Best Middle-Grade Fiction of 2022

by Andrea Beatriz Arango ; illustrated by Alyssa Bermudez

Superbly woven; a bold, deep portrayal of a young voice who needs to be heard. Full review >

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by Rebecca Balcárcel

Inspiring, smart, and beautifully written. Full review >

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by David Bowles

Sublime. Full review >

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by Jaime Formato ; illustrated by Sara Gianassi

Maxes out its stats in empathy, creativity, and character growth. Full review >

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by C.C. Harrington ; illustrated by Diana Sudyka

Tugs on ethical sensibilities and heartstrings with equal strength. Full review >

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by Meg Medina

A fabulous finale to a memorable trilogy. Full review >

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by Alexandra V. Méndez

A thoughtful, richly woven tapestry illuminating the pains and joys of growing up. Full review >

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by David Barclay Moore

An emotionally resonant narrative skillfully connecting the past, present, and future. Full review >

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by Maulik Pancholy

A timely affirmation that hate has no place in school. Full review >

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by Liz Garton Scanlon

A poignant coming-of-age story that explores the ripple effects of death, loss, and forgiveness. Full review >

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by Nicola Skinner

A hauntingly memorable mixture of humor and honest emotion. Full review >

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by Will Taylor

A wonderful, tender story about changing relationships. Full review >

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by Jennifer Ziegler

A lexical story of emotional evolution. Full review >

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