The Mixed-Up Files

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From the silly to the heartfelt to the educational, MG titles offer readers opportunities to engage with new stories and histories. Join us 9/9 to learn about new 📚 from #DisneyPublishing, @charlesbridge.bsky.social, @pubspotlight.bsky.social, #TundraBooks, & @papercutzgn.bsky.social: bit.ly/45oBS2a

Pile of a dozen books from MG Authorcade

Hey #teachers! Check out this amazing #middlegrade giveaway from @mgauthorcade.bsky.social . ❤️🍎

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📣 Author interview with Melissa Dassori!

Hear about Melissa's latest book, her fairytale inspiration, writing process, and more on the blog:

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#middlegrade #mgauthor #newrelease #mgreads

Thank you, School Library Journal, for including RACING THE CLOUDS in such wonderful company! Congratulations to all! 😊

Full steam or STEAM ahead logo for SunWriteFun NF/info fic summer kidlit writing contest 2025. Runs until 8/18

Don't miss #SunWriteFun!

@carriekarnesfannin.bsky.social ‪@kamillamilligan.bsky.social‬ @natashazimmers.bsky.social @stephf03.bsky.social @mrafson.bsky.social

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#kidlit @buchetbooks.bsky.social @kmgreenwald.bsky.social @swildmansf.bsky.social @readertoreader!

📣 Author interview with Marzieh Abbas!

For We Need Diverse Books Wednesday, check out the blog to learn about the latest book from this award-winning author!

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#middlegrade #mgauthor #diversereads #representationmatters

Last year I wrote a post for @themixed-upfiles.bsky.social about using #AI in writing, but a lot has changed since then. I’d love to hear how people are using it now without short-circuiting the authenticity of their writing. Thoughts?

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Learn about debut author Jack Mackay's book and how scary stories are great for MG readers:

"Horror fiction is a great way for kids to explore some things that they might not otherwise get to explore.”

Check out the blog!

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#middlegrade #mgauthor #debut

STEM Tuesday- book list! Check out them out and see how STEM plays a role in the wide world of sports!

#kidlit, #middlegrade, #MGlit, #STEM, #WritingCommunity, #EDUsky

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Thanks so much for the interview @melissaroske.bsky.social ! @themixed-upfiles.bsky.social

Thank you to the amazing @writerjolene for the review of my upcoming mg #graphicnovel, THE MANY MISFORTUNES OF EUGENIA WANG on #goodreads! If you've read an arc, don't forget to drop a review and join Team Misfortune and get freebies on pub date! stanyan.me/team-misf....

Don't miss my interview w/ @jenswanbooks.bsky.social & Dylan Thuras, authors of the forthcoming #STEM MG, THE ATLAS OBSCURA EXPLORERS GUIDE TO INVENTING THE WORLD. Out 8/12 from @workmanpub.bsky.social. @themixed-upfiles.bsky.social #middlegrade #kidlit
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Check out this awesome interview by @melissaroske.bsky.social of @themixed-upfiles.bsky.social blog with Dylan Thuras and me about our new book coming out on August 12th! @workmanpubkids.bsky.social @atlasobscura.com @steamteambooks.bsky.social

Cool releases for a hot summer!

Check out these great new books on the blog: fromthemixedupfiles.com/cool-new-rel...

#readingrecommendation #middlegrade #mglit

Get the inside scope behind the collaboration of authors Dylan Thuras and Jennifer Swanson as they send MG readers around the planet via inventions and scientific discoveries in their newest book.

#middlegrade, #MGlit, #STEM, #WritingCommunity, #EDUsky

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Awesome Fantasy Books A resource for diverse and global books for middle to upper elementary.

Looking for middle grade fantasy? Fifth grader Fiona rec'd KEEPER OF THE LOST CITIES, WARRIORS, DREAMSLINGER @gracikim.bsky.social ! #5thgradebooks #kidlit

"Dreamslinger is such an awesome book for anyone who likes fantasy, mythical creatures, & fantasy."

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📣 Agent interview with Carter Hasegawa!

Read today's blog to meet an editor turned literary agent, including what he'll be looking for in submissions and how editing informs his agenting.

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#litagent #kidlitagent #middlegrade

STEAMTeamBooks - Check out this website for awesome steam-related books for kids - From The Mixed Up Files Happy 6th Anniversary to STEAMTeamBooks!     If you’re looking for some great new STEM/STEAM (Science, Technoloy, Engineering, Art and Math) and titles to add to your classroom or library this year? L...

6 years of #STEAMTeamBooks !!

Come check out this great list of titles for your classroom or library.

#kidlit, #middlegrade, #MGlit, #STEM, #WritingCommunity, #EDUsky, #ALA, #NCTE

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Get to know the author behind the adorably titled mystery novel: Bubblegum Shoes- the Case of the Contraband Closet.

#kidlit, #middlegrade, #MGlit, #STEM, #WritingCommunity, #EDUsky

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Super proud to be part of this FREE online summit with so many amazing names in the industry. I'll be there Day 1 with my favorite partner in writing!

Scroll down for the schedule and to join!

#writingcommunity, #kidlit, #middlegrade, #MGlit

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Learn all about A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants - Rebecca E Hirsch’s new book in today’s STEM author interview.

#kidlit, #middlegrade, #MGlit, #STEM, #WritingCommunity, #EDUsky

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📣 Author interview with Jeanne Birdsall!

Read today's blog to discover the inspiration for this new book, thoughts on Lahdukan pronunciation and (incredible!) art, and the real Pumpkin the dog(s) in Jeanne’s life!

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Finding Home Again: 5 MG Books About Moving and Identity - From The Mixed Up Files Discover 5 middle grade books about moving, identity, and belonging—perfect for kids of color starting over in new schools or unfamiliar places.

Navigating new schools and unfamiliar spaces can be hard, but here's five middle grade books offer honest, hopeful stories about finding belonging when everything feels new.

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#mgreads #middlegrade #readingrecommendations

Love this interview with debut middle-grade author Barbara Carroll Roberts by @landrajennings.bsky.social on today's @themixed-upfiles.bsky.social. Plus a #giveaway of an ARC of Barbara's forthcoming MG, he Metamorphosis of Bunny Baxter. fromthemixedupfiles.com/author-spotl... #kidlit #middlegrade

Author Spotlight: Barbara Carroll Roberts + a GIVEAWAY - From The Mixed Up Files An interview with Barbara Carroll Roberts about her new middle-grade novel, The Metamorphosis of Bunny Baxter

Come behind the scenes of The Metamorphosis of Bunny Baxter in this author interview with Barbara Carroll Roberts.

#kidlit, #middlegrade, #MGlit, #WritingCommunity

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It’s STEM Tuesday! Consider these writing activities to think like a naturalist.

#kidlit, #middlegrade, #MGlit, #STEM, #WritingCommunity, #EDUsky

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📣 Author-Illustrator Interview with Jessixa Bagley!

Check out the blog, where she shares her inspiration behind writing her new graphic novel, her creative process, and a few hints about the next Jazzy book!

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#mgreads #graphicnovels #middlegrade

📣 Author interview with J. E. Thomas!
We talked about her new book, described as “The Wild Robot meets Restart when Colorado’s unluckiest foster kid battles a rogue AI robot at school.” Learn about her process, love of sci-fi, and more!

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Don't miss my interview with the one and only REBECCA STEAD! Her modern-day MG classic, When You Reach Me, just turned 16 and is celebrating with a gorgeous new cover! @themixed-upfiles.bsky.social #kidlt #middlegrade fromthemixedupfiles.com/when-you-rea...

Diverse Middle Grade Reads for Summer Break - From The Mixed Up Files Summer’s here! It may be hot outside, but your reader can stay cool and get lost in the pages of an exciting book. Here are some reads that will captivate your middle-graders over the break. Malcolm L...

Check out our list of diverse reads for July!

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