Mary Hoffman

Grace has always loved the stories her family shares, but she is about to embark on a real-life adventure of her own. She has just received a very special invitation to travel all the way across the world to Africa. Grace is going to visit her father, whom she has not seen in a long time, and finally meet his brand-new family. While she is incredibly excited to travel so far and see such beautiful new places, Grace also feels a little bit nervous. She wonders how she will fit in with her father's new life and if there is enough room in his heart for her. As she explores the vibrant sights and sounds of her new surroundings, Grace learns wonderful lessons about love, acceptance, and the beautiful truth that families can stretch across continents and still remain close.

Meet Grace! She absolutely loves stories, whether she's reading them in books, watching them in movies, or listening to her amazing grandmother tell them. Grace's imagination is as big and bright as her dreams, and she can picture herself in any role! So when her class decides to put on the play "Peter Pan," Grace knows exactly who she wants to be: Peter Pan himself! But then someone tells her she can't play Peter Pan because she's a girl and because of her skin color. Will Grace let these words stop her? With a little encouragement from her wise grandmother, Grace learns that she can achieve anything she sets her mind to. This inspiring story celebrates imagination, determination, and believing in yourself, no matter what anyone else says.

Summer vacation has officially begun, and Grace is ready to make it the most spectacular season ever. With her boundless imagination and her best friends by her side, every single day transforms into a thrilling new adventure right in her own neighborhood. One afternoon they are daring explorers on a wild backyard safari, and the next they are brave astronauts launching deep into outer space. They even set up their very own circus and take time to build a meaningful new friendship with an elderly neighbor down the street. But the summer is not just about fun and games. When a sudden emergency strikes and her beloved grandmother has an accident, Grace must step up and prove she can be a real-life hero. This lively chapter book perfectly captures the magic, creativity, and unexpected responsibilities of growing up. You will be captivated by Grace's unstoppable energy as she leads her crew through sunny days filled with wild pretend play and deeply touching family moments.

Grace loves everything about Christmas, from decorating the tree to spending quiet time with her family. So when her grandmother decides to open their home to a stranded family during the holidays, Grace is not thrilled about sharing her favorite day of the year with complete strangers. She worries that the newcomers will ruin all of their special traditions. However, Grace's disappointment takes a surprising turn when she learns that one of their unexpected guests is a real live ballerina. As they spend the holiday together, Grace slowly realizes that opening her heart and her home might just lead to the most magical Christmas she has ever experienced. This beautiful holiday story reminds young readers that the best gifts are often the ones we share with others.

Grace has a massive imagination and a deep love for amazing stories, but right now, there is almost too much real-life drama happening in her world. Everything around her seems to be changing at once. Her mother is getting married to Vince, which means they are packing up and moving to a completely new house. That means Grace has to handle the stress of adjusting to a new bedroom, fitting into a bridesmaid outfit, and preparing for a new baby on the way. On top of the family chaos, Grace has to navigate shifting friendships and classroom bullies at school. It feels incredibly overwhelming, but Grace knows she can always turn to her wise Nana for the best advice. With the unwavering support of her family and her closest friends, Grace is determined to find a positive way to handle every single surprise life throws her way.

Grace has a wonderful imagination, and she absolutely loves playing dress-up and acting out fantastic stories. When she finds out that her town is having a grand festival and parade, Grace decides she wants to do something incredibly special. She wants to be a beautiful princess on one of the parade floats. But Grace quickly realizes that being a real princess is about a lot more than just wearing a pretty pink dress and a sparkly crown. Determined to get it exactly right, she turns to her teacher and her family to learn about all the different, amazing princesses from history and cultures all around the world. As she discovers tales of brave and clever royal women, Grace finds the perfect way to let her own unique royal spirit shine brightly for the whole town to see.