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The Adventures of John Blake #1
Mystery of the Ghost Ship
Philip Pullman
For the adventurous child who feels out of sync with their peers and seeks a sense of belonging while navigating complex
Ages 8–12
Charlie Anderson
Barbara Abercrombie
For the child adjusting to life in two separate households. This gentle story uses a cat's double life to normalize join
Ages 4–8
The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place #6
The Long-Lost Home
Maryrose Wood
For the child seeking answers about where they come from and why they fit in, this witty Victorian mystery brings a hear
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club #125
Mary Anne's Big Breakup
Ann M. Martin
For the middle grader navigating the bittersweet realization that a first relationship has run its course and it is time
Ages 8–12
My Friend, Loonie
Nina LaCour
For the child learning to navigate the bittersweet waves of loss, whether it is a beloved toy or a first experience with
Ages 4–8
The Klaatu Diskos #1
The Obsidian Blade
Pete Hautman
For the teen processing the sudden absence of a parent or grappling with the weight of unexpected family secrets.
Ages 12–17
Night Flight
David Barclay Moore
For the child who feels a little lonely or anxious when parents are away for the evening, this lyrical story turns separ
Ages 4–8
Who Loves Colter
Who Loves Mee Art
For the young child named Colter who needs a gentle reminder of his support system, this personalized book provides cons
Ages 0–5
Cat Tales #3
Smoke Cat
Linda Newbery
For the child adjusting to a new home who finds comfort in the quiet and the unseen, this story explores empathy through
Ages 7–9
George and the Dragon #1
The Egg
M. P. Robertson
For the child learning that loving someone sometimes means letting them go. A gentle story about nurturing a friend and
Ages 4–8
The Unlikely Tale of Chase and Finnegan
Jasmine Warga
For the child navigating the complex shift from childhood play to the more complicated social dynamics of middle school.
Ages 8–12
Steve Goes to Carnival
Joshua Button, Robyn Wells
For the child who misses a special friend when they are apart, this vibrant adventure celebrates the deep bonds of frien
Ages 4–8
Hazel and Twig #1
Hazel and Twig: The Lost Egg
Brenna Burns Yu
For the child who loves to bring home treasures from nature and needs a gentle lesson on why some things belong in the w
Ages 3–7
The Snow Goose
Paul Gallico
For the child who feels like an outsider or is grappling with the quiet weight of world events, this story explores how
Ages 10–14
The Good-bye Book
Judith Viorst
For the child who pulls out every trick in the book to keep their parents from leaving for the evening.
Ages 3–7
The Other Half of Life
Kim Ablon Whitney
For the teen processing the weight of historical injustice and the heartbreak of being a refugee without a home.
Ages 12–17
The Yeoman's Daring Daughter and the Princes in the Tower
Elaine Clayton
For the child curious about history's unsolved riddles, this atmospheric story follows a girl who offers friendship to t
Ages 7–10
The Tear Collector
R. M. Romero
For the teen processing historical weight or family secrets, this lyrical story explores how we carry the grief of the p
Ages 12–18
Who Loves Mee Art Personalized Books
Who Loves Leon
Who Loves Mee Art
For the child named Leon who needs a gentle reminder of the many people who care for him. A sweet, repetitive story perf
Ages 1–5
Who Loves Mee Art Personalized Books
Who Loves Jack
Who Loves Mee Art
For the toddler or preschooler named Jack who needs a gentle reminder of the many people in his life who love and cheris
Ages 1–4
What If It's Us #1
What If It's Us
Becky Albertalli, Adam Silvera
For the teen navigating the spark and struggle of a new relationship, this story explores if 'meant to be' can survive t
Ages 14–18
Dalmartian A Mars Rover's Story
Lucy Ruth Cummins
For the child who feels like an outsider or longs for a far-off friend. A lonely, spotted rover finds wonder and a sense
Ages 4–8
The Map of Remembered Places
Brianna-Ann Awahnde
For the child navigating the bittersweet transitions of growing up and the importance of holding onto cherished memories
Ages 6–10
The Losers at the Center of the Galaxy
Mary Winn Heider
For siblings finding their way back to each other after a parent's sudden departure, this quirky mystery blends sci-fi w
Ages 8–12
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