Books by Gigi Amateau

Known for the Maury River Friends and Horses of the Maury River Stables series, Gigi Amateau writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, love & family, loneliness & belonging.

Series

Maury River Friends

1 book · Ages 4–11

Horses of the Maury River Stables

4 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

A Certain Strain of Peculiar

Gigi Amateau

Tired of a miserable life, Mary Harold moves to Alabama to live with her grandmother. There, she discovers unwavering su

Ages 4–11

Claiming Georgia Tate

Gigi Amateau

Twelve-year-old Georgia Tate faces the devastating loss of her nana and the terrifying prospect of living with her abusi

Ages 12–18

Come August, Come Freedom: The Bellows, the Gallows, and the Black General Gabriel

Gigi Amateau

For parents introducing children to the harsh realities of American slavery and the courage of those who fought for free

Ages 10–14

Macadoo of the Maury River

Gigi Amateau

For children navigating new environments or seeking belonging, this tender story follows a young river otter's journey t

Ages 7–10

Two for Joy

Gigi Amateau

When independent Great-Great Aunt Tannie breaks her ankle, 8-year-old Jenna's family home transforms. Jenna and her mom

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

8 books

Ages 8–11

9 books

Ages 12–18

2 books

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Safe at Last

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Truth about My Success

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