Mimi Cross

Born in Toronto, Mimi Cross is an author, singer, and songwriter who grew up in New Jersey by the beach. She received a Bachelor of Music from Ithaca College, where she became editor of the college literary arts magazine, and an MA from NYU. She worked briefly in the music industry, and is an arts educator and experienced performer. Her debut novel BEFORE GOODBYE was an RWA Rita Award finalist for Best First Book.

A two time Asbury Music Award winner, Mimi has shared the bill with such luminaries as Sting, Bonnie Raitt, Lauryn Hill, and Jill Sobule. She enjoys performing for the benefit of others and has played shows with many other New Jersey musicians including Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi. Her music has been used in independent films, and TV shows.