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Writing & Storytelling

988 books about writing & storytelling

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Those Rebels, John & Tom

Barbara Kerley

For children learning that you don't have to be friends or even similar to work together toward a big, important goal.

Ages 7–11

A Brief History of Montmaray

Michelle Cooper

For the reader who feels small against the tide of world events. Sophie chronicles life in a tiny kingdom as the shadow

Ages 12–18

Northern Light, A

Jennifer Donnelly

For the teenager grappling with the weight of family duty while yearning for a future they define themselves. A haunting

Ages 14–18

Mr. Lincoln's Whiskers

Karen B. Winnick

For the child who wonders if their small voice can truly make a difference in the world. A gentle look at how one girl's

Ages 5–9

Saving Juliet

Suzanne Selfors

For the teenager feeling pressured by a parent's expectations or stuck in a life they didn't choose, this journey offers

Ages 12–17

Jigsaw Jones Mysteries #25

Jigsaw Jones' Detective Tips

James Preller

For the curious child who loves mysteries and wants to start their own detective agency. Jigsaw Jones shares practical t

For the teen or young reader navigating the complex world of Hollywood legacy and the shifting dynamics of family expect

Ages 12–18

The Baby-Sitters Club #29

Mallory and the Mystery Diary

Ann M. Martin

For the child who loves uncovering secrets and solving puzzles with their best friends while navigating the ups and down

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #92

Mallory's Christmas Wish

Ann M. Martin

For the child in a large family who wants to make the holidays extra special. Mallory learns to balance her own big drea

Ages 8–12

Dear Nobody

Berlie Doherty

For teens and parents navigating the emotional weight of an unplanned pregnancy and the complex choices that follow, tol

Ages 14–18

Olga da Polga #6

Olga Follows Her Nose

Michael Bond

For the child with a vivid inner world who loves telling tall tales. These humorous backyard stories celebrate the power

Ages 5–9

The Time Warp Trio #7

Summer Reading Is Killing Me!

Jon Scieszka

For the child who views their summer reading list as a chore. Turn book-related boredom into a high-stakes adventure whe

Ages 7–11

This is a Terrible Book #2

This is a Terrible Love Book - Will You Help Me Fix It?

Megan West

For the child who loves to break the rules of a story, this interactive adventure lets them team up with a grumpy monste

For the child feeling nervous about moving house, join a clever guinea pig who navigates the surprises and funny mishaps

Ages 5–9

Junie B. Jones #26

Junie B., First Grader: Aloha-Ha-Ha!

Barbara Park

For the child who is nervous about trying new things on vacation, Junie B. brings her hilariously honest perspective to

Ages 6–9

Captain Underpants #1

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga

Dav Pilkey

For the child who needs to see that school can be a place of laughter and creativity, even when rules feel strict.

Ages 7–10

Geronimo Stilton Reporter 3-in-1 #2

Geronimo Stilton Reporter 3-in-1 Vol. 2

Geronimo Stilton

For the young reader who loves a fast-paced mystery and a good laugh. These graphic novel adventures follow a nervous bu

Ages 7–10

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly #1

Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal

Jeff Kinney

For the child who has a high-energy best friend and is learning how to navigate a relationship where one person often ta

For the child navigating a changing relationship with a sibling or processing the sudden illness of a parent through the

Ages 10–14

Geronimo Stilton Reporter 3-in-1 #6

Geronimo Stilton Reporter 3-in-1 Vol. 6

Geronimo Stilton

For the child who loves solving mysteries and enjoys fast-paced, funny adventures featuring a relatable, slightly anxiou

For the teen navigating the slow, sweet transition from close friendship to first love while exploring their own identit

Ages 13–18

The Princess and the Christmas Gift

Mistie House

For the child adjusting to new family dynamics and the true meaning of generosity during the holiday season.

Ages 8–12

How the García Girls Lost Their Accents

Julia Alvarez

For the teen or young adult navigating the space between two cultures while trying to find their own voice and identity

Ages 14–18

Baby Professor: Astronomy

Uranus

Baby Professor

For the child who uses humor to navigate school rules and finds power in their own creativity and friendship.

Ages 7–11

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