Author Profile
Marci Peschke
22 Books
Marci Peschke is a children's author known for friendly, accessible chapter books centered on family, friendship, school, and self-confidence. She is best known for the Kylie Jean series, including Cupcake Queen, Drama Queen, Fashion Queen, and other themed adventures. She also wrote the Club Daisy books, such as Daisy for President and Daisy's Field Trip Adventure.
Books in "Kylie Jean"
Dust off your cowboy boots and saddle up for a wild ride! The rodeo has finally come to town, and Kylie Jean is buzzing with excitement. When she sees the dazzling outfits and incredible horseback riding, she knows exactly what she wants to be: the next Rodeo Queen.
Earning that shiny tiara will not be as easy as looking the part. To prove she has what it takes, she needs to learn some real rodeo tricks. From riding horses to mastering the lasso, Kylie Jean has to work harder than ever before. With her family cheering her on, she steps into the arena to show everyone her newfound skills. Will all her practice pay off and help her rope in the ultimate prize? Hold on tight for a country adventure full of determination, big dreams, and a lot of Texas spirit.
6-8 Years
112 Pages
Kylie Jean joins the Tiger Lillies soccer team ready to learn the game, make new friends, and have fun on the field. She cannot wait to run, kick, and become a soccer queen.
Then an accident keeps her from playing the way she planned. Kylie Jean has to figure out how to stay part of the team from the sidelines and support her friends in a new way. This early chapter book offers an encouraging sports story about teamwork, patience, and finding a role even when things change. Young readers will enjoy Kylie Jean’s energy as she learns that being a good teammate is bigger than scoring goals.
6-8 Years
112 Pages
The stage is set, the spotlight is waiting, and Kylie Jean is ready for her grand debut! Her class has just announced their next big production, and it is going to be a spectacular performance of Alice in Wonderland. Kylie Jean already knows exactly which part she is meant to play. With her loud voice and big personality, she is absolutely certain she would be the perfect Queen of Hearts.
There is just one major problem standing in her way. The school's resident mean girl, Paula, has decided that she wants the exact same role! Now, Kylie Jean must figure out how to outshine her rival during the auditions without losing her temper. She will need to practice her lines, perfect her royal wave, and prove to the director that she has the right amount of dramatic flair. Can she win the crown and be the star of the show, or will Paula steal her moment in the spotlight?
6-8 Years
112 Pages
Kylie Jean is ready to tumble, stretch, and sparkle when she signs up for gymnastics lessons. She has big dreams for the showcase, but learning new skills takes practice, patience, and a lot more effort than just wanting to be great.
As Kylie Jean works toward her routine, she discovers that the gym is also a place to meet new people and cheer others on. Becoming a gymnastics queen may not only be about perfect moves or applause. This upbeat chapter book mixes sports, friendship, family support, and Kylie Jean’s cheerful determination in a story about trying hard and making room for others to shine.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
112 Pages
School is out, and Kylie Jean is headed to summer camp with her cousin Lucy. A whole week of games, activities, and new friends sounds like the perfect chance to become summer camp queen.
Then Kylie meets Miley, a girl who seems determined to make camp harder for everyone. Instead of letting one camper spoil the fun, Kylie Jean starts wondering what is really going on. This friendly chapter book follows camp adventures, cousin time, and the tricky work of understanding someone who is not acting kind. It is a warm story about friendship, patience, and making the most of a new experience away from home.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
112 Pages
Kylie Jean has her heart set on dancing in Swan Lake, and the local ballet recital feels like her chance to shine. She earns a part in the show, but when the boy playing the prince breaks his ankle, the whole performance may be in trouble.
Kylie Jean needs help fast, and her brother may be the answer if she can convince him to step onto the stage. This lively chapter book brings together ballet, family, theater nerves, and Kylie Jean’s big-dream energy. Readers who enjoy performing arts stories will find a cheerful tale about practice, persuasion, and the teamwork behind every curtain call.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
112 Pages
Kylie Jean has waited three years to become a Little Dazzler, the junior cheerleader group that cheers for the high school football team. Now her big brother is on the field, and Kylie Jean wants to be right there on the sidelines as his biggest fan.
Cheering takes energy, timing, spirit, and practice, and Kylie Jean is ready to give it everything she has. This sports-themed chapter book captures the excitement of football games, school pride, sibling support, and learning what it means to be part of a team. With warmth and plenty of pep, Kylie Jean’s story celebrates family, confidence, and cheering for the people you love.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
112 Pages
Earth Day is coming, and Kylie Jean wants her town to sparkle in a whole new way. From a playground cleanup to an Earth Day parade, she throws herself into helping Jacksonville become cleaner, prettier, and greener.
Kylie Jean loves a crown, but this time being queen means working hard for her community. As her town hopes to be named the Prettiest Town in Texas, Kylie learns that taking care of the Earth takes teamwork, imagination, and lots of small helpful choices. This cheerful chapter book blends school, friendship, environmental action, and hometown pride in an accessible story for young readers.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Kylie Jean joins the school art club and discovers a world of color, famous artists, and new ideas. With a new friend beside her, she learns different painting styles and starts dreaming about the school Mural Art Contest.
Her plan sounds perfect: a watercolor painting of a Texas barn and duck pond. Then a noisy mix-up involving her dog and the ducks sends the artwork in a direction Kylie never planned. This funny, creative chapter book celebrates art, friendship, school clubs, and the surprise of making something different from what you expected. For young readers, Kylie Jean’s art adventure is bright, friendly, and full of imagination.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Kylie Jean wants to earn some spending money, and cupcakes seem like the sweetest plan. Soon she is baking treats for people and even making special doggie cupcakes to sell at garage sales.
Then Kylie Jean sees that her cupcake business could do more than fill a piggy bank. It could help orphan dogs at the shelter. This early chapter book mixes baking, pets, family, and a simple money-making idea with Kylie Jean’s generous heart. Young readers who enjoy friendly stories about animals, food, and big plans will find a cheerful adventure about turning a small idea into a caring project.
6-8 Years
112 Pages
Kylie Jean’s dad is getting a newspaper award in New York City, and the whole family is turning the trip into a cross-country driving vacation. With miles of road ahead and plenty of stops along the way, Kylie Jean is ready for a summer adventure.
A family road trip can be exciting, crowded, funny, and surprising all at once. As Kylie Jean travels toward New York, she gets to see new places and dream about one special stop: the Statue of Liberty. This friendly chapter book offers a warm travel story about family time, new experiences, and the joy of discovering more of the country from the back seat.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Kylie Jean wants to win the school spelling bee, and she knows that means studying hard. But focusing is not easy when she and her cousin Lucy find a kitten who needs attention.
Words, practice, and one very distracting cat all compete for Kylie Jean’s time. She wants to do her best, but she also cares about the little animal she has found. This early chapter book combines school excitement, family, pets, and determination in a gentle story for young readers. With short chapters and a friendly tone, it is a good fit for children who enjoy stories about contests, classmates, and everyday challenges.
6-8 Years
112 Pages
Kylie Jean’s school is buzzing with computer projects, coding, and robots. When she sees the RoboGirls robotics team, she wants in. First, though, she needs to learn how robots work and build one of her own.
Coding and engineering are new challenges, and Kylie Jean quickly discovers that becoming robot queen takes more than excitement. It takes patience, teamwork, and the courage to keep learning when something does not work the first time. This chapter book brings STEM themes into a friendly school story, with competitions, clubs, friendship, and Kylie Jean’s bright determination leading the way.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
A December fishing contest at Arrowhead Lake has Kylie Jean dreaming about the biggest catch of all: Granddaddy Whiskers, a legendary blue catfish that has fooled grown-up fishermen for years. Her brother and dad are entering as one team, so Kylie Jean asks her grandfather to be her partner.
With family pride, chilly Texas weather, and a famous fish on her mind, Kylie Jean sets out to prove she belongs in the contest. This outdoor chapter book blends fishing fun, grandparent teamwork, friendly competition, and Kylie Jean’s determined spirit in a story about patience, family, and chasing a goal that may be harder than it looks.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Kylie Jean is used to feeling good at the things she tries, but basketball is different. Dribbling, passing, and shooting sound simple until she is the one trying to do them. Everyone else in her family loves the game, and Kylie wants to keep up.
With the Free Throw Tournament ahead, Kylie Jean has to practice through frustration and find her own way to improve. This lively sports chapter book follows a young player learning that confidence grows through effort, not instant success. Readers will enjoy the mix of family, basketball, determination, and Kylie Jean’s familiar dream of becoming queen of something new.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Kylie Jean is making her special pecan pie for Thanksgiving when Aunt Susie suggests something exciting: a kids’ cooking contest on Good Morning Texas. Kylie Jean loves the idea, especially when her grandmother joins in as her sous chef.
The kitchen fills with big plans, delicious dishes, and plenty of practice as Kylie works toward the final round. She wants to cook something amazing, and she also hopes her efforts can help a local food pantry. This warm chapter book mixes family cooking, a television contest, holiday flavor, and Kylie Jean’s generous spirit in a story about creativity, confidence, and sharing good things with others.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Love is in the air, and Kylie Jean has her eyes on the crown! With Valentine's Day right around the corner, she is busier than ever trying to make everything absolutely perfect. Her family is planning a massive surprise party to celebrate her grandparents' fiftieth wedding anniversary, and she wants to help make it the best celebration ever. At the exact same time, her school has just launched a brand-new Be Sweet project to encourage kindness among all the students.
Between juggling the secret party plans, creating the perfect decorations, and finding ways to be extra sweet to her classmates, Kylie Jean has her hands full. But she has a very special goal in mind. She is determined to show everyone just how much she cares and prove that she has exactly what it takes to be crowned the official Valentine Queen. It will take a lot of hard work, a little bit of glitter, and a very big heart to pull it all off.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Warm up your vocal cords and get ready to hit the high notes! The annual Jubilee Talent Show is just around the corner, and the whole town is getting ready to celebrate the Fourth of July in style. Kylie Jean has always loved being in the spotlight, and this year, she has a special plan to steal the show. She is going to sing her heart out and prove she has the best voice in town.
But performing in front of a giant crowd takes a lot more than just a catchy tune. Kylie Jean must choose the perfect song, design a dazzling outfit, and conquer her stage fright before the big night. As the fireworks get ready to burst in the sky, she steps up to the microphone. Will her voice shine bright enough to win the talent show and earn her the title of Singing Queen? Join the patriotic fun in a story about confidence, music, and following your dreams.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
112 Pages
Kylie Jean has fashion on her mind, from picture day outfits to doggy designs with plenty of sparkle and style. So when her cousin Lilly needs someone to model her creations in the school fashion show, Kylie Jean is sure she is ready for the spotlight.
But being a fashion queen takes more than loving pretty clothes. Kylie Jean has to practice, support her family, and learn how to shine while helping someone else’s designs take center stage. With her Texas-sized confidence and her big dreams, she steps into a funny, friendly chapter book adventure about creativity, cousins, school events, and finding your own way to stand tall.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
113 Pages
Get ready for a berry sweet adventure! It is time for the annual Blueberry Festival, and everyone in town is rushing around getting things ready. Momma is busy baking her famous pies, and Pa is out picking buckets of fresh, juicy berries. But Kylie Jean has something else entirely on her mind. Every single year, the town picks one lucky girl to be the official Blueberry Queen, and she is convinced that the sparkling tiara belongs on her head.
Winning the crown means showing off her best manners, wearing the perfect dress, and proving she loves her town more than anyone else. Kylie Jean dives into the festival fun, determined to stand out from the crowd and impress the judges. Whether she is helping her family with the harvest or waving from a parade float, she gives it her all. Discover what it takes to wear the crown in a charming story about community, confidence, and aiming high.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
58 Pages
May is packed with birthday parties, sleepovers, treats, and fun, and Kylie Jean is invited to just about everything. At first, that sounds perfect for a girl who loves celebrations. But after so many nights away from home, Kylie Jean starts to miss the people she loves most.
Her own birthday is coming soon, and Kylie Jean is ready to be party queen. Still, the best surprises are not always wrapped in paper or tied with a bow. This warm early chapter book follows Kylie Jean through friendship, family, birthday excitement, and the big feelings that can come with growing up and sharing special moments.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
112 Pages
A school report about a real female pirate gives Kylie Jean a bold new idea: she and her friends can become pirates, too. Soon they have costumes, a secret hideout, and buried treasure, but pirate life is not as simple as shouting orders and making maps.
When the treasure disappears, Kylie Jean has a mystery to solve, and the trail leads toward a local haunted house. With friendship, school-day fun, Halloween atmosphere, and a brave heroine who loves a big adventure, this lively chapter book invites you into a playful story full of secrets, teamwork, and just enough spooky excitement.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
114 Pages
