Author Ellen Jackson

"This well-sourced picture book depicts a series of anecdotes from Lincoln’s life that show how the great man was a lover of all forms of life." --Booklist

"Jackson selects the most authentic of these stories about Lincoln's love of creatures great and small and incorporates them into a charming biography for young readers...Well done." --Kirkus

THE BALLAD OF BOOSTER BOGG by Ellen Jackson

A charming tale of a freedom-loving pooch and the town that loved him. Based on a real event and real dog. Nominated for a Cybil, 2011.

THE MYSTERIOUS UNIVERSE by Ellen Jackson

“'Strange as it may seem, 96 percent of the universe seems to be made of two ingredients that no one understands.'” "...a shining addition to the Scientists in the Field series.." Kirkus, May, 2008 (starred review)

"[The book] focuses on viscerally fascinating celestial subjects: supernovae, dark energy, and black holes. These are fairly complex matters, but Jackson’s treatment makes them accessible through reasoned explanations and comparisons, helpful diagrams, and, of course, dazzling photographs of the universe’s most awesome spectacles." Booklist, June, 2008

Ellen and Abby

Hello. I'm Ellen Jackson, and I'm the author of more than 60 books for children. Being an author is the best job in the world. I get to go to work in my pajamas, write for a few hours, then spend time with my dog and husband, who also works at home (the husband, not the dog). Abby (the dog) sleeps under the computer and keeps my toes warm when I’m writing.

My books have won many awards, but the best part of my day is getting a letter from a child who has read and enjoyed something I've written. Reading has always been an important part of my life, and I hope it's an important part of yours.