I'm JP Gillespie, a children's book author from Las Vegas, Nevada
and I write because I know firsthand what the right story can do for
a child.
Growing up, writing wasn't just a hobby for me. It was a lifeline.
The books and stories I escaped into shaped who I became, and they're
a big part of why I'm committed to creating stories that are just as
meaningful as they are magical.
Every book in the Drake's Adventures series is built around that
belief: that great children's stories don't just entertain, they
quietly plant seeds of empathy, honesty, resilience, and real
friendship that kids carry with them long after the last page.
When I'm not writing, I'm a proud advocate for misunderstood dog
breeds and a devoted parent to three American Bullies, daily
reminders that loyalty and love are never about appearances.
Drake's Gem is the first book in the Drake's Adventures series,
with more on the way. Follow me on Amazon to be the first to know
when Drake's next adventure arrives.