Awesome news for fans of middle grade dark fantasy: The Nowhere Beast by Leslie Vedder, illus. by Abigail Larson (sequel to The Labyrinth of Souls) is hitting shelves tomorrow! For those unfamiliar with this delightfully spooky series, it follows Ix Tatterfall as she is swept into a world of magic and mystery due to her … Continue reading THE LABYRINTH OF SOULS & THE NOWHERE BEAST (Leslie Vedder, illus. by Abigail Larson)
Novels in verse have become even more popular for middle grade readers recently, for good reasons, one being the format’s unique ability to approach heavy, complicated themes in accessible yet evocative language. A Year Without Home by V.T. Bidania is a great example of this, and one that fans of the format should not miss. … Continue reading A YEAR WITHOUT HOME (V.T. Bidania)
Ever wondered how to talk to your kids about the dangers of social media? Then drop everything and get a copy of The Amazing Generation: Your Guide to Fun and Freedom in a Screen-Filled World by Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price, illus. by Cynthia Yuan Cheng. If you saw our picks for the Best Middle … Continue reading THE AMAZING GENERATION (Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price, illus. by Cynthia Yuan Cheng)
With many schools closed this week due to the winter storm, it’s likely that quite a few caregivers are hearing the dreaded words of cabin-fevered kids: “I’m BOOOOORED!” Rita, the highly relatable protagonist of Bored by Felicita Sala, knows that feeling all too well! She is practically catatonically bored and can’t think of a single … Continue reading BORED (Felicita Sala)
There are a lot of scary stories on the news right now, which can rightfully raise a lot of questions and fears in young readers. And while it may be tempting to shield kids from the frightening realities of the world, it’s not a sustainable solution. This is where books like Eden's Light, written by … Continue reading EDEN’S LIGHT (Jessica McKay, illus. by Jestenia Southerland)
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