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ANA ON THE EDGE by A.J. Sass

As soon as I heard about ANA ON THE EDGE by A.J. Sass, I couldn't wait to delve into it. It's a really engaging story, and it does a great job exploring the importance of being true to yourself:   Twelve-year-old Ana-Marie Jin, the…
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ANYA AND THE DRAGON and ANYA AND THE NIGHTINGALE by Sofiya Pasternack

When I discovered ANYA AND THE DRAGON via Twitter, it immediately reminded me of one of my favorite movies, Dragonheart (rest in peace, Sean Connery!). The sequel, ANYA AND THE NIGHTINGALE, is set to release next week on November 10. Here's…
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SUMMER OF L.U.C.K. by Laura Stegman

I first connected with Laura Stegman through Janet Reid's blog. I particularly related to Laura's MG book SUMMER OF L.U.C.K. because I had a stutter growing up, plus it had a really great beginning that drew me right in:   Stuttering…
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SEEKERS OF THE WILD REALM by Alexandra Ott

When I first saw the cover of this book, it was hard to hold in my excitement. Like all the eeps. I first featured Alexandra Ott when I received a book from her Rules for Thieves series as part of a giveaway. Her new book, SEEKERS OF THE WILD…
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WHISPERING PINES, by Heidi Lang and Kati Bartkowski

I've had the honor to interview Heidi Lang and Kati Bartkowski before. Their new creepy Middle Grade novel, WHISPERING PINES, debuted on September 1, 2020: Rae’s father vanished without a trace—and Rae knows what happened to him. But…
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Aria Jones and the Guardian’s Wedja by Malayna Evans

I was lucky to feature the first book in Malayna Evans's Jagger Jones series here.  The newest installment, set to release on August 25, features Jagger's younger sister, Aria, as she discovers new powers in their return trip to ancient Egypt:   Twelve-year-old…
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THE SUMMER WE FOUND THE BABY by Amy Hest

I was intrigued by this middle grade historical novel from award-winning author Amy Hest. Debuting August 4, this is a book that librarians should definitely get their hands on and add to their collections: On the morning of the dedication…
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THE ONE AND ONLY BOB by Katherine Applegate

It's always an honor to talk with Newbery Award winner Katherine Applegate. I originally interviewed her here, and once I found out that Bob from THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN had his own book, I contacted her for a follow-up. THE ONE AND ONLY BOB is…
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THE STEPMOM SHAKE-UP by Niki Lenz

I got acquainted with Niki Lenz and her books through a Facebook group we are a part of. Her newest Middle Grade book, THE STEPMOM SHAKE-UP is due out on June 16. Have a look:     After Grace's mom died, she and her dad…
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THE SIMPLE ART OF FLYING (a.k.a. CALL ME ALASTAIR) by Cory Leonardo

As soon as I heard the premise for THE SIMPLE ART OF FLYING (published in other regions as CALL ME ALASTAIR) I couldn't wait to feature it. It's a lovely story that explores loneliness as well as finding family and true friends.   Sometimes…