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Janice Nissen

Janice Nissen, a lifelong lover of golf and storytelling, traded a successful nursing and biopharma career for days on the fairway and writing adventures. Inspired by her own “higher handicap” golfing mishaps, she created Lizbeth, the Little Lost Golf Ball to share lessons of resilience and joy. When not writing or golfing, Janice enjoys reading, playing piano, traveling, and spending time with her two sons and grandchildren. She hopes her stories inspire kids to try new things and discover a love for golf.

Interview with The Literary Midwife

The Literary Midwife Kathy Sparrow talks with author Janice Nissen about her children’s book Lizbeth the Little Lost Golf Ball, exploring its origin, golf-themed characters, and messages of persistence, practice, patience, friendship, and inspiring young children to enjoy the game of golf

The Author's Show Podcast

Janice Nissen joined The Author’s Show to discuss the inspiration behind Lizbeth the Little Lost Golf Ball, her journey from lifelong reader to first-time children’s author, and her mission to inspire children to get off the screens and onto the greens. In this engaging interview, Janice shares how her experiences on the golf course sparked the idea for Lizbeth’s adventures and why golf offers valuable lessons in perseverance, friendship, confidence, and personal growth.

🎧 Listen to the interview and discover the story behind Lizbeth’s creation.

That's Good. Pick it Up! Podcast

Janice Nissen joined host Nate Oxman on That’s Good. Pick It Up! to discuss Lizbeth the Little Lost Golf Ball and her passion for introducing children to the game of golf through storytelling. During the conversation, Janice shares the inspiration behind the book, the creative process of bringing Lizbeth and her friends to life, and how golf teaches valuable lessons in resilience, patience, friendship, and self-improvement. She also discusses her mission to help children discover the joy of outdoor play and build confidence by getting off the screens and onto the greens.

🎧 Listen to the interview and learn how Lizbeth’s adventure is inspiring the next generation of young golfers.

Upcoming Events

MontCo Book Fest

Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Skippack Village, PA

Join Janice Nissen, author of Lizbeth the Little Lost Golf Ball, at the MontCo Book Fest, a free community celebration of books, authors, and readers. This family-friendly event features more than 50 authors and book-related vendors throughout beautiful downtown Skippack Village.

Stop by Janice’s booth to meet the author, purchase signed copies of Lizbeth the Little Lost Golf Ball, and pick up free coloring pages for the young readers and golfers in your life. Learn more about Lizbeth’s adventures and Janice’s mission of getting kids off the screens and onto the greens.

Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

Find more details for attendees at https://montcobookfest.com/for-attendees/

SAVE THE DATE. ⛳📚

Two special Barnes & Noble storytime events with Janice Nissen are coming up this summer.

Bring the little readers and future golfers in your life to hear Lizbeth the Little Lost Golf Ball and enjoy a fun family event centered around friendship, resilience, curiosity, and adventure.

📍 July 16 at 11 AM
Barnes & Noble – Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley
2960 Center Valley Pkwy Ste 742
Center Valley, PA

📍 July 25 at 11 AM
Barnes & Noble – Main Street at Exton
301 Main Street
Exton, PA

Come meet Janice, enjoy storytime, and discover the book helping get kids off the screens and onto the greens.

 

Past Events

Meet Janice Nissen, the author of Lizbeth the Little Lost Golf Ball, in person!
 
📅 Saturday, February 21, 2026 
🕒 11:00 AM ET

📍 at the Barnes & Noble in Valley Forge

Valley Fair
150 West Swedesford Road
Devon, PA 19333
 
Storytime and coloring pages for the kids of all ages!

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