Photo by Hilary Heincer

About Jen:

Jen Fier Jasinski spent much of her childhood reading books and imagining new worlds. Unwilling to let go of Story Time, she grew up to become a teacher, mother, and author. Now Jen writes stories with elements of humor, heart, and above all, play. She is the author of My Piano (2023), Sidewalk Chalk (2025), My Violin (2026) and Because of You, I’m a Sister (2026). Because of You, I’m a Sister was an instant national bestseller featured on the USA Today Best-Selling Booklist. My Piano earned a starred review from School Library Journal.

When she’s not writing, Jen can be found with her spouse and kids, running, or playing outside. Her favorite days are when she gets to do all three. Her extra favorite days include cake.

A photo of Little Jen sitting at a table with a slice of cake in a blue bowl. (Chocolate cake, vanilla icing. These details are important.) Little Jen is holding a fork in her left hand and is eating cake with her right. She is wearing a white dress, has poorly-cut bangs, and there is a red sippy cup of milk on the table as well.
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