If you’ve been following my blog, then you know I’m a fan of Jennifer A. Nielsen. Her books are interesting, complex, full of action and packed with heart. “Rise of the Wolf” is no different.
Browsing: Middle Grade
ICYMI looks at books that have already been released that deserve a second look. This edition features “Diva and Flea,” “Tale of Rescue” and “Fearsome Creatures of the Lumberwoods.”
Each year, Cracking the Cover compiles a list of books worth giving. The following are middle-grade books published in 2015.
Claudia Mills hopes “The Trouble With Ants” will resonate with young readers — “I hope they get inspired to follow their own passion for whatever odd or unusual subject attracts them.”
J. Scott Savage says “Fires of Invention” from the meeting of two separate ideas — kids building a mechanical dragon and a place where creativity is illegal.
“Westly: A Spider’s Tale” is a sweet little book. Author Bryan Beus writes with a clear voice that is warm and inviting.
Nine years ago, an unassuming little book named “Fablehaven” was published. “The Caretaker’s Guide to Fablehaven” is a companion to the series.
ICYMI (In case you missed it) looks at books that have already been released. This week are the middle-grade selections, “Handful of Stars,” “Mark of the Thief” and “From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess.”
In 1983, Valerie Tripp wrote the first story outlines for what would become the original American Girls — Kirsten, Samantha and Molly. More than 30 years later, she’s introducing her newest character, Maryellen.
“Eden’s Wish” is a decent read. But there’s nothing spectacular about it. It’s pretty middle of the road when it comes to middle grade books.