To wrap up 2021, I asked the rest of the contributors at MUF what they enjoyed reading the most this year, whether they found a new title or rediscovered a favorite middle-grade book from years past. Here’s what they said: “My un-put-downable middle-grade read this year was THE GREAT WIDE SEA by M.H. Herlong. It’s a suspenseful and heart-wrenching tale of family, loss, and adventure at sea. The love between brothers in mourning is especially heartfelt and adds a rich emotional layer. A story of family bonds and endurance. Definitely on my list of books to re-read!” —Donna Galanti “I [also] loved 365 Days to Alaska by Cathy Carr all the way through! I was hooked from the very start with Rigel fully embracing her Alaskan wilderness life and then to follow her challenges within suburban life. Carr does a wonderful job of showing us Rigel’s new suburban world through her eyes with a wild Alaska perspective. This is a … Continue reading MUF’s Favorite Middle-Grade Reads of 2021