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8,950 books about writing & storytelling
0–3 yrs
446 books
4–7 yrs
2933 books
8–11 yrs
3373 books
12–18 yrs
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Seventh Raven, The
David Elliott
For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family expectations or the guilt of being the 'favorite' while others strugg
Ages 12–17
Away
Emil Sher
For the child who feels like an outsider and finds solace in their own world. This evocative visual journey explores how
Ages 4–8
Chaos Walking #1
The Knife of Never Letting Go
Patrick Ness
For the teenager grappling with the weight of social expectations and the overwhelming 'noise' of others' opinions while
Ages 14–18
Electric Ben: The Amazing Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin
Robert Byrd
For the child who loves to take things apart and see how they work, this richly detailed biography celebrates the endles
Ages 7–12
Way Back Then
Germaine Arnattaujuq and Neil Christopher
For the child who asks how the stars got there or why animals act as they do, this gentle story bridges the gap between
Ages 3–7
Being Jazz
Jazz Jennings
For the teenager navigating the complexities of identity, puberty, and public life while seeking to be understood for wh
Ages 12–18
Girl Code
Andrea Gonzales, Sophie Houser
For the girl who wants to break barriers and use her voice. Discover how two teens turned a coding camp project into a v
Ages 11–17
West of the Moon
Margi Preus
For the child finding the courage to leave a difficult situation and pursue a dream of a better life, even when the jour
Ages 10–14
Hello, I'm Johnny Cash
G. Neri
For the child who feels like an outsider or is struggling through hard times, discover how a boy from the cotton fields
Ages 9–12
Cold Skin
Steven Herrick
For the teenager navigating the complex weight of community secrets, grief, and the difficult transition from boyhood to
Ages 14–18
Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II, The: The Kingdom on the Waves
M.T. Anderson
For the teen grappling with the weight of history and the search for identity in a world of systemic injustice and moral
Ages 14–18
Nothing Burns as Bright as You
Ashley Woodfolk
For the teen navigating the overwhelming intensity of a first love and the complex pressures of growing up as a Black gi
Ages 14–18
Beowulf
James Rumford
For the child grappling with what it means to be truly brave. This accessible retelling explores the weight of heroism a
Ages 7–12
Still Life with Tornado
A.S. King
For the teenager grappling with an identity crisis or creative block after witnessing family trauma. This story navigate
Ages 14–18
Issues in Focus Today
Up for Sale: Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
Alison Marie Behnke
For the teen seeking to understand global human rights, this unflinching look at modern slavery provides the hard facts
Ages 13–18
Is This Forever, or What?: Poems & Paintings from Texas
Naomi Shihab Nye
For the teen or young adult exploring who they are and where they fit. This lush anthology uses Texas landscapes and voi
Ages 12–18
Ridicholas Nicholas: More Animal Poems
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child who loves to giggle at the absurd, these zany animal poems use clever wordplay to turn the natural world i
Ages 4–8
Library Skills #1
Find a Book!
Shannon McClintock Miller
For the child who feels overwhelmed by rows of library shelves, this upbeat guide uses catchy songs to turn a confusing
Ages 5–8
Stanley
Hank Finds Inspiration
Craig Frazier
For the child feeling stuck or uninspired: a charming look at how the best ideas and most comfortable feelings are often
Ages 4–8
Unbelievable Excuses #4
A Funny Thing Happened After School...
Davide Cali
For the child who uses their imagination to navigate sticky situations. This playful tale celebrates creative thinking a
Ages 6–9
The World of Mamoko #2
In the Time of Dragons
Aleksandra Mizielińska, Daniel Mizieliński
Perfect for the curious child who loves to spot hidden details and tell their own stories while exploring a bustling med
Ages 3–7
The Dream to Read
Nancy J. Cavanaugh
For the child who wants to honor a loved one's memory while overcoming the challenge of learning a new skill.
Ages 6–9
Eagle Song
Joseph Bruchac
For the child feeling like an outsider after a big move, Danny's journey from a Mohawk reservation to Brooklyn offers a
Ages 8–12
Wolves, Boys, & Other Things that Might Kill Me
Kristen Chandler
For the teenager navigating a divided community or finding their voice when parents and neighbors disagree on a passiona
Ages 12–17
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