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I’m award-winning children’s author Dr. Alison Pearce Stevens. Thanks for stopping by my site!
As a writer for kids, I wear two hats—I’m a science writer by day and a spinner of tall nature and science tales by night. I’ve got lots of fun stuff here for kids, parents, and teachers. Click on any of the links above to find out more.
Represented by Alexandra Weiss, Azantian Literary Agency.
Latest News
September 12, 2023
Cover Reveal!
Animal Climate Heroes! has a cover, and what a spectacular cover it is! Huge thanks to Jason Ford for his fun, powerful illustrations. This book, which will be available March 5, highlights just a few of the incredible critters that help us fight climate change just by doing that they do. This book is for anyone who wants to know how to protect the animals that help protect our planet–or how to become a climate hero of your own. Want a copy of your own? You can preorder it now! If you want a signed copy plus some fun swag, see more info on the Books page.
December 1, 2022
Detective Dogs are on the Case!
I am delighted to announce yet another book that will be out in 2024. This one is all about the amazing sniffer dogs and their handlers who search out problematic invasive species to protect our natural lands. I’m super excited to work with Alex Aceves and the Holiday House team working to create Books for a Better Earth!
October 22, 2022
Nebraska Book Awards!
I accepted three awards for Rhinos in Nebraska at the Celebration of Nebraska Books: Youth Book, Illustration, and Nonfiction: Natural History. I am so honored that my book, illustrated by Matt Huynh (congratulations, Matt!), did so well.