Another side of Jackie

Jackie's love for children extends beyond the nursery. She is also a published children's author, creating stories that encourage imagination, individuality and discovery.

Jackie Allison signing a book at a table spread with copies of her books.

Three stories, illustrated by John McNees

  1. The Chicken Who Wanted to Be a Clown

    A playful children's story celebrating imagination, determination and the courage to dream beyond what others may expect.

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  2. The Zebra Who Lost Her Stripes

    A children's story celebrating individuality, self-discovery and embracing what makes each child unique.

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  3. A World Without Colors

    An imaginative children's story inviting young readers to consider just how special the colors around us really are.

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Cover of The Chicken Who Wanted to Be a Clown by Jacquetta Allison, illustrated by John McNees. Buy The Chicken Who Wanted to Be a Clown on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Title
The Chicken Who Wanted to Be a Clown
Format
Paperback
ISBN
978-0997580600
Art
Illustrated by John McNees
Cover of The Zebra Who Lost Her Stripes by Jacquetta Allison, illustrated by John McNees. Buy The Zebra Who Lost Her Stripes on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Title
The Zebra Who Lost Her Stripes
Format
Paperback
ISBN
978-0997580648
Art
Illustrated by John McNees
Cover of A World Without Colors by Jacquetta Allison, illustrated by John McNees. Buy A World Without Colors on Lulu (opens in a new tab)
Title
A World Without Colors
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
978-1304587640
Art
Illustrated by John McNees

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Quick facts

What children's books has Jacquetta Allison written?

Three picture books, all illustrated by John McNees: The Chicken Who Wanted to Be a Clown (2017, ISBN 978-0997580600), The Zebra Who Lost Her Stripes (2019, ISBN 978-0997580648) and A World Without Colors (2024, ISBN 978-1304587640).

Source: Children's books

Where can I buy them?

The first two are on Amazon in paperback. A World Without Colors is a hardcover sold on Lulu.

Source: Lulu listing (opens in a new tab)

Who is Jackie Allison?

Jacquetta "Jackie" Allison is an independent Newborn Care Specialist and newborn sleep specialist in metro Phoenix, Arizona. She has cared for babies and young children since 1991 and is the author of three children's picture books.

Source: About Jackie

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