Mary Pope Osborne
Biography
Mary Pope Osborne is a renowned author best known for her beloved children's book series, Magic Tree House. Born in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Osborne began her writing career as a journalist and editor before focusing on writing for young readers. She published her first Magic Tree House book, Dinosaurs Before Dark, in 1992, and has since captivated children worldwide with her adventurous and educational tales of siblings Jack and Annie as they travel through time and space in a magical tree house. With over 30 books in the series, Osborne has won numerous awards for her work, including the Children's Choice Award and the Parents' Choice Award. Her writing has inspired a love of reading and exploration in countless young readers, and she continues to engage children with her captivating storytelling and imaginative worlds. In addition to the Magic Tree House series, Osborne has written other popular children's books and non-fiction works. She is a dedicated advocate for literacy and education, and her impact on young readers is as enduring as the magic of the tree house itself.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Mary Pope Osborne not part of a series
- Adaline Falling Star
- After the Rain: Virginia's Civil War Diary, Book Two
- After the Rain: Virginia's Diary, Book Two, Washington D.C.,1864
- Afternoon on the Amazon
- Beauty and the Beast
- Best Wishes, Joe Brady
- Buffalo Before Breakfast
- Christmas in Camelot
- Civil War On Sunday
- Day Of The Dragon-King
- Dingoes At Dinnertime
- Dinosaurs Before Dark
- Dolphins At Daybreak
- Earthquake In The Early Morning
- Favorite Greek Myths
- Favorite Medieval Tales
- Favorite Norse Myths
- Ghost Town At Sundown
- Good Morning, Gorillas
- Haunted Waters
- High Tide in Hawaii
- Hour Of The Olympics
- Jason and the Argonauts
- Knight At Dawn
- Lions At Lunchtime
- Love Always, Blue
- Midnight On The Moon
- Mo and his friends
- Mummies in the Morning
- My Brother's Keeper: Virginia's Civil War Diary
- My Brother's Keeper: Virginia's Diary Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 1863
- My Secret War: The World War II Diary of Madeline Beck
- Night of the Ninjas
- Pirates Past Noon
- Polar Bears Past Bedtime
- Revolutionary War On Wednesday
- Revolutionary War on Wednesday
- Rocking Horse Christmas
- Spider Kane and the Mystery Under the May-Apple )
- Spider Kane and the Mystery at Jumbo Nightcrawler's
- Stage Fright On A Summer Night
- Stage Fright on a Summer Night
- Standing in the Light: The Captive Diary of Catharine Carey Logan
- Summer of the Sea Serpent
- Sunset of the Sabertooth
- Thanksgiving on Thursday
- The Knight at Dawn
- Tigers At Twilight
- Tigers at Twilight
- Tonight On The Titanic
- Tonight on the Titanic
- Twister On Tuesday
- Vacation Under The Volcano
- Viking Ships At Sunrise
Magic Tree House Series
Books in the Magic Tree House Series series by Mary Pope Osborne
- Magic Tree House Series #19-Tigers at Twilight
Tales from the Odyssey: The One-Eyed Giant - Book
Books in the Tales from the Odyssey: The One-Eyed Giant - Book series by Mary Pope Osborne
- Tales from the Odyssey: The One-Eyed Giant - Book #1
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- Dinosaurs Before Dark
- The Knight at Dawn
- Mummies in the Morning
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Pirates Past Noon
- The Royal Rabbits of London
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Mary Pope Osborne's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Pope Osborne known for?
Mary Pope Osborne is known for writing the popular children's book series Magic Tree House.
How many books are in the Magic Tree House series?
As of 2021, there are 33 books in the original Magic Tree House series written by Mary Pope Osborne.
What age group are Mary Pope Osborne's books intended for?
Mary Pope Osborne's Magic Tree House series is intended for elementary school-aged children, typically around 6 to 10 years old.
Has Mary Pope Osborne won any awards for her books?
Yes, Mary Pope Osborne has received several awards for her contributions to children's literature, including the Children's Choice Award and the Ludington Award from the Educational Paperback Association.
Are there any spin-off series or companion books related to the Magic Tree House series?
Yes, Mary Pope Osborne has also written companion books, non-fiction Fact Trackers, and a Merlin Missions series that are related to the original Magic Tree House books.