Hernandez
Jess Hernandez has dedicated her adult life to the worlds of children and literature, serving as an educator, a children's librarian, and a mother, all of which inform her work as a picture book author. Her writing often draws from her extensive experience with young people, crafting narratives that resonate with their unique perspectives. Beyond her picture books, she also contributes short fiction, often exploring themes relevant to family life and parenthood within speculative genres. Her approach centers on creating engaging and relatable stories that capture the imagination of young readers.