A charming story about the trials of middle school relationships and figuring out what really matters, The Pages Between Us by Lindsey Leavitt and Robin Mellom captures all the magic -- and challenges -- of navigating new experiences and new friendships. Told in letters, posters, blog posts, homework assignments, and more, The Pages Between Us... Continue Reading →
Me & Miranda Mullaly by Jake Gerhardt
Ah, middle school romance. That's the heart of the story behind Jake Gerhardt's humorous new middle grade rom-com, Me & Miranda Mullaly. The fates of three 8th grade boys converge in biology class one day, as each falls desperately in love with the same girl. There's Sam, the class clown; Duke, the intellectual; and Chollie,... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Me & Miranda Mullaly by Jake Gerhardt
Ah, middle school romance. That's the heart of the story behind Jake Gerhardt's humorous new middle grade rom-com, Me & Miranda Mullaly. The fates of three 8th grade boys converge in biology class one day, as each falls desperately in love with the same girl. There's Sam, the class clown; Duke, the intellectual; and Chollie,... Continue Reading →
Novel Novice’s Best Middle Grade of 2015
I did not read nearly as much middle grade this year as I did last year -- not for any particular reason, I think. Last year I was just really into MG, and this year not so much. But of the MG books that I did read, there were some true stars. Here are my... Continue Reading →
Release Week Contest: Hook’s Revenge: The Pirate Code by Heidi Schulz
I'm a little late posting this, but TODAY marks the exciting release of Hooke's Revenge: The Pirate Code by Heidi Schulz, the swashbuckling sequel to Hook's Revenge, which sees the daughter of Captain Hook taking up her father's mantel. Er, sort of. To celebrate, we have a pirate-worthy contest for you -- but first, here's... Continue Reading →
Release Week Contest: Hook’s Revenge: The Pirate Code by Heidi Schulz
I'm a little late posting this, but TODAY marks the exciting release of Hooke's Revenge: The Pirate Code by Heidi Schulz, the swashbuckling sequel to Hook's Revenge, which sees the daughter of Captain Hook taking up her father's mantel. Er, sort of. To celebrate, we have a pirate-worthy contest for you -- but first, here's... Continue Reading →
Book Review + Giveaway: Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate
A powerful story about finding your inner strength, speaking up, and being heard, Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate is a soaring triumph of middle grade literature. In her first novel since winning the Newbery Medal, Katherine Applegate delivers an unforgettable and magical story about family, friendship, and resilience. Jackson and his family have fallen on hard... Continue Reading →
Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate (Review + Giveaway)
A powerful story about finding your inner strength, speaking up, and being heard, Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate is a soaring triumph of middle grade literature. In her first novel since winning the Newbery Medal, Katherine Applegate delivers an unforgettable and magical story about family, friendship, and resilience. Jackson and his family have fallen on hard... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Confessions of an Imaginary Friend by Michelle Cuevas
An endearing and quirky story about love and identity, Confessions of an Imaginary Friend by Michelle Cuevas will charm readers with the story of Jacques, an imaginary friend who doesn't know he's imaginary! Jacques Papier has the sneaking suspicion that everyone except his sister Fleur hates him. Teachers ignore him when his hand is raised... Continue Reading →
Confessions of an Imaginary Friend by Michelle Cuevas
An endearing and quirky story about love and identity, Confessions of an Imaginary Friend by Michelle Cuevas will charm readers with the story of Jacques, an imaginary friend who doesn't know he's imaginary! Jacques Papier has the sneaking suspicion that everyone except his sister Fleur hates him. Teachers ignore him when his hand is raised... Continue Reading →
