Here’s another fantastic addition to the Rebel Girls line-up of inspiring stories.

In Dear Rebel, readers take in the advice of 145 women who motivate girls age 8 and up with letters, poems, and essays. Each provide that often much needed push to dream big.

Words from each impressive individual are accompanied by photos and colorful backgrounds. The choice as to how you tackle this book is up to the individual reader. I went the traditional route reading each story in the order presented. You can also choose your favorites and begin with those using the handy “Content” listing at the front of the book.

Memorable ones for me include best selling Indian-American writer and advertising executive Alka Joshi who proclaims “All it takes is one person to believe in you…” Then there is adventurer Sally Kettle who urges you to keep trying despite your doubts and worries. One more: I smiled at young Cassidy Crowley’s Tips and Secrets for Starting Your Own Business.

Success is usually preceded by struggle and having these stories close by ensure that girls will be empowered to reach their goals.

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It’s almost time for another Marvelous Middle Grade Monday. Won’t you join us? It’s here I share highlights from other individuals blogging about middle grade books. Many of the posts will have reviews, interviews, and tips on writing. Take a look at PAST MMGM POSTS.

It’s easy to get a spot in the lineup. All you have to do is email me the title of the book or feature and a link to your blog at gpcolo[at]gmail[dot]com

Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately–and don’t forget to say what you’re featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening (11 PM Eastern Time) in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday.

*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.