All the Write Places
Join the team at Longbird Publishing on an exploration of writing, character development, and what you should read right now.
How Do I Find Books My Child Will Like?
With so many books available today, determining the perfect reads for your specific child can feel like a monumental task. Whether it’s themes, too many pictures or not enough, writing style, subject matter, or genre, your kid probably has tastes of their own that also contribute to the decision-making process. In this article, we want to strive to remove some of the stigma around reading levels and assure parents, teachers, and caretakers that all kids are different.
Celebrate Black History Month with Books by Black Authors
It’s the first Monday of February and, in celebration of Black History Month, we’re so excited to bring you a list of our favorite middle-grade books by Black authors. From action-packed tales of adventure to heartfelt stories of friendship, this list encompasses books to satisfy any reader’s tastes. Find your kid’s new favorite book in our list of works by Black authors.
Get Ready to Read in 2024 : Our Book Recommendations for the New Year
New year calls for new reads! Check out our list of the best new books for middle-grade readers this year. From new releases to old favorites, we’ve got your kid covered.
Christmas-Themed Books for Middle-Grade Readers
The holidays are upon us and we truly believe that if you need a little boost of holiday spirit, you need a good, festive book. Well, that and maybe some cocoa and a nice pair of fuzzy socks. Make yourself a cup of cheer and let us help with the reads!
Last Minute Costume Ideas Inspired by Fantasy Series
We’ve all been in this spot. It’s the day before, and you need a last-minute Halloween costume for you or your kids. Luckily we’ve done the research, and we’ve got an easy book character costume for everyone!
Our Top Five Supernatural Middle-Grade Books
We all get into the Halloween spirit with monsters, witches, and villains. One spooky subject you shouldn’t skip is the paranormal! We’ve gathered a list of supernatural middle-grade books that you and your kids can read for a little spine-chilling fun!
Our Favorite Spooky Magic Systems From Books
The leaves are falling, the weather is turning, and it’s time to embrace the season. To celebrate Halloween, we’re featuring some of our favorite books that have magic systems with a spooky twist. These are sure to help get you into the spirit!
Halloween Costumes Inspired By Middle-Grade Books
Whether you’re the type of person who likes to plan their Halloween costumes in advance, or you’re more of the throw something together last minute type, we’ve got the perfect theme for you: Books! We’ve compiled a list of Halloween costumes from books that can suit any style.
Blog Swap: 5 Middle Grade Books on Emotions and Mental Health
We have a special treat today! We are doing a blog swap with Sands Heatherington, author of the Night Buddies series. We’re pleased as punch to share some of their top picks for Middle-Grade Books on Emotions and Mental Health.
Best Places to Read Outside This Fall
Picture this: it’s the perfect Autumn day. It’s 70 degrees, your latte tastes perfect, you have your favorite sweater on, and the leaves are crunching with every step you take. The only thing that could improve this is a good book and a place to read it. We’ve got you covered!
Looking for a Good Book?
Join Mary Jingo on her quest to save the Everything. Dive into the Far From Home Series with Book I, City of Lights. Follow our hero and her rag-tag group of friends as they quest, bike, and fly into strange new worlds.