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Tamarind and the Star of Ishta
With an increase in Southeast Asian representation in middle grade fantasy, readers are best directed to other titles. Not recommended as a first purchase.
A must-have for middle school collections; fans of Jessica Kim’s Stand Up, Yumi Chung and Kelly Yang’s Front Desk will love this coming-of-age novel.
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Yonder
This is a quiet yet powerful, story told through flashbacks over the span of several years. Recommended for general purchase.
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Molly and the Machine
A plot-driven, farfetched, romp with a dose of fun 1980s nostalgia that will appeal to readers who want to go along for the ride.
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The Secret Diary of Mona Hasan
Inspired by Hussain’s childhood, the short vignettes of this book are perfect for reluctant readers and may spark conversations about war, Operation Desert Storm, immigration, international affairs, the Muslim religion, and school equality for girls.
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Into the Portal
A solid book that doesn’t do much to push boundaries or show readers anything they haven’t seen before. Despite this, it’s still worth a look for libraries seeking to engage readers who are into Minecraft or other dungeon crawl games.
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If You Read This
A sweet middle grade story where a father and daughter are brought together with the help of their loved ones to figure out their new normal. Recommended for young fiction collections.
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The Lost Ry
A great recommendation for fans of Studio Ghibli or graphic novel series such as Jaimal Yogis’s “City of Dragons” and Mark and Alexis Siegel’s “5 Worlds.” Recommended purchase.
This new series will grab readers with its dynamic plot, video game lingo, and relatable characters. An exciting new addition to the world of mythology- and history-based adventure novels.
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