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Pearson at the 2019 Texas Book Festival
Born (1955-08-14) August 14, 1955 (age 70)
Southern California
Occupation Writer
Nationality American
Period 1999–present

Mary E. Pearson, born on August 14, 1955, is an American writer. She is well-known for her exciting young adult fiction books. These stories are often loved by readers aged 12 to 14.

Pearson's book A Room on Lorelei Street won a special prize called the Golden Kite Award in 2006. Another one of her popular books, The Adoration of Jenna Fox, was a finalist for the Andre Norton Award. This book is even being made into a movie!

Mary E. Pearson's Books

Mary E. Pearson has written many books for young readers. Her stories often feature strong characters and exciting adventures.

Early Novels

Here are some of her earlier novels:

  • David v. God (2000)
  • Scribbler of Dreams (2002)
  • A Room on Lorelei Street (2005)
  • The Miles Between (2009)

The Jenna Fox Chronicles

This is a thrilling series about a character named Jenna Fox.

  1. The Adoration of Jenna Fox (2008)
  2. The Fox Inheritance (2011)
  3. Fox Forever (2013)

The Remnant Chronicles

This popular fantasy series takes readers to a world of magic and adventure.

  • Morrighan (a short story that sets the scene, 2016)
  1. The Kiss of Deception (2014)
  2. The Heart of Betrayal (2015)
  3. The Beauty of Darkness (2016)

Dance of Thieves Duology

These two books are set in the same exciting world as The Remnant Chronicles.

  1. Dance of Thieves (2018)
  2. Vow of Thieves (2019)

The Courting of Bristol Keats Duology

This is a newer series by Mary E. Pearson.

  1. The Courting of Bristol Keats (2024)
  2. The Last Wish of Bristol Keats (2025)

Picture Books

Mary E. Pearson has also written fun picture books for younger children.

  • Pickles in My Soup, illustrated by Tom Payne (1999)
  • Where Is Max?, illustrated by Samantha L. Walker (2000)
  • Generous Me, illustrated by Gary Krejca (2005)
  • Fast Dan, illustrated by Eldon C. Doty (2005)
  • I Can Do It All, illustrated by Jeff Shelly (2008)
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