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CAMP QUILTBAG by Nicole Melleby and A.J. Sass

I was ecstatic to feature A.J. Sass's middle grade books Ana on the Edge and Ellen Outside the Lines, as well as Nicole Melleby's How to Become a Planet. When I found out that the upcoming MG novel Camp QUILTBAG was penned by them both, I couldn't…
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OUT OF RANGE by Heidi Lang

Heidi Lang's newest contemporary Middle Grade novel, OUT OF RANGE is a survival story that explores the complexities of sibling relationships. I've featured some of her other books here, including the ones she cowrote with Kati Bartkowski here.   Sisters…
Lisa Moore Ramee
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MAPMAKER by Lisa Moore Ramee

I'm a sucker for middle grade fantasy, so when I saw the premise for MAPMAKER by Lisa Moore Ramee, I hit her up for an interview:       Walt is a Mapmaker, one of just a few in the universe who can draw maps that…
Jennifer Gennari
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MUFFLED by Jennifer Gennari

I was absolutely floored by the premise of MUFFLED by Jennifer Gennari. I was especially struck by the theme of noise, and the importance of finding the silent spaces in between it. Have a look:   Amelia does not like noise. In fifth…
Jessica Khoury
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THE MIDNIGHT ORCHESTRA, second in the MYSTWICK series, by Jessica Khoury

Last year, I was ecstatic to feature Jessica Khoury's MYSTWICK SCHOOL OF MUSICRAFT, a middle grade fantasy that features a relatable main character and a great plot! The sequel, THE MIDNIGHT ORCHESTRA, came out on June 14, 2022:   Things…
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FLIP TURNS by Catherine Arguelles

I've been excited about this book ever since I saw it announced. Catherine Arguelles's debut middle grade, FLIP TURNS is sure to tug on your heartstrings when it comes out this September:   Thirteen-year-old Maddie just wants her…
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THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM by Holly Goldberg Sloan

I have been a long-time fan of Holly Goldberg Sloan's books, including Counting by 7s and To Night Owl From Dogfish. When I heard the premise of her newest Middle Grade book, THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM, I had to feature it. Have a look:   It's…
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ELLEN OUTSIDE THE LINES by A.J. Sass

I was honored to feature A.J. Sass's debut middle grade novel, Ana on the Edge, so when I found out about his newest book, ELLEN OUTSIDE THE LINES, I had to feature it also. If you enjoyed his debut, you will absolutely love this book too. It…
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OLLIE OXLEY AND THE GHOST by Lisa Schmid

I was immediately intrigued by the premise of OLLIE OXLEY AND THE GHOST by Lisa Schmid. When I found out she was located in a city nearby, I reached out to her for an interview:   Twelve-year-old Ollie Oxley is moving — again. His…
Beth McMullen
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SECRET OF THE STORM by Beth McMullen

I've featured Beth McMullen's Mrs. Smith's Spy School for Girls series as well as her Lola Benko, Treasure Hunter series. When I heard the premise of SECRET OF THE STORM, I couldn't wait to spread word. It comes out on March 1, 2022:   Twelve-year-old…