Jessie Hionis

About the Author

Jessie Hionis is a Canadian author, educator, and literary consultant known for her bestselling children’s books, activity books, political and historical fiction. She is the creator of Athena: Twirls of Unsettled Dust Trilogy, The Calm and Cool Coloring Series, The Best Activity Book Ever, L’Ultime Cahier d’Activité series, The Treasure Chest Collection, and Books with Heart. With more than 37 years as a teacher, Jessie writes stories and learning tools that are fun, interactive, and educational, helping children build literacy, creativity, and confidence.

Her adult debut non-fiction, What if Canada Became the 51st State? Food for Thought, explores a bold political scenario with sharp insight into Canadian and global politics, culture, and identity.

Her debut historical fiction Athena: Twirls of Unsettled Dust, A Vivid Tale of War, Love, Betrayal, and the Immigrant Dream describes one woman's journey from Post WWll Greece to Canada. Athena's story could very well be every immigrant's story.

Jessie has dedicated her career to educating, inspiring minds, fostering critical thinking and entertaining readers of all ages.

Hionis' writing is deeply influenced by her Greek heritage and her experiences growing up in a traditional household. She often draws upon these themes to explore the intersections of culture, identity, and personal growth.

Jessie’s books inspire and captivate readers of all ages, from preschoolers discovering rhyme to adults seeking thought-provoking narratives. She lives just outside Montreal with her husband and continues to write stories that entertain, teach, and spark imagination.

Titles by Jessie Hionis

Adult Titles

What if Canada Became the 51st State? Food for Thought! The History, Potential Implications and Possibilities of a Borderless Future

Athena: Twirls of Unsettled Dust, A Vivid Tale of War, Love, Betrayal, and the Immigrant Dream: An Untold, Post WWII Greek Immigrant Story about a Woman's Determination, Strength and Selflessness, (Greek and English) French Version coming soon!

Athena II: When Dust Becomes Inheritance, sequel to Athena: Twirls of Unsettled Dust, a moving historical fiction that follows Athena's immigrant journey in Canada. She crossed an ocean to save her family. She never imagined that the greatest battle would be against the past she carried with her.

Children's Titles

Tommy's World of Tastes (English and French Versions)

Le Monde Savoureux de Tommy (English and French Versions)

The Best Easter Activity Book Ever (Teacher's Pick)

Calm & Cool Valentine's Coloring Book for Kids

Calm & Cool Flowers Coloring Book for Adults

Calme & Cool, Livre de Coloriage de Fleurs pour Adultes

The Best Christmas Activity Book Ever (Teacher's Pick)

L'Ultime Cahier d'Activité de Noël (Choix du Prof.)

Calm & Cool Christmas Coloring Book for Kids

Calme & Cool, Livre de Coloriage de Noël pour Enfants

The Calm & Cool Halloween Coloring Book for Kids

My Three Wishes, A Fantasy Tale About Serenity and Selflessness When Dealing with Loss

Ah! There's a Banana in the Toilet! (English and French Versions)

Ah! Il y a Une Banane dans la Toilette! (English and French Versions)

Miracle, A Parent’s Blessing, A Newborn Child, Memories and Milestones (English, French, Blue and Pink Versions)

A Family is Love, And It's Just Right for Us

Clumsy Rat Runs 'Round Town

Spirals, Grade 5, CHENELIERE EDUCATION, 1st and 2nd edition

Spirals, Grade 6, CHENELIERE EDUCATION, 1st and 2nd edition

Spirals Conversation Cards, CHENELIERE EDUCATION

Stay tuned for much more to come…