My name is Jacqueline Davies. I write children’s books, and I love what I do. I also love reading children’s books and talking about them.

So if you’re a writer, a reader, or a talker, please take a look around this site. And when you’re through, take a minute to contact me and let me know what’s on your mind.

Thanks for visiting!

 

What’s New:

Handouts from my 2009 New England SCBWI Regional Conference in Nashua, New Hampshire (presentation entitled "You Lying Scumbag: The Joys and Perils of Creating an Unreliable Narrator"). Click to download Handout 1 and Handout 2.

New books for 2009!

Tricking the Tallyman, a historical fiction picture book that offers a side-splitting look at the taking of the first U.S. Census in 1790. School Library Journal gave it a starred review, and Booklist says, "Count on teachers zeroing in on this nifty number." Release date: April 14, 2009.

 

Lost, a historical novel for young adults set in New York City in 1911. Sixteen-year-old Essie has lost something she loves. As she struggles to come to terms with her grief, a mysterious stranger wanders into the factory where Essie works, calling into question who is lost and who is found. A Junior Library Guild Selection. Release date: April 1, 2009.

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Teacher guides: Free teacher resources!

 

 

Children’s author Jacqueline Davies has been writing children’s books—both children’s novels and children’s picture books—for more than a decade. She has taught classes on children’s book writing, children’s book publishing, and literature for children. Jacqueline Davies’ author school visits are highly popular, and she travels nationwide presenting writing programs and reading programs, and offering tips on writing. A school visit from her is inspirational, educational, and entertaining. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) and The Foundation for Children’s Books (FCB).