Tess Makes an S is a story of a young girl battling various letters on her quest to be better understood. The snake-like S is her most formidable opponent and to best him, Tess has to dig deep for strength and resolve. At the heart of Tess is a story relatable to any child striving toward a goal or working to overcome a challenge.
Testimonials
“A heartfelt story that capture the challenges and triumphs of speech therapy. Tess’s journey will resonate with kids and families alike.”
-Dr. Jenny Chu, SLPD, CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist
“Tess Makes an S takes evergreen topics that can be hard to talk about, early speech challenges and the therapeutic process, and breaks them down with an abundance of warmth, compassion and creativity.”
-Anna Housley Juster, PhD, LICSW, Author of How to Train your Amygdala
“Meant to be shared, told with grace and love. The voice and strength of little Tess is brilliantly showcased.”
-Tanya Montás Paris, Educator, Author and Literary Advocate
Meet Jessie
After growing up in the wilds of Maine, I migrated down the coast to the big city of Boston, and it’s been home ever since. This is where I’ve raised kids, run marathons, and survived multiple home renovations. I love words, books, and putting pen to paper. I’m so excited to publish my first children’s book - coming soon! - and share the journey with you all…
