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It’s easy to get a spot in the lineup. Email me the title of the book or feature for any middle grade book, author or giveaway, and a link to your blog. Send it to: gpcolo[at]gmail[dot]com Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately–and don’t forget to say what you’re featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening (11 PM Eastern Time) in order to be included in the list of links for that week’s MMGM. *Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
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ROXIE IN COLOR
Twelve-year-old Roxie is at a new school for 7th grade. She is a gifted artist and lives with her blind parents, guide dog, Nash, and a younger brother. She wants to keep her parents’ blindness a secret. Revealing it at … Continue reading
THE ORION SESSIONS – BEST FRIENDS
Orion loves to sing. Unfortunately, 7th grade and being 13 brings more challenges. The worst are a mean group of girls at school who always try to make her look bad, She still has a passion for singing, but for … Continue reading
PERSPECTIVE
Jennifer Bohnhoff has written many historical novels for middle grade and YA. Time periods range from the Civil War to World War II along with a more recent story about a devastating wildlife fire in the American West. I chose … Continue reading
WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT DIVORCE
A tough issue that effects many families and others in their lives. This book speaks to an often hard to talk about topic through an engaging format geared toward young tweena and teens. Accompanied by diverse cartoon style illustrations, the … Continue reading
Princess Academy: The Graphic Novel
The original Princess Academy story hit the shelves for the first time over 20 year ago. The novel became an instant favorite for many and won a Newberry honor award. The story is set in a mountain town, a place … Continue reading
CITY SPIES EUROPA
The first book in tie CITY SPIES series hit the shelves for the first time in 2021. The popularity of this unique story brought five sequels: GOLDEN GATE FORBIDDEN CITY CITY OF THE DEAD MISSION MANHATTAN LONDON CALLING Now in … Continue reading
THE AFTERMYTH
If you are looking for a engaging fantasy that blends Greek Mythology, new friendships, magical mystery, and characters you won’t forget, look no further than The Aftermyth. Also–you should love long books. At 448 pages it is not a quick … Continue reading
VOTE FOR THE G.O.A.T.
I had this upper middle grade book on my list to review from last Summer, but couldn’t get to it until the new year arrived. It was worth the wait. Here’s what to expect: Sporty Meg and fashionista Jo don’t … Continue reading
LOVE WARS: CLASH OF THE PARENTS, A TRUE DIVORCE STORY
Children should never be in the middle of a vicious battle between parents during a messy divorce. Unfortunately it happens too often. The author writes of his own heartache and struggles inside a family where love is no more. Fourteen … Continue reading
THE PICASSO CURSE
Dan Gutman’s latest middle grade novel is a unique one. It’s not your typical beginning, middle, and end story. The plot begins with 12-year-old Edwin Hodge’s first person narration. He’s at a flea market with his parents when he spots … Continue reading
Always in the Middle... 