Books by Patricia MacLachlan

Cassie Binegar's family moves to a weathered old house by the sea, prompting her to confront big changes. She learns to

A gentle and reassuring story about a young child staying with a foster family while her mother recovers, offering comfo

Eleven-year-old cellist Minna navigates her eccentric family, a new friendship, and her passion for Mozart in this charm

Journey back in time as a great-grandfather recounts his childhood on the prairie, where school was a one-room adventure

For families exploring connections to special places and the complex emotions of loss, loneliness, and finding support,

For children experiencing a sick day or learning about empathy. This story gently explores receiving care from a loving

Caleb's prairie life takes an unexpected turn when his long-lost grandfather arrives, prompting his father, Jacob, to co

Jake's extraordinary family loves baseball, music, and each other. When his beloved brother Edward unexpectedly dies, hi

Lily and Liam's Christmas at their grandparents' farm takes an unexpected turn when Liam becomes convinced a white cow i

When their father leaves for a while, a mother and her two children adopt five pets who help them find comfort and magic

Experience the warmth of a mother's love as she recounts the sights and sounds of a tranquil day along Lake Tanganyika t

When his mother leaves him and his sister with their grandparents, Journey is angry and sad. He searches for answers in

This heartwarming book reassures firstborn children that they will always be special, even with new siblings. It celebra

This beautiful picture book by Patricia MacLachlan and Hadley Hooper explores the early life of Henri Matisse, showing h

What does it take to become a writer? This heartwarming picture book, inspired by Patricia MacLachlan's own childhood, c

Sylvie Bloom longs for excitement beyond her family farm. When she becomes the local newspaper's summer reporter, she di

Teddy, a dog who speaks only to children, rescues siblings lost in a blizzard. Together, they navigate grief and the mem

Discover the magic of language and the love of a special dog in this heartwarming and humorous story from a beloved auth

When a DNA test reveals a surprising family secret, siblings Nora and Ben must uncover the truth about their younger sis

Lucy, daughter of a minor league pitcher, secretly practices the knuckleball, fearing comparison to her dad while trying

For a child coping with grief and a new home, this heartwarming story explores finding deep connection and purpose throu