Category Archives: New Release

THE GIRL WITH MORE THAN ONE HEART

Posted on August 5, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

The loss of a parent at any age is traumatic. But when you’ve always been Dad’s little girl, it is especially tough for 13-year-old Briana. Her dad passed away suddenly from a rare heart condition. She lost both a father … Continue reading →

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LITTLE ORANGE HONEY HOOD

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

A Carolina folktale comes to life in this story that is part Brother’s Grimm and part Little Red Riding Hood. Never trust an alligator as young Blossom journeys through the river swampland. Her goal is to deliver mosquito-fever medicine to … Continue reading →

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DRAGON RIDER—The Griffin’s Feather

Posted on July 29, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

Last month I reviewed the first DRAGON RIDER book. This second installment took more than a decade to arrive and what I found reflecting back on both books is a passionate love of animals, the good in people, and the … Continue reading →

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AL CAPONE THROWS ME A CURVE

Posted on June 24, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

IT’S ANOTHER MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY! Moose Flanagan is back and his fans are cheering. Moose first showed up in Al CAPONE DOES MY SHIRTS (2004), then AL CAPONE SHINES MY SHOES (2009), and finally AL CAPONE DOES MY HOMEWORK … Continue reading →

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THE TRUTH AS TOLD BY MASON BUTTLE

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

WELCOME TO MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY! I’m tired of bullies. Both in real life and in fiction. I was about to pass on this story until I saw the author’s name—Leslie Connor. Her special way of creating an endearing character … Continue reading →

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THE MARVELOUS ADVENTURES OF GWENDOLYN GRAY

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

WELCOME TO MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY! Book covers are there to convince you to read a story. A great cover can also provide visual hints to the plot. This new fantasy tale (Due out this week) succeeds on both counts … Continue reading →

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WHATSHISFACE by Gordon Korman

Posted on May 6, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

IT’S ANOTHER MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY! Be sure to also check back this Thursday for  my interview with Kathi Appelt and the tenth anniversary of her Newbery Honor book, THE UNDERNEATH. A huge giveaway, too!) But first enjoy today’s review: … Continue reading →

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OUR NATION’S DOCUMENTS

Posted on May 4, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

New this month from the timely folks at TIME FOR KIDS is a look at the words that have shaped our country. With politics in the news every minute of the day, children are taking an increased interest in the … Continue reading →

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MICKEY MALLOY WONDER BOY!

Posted on April 1, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

WELCOME TO MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY! When author Laurisa White Reyes asked me to review her newest book, MICKEY MALLOY WONDER BOY!, I jumped at the chance. I knew Laura as the moderator of Middle Grade Mania and also as … Continue reading →

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KIDS AND PLEASURE READING

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

Are you frustrated with the lack of pleasure reading your tweens or teens are doing? Parents and teachers have all heard the excuses: I have too much homework. I’d rather play sports. There aren’t any books I like. I’ll just … Continue reading →

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