Award-winning novelist and composer Roma Calatayud-Stocks holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music and Psychology, and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Minnesota. She later continued her studies in creative writing at the University of St. Thomas.
Roma is the author of two historical novels A Song in My Heart, and the newly released second installment of her trilogy, A Symphony of Rivals. She’s currently working on the third book, An Ode to Joy. And in line with her life passion and commitment to bring forth the contributions of all cultures through the arts, Roma’s narratives, set to music, provide a window to locations across the world while also addressing poignant issues, politics of the era, and history.
Roma has released two albums: “A Song in My Heart,” and “Carnival of Life.” With classical, jazz, and Latin musical influences, the albums, performed by an acoustic ensemble, showcase her original songs and instrumental compositions.
For the last twenty years, Roma has served in various roles for art organizations in the Twin Cities. She has toured the United States to present her work to universities, libraries, corporations, women’s clubs and book fairs. A native of Mexico City, Roma now lives in Minneapolis with her husband, Tom.
