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Margaret Mahy

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About Margaret Mahy

Margaret Mahy, the iconic children's author from New Zealand who sadly died in 2012, wrote more than 200 books for children of all ages and is acknowledged to be one of the outstanding children's writers of the twentieth century. In 2006 she was presented with the Hans Christian Andersen medal, which is the highest international recognition granted to authors and illustrators of children's books. Twice winner of the Carnegie Medal, several of her books have become modern classics. Her other picture books for Frances Lincoln include:  Dashing Dog, illustrated by Sarah Garland, and Down the Back of the Chair and Bubble Trouble, both illustrated by Polly Dunbar.

Recent updates about Margaret Mahy

National Storytelling Week

Listening to a story and the rhythm of the words can be a great way to engage small children. Why not try Heriot by Margaret Mahy from Faber & Faber

13 days ago

National Storytelling Week

Reading stories together can be the perfect way to spend quality time with your child. Dashing Dog from Frances Lincoln Children's Books from Margaret Mahy is a great one to read together.

13 days ago

Hat Day

Hats, hats, hats - read all about them...The Man from the Land of Fandango by Margaret Mahy from Frances Lincoln Children's Books

26 days ago

National Drummer Day (US)

A remarkable book that your children will love. Boom, Baby, Boom Boom! by Margaret Mahy.

2 months ago

National Drummer Day (US)

Discover Boom Baby Boom Boom by Margaret Mahy. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

2 months ago

National Drummer Day (US)

Boom, Baby, Boom Boom! by Margaret Mahy from Frances Lincoln Children's Books is brilliant!

2 months ago

National Tell A Story Day

Books can be so much fun, why not share this one Dashing Dog by Margaret Mahy from Frances Lincoln Children's Books

3 months ago

October Events

Trick or treat? Maddigan's Fantasia by Margaret Mahy from Faber & Faber is a great book for fancy dress inspiration!

3 months ago

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