About the Author

Joanne Lécuyer

“I love fantasy and sci-fi in art, books and movies. They allow me to explore new places, new ways of thinking and seeing, and the opportunity to imagine other possibilities. With each Topsy book I write, I get to collaborate with many amazing illustrators, editors and designers. My wish is that these books will be fun to read and make the kids smile.
– J:O)anne

Joanne Lécuyer is an independent Canadian children’s book author. She believes stories and images can create whole new worlds and take you on endless adventures. Joanne has been channeling her love of magic, fairies, elves, witches, wizards, dragons, and even vampires into positive fantasy chapter books for kids and the young at heart since 2010. Her books are full of colorful characters and wondrous creatures who use their wits and imagination to overcome challenges and lessons in positive ways.

Chapter Books (for ages 7 to 12)

  •  The Witch, the Cat and the Egg (2010/2024)
  • Kaptain Vamp (2011)
  • The Tales of Anex and Bit (2012)
  • The Witch, the Cat, and the Water Dragon (2014)
  • My Friend Merlin (2014)
  • Shanlia and the Magic Pixie Dust (2017)
  • Kaptain Vamp and the Medallion Mystery (2018)
  • Search for the Lost Crystals (2023)
  • My Friend Merlin – Sword Quest (2025)

Picture Books (for ages 5 to 7)

  • A Pocketful of Rainbows (2016)
  • The Little Goblin (2023)
  • Not Alone – Omëya’s Story (2024)

New books are usually available in the fall. See the Books tab for more information.
Many books are also available in French – see the tab Livres.

As an independent author, Joanne is very grateful for your support in purchasing copies through her website.

Book Awards

  • 2024 – The Little Goblin received an honorable mention in the category ‘Picture Books (6 and older)’ in the Story Monsters’ Purple Dragonfly Contest.
  • 2024 – Search for the Lost Crystals received an honorable mention in the category ‘Chapter Books’ in the Story Monsters’ Purple Dragonfly Contest.
  • 2020 – A Pocketful of Rainbows was the recipient of the prestigious ‘Mom’s Choice Award® Gold’.
  • 2020 – Shanlia and the Magic Pixie Dust was the recipient of the prestigious ‘Mom’s Choice Award® Silver’.
  • 2018 – Les poches pleines d’arcs-en-ciel received the ‘Prix le Passeur’ from the Fédération Québécoise du Loisir Littéraire.

Joanne lives in Gatineau, Québec. Retired since 2020, she has over 35 years of experience in the federal government in communications, management, and leadership development. Joanne has a BA in Communications and Visual Arts from the University of Ottawa, a Diploma in Public Administration from the University of Quebec, a Screenwriting Certificate (with honours) from Algonquin College, and a Professional and Personal Coach Certification from Concordia University. She is a Reiki Master.

Email: topsybooks@gmail.com