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It’s easy to get a spot in the lineup. Email me the title of the book or feature for any middle grade book, author or giveaway, and a link to your blog. Send it to: 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 that week’s MMGM. *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.
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PROJECT WOOFF
A contemporary fantasy perfect for new readers of middle grade. The text layout is easy to read and appealing illustrations appear frequently. The story is also a plus with two appealing characters in Alex and Lily. It’s not a dog … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday (OCTOBER 5, 2026)
••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is where you can find my review of THE BARBARY CHRONICLES by Bobbi Miller. ••Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles is participating in the Scaredy Cat Giveaway Hop with lots of middle grade choices. ••Carol Baldwin … Continue reading
THE BARBARY CHRONICLES
Set in 1870’s San Francisco, this time period was not easy on children with poverty and lack of family hard on everyone. Main character Jack London (the girl pictured front and center on the cover) is a tough 11-year-old who … Continue reading
DOUBLE FEATURE FRIDAY
Here are two very different books that will entertain and engage readers. First up is SOCCER TO THE MAX by Bibi Belford followed by the new graphic version of Kelly Yang’s popular novel, FRONT DESK. Sandburg has his summer all … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday (Sept. 28, 2026)
••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is where you can find my review of THE INVISIBLE THREAD by Sue Lamoree. ••Brenda at LOG CABIN LIBRARY reviews True Crime Files: Heist at the Museum! by Sam Subity. ••Susan Uhlig is a fan … Continue reading
THE INVISIBLE THREAD
The cover peaked my interest and had me guessing all sorts of possibilities where the plot might be going. A boy in a wheelchair and his dog staring into the forest. I never expected what unfolded in this memorable tale … Continue reading
The Adventures of He-Man and Porter #1
He-Man is not a new character but one that first appeared in 1981 as a Master’s of the Universe protagonist in He-Man and the Power Sword. In SKELETOR AT MY HOMEWORK, we meet Porter Avery a boy who lives in … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday (Sept. 21, 2026)
••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is where you can find my review of THE HUNGRY FOREST by Kaela Rivera. ••Susan Uhlig is in love with the historical novel A PLACE TO HANG THE MOON by Kate Albus. ••Carol Baldwin shares guest … Continue reading
THE HUNGRY FOREST
Full of scary scenes, THE HUNGRY FOREST will appeal to those who love a creepy good monster story. Ryan and Teddy lost their dad after he disappeared into the hungry forest, never to be seen again. He had warned them … Continue reading
JAZZY THE WITCH IN FRIEND FIASCO
Jazzy the Witch returns with a second story in this fun graphic series. Last year I featured Jazzy in BROOM DOOM where readers discovered she likes riding bikes more than brooms. In this story, Jazzy takes her love of cycling … Continue reading
