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 Hilary McKay

Hilary McKay

Hilary McKay was born in Boston, Lincolnshire and is the eldest of four girls. From a very early age she read voraciously and grew up in a household of readers.

After reading Botany and Zoology at St. Andrew's University Hilary then went on to work as a biochemist in an Analysis Department. Hilary enjoyed the work but at the same time had a burning desire to write. After the birth of her two children, Hilary wanted to devote more time to bringing up her children and writing so decided to leave her job.

Hilary now lives in a small village in Derbyshire with her family. When not writing Hilary loves walking, reading, and having friends to stay.

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Books

  • Binny Bewitched

    Binny Bewitched

    Author: Hilary McKay
    Publisher: Hodder Children’s Books
    Interest age: 12+
    Reading age: 12+

    Binny hasn't even decided what wonderful birthday gift she'll buy for her mum before she loses the money. She's sure her twitchy neighbour is a witch, playing havoc with her life. Masterful writing makes this touching story bounce along beautifully.

  • Binny for Short

    Binny for Short

    Author: Hilary McKay
    Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
    Interest age: 9+
    Reading age: 9+

    Since her father died, Binny's family have struggled. Then old Aunt Violet dies, leaving them her house by the sea.

  • Caddy's World

    Caddy's World

    Author: Hilary McKay
    Publisher: Hodder
    Interest age: 10+
    Reading age: 10+

    This prequel to the award-winning Saffy's Angel focuses on 12-year-old Caddy Casson and her best friends: Alison, who hates everyone, Ruby who is clever and Beth who is perfect, as the girls embark upon the difficult and sometimes confusing business of growing-up. This book provides a perfect introduction to the loveable Casson family and is both moving…

  • Hilary McKay's Fairy Tales

    Hilary McKay's Fairy Tales

    Author: Hilary McKay Illustrator: Sarah Gibb
    Publisher: Macmillan
    Interest age: 6-8
    Reading age: 6-8

    This gorgeous collection from Hilary McKay will make you see your favourite fairy tales in new and surprising ways; it's a book that you and your children will treasure.

  • Saffy's Angel

    Saffy's Angel

    Author: Hilary McKay
    Publisher: Hachette
    Interest age: 9-13
    Reading age: 9+

    This is an uplifting story about an eccentric family encased in chaos, but also full of intense warmth and loyalty.

  • The cover of The Skylarks' War by Hilary McKay

    The Skylarks' War

    Author: Hilary McKay
    Publisher: Macmillan
    Interest age: 9-12
    Reading age: 9-12

    Clarry and Peter love spending their summers in Cornwall with their cousin Rupert, but how will things change when he enlists for the First World War? A hugely evocative, powerful and impressive story.

  • The Time of Green Magic

    The Time of Green Magic

    Author: Hilary McKay
    Publisher: Macmillan
    Interest age: 9+
    Reading age: 9+

    Moving house is the last thing Abi needs. She has enough stress with her two annoying stepbrothers. What's more, odd things start to happen in their new home. An unsettling, magical thriller that leaves you unsure where reality ends and the supernatural begins.

  • Wishing for Tomorrow

    Wishing for Tomorrow

    Author: Hilary McKay Illustrator: Nick Maland
    Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
    Interest age: 9+
    Reading age: 8+

    Evocatively illustrated, this is a warm and humorous sequel to Frances Hodgson Burnett's A Little Princess.

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