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Dana Middleton

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Atlanta, Georgia, The United States

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Dana Middleton grew up in Georgia before moving to Los Angeles to work in film, television and theatre. She was a producer of an Academy Award-nominated short film, and is a recipient of a Los Angeles Theatre Ovation Award. Her middle grade novels include The Infinity Year of Avalon James and Open If You Dare. She's also the author of the Harry Potter reference book, The Young American's Unofficial Guide to the Very British World of Harry Potter.

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	The Infinity Year of Avalon James 4.23 avg rating — 305 ratings — published 2017 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Open If You Dare 4.07 avg rating — 86 ratings — published 2017 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Young American’s Unofficial Guide to the Very British World of Harry Potter 4.67 avg rating — 12 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Lindo's Light it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings — published 2010 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Truth or Consequences 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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What You Might Not Know About Harry Potter

I am a huge Harry Potter fan. But a long time ago, while reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone for the very first time, I couldn’t help but think: Wait a minute! How are Americans supposed to understand all of this?

Okay, I know we understand the stories. But I’m married to an Englishman and I was acutely aware of how much other stuff we might not get. British stuff—from slang to customs to

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Kenzie Kickstarts a Team (The Derby Daredevils #1)

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Dana Middleton said: " Kit Rosewater's debut, "Kenzie Kickstarts a Team," is an absolute delight! I loved Kenzie, Shelly and the gang, and going on the journey with them to become Derby Daredevils was just what I wanted and needed as a reader right now. A super kickstart t ...more "

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Dana Middleton wrote a new blog post Back to School Bonanza A fabulous perk of my job is to get to meet so many amazing authors and booksellers and book lovers at panels and events. Some back to school fun has Read more of this blog post »
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Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing Cursed by Karol Ruth Silverstein (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I won't lie. I wasn't sure that I'd love a book about a teen with a chronic illness. But I was so wrong. Because this book is fantastic! I couldn't put it down! Ricky, the main character, isn't morose or depressing (even though she deals with some pr ...more
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Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing The Copycat by Wendy McLeod MacKnight (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I am such a fan of Wendy McLeod MacKnight's writing, so I'm happy to report that The Copycat lives up to all my expectations! It's magical and whimsical, and at the same time deals with middle school issues in real and compelling ways. By the end of ...more
May 21, 2020 07:08PM · like · see review
Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing Piper Perish by Kayla Cagan (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Piper Perish really spoke to the arty girl inside of me. Cagan was able to deliver so much desire, heartache, and angst in a truly beautiful book. I felt for Piper, cheered her on, and was relieved when things finally went her way. The perfect read f ...more
May 21, 2020 06:39PM · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Piper Perish by Kayla Cagan. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Piper Perish by Kayla Cagan <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing Kenzie Kickstarts a Team (The Derby Daredevils #1) by Kit Rosewater (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Kit Rosewater's debut, "Kenzie Kickstarts a Team," is an absolute delight! I loved Kenzie, Shelly and the gang, and going on the journey with them to become Derby Daredevils was just what I wanted and needed as a reader right now. A super kickstart t ...more
May 01, 2020 09:42AM · 2 likes · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Kenzie Kickstarts a Team by Kit Rosewater. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Kenzie Kickstarts a Team by Kit Rosewater <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing The Getaway Car: A Practical Memoir About Writing and Life by Ann Patchett	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing Front Desk (Front Desk, #1) by Kelly Yang (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Mia and her story touched my heart. I was equally concerned about her and inspired by her at every turn. Front Desk offers important insight into an immigrant's experience, and it's also a rousing read. For young and older readers alike!
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Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing Some Places More Than Others by Renée Watson	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Amara goes to Harlem to learn more about her family roots and in doing so learns more about herself. I loved this book. Highly recommend.
Oct 14, 2019 07:57PM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Some Places More Than Others by Renée Watson. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Some Places More Than Others by Renée Watson <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Dana Middleton finished reading Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Dana Middleton rated a book it was amazing The Memory Keeper by Jennifer Camiccia (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I was lucky to get an advanced copy of THE MEMORY KEEPER by Jennifer Camiccia, and once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. The book is about the brain and memory on the surface, but it's really about keeping the connection to those we love. A ...more
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