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MAX MAGEEBy Railin Morgan
Illustrated by Carol Timmers (May 6, 2020) “Play for me, young Max Magee, Just one before you go . . .” In this touching, melodic book, a mother reminisces on her son’s life as a pianist. As a child, he practices before running out to play, and as he ages, he inherits his father’s grand piano. As a young man, his devotion to music grows, and he eventually becomes a concert pianist. Although adored by his audience, Max Magee knows his most cherished fan remains his mother, and through his music he is able to express his love for her. Max Magee offers the poignant experience of a mother’s love: encouraging, celebrating, and, ultimately, letting go. |
Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars My grandson loves this book.
A beautiful book to read and look at with my grandson. When I'm not there he can listen to Dinah Christie read the book to him and learn to read the words with her. Thanks Railin Morgan...........a real gift for children, parents and grandparents everywhere.
- Amazon Customer
A beautiful book - thoughtfully written and beautifully illustrated. Kids will love it!
- Karla Warkentin
...Railin Morgan has created something so lovely and unique! How many of us have seen those little legs and feet swinging from the piano seat and listened to our own children advance through practicing the piano!...
- Laurie Nak
Artwork, music, narration, and writing all done by individual efforts of talented contributors. This, in combination with an author that is not afraid to put her emotions on a page results in this piece of art.
More than just a story, it's for encouraging young kids into music. I recommend adding this to your collection.
- Jennifer M J
A beautiful book to read and look at with my grandson. When I'm not there he can listen to Dinah Christie read the book to him and learn to read the words with her. Thanks Railin Morgan...........a real gift for children, parents and grandparents everywhere.
- Amazon Customer
A beautiful book - thoughtfully written and beautifully illustrated. Kids will love it!
- Karla Warkentin
...Railin Morgan has created something so lovely and unique! How many of us have seen those little legs and feet swinging from the piano seat and listened to our own children advance through practicing the piano!...
- Laurie Nak
Artwork, music, narration, and writing all done by individual efforts of talented contributors. This, in combination with an author that is not afraid to put her emotions on a page results in this piece of art.
More than just a story, it's for encouraging young kids into music. I recommend adding this to your collection.
- Jennifer M J
Download the Free Audiobook!
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Accompanied by Carol Timmers’ vibrant oil paintings and narrated by the celebrated Canadian performer Dinah Christie, Max Magee features music written and performed by Andrew Burgess, produced and recorded by Justin Burgess.
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Dinah Christie in the studio recording Max Magee.
 Caleb playing Papa's grand piano
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Dinah Christie, Canadian actor and singer.
 Railin Morgan with Joshua
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You can buy your copy of Max Magee direct from the producer, FriesenPress, or from most major online retailers.
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For paperback and hardcover
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For Ebook
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Coming soon to Chapters.Indigo.ca
About the Author
RAILIN MORGAN
Railin Morgan’s childhood was filled with piano music, as her parents owned a piano tuning and repair shop. The memory of her great-Uncle Max Magee inspired the main character of this book, and her experience as a mother provided emotional resonance. She is the mother of two grown sons, and lives on an acreage in rural Manitoba with her husband and their dogs, Sophie and Chilli.
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