Fiction

 The 2025 Best Manga roundup features haunting sci-fi, slow-burn romance, and charming friendship tales for middle grade and YA readers.

Whether they are returning home or going somewhere new for the holiday break, the promise of a magical Christmas romance awaits these teens.

Elephants, mice, and dragons make their appearance in these fun and festive board books and picture books.

These two titles explore the drama, the excitement, and the endless moving parts involved in the world of theater.

These picture books that celebrate found families, friendship, and connection are great choices for holidays shelves.

The new Children’s Booker Prize to be given for fiction written for ages 8–12 will launch in 2026 and first be awarded in 2027.

The books that shine here, including the latest from Leslie Patricelli and Mo Willems, keep it simple, are all heart, and let babies be babies and preschoolers be preschoolers.

There can never be too many Halloween books! Check out these recently reviewed board books and picture books to round out Halloween displays and programs. 

The game is afoot! Give these chapter book and middle grade capers to fans of whodunits and thrillers.