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Membership status: We are currently CLOSED to new members. We will update here when spots become available. In the meantime, please join in the discussion at the end of each post or page. Thanks for supporting From the Mixed-Up Files!
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Published or agented in middle-grade literature. (As recognized by CWIM, AgentQuery, or other established listings. At this time, we are not accepting self-published authors.)
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I write a ‘Tween series, “Cynthia’s Attic,” with 4 books published, so far. The time-travel series targets readers 9-12.
I’d love to be considered for membership and would enjoy contributing to the blog and discussions.
If you need further information, please contact me. Spotted you on facebook!
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I’m the author of JUST ANOTHER DAY IN MY INSANELY REAL LIFE (McElderry/S&S, Aladdin MIX), SOLVING ZOE (ditto; 2010 Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the Year) and THIS IS ME FROM NOW ON (Aladdin MIX, April 2010). My fourth MG novel, TRAUMA QUEEN, will be published by Aladdin MIX spring 2011.
I’m up for anything, and willing to commit to posting on a regular schedule. Right now I thinking of offbeat ways to keep tweens reading over the summer. I’d love to become a member of this site–and seriously, guys, I never throw tomatoes!
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I always love visiting your site, and I’d love to play a part in it — in any way possible. GREAT JOB everyone!
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My publisher is POD, if you consider these sorts of books, then perhaps you may look at my children’s book, The Tale of Ole Green Eyes, for early readers. You may learn more about my book at my website. Thank you!
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Love finding blogs about the Mid-Grade genre. I’m an Australian author of mid-grade fiction (here’s it’s more likely to be called Junior Fiction) – looking forward to keeping track of you all.
We might come from different continents and hemispheres but I bet we have lots in common.
Cheers
Sheryl
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Hi. I was thrilled to find your site! I’m a middle-grade author with a new book coming out, ONE DAY AND ONE AMAZING MORNING ON ORANGE STREET, Spring 2011, Abrams. I’ve taught Writing for Children at UCLA Extension, and love talking about writing, especially for this age. Hope to become a member!
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Hello,
I’m an Australian author of Middle Grade Fiction. My new series is about a very optimistic and determined seven year old called Alice-Miranda. Random House Australia have contracted 8 books with the first three released since Feb 2010. I am so excited that the first book, Alice-Miranda At School is launching in the US on 5 April. I am published in the US by Random House Delacorte. Your site is fantastic – wish I’d found it sooner!
Love to be involved in any way possible.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline Harvey
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