Books with author Mary-Jane Riley

When Neale and Margie Lawson hear that their father will have to sell his shore land and their beloved horse, Firefly, they are miserable. They can find no way to help until a strange red car, a lost cat, and the odd behavior of an eccentric old man draw them into a mystery involving the lost letters of a famous New England artist.<P> The Lawsons and their friend Rupert Reed, son of the Ranger at the camp across the lake, are plunged into a bewildering tangle of strange doings. Neale thinks that his robot-burglar alarm might help to solve the mystery, and Margie is sure that her grandfather's books hold the key to the problem. Both children are right, but it takes two discoveries -- one in a cave on the mountain and one in the middle of Shadow Pond -- to set things straight.<P> Mary Jane’s earlier mysteries, all exciting and fun to read, have found an appreciative audience. "Mystery at Shadow Pond" will add new friends to the large number of boys and girls who look forward to a book by this favorite author.

When an uncle leaves his old Maine house to the Ward family, Anne and her brother Stephen find they have walked straight into a mystery. The puzzle has its roots in the disappearance of a beautiful girl long in the past. When a valuable portrait is taken from their house and they hear strange howlings in the night, Anne -- who has never been able to keep up with her brother -- proves her own ingenuity in helping to find the solution to the mystery.

In sunshine the old deserted house is a friendly landmark, and Gail even uses a shed on its grounds as a secret haven where she could write her poems. But by moonlight the house becomes eerie and terrifying. One night as Gail walks past it, a sudden sharp sound of knocking makes her whirl around. Someone seems to be trying to catch her attention, yet there is nothing but moonlit lawns and ghostly white walls to be seen. Where did that knocking sound have come from? And the weird voices -- whose could they be? When Gail wakes the next morning, she jumps out of bed. It is Saturday and she plans to do some writing. Then suddenly she remembers. Perhaps she shouldn't use the old shed as her secret room after hearing those noises and voices the night before... The highly original and intriguing explanation of this mystery leads Gail and her friend, Conan, to the solution of a series of robberies as well. A picturesque New England setting and some unusually attractive and believable characters make this suspenseful story one of Mrs. Jane's best.

Mom's Choice Awards Recipient-Silver Award for Best Children s Picture Book Grandfather's Garden is the perfect first book for your young, soon to be readers! As a first mystery, the tale of Grandfather and the invading pesky rabbits will keep the giggles going. In the continuing fight against childhood obesity, author Mary Jane Romig has incorporated 'My Plate' showing portions from the food pyramid and fun recipes from the garden. Plant your own garden with your children as a stepping stone to establish regular activity and healthy eating habits. This is a hands on book and plenty of fun for the whole family!

Mom's Choice Awards Recipient-Silver Award for Best Children's Picture Book Grandfather's Garden is the perfect first book for your young, soon to be readers! As a first mystery, the tale of Grandfather and the invading pesky rabbits will keep the giggles going. In the continuing fight against childhood obesity, new author Mary Jane Romig has incorporated a kid friendly food pyramid and fun recipes. Plant your own garden with your children as a stepping stone to establish regular activity and healthy eating habits. This is a hands on book and plenty of fun for the whole family!