ABOUT JESS
Jess Black is an award-winning author of over fifty children's books.
Jess has a new series being released in July, 2024. The Mackenzie Arnold football series contains four exciting adventures about Matildas star goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold as a kid. Follow her football and friendship adventures
Time Out! is the first book in a new series, Who Dunnit, Eddie Woo? Eddie Woo Super Sleuth is ready for action and mystery. With a mind for maths and a nose for adventure, he is about to skateboard into ... danger.
The Colourful World of Poppy Starr Olsen is a funny and fresh novel for young readers inspired by the life of Australian Olympic skateboarder and creative soul Poppy Starr Olsen.
Jess is the author of the following series - Mackenzie Arnold, Pepper Creek Ponies, The Tales of Mr Walker, Kitty is Not a Cat, Little Paws and the Keeper of the Crystals series; and is co-author of the hugely successful Bindi Wildlife Adventure series, the Kaboom Kid series and the Animal Tales series.
Some of Jess’s Books
Kitty is not a Cat
When Kitty arrives on the doorstep of a house full of music-mad felines, their lives are turned upside down as they attempt to teach her how to be human.
Kaboom Kid
If you have young kids, Jasmine’s the perfect dog. Part playmate, part nanny, she’ll tire them out while keeping a watchful eye on everything. She also loves to cuddle at night!
Stories for Girls
Featuring stories that girls will be jumping with joy to read and re-read, Stories for Girls is a selection of wonderful stories written by Australian authors especially for girls in the 6- to 8-year-old age group.
Mr Walker
Intelligent, alert and a bit mischievous, Michael is always up for an adventure. Whether you’re jumping in the car for a weekend road trip or going for a run, he’ll be by your side.
Moon Dance
Somewhere in Eucalypt Gully, Where exactly, no-one knows, A group of animals gather, Shh! Follow them on tippy toes... Jump up and join the Aussie animals' moon dance-you'll soon get into the groove!
Dominic
If it’s tricks you’re after, Dominic is your dog. He’s a pro at running, fetching and catching a frisbee mid-flight. We can’t imagine a better companion for an active couple.
Keeper of the Crystals
Eve is staying with her grandmother and her only choice in playmate is Oscar, the boy from next door. The lure of the forbidden attic in her Nan’s house proves too much for Eve and Oscar and they sneak upstairs to explore.
Bold Australian Girl
Do you know what my Mum whispers as she straightens out a curl? ‘You can do anything. You’re my bold Australian girl.’
This delightful picture book encourages girls to do anything.
Get in touch with Jess
You can contact me through my Speakers Agents by state.