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Margaret Mahy

Margaret Mahy

Born: 03-20-1936

Margaret Mahy was a renowned New Zealand author celebrated for her enchanting children's and young adult books. With a career spanning over four decades, she penned more than 100 picture books, 40 novels, and 20 collections of short stories. Her imaginative storytelling earned her numerous awards, including the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award. Mahy's work often explored themes of adventure and magic, captivating readers worldwide with her unique narrative voice.

Book summaries for books written by Margaret Mahy

Quotes

He could swallow the sea!

Margaret Mahy

imagination

I am the strongest in all the world!

Margaret Mahy

strength

I can hold up a mountain!

Margaret Mahy

power

I can swallow the world!

Margaret Mahy

ambition

I can walk on hot coals!

Margaret Mahy

bravery

I can breathe fire!

Margaret Mahy

power

I can stretch my neck to the sky!

Margaret Mahy

flexibility

I can hear the grass growing!

Margaret Mahy

perception

I can run faster than the wind!

Margaret Mahy

speed

I can see through solid objects!

Margaret Mahy

perception

I can withstand any storm!

Margaret Mahy

resilience

I can change my shape at will!

Margaret Mahy

transformation