Author Archives: Jan Peck

About Jan Peck

Jan Peck is an award-winning children’s author whose joyful picture books spark imagination, kindness, and laughter. Her bestselling titles include Way Down Deep in the Deep Blue Sea, The Giant Carrot, Giant Peach Yodel, Pirate Treasure Hunt, and Way Out West on My Little Pony. Jan is also the creator of the beloved Booper the Robot series, where young readers learn friendship, patience, and teamwork in fun, STEM-powered adventures. A longtime member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), Jan visits schools and libraries to inspire kids to read, write, and dream big. When she’s not writing, she enjoys gardening, cooking yummy food, and spending time with her family—especially her grandson, Kurtis. Find more fun stories, coloring pages, and read-alouds at www.janpeck.com