Author Archives: Greg Pattridge

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About Greg Pattridge

Climbing another mountain...always striving to reach the next peak in my life and career.

THE PAPER COWBOY for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

This novel has been on my pile of books to read for a long time. It got there like many often do with recommendations from other MMGM regulars. I added THE PAPER COWBOY to my list after seeing Rosi’s shout … Continue reading →

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SCHOOL OF CHARM for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

I doubt I could talk any middle grade boys into picking this one up, but I finally did myself to discover a charming book set in 1977. Yes, especially for any male out there, you really can’t judge a book … Continue reading →

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TIME SQUARE – UFO for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday EXTRA

I’ve once again gotten way ahead on reviews so I’m throwing in an occasional midweek bonus. Earlier this  year I reviewed the first book in this series TIME SQUARE- THE SHIFT. It’s the set-up for this second book as four … Continue reading →

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DIEGO’S DRAGON: DRAGONS OF THE DARK RIFT for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Last year I enjoyed the first DIEGO’S DRAGON novel (SPIRITS OF THE SUN). If you somehow missed that first book and delve right into this one, fear not, you won’t be lost. Author, Kevin Gerard, does a nice job of … Continue reading →

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THE GIRL IN THE TORCH for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

What a perfect time with Independence Day on Saturday to present this new novel by Robert Sharenow. If you’re a YA reader his name may sound familiar from his two historical novels, MY MOTHER THE CHEERLEADER and THE BERLIN BOXING … Continue reading →

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The Path to Publishing: Become Famous First

There are a growing number of actors, talk show hosts, and anyone else who has had more than the standard 15 minutes of fame showing up as authors on the children’s bookshelf. I would guess their path is a lot … Continue reading →

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HALF A WORLD AWAY for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

I enjoy MG books where there is a definite arc in the growth and change for a character. HALF A WORLD AWAY not only has that, but you will most likely find a change in yourself. Jaden is not a … Continue reading →

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THE LEFT BEHINDS for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Or rather – THE LEFT BEHINDS: THE iPHONE THAT SAVED GEORGE WASHINGTON. Quite the title for this time travel adventure. It’s a great way for young and old to discover details about the Revolutionary War, and George’s successful crossing of … Continue reading →

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THE TURTLE OF OMAN for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Muscat, Oman is an unusual setting for an MG book. A bustling city of 3.6 million, its situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea. The country of Oman borders United Arab Emirates (Dubai), Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. THE TURTLE … Continue reading →

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Critiquing Critique Groups

I’ve been a part of a 4-person critique group for several years. We meet once a month and react to one of our manuscripts. The feedback is always positive but also honest with pointed advice as to what would improve … Continue reading →

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