Jane Landers Email and Phone Number

As an elementary school teacher and literacy coach, I spent many happy years fostering a love of reading. My primary focus was on children’s literature and the ways in which children learn through their encounters with books. While teaching writing, I found my own voice as a writer, and began to write my own stories, often drawing on my experience in the classroom, my knowledge of young readers, and my lessons on narrative. I specialize in children's stories, poetry, and short prose.

After nearly twenty-two years in education, I made a long-awaited career transition into publishing. The opportunity to assist an emerging author in publishing her first book was tremendously formative and exhilarating, as I learned all the facets of the industry – from editing to publicity, marketing, and production. In particular, I developed a strong command of line editing, website and social media management, and public relations. When the book was published, I knew I had found my second calling.In addition to my educational and writing careers, I serve families in New York City as a personal/family assistant, drawing on my extensive educational experience in caring for young children, supporting their development, managing household tasks, and promoting strong family relationships.