Category: mid-grade

Omega Morales and the Legend of La Lechuza by Laekan Zea Kemp || Spooky, Heartwarming Twist On Mexican Legends

Omega Morales and the Legend of La Lechuza by Laekan Zea Kemp || Spooky, Heartwarming Twist On Mexican Legends

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Mystery     Paranormal     Diversity     Mexican     Latine     Family Bonds     Perfect for readers who want: Stories based on Mexican folklore and legend Lots of family bonds and characters supporting each other Super spooky/creepy vibe perfect for fall […]

Amira & Hamza Series (Books 1 & 2) by Samira Ahmed || MG Adventure In An Islamic-Inspired World

Amira & Hamza Series (Books 1 & 2) by Samira Ahmed || MG Adventure In An Islamic-Inspired World

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Diversity     Islam     Sibling Bonds     Perfect for readers who want: Fast-paced, world-threatening sort of action adventure Adorable sibling bonds (and arguments!) Science and nerdiness mixed with magic and action A world based on Islamic folklore […]

Serwa Boateng’s Guide to Vampire Hunting by Roseanne A. Brown || Vampire Slaying Meets Ghanaian Folklore

Serwa Boateng’s Guide to Vampire Hunting by Roseanne A. Brown || Vampire Slaying Meets Ghanaian Folklore

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Vampires     Diversity     Ghana     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: Lots of diverse characters with unique struggles Ghanaian folklore, myths, and gods Fast-paced adventure to new places (including, essentially, the underworld!) A […]

The Area 51 Files by Julie Buxbaum || Funny, Compelling MG Mystery . . . With Aliens!

The Area 51 Files by Julie Buxbaum || Funny, Compelling MG Mystery . . . With Aliens!

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Science Fiction     Mystery     Family Bonds     Found Family     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: Story told through a mix of text and comic panels (perfect for struggling/reluctant readers!) A humorous reimagining of what Area 51 might be like Aliens! […]

Charlie Hernández Series (#1 – 3) by Ryan Calejo || Indiana Jones Meets Hispanic Folklore

Charlie Hernández Series (#1 – 3) by Ryan Calejo || Indiana Jones Meets Hispanic Folklore

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Folklore     Diversity     Hispanic     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: Books similar to the Rick Riordan Presents series. Hispanic culture and mythology. Nonstop action and adventure, Indiana Jones style. Smart as a […]

Quest Kids and the Dragon Pants of Gold by Mark Leiknes || Hilarious Dragon-Filled MG Adventure

Quest Kids and the Dragon Pants of Gold by Mark Leiknes || Hilarious Dragon-Filled MG Adventure

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Humor     Adventure     Dragons     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: A humorous adventure filled with fun and misfortune. A slightly incompetent squad who tries their best anyway. Mix of text and graphic novel style. Dragons! Well, one dragon […]

Ravenfall by Kalyn Josephson || Encanto Meets Supernatural For Kids

Ravenfall by Kalyn Josephson || Encanto Meets Supernatural For Kids

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Paranormal     Supernatural     LGBTQ+     F/F Relationship     M/M Relationship     Diversity     Jewish     Irish     Sibling Bonds     Found Family     Perfect for readers who want: Whimsical worlds filled with magic. Semi-omniscient houses […]

Paola Santiago and the Sanctuary of Shadows by Tehlor Kay Mejia || Mexican Folklore With A Terrifying Twist

Paola Santiago and the Sanctuary of Shadows by Tehlor Kay Mejia || Mexican Folklore With A Terrifying Twist

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Diversity     Mexican     LGBTQ+     F/F Romance     Trauma     Generational Trauma     Character Death     Perfect for readers who want: Fantasy featuring Mexican Folklore Fans of other Rick Riordan Presents series. […]

What Lives in the Woods by Lindsay Currie || A Creepy, Atmospheric MG Perfect For Fall

What Lives in the Woods by Lindsay Currie || A Creepy, Atmospheric MG Perfect For Fall

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Horror     Paranormal     Mystery     Sibling Bonds     Perfect for readers who want: Spooky, atmospheric middle grade horror that gives you goosebumps. The perfect fall read. Beautifully written sibling bonds in the face of adversity. Bookworms and book lovers. Haunted houses and creepy woods. […]

Last Gate of the Emperor #1 & 2 by Kwame Mbalia and Prince Joel Makonnen || Hilarious, Action-Packed MG Sci-Fi

Last Gate of the Emperor #1 & 2 by Kwame Mbalia and Prince Joel Makonnen || Hilarious, Action-Packed MG Sci-Fi

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Science Fiction     Adventure     Humor     Diversity     Black     Found Family     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: Fast-paced action and adventure set in space. Hilarious commentary and a sarcastic narrator. Super relatable 12-year-old that enjoys gaming. Very […]