Category Archives: Reviews

EPIC ZERO for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

If you have someone in your household or school in the 8-14 age group, you may be familiar with the Nickelodeon comedy called The Thundermans. It’s about a family of action heroes – two parents and five children who each … Continue reading

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THE THIEF OF ALWAYS for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Clive Barker. You may have heard his name from the many fantasy/horror books and movies for adults he’s either directed, produced, or written. I’m referring to titles like Hellraiser and Books of Blood. My first reaction when picking up this … Continue reading

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ALWAYS OCTOBER for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

The winner of the SCARY SCHOOL series by Derek the Ghost is…  Marilyn Metz. She lives in the deep south with her family and is positive her 10 year old will adore this series. Congratulations!     A celebration of … Continue reading

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SCARY SCHOOL SERIES for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

This month’s second recommended spooky read isn’t all that spooky, but it is hilarious times four. Yes, this series just had the release of the fourth book, ZILLIONS OF ZOMBIES. I’ve got a review of all four books and if … Continue reading

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MOTHMAN’S CURSE for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Before we begin this spooky month of reviews, I need to announce last week’s winner of CURIOSITY HOUSE: THE SHRUNKEN HEAD. It’s none other than Michael Gettel Gilmartin. Congratulations. You can find Michael on his own blog, THE MIDDLE GRADE … Continue reading

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CURIOSITY HOUSE: THE SHRUNKEN HEAD for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

The first book in this planned series is set to debut tomorrow, and I’m thrilled to give you a preview of what to expect. First off, if you have no idea what a dime museum is, I didn’t either. Dime … Continue reading

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Middle Grade News

It’s been a busy month for me as I finish up final edits on four manuscripts. I won’t go into the messy details that got me into this way of writing because I have other news to share. The annual … Continue reading

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MYSTERIES OF COVE: FIRES OF INVENTION for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

I’ve come across a few kids, mostly boys, who will read nothing but non-fiction. They have a passion for finding out how things work and are constantly ‘fiddling’ around with whatever object is close by. Maybe this first book in … Continue reading

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THE BRAIN SUCKER for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

First off I have the winner of last week’s copy of CONFESSIONS OF AN IMAGINARY FRIEND. Congratulations to  BIBI BELFORD.  She is the MG author of the touching and enjoyable CANNED AND CRUSHED. I’ll get that out to you this … Continue reading

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CONFESSIONS OF AN IMAGINARY FRIEND for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

I have my own confession to make. When I was a young boy growing up in a house full of girls, I had an imaginary friend. His name was The Invisible Man. Not the most creative name, but he served … Continue reading

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