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Celebrating Creativity and Determination

Neurodiversity/Social Justice/Mental Health

Ages 14 & Up This hi-lo non-fiction book for teens tackles the topics of learning disabilities, ageism and genocide as an insecure high school student turns reluctant activist.

The Invitation picture book by Jennifer Phillips

Reading Level 3 In this picture book about neurodiversity and friendship, Izzy is eccentric and stands out from her classmates. Kofi is new to school and wants to fit in. When he gets an invitation to Izzy’s party, he’s not so sure he should go.

What are Psychotic Disorders? book by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 6 & Up This hi-lo non-fiction book for teens and grown-ups teaches about psychosis, how it affects everyday life, and treatment options that can help people with this condition lead more productive lives.

Biographies for Kids

Robert Wadlow children's biography by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 2-5 This children’s biography tells the story of Robert Wadlow, who learned to cope with unusual growth from an overactive pituitary gland.

Girls Research biography by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 4-6 The 56 scientists featured in this book broke barriers, made life-changing discoveries, and forever transformed the world.

Elijah Lovejoy children's biography by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 5 & Up This book tells the story of Elijah Parish Lovejoy, who used his newspaper two decades before the Civil War to call for an end to slavery.

Nina Kosterina biography by Jennifer Phillips

Teen & Older Readers Nina Kosterina was born in a revolutionary camp as the Bolsheviks took over Russia in the 1920s.

Activity Books for Kids

Paper Artist craft book by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 3-9 Paper is not just for drawing! Budding artists use paper to create everything from lanterns to picture frames. Simple, step-by-step instructions and big, full-color photographs help readers maximize their potential.

Picture Perfect craft book by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 4-8 This how-to book is jammed with DIY accessories to brighten your closet! Hook up the selfie stick to shoot the most glam scarves, belts, and hats as you accessorize yourself.

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My New Novel, Firebreak (Plus Giveaway!)

Jul 27, 2024

The first of two young adult novels I’ve written back-to-back releases in August! Firebreak features Alia, an insecure teen who turns into a reluctant activist fighting an elderly genocide in the making.

Deep Into New Book Projects

Mar 15, 2024

How do you make time to finish two back-to-back book projects? Put your blog and social media on hold for a bit!

Including Childhood Mental Illness in Children’s Books

Oct 13, 2023

Childhood mental health seems to be having a moment in children’s literature. Hopefully it’s not just a moment, of course. And hopefully it includes more works that go beyond topics like anxiety and depression and takes us into diagnoses and symptoms related to severe mental illness, such as psychotic disorders.

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