My From The Mixed-Up Files post went up today!  I love funny books that have a quirky main character with a voice that jumps out at you, so I put together a list of fun books that can help kids make the transition from picture books and early chapter books into middle-grade novels.  Are there any books that helped you or a child you know take the ( Read more... )

I am thrilled to be part of a new blog that celebrates middle-grade books. Hop on over to http://www.fromthemixedupfiles.com/ and join our lively discussion about everything middle-grade. We realized that the internet was filled with YA groups, and wanted to create an online home ( Read more... )