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As an author, artist, & scientist, & my work explores everyday truths about curiosity & creativity -- and I've been reading & writing for kids since 2008.
My work & books have been featured in the New York Times, CBC, Buzzfeed, Bloomberg, Glamour, Microsoft, Buzzfeed, and more, and I've been fortunate to appear on both in-person & virtual stages to talk all things creativity to more than 100,000 people worldwide.
My writing covers topics like:
- Advocating for literacy (in all forms!), so readers can grow a love of learning
- Exploring our beautiful planet & finding our place within it
- Sparking curiosity and fueling creativity so kids can express who they are
- Finding the courage to be ourselves and share our unique voices with the world
New here? Start with some of my books!
What's My Work About?
I’m a lifelong explorer who loves connecting curious kids with big ideas — from nature to art to everything in between!
Through books, cartoons, and curiosity-driven characters, I hope to spark a love of reading, a sense of wonder, and the joy of discovering new things.
"In the pages of Jess Keating's books, readers find more than just stories or facts -- they find themselves.
Through her diverse casts of characters and animals (both real or imagined), Keating champions individuality with every page turn."
The Resumé
Here are a few notable tidbits about me & my work.
- Bestselling Author and Lifelong Writer I'm the author of more than 20 books, and have written in nearly every category, including fiction, nonfiction, picture books, novels, and more. I've been writing since I could wield a crayon!
- Artist & Creative Entrepreneur I'm a renaissance soul at heart, and have been a full time entrepreneur my entire adult life, including as a singer, photographer, sculptor, artist, & even wildlife rehabilitator. I've never had a 'normal' job!
- Creative Guide Most of my life's work has followed Mary Oliver's advice: "Pay attention, be astonished, tell about it." No matter the field, I'm always drawn to share what I've learned with others.
- Zoologist & Science Communicator I've got multiple degrees in Zoology, Science, & Philosophy, and a Masters of Science; my specialty is in interdisciplinary work so we can explore curiosity & creativity together!
FAVE BOOK:
Inkheart
FAVE ANIMAL:
🐺 wolves, whales & sharks!🦈
FAVE DESTINATION:
The Ocean
FAVE TREAT:
donuts (always!)
CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT:
Pilot pens
NON-GUILTY PLEASURE:
90s action movies
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