Category Archives: Middle Grade News

THE GREAT FOREST Cover Reveal

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

I’m excited to share the cover for a new book by one of our MMGM contributors: Valinora Troy! Before the big reveal takes place, here’s some information about the book: “Everything here hates you. The trees long to consume you, … Continue reading →

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1,000 Facts About Space Blog Tour

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Welcome to the 1,000 Facts About Space Blog Tour & Giveaway! Get ready to blast off on an illuminating journey to the farthest reaches of the universe as we celebrate the release of 1,000 Facts About Space (National Geographic Kids Books, … Continue reading →

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THE ULTIMATE BOOK OF AFRICAN ANIMALS Blog Tour

Posted on September 15, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Welcome to the Ultimate Book of African Animals Blog Tour! Looking to get away? Spend the week on a virtual safari with Emmy Award-Winning Filmmakers Beverly and Dereck Joubert as your guides! Featuring exclusive excerpts from their latest title, Ultimate … Continue reading →

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ODDS and ENDS for a new month

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Greg Pattridge

Happy October! Many things are going on this month that may have gotten buried in your inbox or desktop. Let me unclutter them for you. Nominations open today and close in just two weeks on October 15th. If you are … Continue reading →

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MIDDLE GRADE IN THE NEWS: July 3, 2020

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Greg Pattridge

Are you looking for a site where you can view all your favorite blog posts in one location? Feedspot does that and much more. I get  daily emails from them with the current lineup of blog posts in children’s literature. … Continue reading →

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An ALWAYS in the MIDDLE Celebration

Posted on May 24, 2020 by Greg Pattridge

Earlier this month I published my 1,000th post! It’s been 8 years, over 600 reviews and I’ve made connections to  the most wonderful group of bloggers, authors, and middle graders. I am truly blessed to have such a platform. A … Continue reading →

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MIDDLE GRADE IN THE NEWS: MARCH 12, 2020

Posted on March 12, 2020 by Greg Pattridge

Enjoy these recent articles with a middle grade focus: A brief but interesting discussion about parents being the watch dogs for objectionable books for children from WORLD MAGAZINE. Any other writers/educators out there? Here are 7 best selling authors who … Continue reading →

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MIDDLE GRADE: IN THE NEWS 1/10/2020

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Greg Pattridge

I’ve been making my list and checking it twice—not for that past holiday, but for what I have on the radar for books to read and review this year. Here are a few lists that helped me create my 2020 … Continue reading →

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AN MMGM THANK YOU!

Posted on December 29, 2019 by Greg Pattridge

I’m wrapping up my second year as your Marvelous Middle Grade Monday host. It would be impossible to carry on this tradition, born out of the wishes of author Shannon Messenger, without the support of those who participated in 2019. … Continue reading →

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Middle Grade in the News—10-30-19

Posted on October 30, 2019 by Greg Pattridge

Below are a few articles and features I’ve enjoyed recently with a middle grade theme: Publisher’s Weekly is first out of the gate with their 2019 BEST BOOKS FOR MIDDLE GRADE . BRIGHTLY has BANNED AND CHALLENGED BOOKS EVERY TWEEN … Continue reading →

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