ENGAGING NONFICTION FOR CHILDREN
Jean has been writing for children and teens since 2020 when her first book - Greek Myths: Meet the Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of Ancient Greece - was published by DK and subsequently won the BAMB Breakthrough Author award. Since then she has published two further volumes in DK's myths and legends series, all of which are illustrated by the phenomenal Katie Ponder: Egyptian Myths and Goddesses & Heroines. Jean also published her first book for teens with Wren & Rook in 2024 titled Live Like a Goddess: Life Lessons from Legends and Lore, illustrated by the wonderful Taylor Dolan.
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Flip Through Jean's DK Titles
These books are written with readers aged 7-11 in mind though have been enjoyed by readers and listeners both younger and older.
Live Like a Goddess is a YA title aimed at readers 12+. It features introductions to 21 different goddesses and mythological women from around the world, their stories, and the life lessons we might learn from them.
Written to inform, entertain, and inspire, Live Like a Goddess reminds readers that you don't have to be worshipped by thousands to be worthy of respect. You don't have to be an almighty being to be capable and powerful. And you don't have to be a goddess to live like one.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
From ancient Greek witches like Medea to Chinese warriors such as Mulan, Menzies and Ponder's exciting and informative volume brings the remarkable stories of more than eighty legendary women to life.
With an ancient, earnest heart, Live like a Goddess continues a venerable tradition of reading myth not just for fun but for personal enrichment. I am warmed by these diverse tales and their lessons in ambition, wisdom and courage.
[Egyptian Myths is] a fascinating read and perfect for supporting children’s understanding about this fascinating period of history. Whilst the illustrations capture interest, the very readable text brings these stories to life in an accessible, magical way.