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Need a Specific <\/em>Book Recommendation for Your Kids?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I love sharing my middle grade book knowledge with readers and have plenty of free book lists<\/a> on Reading Middle Grade, my website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, parents, teachers, researchers, authors looking for comp titles, and librarians sometimes need more personalized recommendations \u2014 not just a link to a book list<\/em>. If that sounds like you, this Book Matchmaking service is for you!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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After over five years of reading middle grade literature and more than 1000 middle grade books under my belt, I like to think of myself as a walking middle grade book database. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If there\u2019s a book available on a subject, I\u2019ve encountered it at least once. I recommend books beyond the \u201cclassics\u201d everyone else recommends <\/strong>because I stay current with what\u2019s new in publishing (see my Instagram page<\/a>) and can find a book to match any reader\u2019s needs <\/em>(even those who \u201chate to read.\u201d) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You need a book<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whether you need books to hook your reluctant reader, comp titles for your next book, books that meet specific, complex criteria (mystery graphic novels with an Asian main character, <\/em>for example), or just want a fool-proof pick for your next book club meeting, I’ve got a recommendation for you!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Pay for a customized book list<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Payment is easy! Just purchase my Book Matchmaking service for $20<\/a>. After payment, you\u2019ll receive a link to a Google Forms page where you can share more information about your request with me, and I\u2019ll be in touch within 3-5 business days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Get up to 10 suggestions for YOU!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I promise you at least three on-point recommendations <\/strong>(in cases where publishing just hasn’t caught up to the demand yet) and up to 10 for themes with abundant options!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What Educators and Parents Say About My Recommendations <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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As a busy, working mom and educator, book-matching has been CLUTCH in my life.  I have quite a bit of knowledge about middle grade books, but Afoma has an amazing ability to match the most perfect books to my readers. I wish that I had time to read as much as she does, but since I don’t, I definitely rely on this service when I’m in need of book recommendations. I love that she includes backlist and new books in her recommendations, matching EXACTLY what the reader needs\/wants while also offering suggestions a bit beyond! <\/div>
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Lindsay, K-12 Librarian & Mom<\/h2><\/small><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
I just stumbled on your page today and I love it!! Found a whole bunch of graphic novel recommendations for my almost 9 year old girl. She just finished this one and loved it!<\/div>

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I love your page!! It’s been so life changing for us!<\/div>

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Not Every Kid Will Be a Voracious Reader, BUT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There’s a book for every reader, and I’m here to help you find at least three for your young reader! I’ve been recommending books to kids for years, and parents have raved about my choices for even the most reluctant readers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: This service only offers chapter book, middle grade, and young adult recommendations — no picture books!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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I love sharing my middle grade book knowledge with readers and have plenty of free book lists on Reading Middle Grade, my website. However, parents, teachers, researchers, authors looking for comp titles, and librarians sometimes need more personalized recommendations — not just a link to a book list. If that sounds like you, this Book Matchmaking service is for you! After over five years of reading middle grade literature and more than 1000 middle grade books under my belt, I like to think of myself as a walking middle grade book database. If there’s a book available on a subject,… <\/p><\/div>\n\n

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