Welcome to Mark Morgan Books—home of heartfelt children’s stories, playful adventures, and family-friendly fun.
Mark Morgan is a children’s book author and illustrator creating rhyming picture books about courage, friendship, and small-town life. From soda cans and scared seeds to fuzzy spiders, camp dogs, dinosaurs, and musical grandpas, his stories help kids ages 3–8 laugh, feel brave, and grow—while giving parents and teachers meaningful moments to share.
✔️ Rhyming stories kids love
✔️ Colorful illustrations
✔️ Free coloring book downloads
✔️ Perfect for ages 3–8
✔️ Great for parents, teachers & classrooms
About the Author
Hi, I'm Mark Morgan — children's book author, dreamer, and proud storyteller.
I write fun, heartfelt rhyming stories for kids, like Rusty the Can and Petal the Seed Who Feared to Sprout. My goal is to make kids laugh, think, and grow with every page.
When I’m not writing, I’m dreaming up new adventures, creating coloring pages and recipes for families to enjoy, and turning my stories into songs. I believe storytelling changes lives — one rhyme at a time.
Thanks for visiting my site — I hope you’ll come back often and explore everything I’m building here at Mark Morgan Books!
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Rusty the Can
A fun rhyming story about a soda can who gets recycled and finds a new purpose.
Teaches kids about resilience, recycling, and second chances.
Grandpa's Guitar
This rhyming picture book is close to my heart. It tells the story of a young boy who discovers his grandpa’s broken guitar — and together they bring it back to life. Along the way, they rediscover the magic of music, family, and the love that ties generations together.
With bright, full-color illustrations and lyrical rhymes, Grandpa’s Guitar is a book designed to be read, shared, and treasured. Perfect for:
✔️ Kids ages 4–8 who love music and stories that sing
✔️ Parents & grandparents who want to share meaningful storytime moments
✔️ Teachers looking for a classroom read-aloud that sparks conversation
✔️ Anyone who believes in the power of love, legacy, and creativity
💛 Why You’ll Love This Book
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A heartwarming message about family and heritage
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Fun, rhyming text that’s perfect for reading aloud
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Stunning illustrations that bring the music to life
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A story that reminds us of the importance of passing traditions down
Petal the Seed
A gentle rhyming story about courage, growth, and blooming at your own pace.
Petal is a little seed who’s scared of the unknown. She hides underground while the other flowers stretch toward the sun. But with a little sunshine, a lot of curiosity, and kind encouragement from above, Petal finds the courage to sprout.
This sweet picture book helps children understand that it's okay to be afraid — and that beautiful things happen when we face our fears and grow.
Dinosaur Near Camp Cooper
When Cooper goes to camp for the first time, his tail stops wagging.
The nights feel quiet, the woods feel big, and home feels very far away.
Just when Cooper thinks camp might be too scary, he meets Bo — a small, chubby dinosaur with big eyes, a kind heart, and worries of his own.
Together, Cooper and Bo explore campfires, fireflies, and friendship, discovering that even the newest places can feel safe when you’re not alone.
Dinosaur Near Camp Cooper is a heartwarming, rhyming picture book about homesickness, courage, and the power of friendship. With bright, engaging illustrations and a gentle bedtime tone, this story is perfect for young readers who are learning to try new things.
✨ Ideal for ages 3–7
✨ Great for bedtime reading
✨ Encourages bravery, kindness, and friendship
✨ Written and illustrated
by Mark Morgan
The Web We
Weave
A fuzzy, funny, feel-good story that spins a lesson in honesty and heart.
Meet Webster and Winnie, two adorable spider siblings who never quite agree on how to build the perfect web! But when fibs start flying and teamwork unravels, can they learn to come together before their home falls apart?
Bursting with bold, colorful illustrations and clever rhymes, The Web We Weave is a charming story that teaches kids about telling the truth, working as a team, and the beauty of being yourself.
Perfect for bedtime laughs and classroom read-alouds, this story is a sticky-sweet reminder that even the smallest creatures can make something truly great—together.
🕷️ For ages 3-8
🕷️ Great for fans of The Very Busy Spider and The Bad Seed
🕷️ A must-have for growing hearts and little hands
Mark Morgan writes rhyming stories that help kids grow up kind, curious, and confident — because your imagination can take you anywhere.
Why I Write Rhyming Picture Books for Kids
Hi there — and welcome to my brand-new website!
I’m Mark Morgan, a children’s book author who believes a simple rhyme can plant a big idea. I started writing rhyming picture books because I wanted to tell stories that help kids grow up kind, curious, and confident.
My books — like Rusty the Can and Petal the Seed Who Feared to Sprout — are full of colorful characters, gentle life lessons, and just enough silliness to make a child giggle. Whether it’s a rusty can getting recycled or a nervous seed learning to bloom, each story is built to help kids see the beauty in second chances, bravery, and being themselves.
As this blog grows, I’ll be sharing more:
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Free coloring pages and fun activities 🎨
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Easy kid-friendly recipes 🍪
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Behind-the-scenes peeks at upcoming books 📚
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Maybe even a few songs one day 🎶 (yes, we’re dreaming big!)
Thank you for stopping by. I hope my stories bring joy to your home — and I’d be honored if you shared them with someone you love.
Let’s grow something beautiful together.
– Mark