Nina Herbst

Nina Herbst is a contemporary children’s author whose charming and heartfelt stories captivate young readers and parents alike. She debuted with the award-winning short-story collection Sentenced: A Little Pile of Stories (2023), praised as “a delicious assortment of short stories that each delight, enthuse, and taunt the reader”.

In 2024, Nina introduced her lovable duo in Jasper and Tail: The Magic Puddle, a picture-book adventure that follows two best friends discovering a magical puddle on a rainy day. This vibrant middle-grade tale captures youthful curiosity and friendship and has already found its way onto bookshelves and into hearts via Barnes & Noble.

With a background outside of publishing, Nina writes under a pen name, channeling everyday wonders into imaginative, sparkling tales. Her work resonates with families, delivering warmth, humor, and gentle life lessons.

Currently, Nina Herbst continues to write for young audiences, expanding her universe with more picture books and short stories. Her growing presence on social media and connections to indie bookstores like BookandMortar hint at a promising future for this emerging author.