Reading in the Middle
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Annisha Jeffries, a librarian and advocate for children's literature, hosts Reading in the Middle, where each episode delves into the fascinating realm of middle-grade books.
New Episode Alert!
Her latest book, Secrets of the Broken House, is now available and features small-town secrets, clever kids, and gripping twists.
If you love stories with humor and clues to solve, this episode is for you.
Her latest book, Secrets of the Broken House, is now available and features small-town secrets, clever kids, and gripping twists.
If you love stories with humor and clues to solve, this episode is for you.
February 8, 2026 at 11:47 PM
New Episode Alert!
Her latest book, Secrets of the Broken House, is now available and features small-town secrets, clever kids, and gripping twists.
If you love stories with humor and clues to solve, this episode is for you.
Her latest book, Secrets of the Broken House, is now available and features small-town secrets, clever kids, and gripping twists.
If you love stories with humor and clues to solve, this episode is for you.
Join host Annisha Jeffries for an engaging interview with bestselling author Megan McDonald, and the creation process of her latest caper-style series, Bunny and Clyde On the Lam (Book 2 of the Bunny & Clyde series, scheduled for release on February 3, 2026). Published by Candlewick Press
February 1, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Join host Annisha Jeffries for an engaging interview with bestselling author Megan McDonald, and the creation process of her latest caper-style series, Bunny and Clyde On the Lam (Book 2 of the Bunny & Clyde series, scheduled for release on February 3, 2026). Published by Candlewick Press
Winsome Bingham
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Most of my published works are picture books. I’m the author of one of The New York Times Best Books of the Year, SOUL FOOD SUNDAY. My other books, THE WALK, iTHE TABLE, LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL, and MISSING...
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January 17, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Winsome Bingham
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I’ll be speaking with Kate DiCamillo, New York Times bestselling author, two-time Newbery Medal winner, and Newbery Honor recipient. Her classic Because of Winn-Dixie is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and we’ll also dive into her latest novel, Lost Evangeline.
November 12, 2025 at 9:37 PM
I’ll be speaking with Kate DiCamillo, New York Times bestselling author, two-time Newbery Medal winner, and Newbery Honor recipient. Her classic Because of Winn-Dixie is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and we’ll also dive into her latest novel, Lost Evangeline.
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#CallingCaldecott: Annisha Jeffries on DEAR ACORN (LOVE, OAK) by @joycesidman.bsky.social; illus. by Melissa Sweet ( @clarionbooks.bsky.social / @harperkids.bsky.social ): "The illustrations extend the poems’ meaning and reward close looking and rereading" www.hbook.com/story/dear-a...
Dear Acorn (Love, Oak)
Annisha Jeffries discusses Melissa Sweet's mixed-media collage illustrations for Dear Acorn (Love, Oak): Letter Poems to Friends, written by Joyce Sidman.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:50 PM
#CallingCaldecott: Annisha Jeffries on DEAR ACORN (LOVE, OAK) by @joycesidman.bsky.social; illus. by Melissa Sweet ( @clarionbooks.bsky.social / @harperkids.bsky.social ): "The illustrations extend the poems’ meaning and reward close looking and rereading" www.hbook.com/story/dear-a...
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December 30, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Hold on to your astro caps! New York Times bestselling author and illustrator @tomangleberger.bsky.social (creator of Origami Yoda) is back with not one but two fresh releases:
Dino Poet: A Graphic Novel
Two-Headed Chicken 3: Chaos in the Cosmic Library
It's a great conversation.🐓 🦕
Dino Poet: A Graphic Novel
Two-Headed Chicken 3: Chaos in the Cosmic Library
It's a great conversation.🐓 🦕
November 14, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Hold on to your astro caps! New York Times bestselling author and illustrator @tomangleberger.bsky.social (creator of Origami Yoda) is back with not one but two fresh releases:
Dino Poet: A Graphic Novel
Two-Headed Chicken 3: Chaos in the Cosmic Library
It's a great conversation.🐓 🦕
Dino Poet: A Graphic Novel
Two-Headed Chicken 3: Chaos in the Cosmic Library
It's a great conversation.🐓 🦕
I’ll be speaking with Kate DiCamillo, New York Times bestselling author, two-time Newbery Medal winner, and Newbery Honor recipient. Her classic Because of Winn-Dixie is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and we’ll also dive into her latest novel, Lost Evangeline.
November 12, 2025 at 9:37 PM
I’ll be speaking with Kate DiCamillo, New York Times bestselling author, two-time Newbery Medal winner, and Newbery Honor recipient. Her classic Because of Winn-Dixie is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and we’ll also dive into her latest novel, Lost Evangeline.
Author Kevin Garone joins me on Reading in the Middle to discuss his hilarious yet slightly terrifying middle-grade series, I Know What UFO Did Last Summer, as well as his latest book.
Night of the Living Toilet Paper.
Night of the Living Toilet Paper.
November 12, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Author Kevin Garone joins me on Reading in the Middle to discuss his hilarious yet slightly terrifying middle-grade series, I Know What UFO Did Last Summer, as well as his latest book.
Night of the Living Toilet Paper.
Night of the Living Toilet Paper.
A Conversation with author Kevin Garone
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A Conversation with author Kevin Garone
Hi, my name is Annisha Jeffries. I am a dedicated librarian, podcaster, book reviewer, and lover of middle-grade books. This newsletter explores the stories that shape young readers.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:27 PM
A Conversation with author Kevin Garone
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✨Return to the world of Summer of the Mariposas with award-winning author Guadalupe García McCall’s kick-off to the Seasons of Sisterhood trilogy — Fall of the Fireflies!
🎉Releasing 10.21.25 & available for pre-order now!
🎬Watch the trailer: www.instagram.com/reel/DNYMuIO...
🎉Releasing 10.21.25 & available for pre-order now!
🎬Watch the trailer: www.instagram.com/reel/DNYMuIO...
August 15, 2025 at 2:24 PM
✨Return to the world of Summer of the Mariposas with award-winning author Guadalupe García McCall’s kick-off to the Seasons of Sisterhood trilogy — Fall of the Fireflies!
🎉Releasing 10.21.25 & available for pre-order now!
🎬Watch the trailer: www.instagram.com/reel/DNYMuIO...
🎉Releasing 10.21.25 & available for pre-order now!
🎬Watch the trailer: www.instagram.com/reel/DNYMuIO...
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From Jul/Aug #HBMag Special Issue: #ALA Awards: Profile of 2025 #CSK Illustrator winner C. G. Esperanza by @armyvet5.bsky.social: "C. G. brings Black culture to life, letting his characters show up + show out on every page" www.hbook.com/story/profil... @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social #alaac25 #alayma25
Profile of 2025 CSK Illustrator Award winner C. G. Esperanza
From the July/August 2025 issue of The Horn Book Magazine: Special Issue: ALA Awards.
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July 29, 2025 at 6:19 PM
From Jul/Aug #HBMag Special Issue: #ALA Awards: Profile of 2025 #CSK Illustrator winner C. G. Esperanza by @armyvet5.bsky.social: "C. G. brings Black culture to life, letting his characters show up + show out on every page" www.hbook.com/story/profil... @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social #alaac25 #alayma25
Bonus Episode: ALA Rewind!
Join me at the Podcast Pavilion during the ALA Annual, where I spoke with award-winning journalist and author Kitty Felde. We explored The Fina Mendoza Mysteries, covering Capitol Hill legends and integrating civics into exciting middle-grade stories.
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Join me at the Podcast Pavilion during the ALA Annual, where I spoke with award-winning journalist and author Kitty Felde. We explored The Fina Mendoza Mysteries, covering Capitol Hill legends and integrating civics into exciting middle-grade stories.
#kittyfelde
August 16, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Bonus Episode: ALA Rewind!
Join me at the Podcast Pavilion during the ALA Annual, where I spoke with award-winning journalist and author Kitty Felde. We explored The Fina Mendoza Mysteries, covering Capitol Hill legends and integrating civics into exciting middle-grade stories.
#kittyfelde
Join me at the Podcast Pavilion during the ALA Annual, where I spoke with award-winning journalist and author Kitty Felde. We explored The Fina Mendoza Mysteries, covering Capitol Hill legends and integrating civics into exciting middle-grade stories.
#kittyfelde
August 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
In this episode, I chat with author and poet @kewrites.bsky.social Lewis about his hilarious new picture book, Never Take Your Rhino on a Plane. What started as a chaotic travel nightmare turned into a laugh-out-loud story full of rhythm, mischief, and heart.
August 16, 2025 at 7:25 PM
In this episode, I chat with author and poet @kewrites.bsky.social Lewis about his hilarious new picture book, Never Take Your Rhino on a Plane. What started as a chaotic travel nightmare turned into a laugh-out-loud story full of rhythm, mischief, and heart.
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Join me and fellow Newbery- winning author Kwame Alexander for our nationwide tour to promote our new book J vs K!
@littlebrown.bsky.social
@littlebrown.bsky.social
April 22, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Join me and fellow Newbery- winning author Kwame Alexander for our nationwide tour to promote our new book J vs K!
@littlebrown.bsky.social
@littlebrown.bsky.social