Erin Mackey

ALLi Author Member

Location: United States of America (the)

Genres: Fantasy/SciFi/Speculative, New Adult, Young Adult (YA), Religion, Children's general

Skills: Reading/Literary Event, Press/Media Interview

I write books in various children’s genres, including picture books, early readers, chapter books, middle grade fiction, and Young Adult fiction. I have profiles on multiple social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and LinkedIn. I have been a member of the National Association of Professional Women since 2014 and a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers since 2020. I have attended the International Dublin Writer’s Festival as well as the Manuscript to Marketplace Writer’s Conference.

Erin Mackey's books

Laurel Hill: New Beginnings, Book 1

This is the first book in my middle grade fiction Laurel Hill series. It follows Maggie as she moves to a new town and becomes friends with 5 other girls in her class. They take adventures, solve mysteries, and learn how to deal with a bully.

Laurel Hill: Long Days of Summer, Book 2

This is the second book in my middle grade fiction Laurel Hill series. Maggie and her new friends go to Camp WiKiToJe for a week of summer camp. Together they make new friends and memories that will last them a lifetime.

The Sleeping Flower

A sweet picture book that follows a sleepy flower through the seasons.

Gossamer Realm: New Sight

A Young Adult fantasy fiction where Eli gets into an accident while riding his bike. When he wakes up the next day, he finds that he has a new sight into the spirit world and can see angels and demons. His guardian angel Griffith shows him how to navigate this new world and use this new power to help others.

Nightmares Come to Life: Short Stories to Keep You Awake at Night

A Young Adult scary short story fiction that dredges up the things from our nightmares that we fear the most. Can you survive these stories…and still sleep at night?

Snowflake's Big Adventure

Sometimes going out into the world is scary, but it can also be exciting.

We all worry about our place in the world and Little Snowflake is no different. When the day comes for him to fall to Earth for the very first time, he's filled with worry and wonder. Guided by Mama Snowflake, Little Snowflake and the others anticipate their destination. He knows the possibilities are endless and wishes he could do them all. There are so many things he could be, but will any of it be meaningful? Will he be satisfied with his destiny?

Snowflake's Big Adventure is a fun and engaging picture book that helps children grapple with the age old question: "What is my purpose?" It teaches them how to overcome anxiety and trust the wisdom of those around them. Combining beautiful pictures with powerful life lessons, this book could be your child's next lifelong favorite.

Laurel Hill: Abundant Blessings

For best friends Nikki, Jennifer, Amy, Katie, Morgan, and Maggie, heading into grade six is a big deal. But they could never have guessed the news waiting for them when they arrived back at school. Kristi Lucas, the bully who’s been making their lives miserable for years, is running for class president.

With Amy’s twelfth birthday party coming up quickly, the girls don’t have time to worry about what Kristi might do if the class elects her. They decide kindness is key and offer to help Kristi with her campaign. Will their gesture of goodwill be enough to keep Kristi out of their hair while they plan the birthday bash?

No matter what, the friends have each other’s backs. Together, they navigate the ups and downs of their school year, sharing lessons about life, grace, and growing up, but most of all, the beauty that true friendship holds.

Laurel Hill: Snow Days

Things are happening in the small town of Laurel Hill as best friends Nikki, Jennifer, Amy, Katie, Morgan, and Maggie learn to navigate the perils and drama of their teen years. Not only is the mystery of Mrs. Everett’s behavior solved, but the girls must decide if they can trust their nemesis Kristi’s new attitude.

Morgan must find the courage to step out of her comfort zone and sing her duet in the Christmas Cantata. And when a blizzard shuts down their little town, the girls find ways to make it both fun and lucrative while still managing to help others.

Whether it's celebrating the joys of Christmas with family, the surprise and anticipation of a new relationship, the excitement of a birthday party, or the dealing with body issues, these best friends support each other through it all and rely on God to bring them through to the other side.

The big question is, will the girls learn what leaning on God for everything really means?

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