Tag Archives: Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

HOMER ON THE CASE

Homing pigeon Homer and his parrot friend Lulu learn something is afoul when they witness four-legged criminals stealing valuables from both the animal and human communities. Using the sleuthing techniques he’s gathered from his favorite mystery comics, Homer and Lulu … Continue reading

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MMGM for March 29, 2021

                   Click on a to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m  reviewing UNPLUGGED by Gordon Korman. Jenni Enzor gives us the scoop on Echo Island by Jared Wilson, a book not for everyone, … Continue reading

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UNPLUGGED

Gordon Korman’s newest middle grade adventure has 27 chapters with six different narrators. Multiple viewpoints to the max. It’s a tough task for any author, but this unique plot and setting pulls it all together. Set in a retreat known … Continue reading

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MMGM for March 22, 2021

                   Click on a flower pot to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m  reviewing a unique story: BLOOM by Nicola Skinner. June McCrary Jacobs at Reading, Writing, & Stitch-Metic has a S.T.E.A.M. gardening … Continue reading

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BLOOM

This import from England is perfect for those looking for something different. A strange malady has hit the town of Little Cherrybliss. Readers are warned they’re already infected just by opening the pages. I pushed on to find out what … Continue reading

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MMGM for March 15, 2021

                               Click on a lucky owl to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m  reviewing THE SMARTEST KID IN THE UNIVERSE by Chris Grabenstein. Natalie Aguirre at Literary … Continue reading

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THE SMARTEST KID IN THE UNIVERSE

THE OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS: 12 year old Jake’s middle school is about to be shut down. Jake and his friends know their school’s worth saving-if they could only figure out how! When Jake spies a bowl of jellybeans at the hotel … Continue reading

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MMGM for March 8, 2021

                   Click on a book to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m  reviewing THE GIRL WHO STOLE AN ELEPHANT by Nizrana Farook. Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles is interviewing Donna Galanti. Included is … Continue reading

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THE GIRL WHO STOLE AN ELEPHANT

Chaya, a nobleman’s rebellious, outspoken, no-nonsense daughter, just can’t resist the shiny temptations the king’s palace has to offer. But playing Robin Hood for her impoverished community doesn’t come without risks, and when Chaya steals the queen’s jewels from a … Continue reading

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MMGM for March 1, 2021

                  March 1st is not only full of great MMGM reviews, but it’s also National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day! Click on a jar to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m  reviewing  INTO THE … Continue reading

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