Books by Mary E. Lyons

5 books · Ages 4–14

Mary E. Lyons writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, love & family, history.

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Painting Dreams: Minnie Evans, Visionary Artist
Painting Dreams: Minnie Evans, Visionary Artist
Mary E. Lyons
Explore the life of Minnie Evans, an African American folk artist from North Carolina, whose unique paintings were inspi
Ages 4–11
Cover of Catching the Fire Philip Simmons, Blacksmith
Catching the Fire Philip Simmons, Blacksmith
Mary E. Lyons
This biography tells the story of Philip Simmons, a celebrated African American artist and blacksmith from Charleston, S
Ages 4–11
Cover of Roy Makes a Car
Roy Makes a Car
Mary E. Lyons
In Eatonville, Florida, legendary mechanic Roy Tyle is known for his unmatched skill. But when he decides to build an ac
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Painting Dreams: Minnie Evans, Visionary Artist
Catching the Fire Philip Simmons, Blacksmith
Roy Makes a Car
Ages 8–11
5 books
Painting Dreams: Minnie Evans, Visionary Artist
Catching the Fire Philip Simmons, Blacksmith
Roy Makes a Car
Ages 12–18
2 books
Letters from a Slave Boy: The Story of Joseph Jacobs
Feed the Children First Irish Memories of the Great Hunger

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceLove & FamilyHistoryCultural IdentityJustice & FairnessSelf-Confidence & IdentityCreativity & ImaginationCuriosity & Wonder

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Egg & Spoon
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