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Category Archives: Middle Grade Book Reviews
MIGHT AS WELL BE DEAD
First off, I’m not a big fan of the title. But this new sort of fantasy by “Twerp” author Mark Goldblatt nicely captures the emotions of 13-year-old David Salmon as his family is falling apart. Mom has left home and … Continue reading
WHAT ABOUT PHILOSOPHY
Kids of all ages always have questions. They usually begin with the word “What” or “Why”. This new title, first released in France, arrives in America thanks to Chronicle Books. Sixteen questions are asked and each gets a cartoon type … Continue reading
MMGM for May 1, 2023
It’s a new month! Click on a flower pot to read a fantastic MG review or feature. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of MIRROR TO MIRROR by Rajani LaRocca. You can also check out my review … Continue reading
MIRROR TO MIRROR
Alternating first-person narration finds a perfect match with twins Maya and Chaya. This novel in verse explores what it is like when inseparable twins begin to go their own ways. Here’s the official preview: Maya is the pragmatic twin, but … Continue reading
THE ADVENTURES OF THE FLASH GANG
I’m always on the lookout for exciting plots and endearing characters in books. It also helps if the setting and time period are captured beautifully without being over 300 pages long. THE ADVENTURES of the FLASH GANG is the winner … Continue reading
MMGM for April 24, 2023
Don’t let this month slip away before enjoying some great middle grade reviews and features. Click on to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of ONCE THERE WAS by Kiyash Monsef. You can … Continue reading
ADVENTURE KINGDOM: A KNIGHT OF THE REALM
The popularity of graphic novels is growing by leaps and bounds. Young readers can’t get enough of this colorful story telling approach. The second book in the Adventure Kingdom series, A Knight of the Realm, is another fun and exciting … Continue reading
MMGM for April 17, 2023
The stars have aligned for some great reviews and features. Click on to reach a blogger’s middle grade post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of THE BOY AND THE SPY by Felice Arena. You can also … Continue reading
THE BOY AND THE SPY
I know several middle grade kids who open a new book and will read just the first page before declaring “this is boring.” That won’t be a problem when I hand them the exciting and compelling THE BOY AND THE … Continue reading
DEAD ALLEY
More than 6 years has passed since I reviewed the opening book in this series, MOTLEY EDUCATION. The feeling I had when finishing that story was anxious anticipation for what would happen next for main characters, Ebony and Fleishman, and … Continue reading
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