Tag Archives: Cybils 2024

Adventures and Prejudice: Accidental Demons and Sona and the Golden Beasts

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Katy K.

Here are reivew of Accidental Demons by Clare Edge and Sona and the Golden Beasts by Rajani LaRocca, two of the 2024 Cybils Middle Grade Speculative Fiction Finalists that I didn’t get to back when I first read them. Continue reading →

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Cybils 2024: 15 Middle Grade Spec Fic Books that Got Away

Posted on January 11, 2025 by Katy K.

Here are 15 books that didn’t quite make the cut for the 7 finalists chosen by the Cybils Round 1 panel that I still loved. They all have strong characters and range from classic fantasy to science fiction, time travel to cryptids. Continue reading →

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8 Ghost Books to Haunt Your Reading List in 2024

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Katy K.

Middle Grade ghost books that came out within the past years, ranging from funny to terrifying, heart-warming to adventurous. Continue reading →

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Last Chance for Cybils Nominations: 12 Exciting Books

Posted on September 28, 2024 by Katy K.

There are just 3 more days to nominate books for the Cybils Award! Here are 12 eligible books I want to read, ready for you to nominate. Continue reading →

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Top Book Picks for Cybils 2024 MG Spec Fic Nominations

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Katy K.

Cybils nomination period is almost over! Here for your consideration are 12 deserving titles that haven’t yet been nominated. Continue reading →

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Cybils Nominations Open

Posted on September 18, 2024 by Katy K.

It’s time! Come nominate your favorite books for the 2024 Cybils Awards! Continue reading →

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Cybils 2024 Summer Reading: Join the Middle Grade Speculative Fiction Panel!

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Katy K.

In case you missed it, there will be Cybils summer reading again. This year, I’m excited (and a bit nervous) to be the chair of the middle grade speculative fiction panel! Just picture how fun your summer will be, reading … Continue reading →

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