MAYBE THERE ARE WITCHES by Jude Atwood is a fantastical mystery that rewards readers with delightful misdirections and surprises. Check out what Samantha Hui has to say in her book review of this Fitzroy Books’ novel.
RANBIR: FOLDING NEBRASKA by Mona R. Semerau is a quirky story about two kids feeding their imaginations with mathematics. Check out what Warren Maxwell has to say in his book review of this indie middle grade novel.
DRIFTERS REALM by Annemarie Mazotti Gouveia is a fun read with an authentic sibling relationship at the heart. Check out what Steph Huddleston has to say in her book review of this indie middle grade novel.
AN EIGHTH GRADE GAY-STRAIGHT ALLIANCE by Daniel Micko is a thought-provoking story about the harm that comes from radicalized bigotry. Check out what Toni Woodruff has to say in their book review of this indie middle grade novel.
AUGUST OR FOREVER by Ona Gritz is a heartfelt story of family and truth. Check out what Audrey Davis has to say in her book review of this middle grade novel.
TURNING THE CORNER by Ruozhen Ma is a delightful book about a Chinese American girl’s anxieties and triumphs as she navigates the trials of fifth grade. Check out what Samantha Hui has to say in her book review of this indie middle grade novel.
GHOST BOY by Jan Burns is a great choice for young readers looking for a realistic mystery layered with paranormal intrigue. Check out what Steph Huddleston has to say in her review of this middle grade paranormal novel.
HAVEN’S INDIGO by Sarah Byrd is a middle grade fantasy adventure with imaginative worldbuilding and engaging characters. Check out what Steph Huddleston of IBR has to say in her review of this indie juvenile fiction novel.
WE HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY! by Sonia Myers is an inspiring and heartfelt novel about a young girl’s fight against the climate crisis. Check out what Samantha Hui of IBR has to say about this middle grade fiction novel.
JOURNEY TO JUMBALOT by Ryan Wakefield is a spectacular middle grade tale of tiny beasts making big differences. Check out what Samantha Hui of Independent Book Review has to say in her review of this indie author novel.