Jeanne Bender
Jeanne Bender (born August 13, 1955) is an American children's author, best known for creating the Lindie Lou Adventure Series. Her books have received multiple Mom’s Choice Gold Awards and international recognition, including selection by the New Zealand Literacy Association for its 2023 annual conference.[1][2]
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Bender was born Jeanne Ann Reichert in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, the second of eight children of Richard and Catherine Regina Reichert.[3] She began writing short stories and poetry in elementary school, encouraged by a teacher who helped her develop grammar and writing skills. She later pursued writing studies in Seattle and attended programs at Oxford University in England.[4]
Career[edit | edit source]
Bender released her first book in 2015. Since then, she has spoken at schools, libraries, bookstores, and literacy conventions in the United States and internationally, including Mexico and New Zealand.[5] Her series has been incorporated into classrooms and English as a Second Language programs.[6]
Works and Gallery[edit | edit source]
Works[edit | edit source]
- Flying High (2015)
- Up in Space (2016)
- Harvest Time (2017)
- Big City Magic (2019)
- On Ice (2021)
- Island Treasure (2023)
Gallery[edit | edit source]
Awards and recognition[edit | edit source]
- Mom’s Choice Gold Award for Excellence in Children’s Literature (for multiple titles in the Lindie Lou series).[7]
- Island Treasure was selected by the New Zealand Literacy Association for the 2023 annual book launch at the NZLA Conference.[8]
- Kirkus Reviews praised Flying High for addressing social-emotional themes.[9]
Personal life[edit | edit source]
Bender divides her time between Seattle, San Diego, and Cabo San Lucas. She has two children and two stepchildren.[10]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Woman’s World – "Award-Winning Stories: Jeanne Bender’s Educational and Inspirational Journey". 2024.
- ↑ Forbes México – Jeanne Bender feature, 2025.
- ↑ Lindie Lou – About the Author.
- ↑ Children’s Book Council – Interview with Jeanne Bender. 2018.
- ↑ Language Magazine – "Bridging the Gap with Lindie Lou". 2019.
- ↑ Language Magazine. 2019.
- ↑ Mom’s Choice Awards – Interview with Jeanne Bender.
- ↑ Lindie Lou – About the Author.
- ↑ Kirkus Reviews – Flying High. 2015.
- ↑ Mom’s Choice Awards – Interview with Jeanne Bender.