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Tag Archives: Marvelous Middle Grade Monday
JAZZY THE WITCH in BROOM DOOM
This graphic novel will appeal to younger middle grade readers. They’ll find a fun story emphasizing the importance of individuality. Jazzy is not alone in being a witch. The small town where she lives is full of them and her … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 7/7/2025
ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of SPARK by Chris Baron. ALSO JOINING OUR MMGM LINEUP THIS WEEK: •Jennifer Rummel @ YA Book Nerd reviews Into the Rapids: A story about grief and friendship with a little … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 6/30/2025
(Have a Happy 4th of July!) ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of WOLF GIRL-INTO THE WILD by ANH DO. Natalie Aguirre @ Literary Rambles is participating in the Sparkle Time Giveaway Hop with a lot of … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 6/23/2025
ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of NOT LUCILLE by Mike Steele. Natalie Aguirre @ Literary Rambles has an interview with Michael Spradlin and a giveaway of his Threat of a Spider. Brenda @Log Cabin Library reviews … Continue reading
NOT LUCILLE
Set in 1931-32 Chambersburg, NJ, a suburb of Trenton, the third person narration stays close to 10-year-old Lucy who doesn’t like to be called Lucille. Her brain can’t seem to stop her from doing the wrong thing, especially in Miss … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 6/16/2025
ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of THREAT OF THE SPIDER by Michael P. Spradlin. Jennifer Rummel @ YA Book Nerd has The Beautiful Game, about family drama, soccer, and finding your team. Brenda @Log Cabin Library … Continue reading
THREAT OF THE SPIDER
The second book in THE WEB OF THE SPIDER series will have its debut on June 24th. No worries If you haven’t read RISE OF THE SPIDER, the first story that was released last September as they both read just … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 6/9/2025
ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is featuring a review of THE INCORRUPTIBLES by Lauren Magaziner. Susan Uhlig is sharing another heart-wrenching book, Dan Gemeinhart’s THE HONEST TRUTH. Natalie Aguirre @ Literary Rambles has an interview with Nancy McCade with a … Continue reading
THE INCORRUPTIBLES
A new entry in stories where a training academy is the setting has an appealing addition with The Incorruptibles. Despite the enticing cover, the tale is best for older, experienced MG readers (ages 10-14). They will be able to handle … Continue reading
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