Edmonton, 1985

Mackenzie Middle

A YouTube series and novel following the students of Mackenzie Middle School through the drama, friendship, and confusion of growing up in 1980s Edmonton.

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The Cast

The students and teachers of Mackenzie Middle.

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Grade 8

Minh Le

The heart of the story.

ThoughtfulKind

Grade 8

Willie Niou

The brain of the group.

IntelligentHonest

Grade 8

Shelley Smith

Friendly, intelligent, and naturally kind.

KindFriendly

Grade 8

June Nakamura

Quiet strength and determination.

PoliteRespectful

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Free wallpapers and the official soundtrack — available to download.

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The Novel

Read the full story as a PDF or listen to the audio chapters.

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