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I write for wildly curious kids so they can find wonder in the world -- and their place within it.

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Hi, I'm Jess.

I write for wildly curious kids (and their grownups!) so they can find wonder in the world -- and their place within it.

Get Epic Email

The email everyone's talking about.

Epic Email is for uncommonly curious & creative people. Spark wonder and creativity in just 10 minutes a week.

A little intro:

I'm a bestselling author, artist, zoologist, science communicator, & lover of all things animals & nature.

Just between us, I believe:

  • Everyone is deeply creative, & that creativity is self care. 
  • Wonder is the root of both science and creativity—it fuels exploration.
  • The natural world is endlessly inspiring -- and we ought to protect it.

...I’m here to help kids explore the earth and find their place within it.

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Here, we're all about...

A bit about me...

Hi, I'm Jess Keating, a writer, artist, zoologist, and artist with a relentless curiosity about the natural world and the stories and creativity it inspires.

In my work, I explore the crossroads of science and creativity—where wonder meets discovery. I write about animals, wonder, wild places, and the art of noticing the world around us, creating stories and books that invite readers to look closer, dream bigger, and connect with the earth.

If you're familiar with my writing, you'll know that I have a soft spot for curiosity: the thrill of uncovering how the world works, the magic of nature & animals, and the ways kids (and adults) can express themselves by discovering their place in the great, wild story of our planet.

Because life itself is adventure, and a happy one will always involve curiosity, discovery, and creating a connection to the wonderful world around you. 

READ MORE ABOUT ME HERE ⟩
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Jess Keating educates her readers like a master teacher.

Margie Myers-Culver - Educator & Librarian

 

 

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Did you know Jess sends out monthly adventure letters full of science, stories, & wild discoveries? Wild Wonder Mail™️ delivers fascinating facts, animal adventures, and nature’s wonders—straight to your mailbox.

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