I’m a huge fan of Gillian’s work and have read all three of her middle grade books: Caterpillar Summer, The Queen Bee and Me, and These Unlucky Stars. Today, Gillian is here to tell us a bit about her forthcoming middle grade book, Honestly Elliot. I know you’ll love this interview — and the adorable cover!

Reading Middle Grade is delighted to reveal the cover of Kathleen Jae’s Elanora and the Salt Marsh Mystery! Kathleen’s new middle grade novel is perfect for fans of animal stories and environmental activists. Below, she describes her inspiration for the story.