The Betsy - Tacy series started in 1938 after Lovelace told stories about her childhood to her own daughter Merian .
Lovelace is best known for her books for children .
The Betsy - Tacy series started in 1938 after Lovelace told stories about Lovelace 's childhood to her own daughter Merian .
Lovelace is best known for her books for children .