Tag Archives: Middle Grade Diversity

ZACK DELACRUZ UPSTAGED

Posted on December 9, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

Zack Delacruz returns in this series set in San Antonio. It began with ME AND MY BIG MOUTH in 2015 and JUST MY LUCK the following year. This time around sixth grade continues to be a challenge for Zack and … Continue reading →

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ANOTHER D FOR DEEDEE

Posted on November 25, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

DeeDee is a fourth grader with a growing list of problems. The family trailer burned to the ground and now they’re living in a crowded apartment. Her father disappeared at Thanksgiving. She fears he’s returned to Mexico and will never … Continue reading →

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AMINA’S VOICE

Posted on February 11, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

Happy Marvelous Middle Grade Monday! In just two days the Cybil’s awards will be announced. I was honored to be on the five member judging panel for Middle Grade Fiction. I’ve now read all seven nominees. Last year I reviewed … Continue reading →

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FELIX Yz for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

I try to keep a pulse on what agents, editors, and book publishers are looking for in new stories. Reading their blogs, web pages, and tweets can often give me insights (See Manuscript Wish List). Specifically in MG, here is … Continue reading →

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LUCKY BROKEN GIRL for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

I’ve read more books about diverse characters and their stories of immigration this year than I had the previous four years combined. And that’s a good thing. This story is unique in that it is based on an experience the … Continue reading →

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THE EPIC FAIL of ARTURO ZAMORA for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

The importance of family is vividly portrayed as Arturo tells the story of life in a Cuban-American community. Seventh grade thirteen year old boys have changing interests and Arturo is having a tough time with his sudden infatuation with Carmen, … Continue reading →

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THE ONLY ROAD for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

The topics of border walls and immigration have flooded newscasts and social media this past year. Opinions are  strong. THE ONLY ROAD delves into the issue from the other side of the border–actually two borders. It’s about a family making … Continue reading →

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ZACK DELACRUZ: JUST MY LUCK for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

Zack returns in book number two of the series. No worries if you missed book one, ME AND MY BIG MOUTH, where Zack tries to save the sixth grade dance. This is a totally new adventure set two weeks later. … Continue reading →

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CLICK HERE TO START for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

This fun mystery is a sparkling debut for author, Denis Markell. It has touches of what most young readers love: Humor, mystery, and video games. Ted is a gamer, especially escape type games. He takes his skills to real life … Continue reading →

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SAVE ME A SEAT for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

If you enjoy a quiet story about friendship then look no further. The only thing Joe and Ravi (rah-VEE) have in common is they’re both starting fifth grade. Joe is labeled with an Auditory Processing Disorder. It means too many … Continue reading →

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