About the author
Emily Ecton is the author of Project Jackalope, a middle-grade novel published by Chronicle Books in two editions (2012 and 2015). The story follows Jeremy, who takes in a jackalope, a creature that looks like an ordinary rabbit but carries sharp antlers and a reputation as a dangerous predator, left with him by an eccentric neighbor for safekeeping. When government agents arrive looking for the animal, Jeremy has to decide who he can trust while trying to protect it. The book is written for younger readers and blends humor with adventure, using a folkloric cryptid, the jackalope of American tall-tale tradition, as its central device rather than treating it as a subject of serious paranormal claim. Ecton's work here sits closer to children's fiction than to nonfiction writing on the supernatural, aimed at readers who enjoy animal-centered adventure stories with a fantastical premise.
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💬 What our editors say about Emily Ecton's books
“While 'Project Jackalope' delivers a charming and fast-paced narrative, it may not suit readers seeking deep philosophical complexity or grimdark tones. The humor is light and the stakes remain grounded in school life and…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Project Jackalope
“While the premise of a rabbit-antler hybrid evokes amusement, the execution leans heavily into standard chase-thriller mechanics that may feel derivative to seasoned genre veterans. Readers expecting deep esoteric lore or serious…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Project Jackalope
