Jennifer Jacoby-Smith
Writer, editor, author, photographer
Bio
After falling in love with the written words as a child, Jennifer has spent over 20 years in media, crafting content for clients and special publications across Canada. Recently, she turned her attention to personal storytelling. For her debut novel, Jennifer focused on her other obsession -- Canadian music, following the joys and drama behind the scenes of a Canadian boy band in Toronto. A Fondness for the Reckless (Your Nickel's Worth publishing) debuts fall 2025.
Writing is the only thing that when I do it, I don't feel like I should be doing something else.
Gloria Steinem
My books
Young adult fiction
A Fondness for the Reckless: A Ten Past Midnight Story
Your Nickel's Worth Publishing, 2025
A queer coming of age story centred on a Canadian boy band on the day that could change everything. With complex characters searching for identity, love and friendship, A Fondness for the Reckless will appeal to every age group.
Finalist for the Willow Awards 2026, Shortlisted for First Book and City of Saskatoon Book by the Saskatchewan Book Awards and listed as a finalist for the Whistler Independent Book Awards.
Memoir
His Name Was James
Self-published, 2026
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grew up in a small town in Saskatchewan wondering why other kids had a dad and I did not. For years, I was left to imagine where he was and what he was like. At the age of 19 I learned his name and that stoked my curiosity. Years later, I tracked down James Victor, Jr., Hollywood hairdresser, salon owner, teacher... and my father. This is the story of my mother, my father, hairdressing, and the legacies we leave behind.​
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