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ⓘ About Emily Arnold McCully
Emily Arnold McCully is an American illustrator and children’s fiction author best known for “Mirette on the High Wire” a US picture book illustration she wrote in 1993. McCully is a native of Galesburg, Illinois, though she spent much of her childhood in the New York suburb of Garden City. She comes from a creative family as her father wrote for radio shows and her mother was a singer and actress. It was her mother that inspired the creative streak in her even as she was a child. Emily has asserted that it was her mother who recognized that she was trying to draw objects and audiences and encouraged her as she developed her art. She believes that her talent in drawing could someday open the doors for a professional career that would support her. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Children's Books series, Emily Arnold McCully has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Emily Arnold McCully
The Grandma Mix-Up
The Grandma Mix-Up continues the Publication Order of Grandma Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Grandmas at the Lake
Grandmas at the Lake is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Grandma Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Grandmas at Bat
Grandmas at Bat continues the Publication Order of Grandma Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mixed-Up Grandmas Treasury
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Grandma Books with The Mixed-Up Grandmas Treasury, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Mirette on the High Wire
Mirette on the High Wire continues the Publication Order of Mirette Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Starring Mirette and Bellini
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mirette Books with Starring Mirette and Bellini, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Mirette and Bellini Cross Niagara Falls
Mirette and Bellini Cross Niagara Falls continues the Publication Order of Mirette Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Promising Life
A Promising Life is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Mandala
Mandala is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
The Twenty-Elephant Restaurant
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with The Twenty-Elephant Restaurant, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Oliver and Alison's Week
Oliver and Alison's Week is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Play & Sing..It's Christmas!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Play & Sing..It's Christmas!, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
The Playground
The Playground is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Picnic
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Picnic, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
First Snow
First Snow is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Molly
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Molly, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
School
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with School, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
The Show Must Go On
The Show Must Go On continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
You Lucky Duck!
You Lucky Duck! continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Baby
New Baby is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
The Christmas Gift
The Christmas Gift continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Zaza's Big Break
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Zaza's Big Break, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Book Bus
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Book Bus, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
The Evil Spell
Magic takes center stage in The Evil Spell, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Children's Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Emily Arnold McCully.
Speak Up, Blanche!
Speak Up, Blanche! continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Amazing Felix
The Amazing Felix is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
My Real Family
My Real Family is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Crossing the New Bridge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Crossing the New Bridge, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Little Kit
Little Kit is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
The Pirate Queen
The Pirate Queen continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bobbin Girl
The Bobbin Girl continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ballot Box Battle
Conflict and courage define The Ballot Box Battle, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Children's Books series by Emily Arnold McCully that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Popcorn at the Palace
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Popcorn at the Palace, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Beautiful Warrior
Conflict and courage define Beautiful Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Children's Books series by Emily Arnold McCully that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
An Outlaw Thanksgiving
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with An Outlaw Thanksgiving, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Mouse Practice
Mouse Practice continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Monk Camps Out
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Monk Camps Out, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Hurry!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Hurry!, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Four Hungry Kittens
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Four Hungry Kittens, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Grandmas Trick-Or-Treat
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Grandmas Trick-Or-Treat, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
The Orphan Singer
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with The Orphan Singer, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
The Battle for St. Michaels
Conflict and courage define The Battle for St. Michaels, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Children's Books series by Emily Arnold McCully that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Squirrel and John Muir
Squirrel and John Muir continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Marvelous Mattie
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Marvelous Mattie, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
The Escape of Oney Judge
The Escape of Oney Judge continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
My Heart Glow
My Heart Glow explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Children's Books series by Emily Arnold McCully.
Manjiro
Manjiro is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Wonder Horse
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Wonder Horse, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
The Secret Cave
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with The Secret Cave, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Late Nate in a Race
Late Nate in a Race is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Pete Won't Eat
Pete Won't Eat continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sam and the Big Kids
Sam and the Big Kids continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ida M. Tarbell
Ida M. Tarbell continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Little Ducks Go
Little Ducks Go is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Strongheart
Strongheart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Children's Books series by Emily Arnold McCully.
3, 2, 1, Go!
3, 2, 1, Go! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Queen of the Diamond
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Queen of the Diamond, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Pete Makes a Mistake
Pete Makes a Mistake is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Clara
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Clara, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Pete Likes Bunny
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Pete Likes Bunny, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Caroline's Comets
Caroline's Comets is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Min Makes a Machine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Min Makes a Machine, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
She Did It!
She Did It! continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dreaming in Code
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Dreaming in Code, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
Min Makes a Crane
Min Makes a Crane continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Taking Off: Airborne with Mary Wilkins Ellis
Taking Off: Airborne with Mary Wilkins Ellis is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Emily Arnold McCully have come to expect.
Our Little Mushroom: A Story of Franz Schubert and His Friends
Our Little Mushroom: A Story of Franz Schubert and His Friends continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Emily Arnold McCully's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
1, 2, 3, Pull!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with 1, 2, 3, Pull!, another outstanding contribution from Emily Arnold McCully.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Emily Arnold McCully?
Emily Arnold McCully is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 68 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Grandma Books, Publication Order of Mirette Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Emily Arnold McCully series to start with?
For readers new to Emily Arnold McCully's work, the Publication Order of Children's Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 60 books. Begin with Mandala to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Emily Arnold McCully written?
Emily Arnold McCully has written over 68 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Emily Arnold McCully books in order?
Yes, reading Emily Arnold McCully's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Emily Arnold McCully write in?
Emily Arnold McCully writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 68 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Emily Arnold McCully's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Emily Arnold McCully's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Emily Arnold McCully's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Emily Arnold McCully's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Children's Books series. The first book, Mandala, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.