About Victoria Tudor & Katmai Stories
About
Victoria Tudor is a mother of two, a lifelong nature enthusiast, and a passionate storyteller with a deep love for North America’s wild landscapes—especially the breathtaking beauty of Alaska and Canada. Ever since she was a little girl, Victoria dreamed of exploring the natural world, and today she brings that dream to life through her writing.
Her frequent travels to the Canadian Rockies—Banff, Lake Louise, and Waterton—along with her adventures in Alaska, have inspired her stories and deepened her appreciation for wildlife. One of her favorite places is Katmai National Park, where she follows the famous Brooks Falls bears and draws inspiration from their unique personalities and rugged habitat.
Victoria is the author of several beloved children’s books, including:
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Little Grazer, Big Dreams: An Alaskan Bear Story
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Color the Rockies – a nature-inspired coloring book
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The Little Grizzly Who Walked Like a Boss – inspired by the spirit of Banff
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Adventures of Jolly the Alaskan Bear Cub
MY JOURNEY
A few years ago, I began writing a children’s book inspired by Jolly, the daughter of the well-known Katmai bear Holly, and her unforgettable encounter with a porcupine. Jolly’s playful spirit and curiosity captured my imagination—and my children’s too. They loved imagining what she might be thinking as she explored the Alaskan wilderness, and that joy became the heart of Adventures of Jolly the Alaskan Bear Cub.
The journey to bring this story to life has taken longer than I expected. Working with real animals that so many people recognize and love—like the bears of Brooks Falls—meant finding the right publisher and illustrator who could honor their stories with care. It’s been a challenge, but also a rewarding learning experience. We’re getting close now. Fingers crossed!
Along the way, I also began writing about another unforgettable bear: Boss, the legendary grizzly of Banff National Park. But before he became the biggest and boldest bear in the Rockies, he was just a cub—curious, determined, and already showing signs of the fearless leader he’d grow up to be. His story is still unfolding in my imagination, but I can’t wait to share it with young readers who, like me, are fascinated by the wild wonders of North America.
KATMAI STORIES PROJECT
This unique project blends fiction and nonfiction to help children connect with wildlife on a personal level. Through engaging storytelling and real-world inspiration, it sparks curiosity and encourages young readers to learn more about North America's bears and the vital conservation efforts led by Parks Canada and the U.S. National Park Service.
