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8,950 books about writing & storytelling
0–3 yrs
446 books
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Langston Hughes: Great American Writer
B. A. Hoena
Introduce your child to the power of words through the life of Langston Hughes, a poet who used his voice to navigate an
Ages 7–10
The Memory Book
Lara Avery
For the teenager grappling with a life-altering diagnosis or the loss of their sense of self. A poignant look at preserv
Ages 14–18
Honeybee: Poems & Short Prose
Naomi Shihab Nye
For the teen or middle grader processing global unrest, these poems offer a peaceful way to see our shared humanity acro
Ages 12–18
Lost Words
Leila Boukarim
For children processing the weight of a family history or the pain of displacement, this poetic story offers a gentle pa
Ages 7–12
The Library Card
Jerry Spinelli
For the child who needs a spark of inspiration to see beyond their current circumstances, whether they are facing peer p
Ages 8–12
Words on Fire
Jennifer A. Nielsen
For the child discovering that words and heritage are worth fighting for. A brave girl risks everything to save her cult
Ages 8–12
The Bone Sparrow
Zana Fraillon
For the child grappling with news of global displacement or seeking to understand the resilience of the human spirit in
Ages 10–14
The Way to Bea
Kat Yeh
For the child feeling adrift after losing their friend group and facing the arrival of a new sibling. This story explore
Ages 8–12
The Hired Girl
Laura Amy Schlitz
For the teen feeling trapped by family expectations, this diary follows Joan as she flees a harsh farm life to find her
Ages 12–16
Muhammad Najem, War Reporter: How One Boy Put the Spotlight on Syria
Muhammad Najem, Nora Neus
For the young activist or history student processing global conflict. A powerful memoir about finding your voice and see
Ages 10–14
My Ol' Man
Patricia Polacco
For the child navigating family stress or financial change, this story shows how imagination and a father's love can tur
Ages 4–9
Adrian Mole #1
The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13 3/4
Sue Townsend
For the teen feeling misunderstood, this classic diary captures the hilarious, cringe-worthy, and deeply relatable angst
Ages 12–16
Redlocks and the Three Bears
Claudia Rueda
For the child who loves to ask what happens next, this clever mashup encourages them to look past first impressions and
Ages 4–8
Egyptian Diary
Richard Platt
For the child adjusting to a big move or starting a new school, this immersive diary brings the history of Ancient Egypt
Ages 8–12
Good Luck Gold and Other Poems
Janet S. Wong
For the child exploring their cultural identity, these poems offer a bridge between two worlds, celebrating Chinese Amer
Ages 8–12
Autobiography of My Dead Brother
Walter Dean Myers
For the teen navigating the heartbreak of watching a childhood friend drift toward a dangerous path and the struggle to
Ages 12–18
Abe Lincoln Grows Up
Carl Sandburg
For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles with limited resources, this poetic look at a young Abe Lincoln sh
Ages 9–14
Missing Clarissa
Ripley Jones
For the teenager fascinated by true-crime who is ready to question the ethics behind the headlines and the secrets hidde
Ages 14–18
No Fighting, No Biting!
Else Holmelund Minarik
For the child who struggles with sibling squabbles and physical outbursts, this classic uses gentle humor to show why fi
Ages 4–8
Reaching Dustin
Vicki Grove
For the child learning to look past appearances and see the hidden struggles others face, especially when dealing with t
Ages 9–12
Art of Miss Chew, The
Patricia Polacco
For the child who feels discouraged in the classroom, this moving memoir celebrates how a single teacher's belief can un
Ages 6–10
The Many Assassinations of Samir, Seller of Dreams
Daniel Nayeri
For the child navigating a world of adults who don't always tell the truth, this Silk Road adventure explores how to kee
Ages 8–12
Fallout
Ellen Hopkins
For the teen navigating the complex legacy of family addiction and the search for identity while growing up in the shado
Ages 14–18
Blues Journey
Walter Dean Myers
For the child exploring how music can express deep feelings like sadness, hope, and resilience, this poetic tribute hono
Ages 8–14
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