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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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Tag Archives: Marvelous Middle Grade Monday
Phantom Academy
A story about a dead twelve-year-old boy. Unfortunately, Finn died after getting hit on the head by a stray coconut. Now he is a ghost and student at Phantom Academy. At first I couldn’t get over the sadness of a … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 8/11/2025
Enjoy all these great posts from our line-up this week: ••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of THE SONG OF ORPHAN’S GARDEN by Nicole M. Hewitt. ••Jenni Enzor has a double feature with The Star That Always Stays and … Continue reading
THE SONG OF ORPHAN’S GARDEN
A fantasy tale in verse that is both heartwarming and magical. I always prefer the traditional way of story telling, but this story is perfect in its’ lyrical format. On the cover are the giant boy, Brob, along with Lyriana … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 8/4/2025
Enjoy all these great posts from our line-up this week: ••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of THE MINOR MIRACLE and THE MINOR RESCUE by Meredith Davis. ••ET Charles has a review of The Neptune Challenge by Polly Holyoke. … Continue reading
THE MINOR MIRACLE and THE MINOR RESCUE
A fun exciting two-book series that has all the elements young readers enjoy: Endearing characters with Noah Minor and his two best friends Rodney and Haley, frequent illustrations providing a visual addition to the story, and a “can’t wait to … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 7/28/2025
Enjoy all these great posts from our line-up this week: ••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of BLOOD IN THE WATER by Tiffany D. Jackson. ••Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles has a guest post by Marzieh Abbas and … Continue reading
BLOOD IN THE WATER
Tiffany D. Jackson is the successful author of many YA titles and a few picture books. Now she has taken the leap into middle grade with BLOOD IN THE WATER, a story sure to please readers who enjoy a thrilling … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 7/21/2025
Enjoy all these great posts from our line-up this week: ••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of THE SCOTT FENWICK DIARIES by Kristin Nilsen. ••Susan Uhlig is pleased to share the powerful CHIRP by Kate Messner. ••Brenda … Continue reading
THE SCOTT FENWICK DIARIES
That first crush. Most of us remember the swirl of emotions when you can’t take your eyes off a classmate. You do silly things to get their attention and worry they won’t like you back. This sequel to WORLDWIDE CRUSH … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 7/14/2025
ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of JAZZY THE WITCH IN BROOM DOOM by Jessixa Bagley. AND JOINING ME IN OUR MMGM LINEUP THIS WEEK: ••Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles has an interview with debut author Sarah J. … Continue reading
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