Jacky Lamenzo

With 23 years of experience as a self-proclaimed “picky eater,” Jacky Lamenzo understands what it’s like being on the other side of the table. After overcoming a life-long fear of exploring new foods, she now coaches parents of picky eaters to help make mealtime less stressful.

Jacky wrote this story to give children who are struggling with trying new foods a voice. Her parents tried everything they could to get her to eat, when all she really needed was some space, patience and love.

Born and raised outside Boston, MA, Jacky went to school for Early Childhood Education. Combining her background knowledge of children's literature and her own experience, she wrote this story in Austin, TX, in hopes to give families some guidance on what their child might be experiencing.

Learn more and connect with Jacky at www.jackylamenzo.com.