Mary Pope Osborne
Born: 05-19-1949
Mary Pope Osborne is a celebrated American author best known for her "Magic Tree House" series, which has captivated young readers worldwide. Born on May 20, 1949, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Osborne's storytelling blends adventure, history, and education. With over 100 books authored, her work has been translated into multiple languages, inspiring children to explore and learn. Beyond writing, Osborne is dedicated to literacy initiatives and educational causes.
Book summaries for books written by Mary Pope Osborne
Quotes
Sometimes you have to go on when you don't feel like it, and sometimes you're doing good work when it feels like all you're managing is to shovel shit from a sitting position.
There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind.
Don't wait. The time will never be just right.
If you can dream it, you can achieve it.
Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.
What a wonderful thing libraries are! They are like a treasure chest, full of magical books.
The past is a good place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there.
It's not where you go or what you do, but rather who is beside you that counts.
Sometimes, the most important messages are the ones left unsaid.
Courage doesn't mean being without fear, but rather doing what needs to be done in spite of it.
It's not the size of the ship that matters, but the skill of the captain.
In times of crisis, true heroes emerge.