Sunday, May 13, 2018
New Granddaughter
We have a brand new granddaughter, Kathryne Brightman Anderson to Jim and Lindsay in Chicago this weekend.
Thursday, May 10, 2018
Summer Reading ideas for your young reader 8 - 13
From an author who grew up hating to read.
Looking for #SummerReading ideas for your young reader 8 - 13? Look no further than these exciting adventures and mysteries by Max Elliot Anderson
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Friday, April 20, 2018
From One Teacher To Another
This letter is from a middle school teacher who has used my adventures and mysteries in her classroom for the past few years.
Dear Teacher,
My name is Sandra Stiles. I am a middle school Language Arts teacher in Bradenton, Florida. I have always had a passion for reading. That passion doesn’t always transfer to your own children. My daughter was a struggling reader. It took another teacher to introduce her to an author whose books she devoured.
I am here to tell you about that author who has my students reading and fighting over his books. Max Elliot Anderson has been one of my favorite authors for several years. Not only do I love his books, but my students love them as well. I have three classes of students who have a remedial reading class, then they come to me for Language Arts.
When I did my first book pass with my students I made sure to have one of Max’s books in each pile to introduce them to his books. Both boys and girls love his books. Almost all of his books are not only filled with adventure, but also mystery.
One of my lowest readers has made it a goal to read all of Max’s books I have on my shelves. He has read eight books so far. The really cool part is that he started talking to some of the girls in the class. Now he has them reading them, too.
When I did my first book pass with my students I made sure to have one of Max’s books in each pile to introduce them to his books. Both boys and girls love his books. Almost all of his books are not only filled with adventure, but also mystery.
One of my lowest readers has made it a goal to read all of Max’s books I have on my shelves. He has read eight books so far. The really cool part is that he started talking to some of the girls in the class. Now he has them reading them, too.
Max has two major series, “The Sam Cooper” series and “The Accidental Adventures” series. Both of these have characters that all kids - boys and girls alike - will love.
I can’t say enough about his books. I highly recommend them to classrooms everywhere.
I can’t say enough about his books. I highly recommend them to classrooms everywhere.
Sandra Stiles
NBCT
ELA teacher/Dept. Chair
With summer coming, reading won't necessarily be on the minds of middle grade students. You can recommend these books with confidence. And I hope Sandra's words will encourage you to add some of my books to your library and classroom.
Find most of my books here, on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=max+elliot+anderson
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=max+elliot+anderson
Note! 9 more books are due to be released in the next 2 or 3 weeks.
Thursday, April 12, 2018
"At the Buzzer" is another deftly crafted gem of a MG novel." MIDWEST REVIEW
"At the Buzzer" is another deftly crafted gem of a MG novel by Max Elliot Anderson and very highly recommended for both school and community library Fiction collections. “I'm very pleased to announce that the April 2018 issue of our online book review magazine "Children's Bookwatch" features a review of "At the Buzzer”. James A. Cox Editor-in-Chief Midwest Book Review
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Thursday, March 22, 2018
Another compelling and flawlessly entertaining read from cover to cover - Midwest Review
Critique: The fourth novel in Max Elliot Anderson's simply outstanding mystery/suspense 'Sam Cooper Adventure' series, "This Property Is Condemned" is another compelling and flawlessly entertaining read from cover to cover. While very highly recommended for personal reading lists and community library collections, it should be noted that "This Property Is Condemned" is also available in a digital book format (Kindle, $2.99). Midwest Review - March 2018 issue of our online book review magazine "Small Press Bookwatch" features a review of "This Property Is Condemned".
Synopsis: A sign outside the old Remmington Mansion read, "This Property is Condemned." Sam Cooper couldn't figure out exactly what that meant. Even after his father explained it, he became more puzzled than ever. So, along with his friends, Tony and Tyler, he set out to solve the mystery.
Sam thought the old place was abandoned. But, when the boys went to investigate, a curtain moved, and they discovered old Mrs. Remmington still lived in the crumbling house.
Sam was the kind of person who would try to right any wrong or help anyone who was in trouble. And Mrs. Remmington was in a lot of it.
So, he organized the whole town to go out and fix the place up like new. But that's when his problems really began.
Why did those men try to scare the old woman into moving? And, why were they threatening Sam and his friends?
No matter what it took, Sam was determined to find out.
Friday, March 9, 2018
What are you doing to encourage boys to learn, excel, have courage or succeed?
What are you doing to encourage boys to learn, excel, have courage or succeed?
A few nights ago, I heard an interview with Dr. Jordan Peterson who outlined the difficulties men are experiencing in our society today. And he traced those difficulties back to when they were boys.
It used to be that many said girls were being left behind. Today, it's boys who need a little extra push. That push can be partially found by encouraging young boys to put down their electronic devices and read.
I didn't do much of that when I was a child, even though my father was the author of over 70 books. I chose a path of audiovisual productions including dramatic and documentary films, videos, television programs and TV commercials because I became a visual learner.
Today I've concentrated much of my writing efforts on adventures and mysteries for readers 8 - 13. And some of these kids tell me reading one of my books is like being in an exciting movie.
If you know boys in your life, family, or circle of friends who are struggling, it could be these books might help.
That's my hope, and I welcome your comments.
A few nights ago, I heard an interview with Dr. Jordan Peterson who outlined the difficulties men are experiencing in our society today. And he traced those difficulties back to when they were boys.
It used to be that many said girls were being left behind. Today, it's boys who need a little extra push. That push can be partially found by encouraging young boys to put down their electronic devices and read.
I didn't do much of that when I was a child, even though my father was the author of over 70 books. I chose a path of audiovisual productions including dramatic and documentary films, videos, television programs and TV commercials because I became a visual learner.
Today I've concentrated much of my writing efforts on adventures and mysteries for readers 8 - 13. And some of these kids tell me reading one of my books is like being in an exciting movie.
If you know boys in your life, family, or circle of friends who are struggling, it could be these books might help.
That's my hope, and I welcome your comments.
My Books On Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_1_12?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=max+elliot+anderson&sprefix=max+elliott+%2Caps%2C417&crid=3PG241EQAPA9Q
Monday, March 5, 2018
March Madness For Young Readers 8 - 13
“At The Buzzer” March Madness for young readers 8 - 13
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