Category Archives: MG Fantasy

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

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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

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MISGUIDED

This one came recommended to me not through the publisher or a publicist, but from an almost 13-year-old who had just finished a Kindle version of the book. The tale is set in a fictional town of Braxton, a tourist … Continue reading

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CLARITY OF SIGHT

CLARITY OF SIGHT, the second book in the Magic Shoe Series, is out this week. I previously enjoyed the first story a few years back but never had room in my schedule for a featured review. To catch you up … Continue reading

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BATU AND THE SEARCH FOR THE GOLDEN CUP

An impressive cover introduces readers to an adventure like none other. As a part of Blue Slip Media’s tour for this new title, ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is your host for today’s stop. THE PLOT A warrior’s power lies not … Continue reading

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THE GREAT TEXAS DRAGON RACE

Texas has dragons? They sure do in this this exciting tale with 13-year-old Cassidy Drake and her dragon, Ranga in the middle of it all. Cassidy plan is to save their family’s dragon ranch. The huge energy company, FireCorp, is … Continue reading

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Kelcie Murphy and the Hunt for the Heart of Danu

It’s hard having a father who’s an infamous traitor. It’s even harder having a mother who’s an omen of doom. After a summer away, Kelcie Murphy is excited to be back at the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts. But she … Continue reading

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THE HUNT FOR THE HOLLOWER

A fantasy adventure with suspense and danger, one that will surely please fans of a magical world setting. At nearly 400 pages, new MG readers may not be ready for a novel of this depth. For others, be prepared for … Continue reading

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ELLIE ENGLE SAVES HERSELF!

Ellie Engle doesn’t stand out. Not at home, where she’s alone with her pet fish since her dad moved away and her mom has to work around the clock . Not at the bakery, where she helps out old Mr. … Continue reading

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SERAFINA AND THE BLACK CLOAK (The Graphic Novel)

Eight years have passed since Serafina and the Black Cloak arrived on the bookshelves. The engaging plot centers around a young girl living in the basement of the Biltmore Mansion in Asheville, N C. The wealthy Vanderbilt’s who live there … Continue reading

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