Nancy Loewen

25 books

About the Author

Nancy Loewen is an award-winning author celebrated for her innovative retellings of classic fairy tales, offering fresh perspectives that delight young readers and educators alike. With a background in education and a passion for literature, she crafts stories that encourage critical thinking and empathy by flipping traditional narratives on their heads. Her acclaimed series, The Other Side of the Story, includes the whimsical Trust Me, Hansel and Gretel Are SWEET!: The Story of Hansel and Gretel as Told by the Witch, where the infamous witch defends her side with humor and heart. Loewen's work spans picture books, chapter books, and nonfiction, always emphasizing themes of fairness, forgiveness, and fun. A frequent speaker at schools and libraries, she inspires the next generation of storytellers to see the world through multiple lenses.

Common genres

Biography Children's Literature Children's Nonfiction Childrens Education Fairy Tale Fairy Tales Fiction historical nonfiction History Inspirational Nature Picture Books Science Women's History Writing

Writing style

humorous witty engaging