Lois Gladys Leppard
Biography
Lois Gladys Leppard was an American author best known for her beloved children's book series, Mandie. Born in 1927 in Philadelphia, Leppard discovered her passion for storytelling at a young age and went on to pursue a career as a writer. She began writing the Mandie series in 1983, inspired by her own childhood experiences growing up in North Carolina. The Mandie series follows the adventures of a young girl named Mandie Shaw as she navigates life in the early 1900s and solves mysteries along the way. Leppard's books have captivated readers of all ages with their charming characters, vivid settings, and engaging plots. Leppard's dedication to creating wholesome and uplifting stories earned her a loyal following and critical acclaim. Throughout her career, she penned over 40 books in the Mandie series, as well as other works of fiction and non-fiction. Lois Gladys Leppard's legacy lives on through her timeless stories, which continue to inspire and entertain readers around the world. She passed away in 2008, but her impact on children's literature remains enduring.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Lois Gladys Leppard not part of a series
- Mandie and Her Missing Kin
- Mandie and Jonathan's Predicament
- Mandie and Mollie & the Angel's Visit
- Mandie and the Angel's Secret
- Mandie and the Buried Stranger
- Mandie and the Charleston Phantom
- Mandie and the Cherokee Legend
- Mandie and the Courtroom Battle
- Mandie and the Dangerous Imposters
- Mandie and the Dark Alley
- Mandie and the Forbidden Attic
- Mandie and the Foreign Spies
- Mandie and the Ghost Bandits
- Mandie and the Hidden Treasure
- Mandie and the Holiday Surprise
- Mandie and the Invisible Troublemaker
- Mandie and the Jumping Juniper
- Mandie and the Long Good-Bye
- Mandie and the Medicine Man
- Mandie and the Midnight Journey
- Mandie and the Mysterious Bells
- Mandie and the Mysterious Fisherman
- Mandie and the New York Secret
- Mandie and the Night Thief
- Mandie and the Quilt Mystery
- Mandie and the Schoolhouse's Secret
- Mandie and the Seaside Rendezvous
- Mandie and the Secret Tunnel
- Mandie and the Silent Catacombs
- Mandie and the Singing Chalet
- Mandie and the Tornado!
- Mandie and the Trunk's Secret
- Mandie and the Unwanted Gift
- Mandie and the Windmill's Message
- Suspicious Identity
- The Mystery at Miss Abigail's
- Who's Mandie?
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- Mandie and the Secret Tunnel
- Mandie and the Cherokee Legend
- Mandie and the Ghost Bandits
- Mandie and the New York Mystery
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Mandie and the Forgotten Christmas
- Mandie and the Journey to the New World
- Mandie and the Return of the Ghost Bandits
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Lois Gladys Leppard's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of the series that Lois Gladys Leppard is known for?
Mandie series
How many books are in the Mandie series?
There are 40 books in the Mandie series.
When was the first Mandie book published?
The first Mandie book, 'Mandie and the Secret Tunnel', was published in 1983.
What genre does Lois Gladys Leppard's Mandie series fall into?
The Mandie series falls into the genre of Christian historical fiction for children.
Is there a particular order in which the Mandie books should be read?
While each book can be read as a standalone, it is recommended to read them in order to follow Mandie's adventures chronologically.