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Tag: Families

November 17, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

The Importance of Libraries, a guest post by Joanne Rossmassler Fritz

In my second verse novel, RUPTURED, thirteen-year-old Claire loves books and libraries.

November 10, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: Ruptured by Joanne Rossmassler Fritz

A really powerful read full of heart and (after many other emotions) hope. Don't miss this one.

November 7, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

Finding Inspiration from the FOG, a guest post by Alison Levy

By using my difficult journey to structure my book, I hope it will help people recognize toxicity in their lives.

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October 24, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

A mystery built around a spelling bee? AND everyone involved has to stay all together in the same house for the week? I'M IN!

Imperfect Elders: Why I Tell Intergenerational Stories, a guest post by Addie Woolridge

October 20, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

My granddaddy loved me in his way and wanted to leave me his legacy. He thought that legacy would be a car. I hope the story I’ve turned that legacy into is one he’d be proud of.

It was the best of drives, it was the worst of drives: a Muslim teen’s road trip tale, a guest post by Huda Fahmy

October 10, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

As cliché as it sounds, I learned it wasn’t about fitting in or standing out but being true to myself and embracing the journey.

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Multigenerational Mayhem, a guest post by Shanna Miles

October 9, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

In my middle grade fantasy, THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF TATTERLY, it was important to me to highlight and celebrate the extended family.

Book Review: All That Shines by Ellen Hagan

September 18, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

The verse novel format adeptly captures Chloe's racing mind, her outbursts, and her new need for introspection. A solid read with a main character who undergoes genuine growth.

Book Review: I Am Kavi by Thushanthi Ponweera

September 14, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

A powerful and immensely readable look at a time period and place not often represented in books for children.

Book Review: Finch House by Ciera Burch

September 11, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

This haunted house mystery is less scary than it is simply interesting and engaging. A great book to recommend widely.

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