Jess Keating author page

Jess Keating biography

Jess Keating is a Canadian author known for her work in children’s literature, particularly in the genres of fiction and non-fiction. She has a background as a zoologist, which informs much of her writing, especially her non-fiction titles that focus on animals and the natural world.

Keating is the author of the My Life is a Zoo series, which includes titles such as How to Outrun a Crocodile When Your Shoes Are Untied, How to Outswim a Shark Without a Snorkel, and How to Outfox Your Friends When You Don’t Have a Clue. These books are published by Sourcebooks and follow the adventures of a young protagonist navigating life in a zoo setting.

In addition to her fiction, Keating has written several non-fiction books for children. Her World of Weird Animals series, published by Knopf Books for Young Readers, includes Pink Is for Blobfish, What Makes a Monster?, and Cute as an Axolotl. These books introduce young readers to unusual and fascinating animals, combining scientific facts with engaging illustrations.

Keating has also authored picture books, such as Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean’s Most Fearless Scientist, published by Sourcebooks in 2017. This title presents the life and achievements of marine biologist Eugenie Clark and has been recognised with several awards and honours.

Her work often aims to inspire curiosity about science and nature, drawing on her expertise as a zoologist. Keating’s books are used in educational settings and are noted for their accessible approach to scientific topics for young readers.

In 2017, Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean’s Most Fearless Scientist was published by Sourcebooks.