Category Archives: Reading

#MG READATHON

Posted on July 8, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

One week from today begins MRS. YINGLING’S version of a fun way to read a lot of books. The MG Readathon is a challenge to read as many books as you can in 48 hours. All the details are here. … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Author L.G. Reed

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Greg Pattridge

I’ll be posting a review tomorrow of L.G. Reed’s new middle grade book, THE SCIENCE OF DEFYING GRAVITY. Today she is taking my place at ALWAYS in the MIDDLE with her insights on FAVORITE MIDDLE GRADE BOOKS. Take it away, … Continue reading →

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The Battle with Non-Readers

Posted on May 1, 2019 by Greg Pattridge

When I first started this blog back in 2012, I featured a combination of writing tips, reviews, and reflections on my own writing. I also touched upon the needs of middle grade readers. Seven years later reviews have overtaken the … Continue reading →

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New cover reveals for The Lightning Road series by Donna Galanti!

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

I previously reviewed Donna Galanti’s The Lightning Road series: JOSHUA AND THE LIGHTNING ROAD and JOSHUA AND THE ARROW REALM—both fantastic adventures. Today I’m thrilled to give you a look at these awesome new cover reveals! Plus enter to win … Continue reading →

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The Nurturing of Middle Grade Books

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

A pile of MG books is nearby, waiting for me to read. The mini-tower sometimes reaches two feet, although now it’s down to about four books. Each one is a promise for a review and I’ll do exactly that before … 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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BLOG TOUR STOP for Tommy Greenwald’s THE REAL US

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

Seeing the name TOMMY GREENWALD always brings a smile to my face. Yes, I love his books—reviewed three of them on my blog—but what really causes my grin is what happened in the Fall of 2011. I’d read CHARLIE JOE … Continue reading →

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Favorite Middle Grade Reading Moments 2016 & a Giveaway

Posted on January 6, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

The end of 2016 went by so fast I didn’t have time to post my GOLDEN CUP AWARDS. It’s not a list of favorite books, but instead recognition for my most memorable middle grade reading moments of 2016 and a … Continue reading →

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My Favorites so far…

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

(Just four days remain until my big Anniversary Celebration. Come back on Monday, August 22nd for all the fun details.) Today’s post is also about the future. It’s time to gear up for another year of school, cooler temperatures, and … Continue reading →

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THE THREE FACES OF MG READERS

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

The range of MG books this or any year is immense. You’ll find literary masterpieces right next to silly bare thin plots. Both are needed. Book publishers do a good job of making sure their title list contains books for … Continue reading →

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