I just finished reading Kid Lawyer and The Accused in John Grisham‘s Theodore Boone series. Great middle grade novels to introduce kids to our legal system through an engaging mystery. #middlegrade #JohnGrisham #ikidlit #middlegrademystery #civics

I love middle grade novels…reading AND writing them. I just finished the wonderful Willa of the Wood by Robert Beatty. Willa, a night-spirit girl living in the Smokey Mountains, takes us on an adventure where we learn about the power of nature and the bond of family.
#WillaoftheWood #MiddleGrade

I am involved in a few writers groups and have learned so much from my colleagues. However, I am not a poet, so I needed some advice on critiquing poetry. I found this great article by UK freelance copywriter Alex Simmonds that was most informative.
prowritingaid.com/poetic-devices
#poetry #writing

After working with my publisher’s wonderful editor, Debbie Moyes, our next step was to find the perfect illustrator for the book cover, pirate map, and chapter headings. Michelle Savoia was that “perfect“ artist! #KidLit #pirates #MiddleGradeFiction #Children’sBookWriters #CaptainConAndTheRedJacket

Hello! I'm PortiaLily Taylor, an author of middle grade books. I just signed with Lawley Publishing to publish my first novel, Captain Con & the Red Jacket.🏴‍☠️ I can't wait to tell you more!

Do you write/read middle grade books? What's your favorite one?

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