Kelly McKain is the creator of several popular girls' fiction series, including Totally Lucy, Fairy House and Mermaid Rock.
Kelly says:
‘After university, I worked as a copywriter in an advertising agency and then a pre-prep teacher at the wonderful Merlin School. Whilst there, I developed a passion for children’s books – and started writing my own! After completing a creative MA and practising a lot, I was thrilled when my first books hit the shelves in 2003. I love being a fulltime author – the writing itself is such fun, the school visits are great, and it’s a licence to be nosy! I also enjoy dancing, horse riding, yoga and playing the piano (though not all at once!). Oh, and I also like things that are purple.’ QUENTIN QUIRK’S MAGIC WORKS
(Written under the pseudonym Matt Kain, but by me, yes, really!)
If you like bonkers magic
And spells that go beserk
Or crazy, crackers potions
Get down to Quentin Quirk’s!
Jez and his best friend Charlie discover Quentin Quirk’s Magic Works, a strange little magic shop, down a forbidden street. It’s bad-tempered, ancient owner Mr Quirk sells various magical concoctions to the boys - with disastrous consequences. Then, with Mr Quirk’s grudging help, Jez and Charlie have to take hair-raising action to avert deadly danger. These books will have you rolling around with laughter, on the edge of your seat with suspense and cringing with revulsion, possibly all at the same time!
ATTACK OF THE BUM-BITING SHARKS
Jez’s big sister is extreeeeeeemely annoying, so he and Charlie plan revenge – with help from local magic-maker Quentin Quirk. Prepare for something snappy, toothy and a big menace to your botty!
Macmillan Children’s Books
ISBN 978-0-330-51021-9
£4.99
THE PURPLE SLUGGY WORRY WARTS
Jez and Charlie will do ANYTHING to beat Jez’s annoying sister in the local talent contest. But will Quentin Quirk’s magic Trickles and slurping, slimy, sluggy Worry Warts give them the X factor?
Macmillan Children’s Books
ISBN 978-0-330-51022-6
£4.99
FAIRY HOUSE SERIES
(Scholastic / Age 6-8)
Do you believe in fairies? When Katie accidentally leaves her doll's house in the garden overnight, she is amazed to find that four fairies have moved in. The fairies are cool, funky, kind and fun - and they're on a mission to save their dell from ruthless builders. Katie helps Snowdrop, Daisy, Rosehip and Bluebell to gather the ingredients for a magic spell to save their home - but can they find everything in time?
- Fairy Friends (2007)
- Fairy for a Day (2007)
- Fairies to the Rescue (2007)
- Fairy Riding School (Sept 2007)
- Fairy Sleepover (2008)
- Fairy Jewels (2008)
- Fairy Party (2008)
- Fairy Flying Lessons (2008)
TOTALLY LUCY SERIES
(Usborne / Age 10+)
Step into very-nearly-teenager Lucy Jessica Hartley’s hilarious world of cringes, crushes, mad dads and fab fashion.
- Makeover Magic (2005)
- Fantasy Fashion (2005)
- Boy Band Blues (2005)
- Star Struck (2006)
- Picture Perfect (2006)
- Style School (2006)
- Summer Stars (Summer Special 2007)
- Catwalk Crazy (2007)
- Planet Fashion (2008)
- Best Friends Forever (2008)
PONY CAMP DIARIES SERIES
(Little Tiger Press / Age 8 - 10)
Saddle up for a week in pony paradise!
Welcome to Sunnyside Stables, and the pony holiday of your dreams! In each girl's diary, she tells us what it's like to get her own pony for a week, about her new friends, and the fun and challenges they experience together. Packed with adventure, excitement and horsy info, Pony Camp Diaries are perfect for pony-mad girls everywhere!
- Megan and Mischief (2006)
- Poppy and Prince (2006)
- Chloe and Cracker (2007)
- Sophie and Shine (Sept 2007)
- Charlie and Charm (2008)
- Emily and Emerald (2008)
- Lauren and Lucky (2009)
- Jessica and Jewel (2009)
MERMAID ROCK SERIES
(Scholastic, Colour Young Hippo / Ages 5-7 / Reissued 2006)
Spirulina’s no ordinary mermaid. She hates sitting around all day, combing her hair and looking pretty. She wants adventure!
Mermaid Rock series/Scholastic, Colour Young Hippo/ Illustrator: Cecilia Johansson/Ages 5-7/Reissued 2006.
- Pirate Trouble
- Spooky Shipwreck
- Treasure Hunt
- Whale Rescue
TEEN FICTION
- The Goddess Society
Scholastic point (2005)
When three teenagers form a society to lose their virginity, friends, parents, kid brothers and drag queens all cause chaos – not to mention the boys themselves (2005)
- The Lost Goddess
Scholastic point (2006)
The Goddess Society girls are back… and they’re out of their depth!
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