Category Archives: Contests

AN MMGM 2nd Anniversary Celebration

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Greg Pattridge

A few notes before the celebration begins… 1) The winner of Carter Roy’s two book BLOOD GUARD series is  CINDY TRAN. You can check her review blog out at Cindy Reads A Lot.  Congratulations! I’ll get those out to you … Continue reading →

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Happy International Childeren’s Book Day 2015

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Greg Pattridge

This yearly celebration coincides with Hans Christian Andersen’s birthday. Each year a different country is given hosting honors which allows them to choose the theme and have a guest author post his or her thoughts. This year United Arab Emeirtus … Continue reading →

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CYBILS AWARDS ANNOUNCED!!

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Greg Pattridge

Yes, the entire list is here, from book apps and picture books through YA and non-fiction. It’s an impressive collection of literature. What’s even more exciting is the book ALWAYS in the MIDDLE nominated for the MG Fiction Award has … Continue reading →

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Favorite Middle Grade Reads 2014

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Greg Pattridge

I’m all filled up. Not from holiday dining but from reading a total of 68 MG books this year! What better time than now to celebrate my favorites for 2014. Yes, it’s the second annual Always in the Middle GOLDEN … Continue reading →

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A Year of Marvelous Middle Grade Monday! Are You Kidding?

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Greg Pattridge

Fifty-two reviews in one year. It’s been a fun ride and one that will continue. This week though it’s time to celebrate with my first ever monster-size giveaway. But first a look back at the titles… IDA B DEAD END … Continue reading →

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The Most Important Slush Pile of All

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Greg Pattridge

I taught creative writing (among other things) to 11-12 year old students for 20 years. I’d go home weekends with a pile of stories to read. The range of abilities was tremendous. Most could put a 1-3 page story together, … Continue reading →

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