Jessica Scott Kerrin

I am an Atlantic Canadian author of children’s books and am best known for fiction, including an eight-book series called Martin Bridge; a trilogy called The Lobster Chronicles; two mysteries called The Spotted Dog Last Seen and The Missing Dog is Spotted; an adventure novel, The Things Owen Write; a picture book, The Better Tree Fort; and, my newest novel about the Space Race called Clear Skies.

When not writing, I like to sail the coast of Nova Scotia, knit things and paddle board with my dog Ivy. New interests that will likely work their way into future novels include astronomy and birding. Anything seen with binoculars, really. Oh, and, of course, dogs. Obviously.

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My jam-packed presentation to young writers is a behind-the-scenes look at the everyday experiences that I write stories about. I include props, audience participation, and video clips sure to keep students engaged and glued to their seats. I have three presentations from my latest books to choose from. I’d love to visit your class in-person or virtually!

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I support new writers by delivering virtual and in-person workshops to adults, teens and children. I am also pleased to tailor these workshops or teach as part of a writing camp.

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As a children’s author, I am fascinated by tree forts, volcanoes, rockets, monster lobsters and creepy graveyards. I have had sixteen books of fiction published to date. Some of them have been translated into French, Swedish, Russian, Turkish and Slovenian. Order them from your local bookstore or directly from my publishers, Groundwood Books and Kids Can Press.

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