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Jenny Bowman

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Jenny Bowman is a full time children's book editor and creative writer, and a specialist in the field of children's literature. Having edited over 1000 books for children to young adults, including books on the New York Times bestseller list, Jenny enjoys teaching others about the craft of writing for children. She particularly enjoys chapter books and middle grade novels plus stories that employ fantasy elements, humor or tales that represent her home state, North Carolina.

When she’s not editing or writing, Jenny enjoys backyard birding, experimenting in the kitchen and garden, traveling with her husband and two sons, and losing track of time on the beach. ...more

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The Caterpillar Who Became a Butterfly
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The Greatest Gift (Heartwood Hotel #2)

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The Imagination Chamber

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Treasure Hunters

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