April Balascio

April Balascio is an American author and advocate known for her memoir "Raised by a Serial Killer." In 2009, she made the courageous decision to contact authorities with suspicions about her father, Edward Wayne Edwards, leading to his arrest and conviction for multiple murders. Her story garnered national attention and was featured on CBS's "48 Hours." Through her writing, Balascio explores the complex trauma of discovering a parent's dark secrets and rebuilding life in the aftermath. She now works to raise awareness about the lasting impacts of violence and the importance of breaking cycles of abuse.