Author & Illustrator Profile
Pam Smy
1 Books
Pam Smy is a distinctive creator of children's and young adult literature, known for crafting deeply atmospheric and visually striking books. She seamlessly blends compelling prose with evocative illustrations in her own original novels, including The Hideaway and Merrylegs. In addition to her solo projects, Smy frequently collaborates with other renowned writers to bring their stories to life visually. Her intricate, moody artwork beautifully complements narratives in books such as Siobhan Dowd's The Ransom of Dond and Lucy Strange's The Mermaid in the Millpond. Whether writing or illustrating, Smy brings a captivating and unforgettable aesthetic to every book she touches.
Every single day is exactly the same for Merrylegs. He is a dumpy, clumpy riding-school pony, and his job is to plod slowly around the ring, step after heavy step. While the other horses might look graceful and swift, Merrylegs feels plain and entirely ordinary.
But deep down inside, this little pony holds onto a very bright dream. When a dazzling, colorful fair suddenly rolls into town, Merrylegs feels a spark of hope. Could this be his big chance to finally break out of his boring routine and show the world what he can really do?
With a little bit of unexpected magic and a whole lot of courage, Merrylegs is about to learn a wonderful secret. When you start to love yourself just the way you are, you can see the entire world with fresh, sparkling eyes.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
