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Best Indie Middle-Grade and Coming-of-Age Fiction of 2024

CHILDREN'S

THE ADVENTURES OF THE FLASH GANG

by M.M. Downing and S.J. Waugh

This newest entry in a dynamic, character-rich middle-grade fiction series doesn’t disappoint. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

ME AND THE MISSOURI MOON

by Nancy Stewart Nancy Stewart

A tale of friendship that is funny, dramatic, and teaches the best kinds of lessons. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

FINDING FOXTALE FOREST

by Madeleine Hewitt illustrated by Victoria Layne

An entertaining, educational, and empowering story for young readers. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

DRAWING DATA WITH KIDS

by Gulrez Khan

A brightly inviting and effective manual for teaching data visualization to younger readers. Full review >

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FICTION

PESCADERO

by Hollis Brady

An earnest, honest, and engaging tale of broken and repaired families. Full review >

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