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Janis Mackay

    Drawing from a deep appreciation for language and sound, nurtured by a childhood love of nursery rhymes and a background in athletics, this author brings a unique rhythm to her storytelling. Her path to writing was an adventurous one, weaving through journalism, extensive global travel, and a career as a storyteller and drama teacher before culminating in a master's degree in creative writing. Her work, often set against the evocative backdrops of nature, the sea, and the rugged Scottish landscape, reflects a life rich with experience and a profound passion for narrative. She crafts compelling tales that resonate with a vibrant energy and a keen understanding of the power of words.

    The Selkie Girl
    The Reluctant Time Traveller
    The Fairy Song
    • The Fairy Song

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      When Rose hears beautiful music coming from the forest, she is soon swept up into an enchanting secret world. This beautifully illustrated tale of old fairy magic and Midsummer song is steeped in Scottish folklore. From the creators of The Selkie Girl.

      The Fairy Song
      4.4
    • The Reluctant Time Traveller

      • 215 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Is travelling back in time to a world on the verge of war really a good idea? When Agnes disappears, Saul has no choice. Sequel to The Accidental Time Traveller, winner of the Scottish Children's Book Award 2013.

      The Reluctant Time Traveller
      4.2
    • The Selkie Girl

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      A classic Scottish folktale, retold with hauntingly beautiful illustrations.

      The Selkie Girl
      4.0