Jan Cleere

Many Nevada women have made lasting social, political, and cultural contributions to
both their own state and to the nation. More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Nevada
Women (The Globe Pequot Press) presents the compelling histories of twelve
pioneering Nevada women, plus a remarkable group of nuns, all born before 1900,
who displayed extraordinary courage as they broke through social, cultural, and
political barriers to advance women’s roles. Facing unimaginable challenges, they
climbed mountains seeking untold riches, swooped down legislative hallways, wove
intricate artistry, and taught the next generation about equality.

About the Author:
Author and freelance writer Jan Cleere graduated from Arizona State University West
with a writing degree in American Studies. She writes extensively about the desert
southwest, its unique characters, creatures, and vegetation. Her work appears in
numerous regional publications. She is a member of the Nevada Women’s History
Project, Western History Association, National Federation of Press Women, Women
Writing the West, Society of Southwestern Authors, and the Nevada and Arizona
historical societies.

Jan will be touring Nevada this year promoting her book, and is available for book
signings. Please contact Jan at (520) 909-2299 or Jan@JanCleere.com to schedule
signings. For more information about More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Nevada
Women, about Jan Cleere, her upcoming speaking engagements, and her writings, go
to www.JanCleere.com.

More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Nevada Women is available for quantity
purchases through The Globe Pequot Press at (800) 962-0973, ext. 4551, or e-mail
premiums@GlobePequot.com.