Margaret Mahy Playground
Margaret Mahy Playground is named after a lady called Margaret Mahy, The reason why its named after is because she is an inspiring author for children’s books.
Margaret Mahy wrote more than 100 books. Margaret Mahy also worked at Christchurch city libraries and she is one of the world's best and most famous children’s authors. She worked as a librarian for over 10 years.
Margaret Mahy was born and raised in Whakatane, she was the eldest of five children. Her father (a bridge builder) told stories and read to his children. Her mother was a teacher.
Margaret Mahy is New Zealand’s most celebrated writer for children and young adults. In a 55-year career she published more than 120 titles. Margaret Mahy has made different kinds of books like novels, fantasies and more.
Translated into more than 15 languages, her books reflect her delight in fantasy, magic,adventure, humour, the supernatural and the trans-formative power of language.
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