Yearly Archives: 2024

MMGM for February 19, 2024

  At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of MAX in the HOUSE of SPIES by Adam Gidwitz. Rosi Hollinbeck reviews DANCING IN THE STORM. Also included are three links of interest for her writing friends. Mark Baker … Continue reading

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Max in the House of Spies

I am a big fan of historical fiction. My enthusiasm is often not shared by the 7-13 year old age group. Max in the House of Spies just might sway them over to my side. 11-year-old Max Bretzfeld lives in … Continue reading

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THE RECKONING

Young Lamar is in middle school and can’t wait to start making movies like his idol, Spike Lee. Grandpa has even gifted him a camcorder that will create something special much better than phones. Spending time with Gramps is great … Continue reading

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MMGM for February 12, 2024

  At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of HUMMINGBIRD SEASON by Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic. Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles returns with a guest post by author Sherry Ellis and a blog-tour giveaway of Bubba and Squirt’s City … Continue reading

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HUMMINGBIRD SEASON

COVID. March, 2020. It hit fast and hard. None of us were prepared for what was about to unfold. Teachers and parents often struggled providing support for children during this difficult time when we were locked in and shut out … Continue reading

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THE PRINCESS PROTECTION PROGRAM

I didn’t expect to like a book about princesses. Boy, was I wrong. THE PRINCESS PROTECTION PROGRAM has plenty of laughs thanks to the dialog between the cast of interesting characters. Surprising twists and turns kept me reading right to the … Continue reading

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MMGM for February 5, 2024

  1. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of Shark Teeth by Sherri Winston. 2. Linda Browne returns with her Bookcase Bizzarro, MG/YA book reviews and author news for January, 2024.  3. Susan Uhlig enjoyed SIERRA BLUE by … Continue reading

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SHARK TEETH

Family. It’s the most important component growing up. Sharkita “Kita” Hayes has a family: A mom, along with a younger brother and sister. But this family is broken. SHARK TEETH is a compelling and often heart breaking journey relayed through … Continue reading

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OUR STORY BOOK SERIES

This new series gives fascinating insights into individuals who have done great things with their lives. What makes them unique is the names are probably ones you never heard of before. North African Fatima Al-Fihri founded the University of Al-Qarawiyyin … Continue reading

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MMGM for JANUARY 29, 2024

1. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of IN SEARCH OF SUPERPOWERS by Briana Lawrence. 2. Brenda @ Log Cabin Library is back with us again, reviewing Mansa Musa: The Richest Man in History from Our Story … Continue reading

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