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Sweet Justice: Georgia Gilmore and the Montgomery Bus Boycott

Mara Rockliff | NONFICTION, Jan 28, 2022

Offering an outstanding take on the Montgomery Bus Boycott from a fresh perspective, this is an essential purchase.

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Fearless Heart: An Illustrated Biography of Surya Bonaly

Frank Murphy with Surya Bonaly | NONFICTION, Jan 01, 2022

A tad uneven, but with standout illustrations; a good choice for libraries where books about groundbreaking athletes such as Raven Wilkinson (Leda Shubert’s Trailblazer) and Misty Copeland (her own Firebird) are popular.

Falling Short

Ernesto Cisneros | FICTION, Jan 01, 2022

At every turn, Isaac and Marco support each other in this affirming story of basketball, middle school, friendship, and family, and choosing kindness and determination over easy cowardice or cruelty. Highly recommended for school and public libraries.

Isla to Island

Alexis Castellanos | GRAPHIC NOVELS, Jan 01, 2022

This historical graphic novel is an inspiring, empathy-building story, accessible to all readers.

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The Last Chance for Logan County

Lamar Giles | FICTION, Nov 01, 2021

A humorous, fast-paced, surreal fantasy adventure story featuring resourceful kids working together to defeat evil; perfect for fans of Carlos Hernandez’s Sal & Gabi Break the Universe. Highly recommended.

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Salt Magic

Hope Larson | GRAPHIC NOVELS, Oct 08, 2021

Readers with a sweet tooth or a salt tooth looking for a historical fantasy will swallow this graphic novel fairy tale whole. Highly recommended.

A Tree for Mr. Fish

Peter Stein | FICTION, Oct 02, 2021

Whimsical, quirky, and unpredictable enough to keep kids and adults alike on their toes, this is a winner for story times or one-on-one—an all-around charming addition to picture book collections.