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Featured books by

Emma Walton Hamilton

Stories are everywhere. They are told on stage, in movies, and on television. In books authors are directors and actors ; books are the stage. So it’s probably not surprising that a mother and daughter team, both with acting backgrounds, also write books that engage young readers and are just right for adults and children to share.

Meet the many characters created by Julie Andrews and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton; they’re varied and rich. Pick up some techniques to inspire young readers of all ages by Emma, a mom who has tested out many on the children in her life. And above all, enjoy the drama and humor of these stories.

Dragon: Hound of Honor
Dragon: Hound of Honor
Age Level: 9-12
Reading Level: Independent Reader

The murder of a young knight, a white wolfhound, and a faithful page in medieval France all come together to create a fast-paced, gripping mystery.

Dumpy the Dumptruck
Dumpy the Dumptruck
Illustrated by: Tony Walton
Age Level: 3-6
Reading Level: Beginning Reader

Before the barn can be razed on Merryhill Farm, Charlie and his grandfather restore the old dump truck that Charlie so loves. Not only does Dumpy the Dumptruck prove his worth, readers will appreciate that old isn’t always bad!

Great American Mousical
Great American Mousical
Illustrated by: Tony Walton
Age Level: 9-12
Reading Level: Independent Reader

Theater mice perform in a space just out of human sight in a venerable old New York theater. Alas! The leading rodent taken to Brooklyn before she performs in the final play before the theater is destroyed. Humor abounds in this satisfying tale.

Julie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs, and Lullabies
Julie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs, and Lullabies
Illustrated by: Jim McMullan
Age Level: 9-12
Reading Level: Independent Reader

A range of poetic styles, some rooted in the authors' family, are shared in this handsome, easily accessible collection. Attractive illustrations are sprinkled throughout, building the joy when the poems are shared, even when listening to the well read CD.

Simeon's Gift
Simeon's Gift
Illustrated by: Gennady Spirin
Age Level: 9-12
Reading Level: Independent Reader

Simeon loves a noblewoman from afar and seeks to find the music from deep inside him. His quest turns to despair until a series of events allow him to discover his real worth. Well told and strikingly illustrated, this modern fable resonates with readers.

Thanks to You: Wisdom from Mother & Child
Thanks to You: Wisdom from Mother & Child
Age Level: 9-12
Reading Level: Independent Reader

Children learn from their mothers and mothers learn from their children. Photographs from the authors' extended family combine with gentle language to convey universal emotions and universal wisdom.

Interested in wonderful interviews with tween and teen authors? Hop on over to our sister site, AdLit.org, and browse the library.

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