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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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MMGM for November 13, 2023
This week brings a cornucopia of Middle Grade Reviews and Features. Click on each to see a blogger’s POST. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of CHILDREN OF THE PHOENIX. Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles has an … Continue reading
CHILDREN OF THE PHOENIX
A parent recently asked me a question that I’d heard before: “My child is a visual thinker. They only read graphic novels as the images keep them focused. Any suggestions for a more prose based novel that might help broaden … Continue reading
SNOOPY TOUCHDOWN!
This collection of classic cartoons will please both those familiar with the Snoopy gang and young readers new to the comic strip. Football is just one of the sports covered as Snoopy is more than just a gridiron superstar. You … Continue reading
MMGM for November 6, 2023
You gained an hour this past weekend, so now you have extra time to view our compilation of middle grade reviews and features. Click on each clock to get started. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of … Continue reading
WAND
There’s nothing new about a plot with wishes. Plenty of books use this familiar strategy to entice readers. The difficult part is making it unique and engaging. WAND has accomplished that feat with a story full of surprising twists and … Continue reading
THE GREAT WEATHER DIVINER
Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his burrow each year on February 2nd. As legend goes, if he sees his shadow then get ready for 6 more weeks of winter. Most of us have heard of about this famous groundhog, but now … Continue reading
MMGM for October 30, 2023
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! CLICK ON THE YOUNG WITCHES AND BE WHISKED AWAY TO AN MG REVIEW OR FEATURE. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review for the blog tour stop of THE NIGHT RAVEN by Johan Rundberg. Sue Heavenrich … Continue reading
THE NIGHT RAVEN
ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is today’s stop for THE NIGHT RAVEN blog tour! Originally published in Sweden, the tale has been translated into English and is the perfect murder mystery for upper middle grade readers. Here’s the book jacket lead-in: … Continue reading
MAGICAL HISTORY TOUR: Marie Curie-A life in Science
The Magic History Tour’s newest graphic volume is a fascinating look at the life of Marie Curie. Led by modern day kids, Annie and Nico, readers are taken on journey looking at the important events in this scientist’s career. The … Continue reading
MMGM for OCTOBER 23, 2023
Your books shelves looking empty? Click on to reach a blogger’s middle grade review or feature. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of HIDDEN TRUTHS by Elly Swartz. Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles has an interview with … Continue reading
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