April 27, 2019

My Favorite Middle Grade Books

So often, I spend my time talking about young adult books, so I thought it was time to give a little attention to middle grade as well.

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1. Counting Thyme by Melanie Conklin
I haven't reread this one in so long, but I remember being wowed by its quiet strength.

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2. Absolutely Truly/Yours Truly by Heather Vogel Frederick
I'm always down for cozy middle grade mysteries.

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3. All Four Stars trilogy by Tara Dairman
For all my fellow foodies.

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4. Tuesdays at the Castle series by Jessica Day George
Fantasy fun, plus lots of focus on family.

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5. Amina's Voice by Hena Khan
#ownvoices Muslim rep :)

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6. Some Kind of Happiness by Claire Legrand
This is great for fans of Bridge to Terabithia or Narnia, and it also deals with mental illness in such a wonderful way.

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7. Caterpillar Summer by Gillian McDunn
Siblings, family, friendship - ugh, it has it all and it's so wonderful. I love Cat.

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8. Kate Messner's books
All the Answers is probably my favorite, but you can't go wrong with Breakout, Sugar and Ice, or The Seventh Wish either.

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9. Wish by Barbara O'Connor
For everyone who wants a good dog book.

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10. The Shadow Cipher by Laura Ruby
If you loved The Mysterious Benedict Society or 39 Clues as a kid, this one will definitely hold your interest.

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11. Amal Unbound by Aisha Saeed
Aisha never shies away from real issues.

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12. Murder Most Unladylike series by Robin Stevens
Cozy historical fiction mysteries! Good for middle schoolers who aren't quite ready for Agatha Christie, but will be once they're in high school.

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13. Stef Soto, Taco Queen by Jennifer Torres
I never hear anyone talk about this title, but it was so cute and good?? Here's my review if you want more info.

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14. The Length of a String by Elissa Brent Weissman
I loved the duality of a girl preparing for her bat mitzvah and her grandmother immigrating to the U.S. during WWII.

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15. Hook's Revenge by Heidi Schulz
This book came during one of the booms of fairytale/classics retellings, but I think it definitely holds up.


What are some of your favorite middle grade books?

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