“Kate Shelley and the Midnight Express” by Margaret K. Wetterer is a trade paperback book published by Lerner Publishing Group in 1990. Part of the “On My Own History Ser.” series, this juvenile nonfiction book delves into the history of transportation, specifically focusing on railroads and trains. With illustrations by Karen Ritz, the book offers a engaging and educational read for young readers, exploring topics such as state and local history, science and nature, and biography & autobiography. At 48 pages long, this book provides a captivating narrative that will surely engage and entertain young readers.