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Henry Heckelbeck Gets a Dragon
A charming and relatable story with a dabble of magic and a diverse cast of characters make this early reader chapter book a solid addition to library collections.
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Nina Soni, Former Best Friend
A simple but engaging story. A perfect fit for readers who enjoy realistic fiction about friendship and self-discovery.
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How Winston Delivered Christmas
Due to the format, this title is best suited as a gift or to add to a home library.
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Pippa Park Raises Her Game
An enjoyable read with a buoyant contemporary twist on an old classic. Recommended for young fans of modern retellings.
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A Talent for Trouble
Readers will enjoy accompanying Alice and her friends on this fast-paced adventure.
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Bone Talk
This title presents a captivating story about the strength of heritage and community. Likely to do well among young readers interested in untold stories of the past.
Part of the “Rick Riordan Presents” series, this debut novel offers a richly realized world, a conversational, breezy style, and a satisfying conclusion that leaves room for sequels.
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The Forgotten Girl
A solid title for public and school libraries in search of horror with roots in black history.
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The Fowl Twins
Funnier and more appealing than its popular progenitor, this title is destined to become a favorite.
Compelling female characters and an emphasis on self-reliance make this, and the other books in the series, a good choice for those seeking middle grade fantasy with a feminist message.
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Willow Moss & the Lost Day
With whimsy, humor, danger, and surprising twists, Valente’s new series will be a surefire hit, leaving readers clamoring for the next in the series.
Timely, charming, and affirming. A must-purchase, especially for libraries and communities where Drag Queen Story Hour is popular.
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The Boy with the Butterfly Mind
A fine addition that may prompt discussion and help build empathy among thoughtful readers.
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The Cloud Lasso
While reading this book, children suffering from grief and loss will learn about an important tool to manage their intense emotions now and throughout their lives.
The protagonists’ fears and worries are completely relatable and readers will joyfully join in the refrain of, “I’m brave! I’m strong! I’m five!” A first purchase for libraries serving young children.
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Happy Right Now
An excellent picture book about emotional intelligence that is perfect for one-on-one sharing.
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A Trapezoid Is Not a Dinosaur!
This title is ideal for curricular support. A solid addition for most collections.
This beautiful book belongs in all picture book collections, specially given the dearth of books about the inhabitants of the Amazon region.
This is a lovely friendship tale that will be enjoyed by both young readers who already have best friends and those hoping to find a best friend of their own. Recommended for general purchase.
Only Jeffers knows if this 2019 fable is about Trumpian terrors, the horror of late-stage capitalism, or simply a cautionary tale against greed that is as old as storytelling itself. Regardless of its intentions, this minimalistic masterpiece is a must-read for all ages.
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Flash, the Little Fire Engine
A story about never giving up, Calvert’s latest is well-suited for large picture book collections.
Babies love babies. Babies love animals. Babies love learning about the world. This irresistible book has it all.
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Fearless Mirabelle and Meg
A delightful story about twins and a reminder that talent is individual. A fun read-aloud for storytime or one-on-one (or two) sharing.
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Little Mole’s Wish
A general purchase for all picture book collections needing more winter or friendship-themed titles.
A great addition to any library especially with its depiction of a modern, two-dad family.
A suggested first purchase, this title is a strong addition to any picture book collection and an appealing choice for fledgling readers.
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Cats Are a Liquid
A humorous, poetic look at the solidity of cats in all their manifestations. The perfect segue to a science or poetry lesson, and good read-aloud fun as well.
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Encounter
Eye-catching illustrations and a low-key but thought-provoking story could stimulate group sharing about ways we interact with people from other cultures.
A simple picture book with a surprising ending that will charm readers. Perfect for toddler or preschool storytimes.
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Fix That Clock
Cheerful illustrations perfectly complement the bouncy, catchy verse that just begs to be read aloud. A terrific addition to most collections and storytimes.
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Dream: with Sesame Street
A colorful, engaging picture book that beautifully illustrates self-worth, goal-setting, and what to do when one encounters difficulty along the way.
Just the right amount of tension, delicious vocabulary such as “sly,” “plump,” “famished,” and “snug,” and alliterative phrases make this a first purchase for group and one-on-one sharing. Count on requests for many readings.
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You Loves Ewe!
Possibly useful as an introduction to a grammar lesson, but readers are unlikely to gravitate toward this bit of silliness on their own.
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Goodnight, Rainbow Cats
This oversize board book is a super bedtime selection that will also appeal to young children and families looking to enforce color recognition skills.
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Odd Dog Out
Though the message of this story itself isn’t terribly unique, it is a positive riff on the “be yourself” theme told in pleasant rhymes that can find a place in many collections.
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Where Is Mommy?
While not much of a mystery, the simple childlike text and vibrant artwork are effective and winning. A solid addition to most collections.
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Something for You
A timeless story about the beauty and value of friendship that young readers will want to revisit time and time again.
How the shoes came back into his possession and who Ariba is are answered in this quirky retelling of an African folktale.
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I’m Not Millie!
This fun and creative read-aloud puts a fresh spin on a family’s evening routine.
The wonderful illustrations will excite viewers about the natural world but libraries will want to have nonfiction titles on hand to satisfy childrens’ curiosity about the geographic features depicted.
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Every Other Weekend
Romance fans will especially enjoy this title, as it delves into many family and relationship issues. Recommended for general purchase.
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Watch Over Me
While clichéd and predictable, the action never lets up and the romance is hot and heavy. Recommended where the author’s other books are popular.
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Jane Anonymous
A story about lingering trauma, loss, and the journey toward healing, this gripping crime novel could be a documentary from the Investigation Discovery channel. A must-read.
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Beyond the Shadowed Earth
A recommended purchase for libraries in need of character-driven fantasy with a morally gray cast and divine interference, in the vein of Megan Whalen Turner’s The Queen’s Thief.
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Foul Is Fair
This revenge fantasy told from the point of view of a rape survivor will shock and awe some readers. Suitable for mature audiences.
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Wildfire
Advise readers to have tissues on hand for this riveting tale of friendship, grief, and survival.
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Furious Thing
This book will be popular with teens who want to see true teenage emotions reflected in a novel, and will be popular in middle school and high school collections.
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It’s My Life
There is a gap in books with CP representation, and even with its pitfalls, this addition has its merits.
A first purchase for libraries supporting or in need of diverse books.
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Pendragon’s Heir
Those who enjoy exploring new superhero tales or have an appreciation for Arthurian-inspired characters will want this book on their shelves.
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All the Things We Do in the Dark
Teens who enjoyed Courtney Summers’s Sadie or Kathleen Glasgow’s Girl in Pieces will be invested. A standout choice for high school libraries where these titles circulate well.
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Point of View
While the story, and Lucas, become much more absorbing in the book’s third act at a rehabilitation center, it does not make up for the disjointed and message-heavy first half. Not recommended.
Imaginative, bold, and full of queer representation, this is a must-purchase for YA collections.
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Three Things I Know Are True
A heartbreaking story about a topic that is too prevalent in today’s society.
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Infinity Son
Fans of Cassandra Clare, Mackenzie Lee’s Loki, Brandon Sanderson’s Steelheart, Kiersten White’s Slayer and Marissa Meyer’s “Renegades” series will love this magical book that embodies it all: romance, heartbreak, deceit, shifting loyalties, revenge, power struggles, violence, and complicated origin stories.
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How to Build a Heart
An excellent classroom or book discussion starter. Hand this to readers who are ready to tackle these issues with a lighter touch.
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Miracle Girl
This quick read is recommended for general purchase in large romance collections. Hand this to readers who enjoy Heather Hepler or other novels with meaningful yet chaste romances.
Readers who have been waiting for more Genie will not be disappointed. A worthy sequel.
This Austenian romance might find some readers in Downton Abbey fans, but most can pass.
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The Map from Here to There
An appealing romance, at times heavy on the angst, that can stand alone but should be a definite buy where the first book was popular.
A fluffy Cinderella story premise reveals depth as a teen must face her circumstances and make decisions as an independent adult. Alcohol use and sexual activity make this most suitable for older teens.
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Why No Goodbye?
Recommended to all libraries serving immigrant populations and looking for voices unheard, stories underreported, and redemption against all odds. Pair with “Lament for Syria” by Amineh Abou Kerech.
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Wild Honey from the Moon
This ode to determined mothers is a solid addition to most collections, particularly where beginning chapter books are in demand.
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Shine!
Piper is likeable and empathetic and the “bad guys,” while exaggerated, make this a lighthearted and fast-paced book. The strong message about the power of kindness will be encouraging to readers, and fans of Grabenstein’s “Mr. Lemoncello” series will enjoy a different kind of puzzle.
A middle school feminist manifesto that fans of girl-led ensembles like Ann M. Martin’s “The Babysitter’s Club” and Ann Brashares’s “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” will love, and that will inspire future Red Clubs in the process.
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The Dark Lord Clementine
Highly recommended, this title will keep a wide variety of readers entertained with its compelling characters and witty twists on the fairy tale universe.
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Stuffed
An additional purchase; this will appeal to readers who like light scares and a bit of magic.
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The Forbidden Expedition
A delightful fantasy adventure that will leave readers wanting the next book in the series.
A particularly well-crafted, solid fantasy adventure suitable for most collections.
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The Whispering Wars
Fans of Diana Wynne Jones will find much to like in this fast-paced, emotion-packed blend of adventure, comedy, and fantasy, which includes more than a little food for thought.
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On Snowden Mountain
An important book that has the ability to dispel misunderstandings about mental illness; recommended for all middle grade readers.
A twisty, fantastical adventure. This title will be an excellent addition to any middle grade reading collection, especially where fantasy and science fiction are in demand.
A first purchase for collections seeking warm realistic fiction that centers divorce, friendship, and self-reflection.
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Ali Cross
Patterson blends the fun of James Ponti’s “T.O.A.S.T.” mysteries and Stuart Gibbs’s “Spy School” with a bit of commentary about the complications of policing in the modern era. A good buy for any collection serving young Patterson fans and middle grade action/thriller audiences.
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The Missing Barbegazi
Give to younger readers with a higher-than-average reading level who want a magical tale without too much “mature” content.
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The Best Kind of Bear
This is a sweetly predictable story with full-bleed illustrations in a warm palette that invites readers along on Bear’s journey of self-discovery. They will more than likely find it worthwhile. Recommended.
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Bon Voyage, Mister Rodriguez
Young children beginning to learn about the concept of death will find this book to be an easy introduction to this inevitability in their lives.
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Tiny Feet Between the Mountains
Plucky Soe-In may be extra tiny, but her confidence and resourcefulness should earn her a large space on library shelves everywhere.
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The Boy and the Bear
A sweet, gentle story with the important message of being open to unexpected friendships.
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A Day for Skating
Readers of all ages will enjoy the quiet calm that descends upon them while sharing this story as they, too, wind down from a day of winter fun.
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Pluto Gets the Call
An ingenuously funny informational picture books that will captivate young students while teaching facts about the planets of the solar system. The back matter contains fun facts and a note from the author.
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Caveboy Crush
An amusing addition that shows younger children the beginning of a respectful relationship.
This is a must-buy for any parent, elementary, or juvenile collection, and teachers will find this a great model text for writing.
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Max & Ruby and Twin Trouble
This suggested additional purchase holds appeal for young readers expecting new family members and those simply eager to enjoy Max’s latest adventure.
A marvelous vehicle for nature lovers, armchair travelers, and aspiring boaters and explorers.
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Devil Darling Spy
This smart, chilling page-turner of a spy thriller set in central Africa will have strong crossover appeal to adult audiences. A first purchase.
Fans of the first two books will be (and have been) clamoring for this finale. Get it to them as soon as possible. Highly recommended.
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Gravemaidens
A serviceable read-alike for fans of Natasha Ngan’s Girls of Paper and Fire and Renée Ahdieh’s The Wrath and the Dawn.
In Charlotte Nicole Davis's debut YA fantasy, Good Luck Girls, young women escape from a "welcome house" on a planet inspired by the Wild West. Davis discusses how the Old West inspired her to create an adventure story Black and brown girls can see themselves in and to build a fantasy world to understand our own.
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Grape!
Quirky kids will relate to Grape’s struggles to fit in both in school and with friends.
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