Today, I am so delighted to be sharing a truly magical guest post from author John David Anderson, as part of the blog tour for his latest middle grade book, Granted -- about a fairy who helps grant wishes. Below, you can learn more about the book and enter to win a signed copy. But... Continue Reading →
Another adorable addition to the Bat series! Bat and the Waiting Game by Elana K. Arnold is the follow-up to last year's A Boy Called Bat, about a young boy on the autism spectrum and the pet skunk that he forms an unlikely bond with. In the tradition of Clementine and Ramona Quimby, meet Bat.... Continue Reading →
With this week's publication of The Sea of the Dead, Barry Wolverton's Chronicles of the Black Tulip is now a complete series. So today we have the updated and complete classroom guide for all three books. Plus, a look back on some students' reactions to the series and one last chance for you to win... Continue Reading →
For today's post, The Sea of the Dead author Barry Wolverton stops by to share the 5 things he learned while writing this series. Be sure to keep reading after Barry's post for more about how you can win the first two books in The Chronicles of the Black Tulip. 5 Things I Learned Writing... Continue Reading →
There's nothing better than binge-reading a binge-worthy book series -- and with this week's publication of The Sea of the Dead, Barry Wolverton's Chronicles of the Black Tulip is now available in its binge-able entirety. Now, I can recommend plenty of books to gift to 8-13 year old readers (and adults who enjoy great kid... Continue Reading →
The Sea of the Dead by Barry Wolverton, the third and final book in The Chronicles of the Black Tulip series, is in stores TODAY - huzzah!!! - and this Christmastime release date is made even more special by the fact that the book includes an expedition to the North Pole. So to celebrate today's... Continue Reading →
This week, The Sea of the Dead by Barry Wolverton is taking over the blog -- and hitting store shelves. The third and final book in the delightful series, The Chronicles of the Black Tulip, comes out tomorrow -- and we're celebrating all week-long with a contest, guest post, and other fun features. I absolutely... Continue Reading →
I read a lot less middle grade this year than I have in years past - I think it had more to do with my mood and personal tastes this year than anything else - but of the ones I did read, there were a few stand-outs. Here are my picks for the Best Middle... Continue Reading →
Today, we are teaming up with Little, Brown to celebrate the recent release of Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend - a magical new middle grade book which follows young Morrigan Crow's trials to join the mysterious Wundrous Society. It's filled with exciting adventures and unexpected twisty turns, and is the perfect... Continue Reading →
Today, I'm excited to be hosting the official cover reveal for The Turning by Emily Whitman - a charming new middle grade story, coming soon from Harper Collins. We even have a chance for you to win an ARC of The Turning (once they're available) - but first, here's Emily to talk more about her... Continue Reading →
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