Author • Storyteller • Creator of Nature-Inspired Books for All Ages
Stories, music, and a deep connection to the natural world
From Africa to Asia and beyond, Marguerite MacLean’s books explore courage, connection, and the deep wisdom of the natural world—engaging younger readers and offering meaningful reflection
and deeper insight for adult readers.
Marguerite MacLean is a British author of children’s animal books and wildlife stories, creating inspiring tales that connect young readers with nature, conservation, and the emotional lives of animals. Her books, including GustoSinga and the Animal Whisperer series, are designed for children aged 4–10 and encourage empathy, curiosity, and care for the natural world.
Children’s Books by Marguerite MacLean | Animal Whisperer Series
Discover children’s books and nature-inspired stories by Marguerite MacLean, including GustoSinga and the Animal Whisperer Travels series.
GustoSinga
for Young Explorers (Ages 4–8)
​A heart-warming and visually engaging story following a lion cub in Africa and a young tiger in Singapore, united through courage, friendship, and the wisdom of nature.
Created by educator Marguerite MacLean, this beautifully crafted book nurtures empathy, curiosity, and a love for animals and our planet—making it ideal for young readers, families, and classrooms.
Across the land, where wild hearts roam,
A lion and tiger find their home,
In whispers deep, the earth still speaks…
Also available: GustoSinga – A Story for All Ages
Animal Whisperer travels - Canada
A gentle and uplifting adventure set on Vancouver Island, where the Animal Whisperer helps rescue and protect wildlife, including a black bear cub, bald eagles, and marine animals.
Inspired by real landscapes and experiences, this story introduces children to conservation, respect for nature, and the importance of listening to the natural world.
Through forest deep and ocean wide,
Where eagle soars and bears abide,
A listening heart will always guide…
Animal Whisperer Travels - France
A charming and gently humorous adventure set in the French countryside, where the Animal Whisperer helps care for and understand a variety of animals, from farm creatures to garden wildlife.
Through warm storytelling and thoughtful encounters, children are introduced to kindness, responsibility, and respect for all living things—learning that even the smallest creatures have a voice worth hearing.
Inspired by real experiences of life in France and a love of its countryside and animals.
Be an animal Whisperer
Practical guide to understanding animals and nature
A clear and engaging guide that introduces readers to the art of understanding animal behaviour, communication, and emotional connection.
Written by educator and counsellor Marguerite MacLean, this practical manual helps readers of all ages develop empathy, observation skills, and a deeper awareness of animals and the natural world.
Blending real-life insight with gentle guidance, the book supports children, families, and educators in building respectful, intuitive relationships with animals—at home and in nature. Suitable for children, families, educators, and animal lovers of all ages.
GustoSinga
A powerful all-ages story of courage, connection, and the wisdom of nature—engaging for younger readers and deeply meaningful for adults. Suitable for independent reading, shared reading, and adult reflection.
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A story for all ages—where nature speaks, and we learn to listen.
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For readers of all ages—a journey into courage, connection, and the voice of nature.
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A timeless story that speaks to the child and the wisdom within us all.
Tortoise Love
A Gentle Story of Patience, Friendship, and Care
A delightful and heart-warming children’s story that follows the quiet journey of a tortoise, teaching the value of patience, kindness, and love.
Through playful storytelling and gentle humour, this engaging book encourages young readers to slow down, notice the world around them, and appreciate the importance of caring for others—both people and animals.
Perfect for early readers, families, and classrooms, Tortoise Love offers a calming and meaningful reading experience that supports emotional development and a connection with nature.
Slow and steady, soft and wise,
A gentle heart, with curious eyes,
In quiet steps, love softly grows…
Let the Tree Talk
A Collection of Wit, Wisdom, and Whispered Truths
A parade of eccentric characters whispering, shouting, and confessing beneath its boughs. The tree listens… and tells all.
With all the charm of a classic British farce and the dry wit of a well-aged whisky, Let the Tree Talk is a delightful collection of entirely fictitious conversations—overheard (and hilariously interpreted) by a cheeky, truth-loving tree.
From pompous old majors and hopeless romantics to flirtatious widows, drunken philosophers, misplaced fishing experts, and very questionable wine connoisseurs, each tale reveals the humour and absurdity of human nature.
But beneath the laughter lies something deeper. The tree understands what humans often forget—that nature observes, remembers, and quietly reflects the truths we try to hide.
I AM WITH YOU - A Gentle Companion for Reflection, Comfort, and Inner Peace
A deeply comforting and reflective book offering words of reassurance, presence, and quiet strength for those seeking calm in a busy and often uncertain world.
Through thoughtful passages and gentle insight, I AM WITH YOU invites readers to pause, breathe, and reconnect with a sense of inner peace, trust, and emotional clarity.
Written with warmth and sensitivity, this book serves as a companion for moments of reflection, healing, and personal growth—reminding readers that they are never alone, even in life’s most challenging times.
Suitable for adults, caregivers, and anyone seeking comfort, mindfulness, and emotional wellbeing.