Books with author Meghan McCarthy

Every day Patty visits her big red bus and sometimes she lets her little sister come along. Off they go on exciting adventures to the tops of the highest mountains, to the busiest of cities, to the big-top circus, and even to the moon! Patty has a big imagination, but little does she know that her little sister has an even bigger imagination.Young adventurers will delight in this charming book featuring two irresistible sisters.From the Hardcover edition.

Most people know the story of Balto, the world famous dog who led his dogsled team through a blizzard to deliver a lifesaving serum to the stricken people of Nome, Alaska, in 1925. Balto shot to instant stardom—a company named dog food after him, a famous sculptor erected a statue of him that stands in Central Park to this day, and the dog even starred in his own Hollywood movie. But what happened to Balto after the hoopla died down? With a lively, informative text and humorous, vibrant illustrations, Meghan McCarthy captures the extraordinary life of Balto beyond his days as a celebrity.

It's Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral in the race of the century!Seabiscuit was the grandson of one of the greatest racehorses of all time, but he'd lost practically every race he'd ever run. Who would want a funny-looking racehorse on a losing streak? Enter Charles Howard -- automobile tycoon, risk taker, and racing aficionado -- who scooped up Seabiscuit for a bargain price.With the support and care of a clever new trainer and a loving jockey, 'Biscuit began winning bigger and bigger races. Then came the biggest race of all. As Seabiscuit prepared to face War Admiral, the top racehorse in the country, the entire nation was on the edge of its seat: Could Seabiscuit really beat the Triple Crown champion? This true story of hope and determination will inspire readers of all ages!

Jan McCarthy's latest, charming magical realism novel was written for the 12-year-old daughter of a friend. It is her first, written specifically for children. Older readers can enjoy The Gnome Trilogy: The Great and the Small, A Trick of the Light, and The Time of the Rains, and their sequel, Flittermouse (which is also suitable for older children).

'Sunrise, Sunset' is the latest in Jan McCarthy's series 'Rainbow Tales': seven books for children and young people in which the author draws on her language teaching expertise to help them improve reading and writing skills as well as to entertain. The hero Marty Gibbons, his family and friends are strong characters whose love and sense of humour drive a heartwarming, inspiring tale of finding your special talent and learning how to develop it.