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This Journal Belongs to Indi: A Cinderella Fractured Fairy Tale
Stephanie True Peters
For the child navigating the ups and downs of a blended family, this modern diary captures the humor and heart of findin
Ages 8–12
Poison for Breakfast
Lemony Snicket
For the curious thinker who enjoys pondering big questions, this eccentric mystery turns a strange morning into a medita
Ages 10–18
The Imaginary Veterinary #4
The Order of the Unicorn
Suzanne Selfors
For the child who loves creatures and is ready for more responsibility, this adventure follows two apprentices facing da
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Sylvia Rivera
Claudia Romo Edelman, J. Gia Loving
For the child who feels like an outsider and wants to see how standing up for your authentic self can change the world f
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Claudia Romo Edelman, Sara E. Echenique
For the child who loves to sing, dance, and tell stories, this biography follows Lin-Manuel Miranda's path from a creati
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Selena Gomez
Claudia Romo Edelman, Karla Arenas Valenti
For the child who loves the spotlight or struggles with big emotions, this biography follows Selena Gomez's rise to star
Ages 8–12
Captain Rosalie
Timothee de Fombelle
For the child grappling with a parent's absence or the weight of a family secret. This poignant tale follows a girl find
Ages 8–12
Charlie Joe Jackson #2
Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Summer Vacation
Tommy Greenwald
For the child who would rather do anything but open a book, this hilarious camp adventure celebrates the cleverness of k
Ages 8–12
Historic Diaries #2
Egyptian Diary: The Journal of Nakht
Richard Platt
For the curious learner fascinated by mummies and pharaohs, this immersive diary brings the dusty past to life through t
Ages 8–12
Pocketful of Nonsense
James Marshall
For the child who loves the silly and the strange, this collection of zany rhymes and quirky drawings turns language int
Ages 4–8
Until Tomorrow, Mr. Marsworth
Sheila O'Connor
For the child grappling with big questions about war and peace. Reenie's letters to a mysterious neighbor offer a safe s
Ages 8–12
The Restless Dead Ten Original Stories of the Supernatural
Deborah Noyes
For the teen who is fascinated by the mysteries of the afterlife and enjoys exploring the thin veil between our world an
Ages 12–18
What Could I Be?
What Could Hope Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child navigating a difficult season or big feelings: a gentle introduction to finding hope in the small, everyda
Ages 3–7
What Could I Be?
What Could Hazel Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who loves to play dress up and wonders about the future, this rhythmic tale explores the exciting world of
Ages 3–7
Enola Holmes #3
The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets
Nancy Springer
For the young detective who values independence and needs to see that a girl's sharp wit can outshine even the most famo
Ages 9–13
What Could I Be?
What Could Claire Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who loves to play pretend and wonders what they'll be when they grow up, this rhyming tale celebrates the
Ages 2–5
Out of the Blue
Sarah Ellis
For the child navigating a major family shift, this story explores the complicated feelings of discovering a long-held f
Ages 9–13
Before We Were Free
Julia Alvarez
For the child grappling with news of political unrest or the fear of leaving home. This story helps preteens process the
Ages 10–14
Shell House
Linda Newbery
For the teenager grappling with their identity and wondering how the secrets of the past shape the choices of the presen
Ages 14–18
For Laughing Out Loud #1
For Laughing Out Loud: Poems to Tickle Your Funnybone
Jack Prelutsky
For the child who thinks poetry is 'boring' or serious, this collection of silly verses and zany characters will have th
Ages 6–10
Ivy + Bean #8
No News Is Good News
Annie Barrows
For the child who has a big idea but zero budget, this humorous story explores the creative (and often chaotic) ways bes
Ages 6–9
Keena Ford #2
Keena Ford and the Field Trip Mix-Up
Melissa Thomson
For the child who tries to be good but finds themselves in sticky situations when classmates push their buttons.
Ages 6–9
Keena Ford #3
Keena Ford and the Secret Journal Mix-Up
Melissa Thomson
For the child who has ever worried about a secret getting out, this relatable diary-style story navigates the funny, str
Ages 7–10
Sarang Saves the School
Korena Di Roma Howley
For the child who wants to help their community and the family who cherishes the wisdom of elders. A young girl finds a
Ages 4–8
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