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Mary Jane Auch

    Mary Jane Auch, also writing as MJ Auch, discovered her passion for writing through puppet plays created with a childhood friend. Her fascination with chickens, observed during visits to her grandmothers, profoundly influenced her later work, translating their diverse personalities into her stories. After studying art and a brief stint in fashion, Auch worked as an occupational therapist in a children's hospital, providing valuable insights. A pivotal moment occurred at a writing conference, where she realized her potential for narrative fiction, eventually gaining renown for illustrated books featuring poultry.

    I Was a Third Grade Science Project
    I Was a Third Grade Spy
    Journey to Nowhere
    The Plot Chickens
    Wing Nut
    The Princess and the Pizza
    • Navigating life as an unemployed princess presents unique challenges and humorous situations. The protagonist grapples with her royal identity while seeking purpose and a new path outside the castle walls. As she encounters various characters and experiences, she learns valuable lessons about resilience, self-discovery, and the importance of forging her own destiny. This whimsical tale combines elements of comedy and personal growth, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of finding one's place in the world.

      The Princess and the Pizza
    • Wing Nut

      • 258 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      3.9(41)Add rating

      The story revolves around Grady and his whimsical friend Charlie Fernwald, aptly nicknamed "Wing Nut" due to his eccentric passion for birds. This unique bond showcases their adventures and the quirks that come with Charlie's obsession, highlighting themes of friendship and the joy of embracing one's individuality.

      Wing Nut
    • Henrietta loves to read. When she clucks buk, buk, buk at the library, the librarian knows exactly what to recommend. Then Henrietta decides to write a book. With the help of her three aunties, she hatches a plot. But when Henrietta publishes her story, the critics say she's laid an egg! Is this the end of Henrietta's career as an author?

      The Plot Chickens
    • Journey to Nowhere

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.9(382)Add rating

      Set against the backdrop of the 1815 westward expansion, the story follows Remembrance "Mem" Nye and her family as they embark on a daunting journey from Connecticut to the wilderness of western New York. While Mem and her mother view the trip as a venture into isolation, the path is fraught with peril from wild animals, severe weather, and hostile strangers. When Mem becomes separated from her family, she must confront these dangers alone, driven by the hope of reuniting with them.

      Journey to Nowhere
    • I Was a Third Grade Spy

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      3.6(116)Add rating

      The story revolves around a boy named Josh and his talking dog, Arful, who becomes a secret weapon in their quest to win a school talent contest. To outsmart the competition, Josh and his friends enlist Arful to eavesdrop on the girls' plans. As the contest approaches, the humorous antics and clever spying lead to unexpected revelations, setting the stage for an entertaining showdown at the talent show.

      I Was a Third Grade Spy
    • I Was a Third Grade Science Project

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      3.5(106)Add rating

      The story revolves around Josh, who relies on his genius friend Brian to help him win a science fair and secure tickets to Wonderland Lake. However, Brian's plan to hypnotize Josh's dog, Arfie, into believing he's a cat leads to unexpected and chaotic consequences. As Josh begins to experience strange behaviors himself, he must navigate the confusion and figure out how to salvage his science project before it's too late. The tale is a humorous exploration of friendship, creativity, and the unpredictable nature of science.

      I Was a Third Grade Science Project