Born and raised in Peru, NY, Jodie Bonville is a local educator for the Peru Central School District.

As an educator, Jodie feels it’s important to practice what she preaches to her students by promoting her love for reading and writing through the literature she creates. By bringing the pages of text to life, Jodie shares her voice and is a leader who promotes positive change in the world beyond the walls of her classroom.

Jodie is most proud of her involvement in the community as a local author and is pleased to share her award-winning book “Seeking Joy.” Seeking Joy reminds us to take the time to appreciate the little things in life and be present in the moment. In addition, readers are reminded that joy is not a thing; it is a feeling of great pleasure and happiness that you receive from helping others and expressing gratitude, doing good deeds, and from friendship, laughter, and enjoying the beauty of nature around you.