When I picked up Goblin by Eric Grissom and Will Perkins, the fantastical illustrations immediately sucked me in. Filled with light and darkness that illuminate
Author: Lexi Donahue
I am a fourth grade teacher by day, and a writer in all free moments! I write picture books and middle grade. When I'm not writing I spend my time taking care of my many pets and spending time with my family in nature!
June Middle Grade and Young Adult Opportunities
Events, classes, contests for Middle Grade and Young Adult writers for June, 2021
April Middle Grade and Young Adult Opportunities
Events, classes, contests for Middle Grade and Young Adult writers for April, 2021
There Goes Patti McGee! Interview with Tootie Nienow, Debut Author, and Erika Medina, Illustrator
As a fourth grade teacher, I am always on the hunt for new picture book biographies that my students will love. When I heard about
Book Review: The Sisters of Straygarden Place by Haley Chewins
The Sisters of Straygarden Place by Haley Chewins is a mystical middle-grade novel that celebrates the importance of family, resilience, and belonging. Chewins masterfully builds
Interview of Cheryl Schuermann, Author of A Boy Called Preacher
A Boy Called Preacher by Cheryl Schuermann is a middle-grade historical fiction novel that celebrates resilience, the childhood call to uncover mysteries, and the power
Unplugging with a TV Character?
I have to admit, I was skeptical that a book based on a TV character could promote “‘unplugging.” The entire concept seems to contradict itself.
The Reading-Writing Connection: Lift the Level of Your Writing
By Lexi Donahue and Keri Demers If we told you to sit down right now and compose a wedding toast, a college essay, a resume
Don’t judge a book by its topic: An MCBA Post
January 2020 has arrived and I can’t wait to vote for my favorite MCBA book! For those who don’t live in Massachusetts, or who don’t
On the Wings of MG: To China and Indonesia
This July, two middle grade books took me on a journey to new countries with beautiful and authentic description of setting. As Jennifer Baker said
