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Kids & Young Adult Holiday Catalog 2023

StacksFall / Winter 2023Use the arrows on either side of the page to flip through the magazine.The book covers are clickable, and will take you to the book on our website: ebbooksellers.comFeel free to download and share the magazine!For over twenty-seven years, this space of ours has been a vital part of the literary and cultural fabric of the East Bay.This place that we call home, it’s always changing. Industries rise and fall. People come and go. And the ground itself moves under our feet. This bowling alley turned bookstore, has been a community sounding board about these changes. A safe place in their midst. A discovery zone in their wake. In short, one of the best damn neighborhood bookstores you’re likely to find. Are we proud of this fact? You bet. But it’s not and has never been about us.Who are we? We’re glad you asked.We are East Bay Booksellers, and we are yourneighborhood bookstore.About Us•••Can you believe it? The holidays are approaching and–just like that–we’ll be rounding out one year and welcoming a new one. I don’t have much to add other than my appreciation for everyone that has supported the store and the work we do. I hope this season brings you joy and the least amount of possible stress. We have lots of amazing books in the catalog and on our shelves now. So if you need any assistance or recommendations, feel free to contact us, and we can try our best. If we fail, there are always gift certificates and gift receipts. Season readings!

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Purring, Rolling, StretchingChihiro Ishizu, Nanako MatsudaA celebration of cats that is purr-fect for all readers!Opposites Are NaturalKate Riggs, Maria Cristina Pritelli A forest changes and grows in this gorgeously illustrated book and demonstrates the subtle characteristics of opposites in nature.You Are NewLucy KnisleySweet, simple, and silly. Now in board book format from bestselling author Lucy Knisley – a look at the first year of a baby’s life.Dragon’s First TacoAdam Rubin, Daniel SalmieriDragons love tacos? Of course! If you’re a sucker for novelty like I am, this taco-shaped book is adorable.Board BooksALMA’S WORDS / LAS PALABRAS DE ALMAJuana Martinez-NealAlma from Caldecott winner Alma and How She Got Her Name now appears in a series of joy-filled bilingual board books featuring everyday words and simple phrases in English and Spanish.Boats on the BayJeanne Walker Harvey, Grady McFerrinLooking for book with Bay Area vibes without being painfully obvious? Boats on the Bay features the Golden Gate Bridge and our very own special body of water!Bird HouseBlanca GómezA grandmother and grandchild nurse an injured bird together in this touching story about caring for all creatures, the wonder of nature, and letting go—now in board book!

All Aboard! More National Parks: A Wildlife PrimerHaily Meyers, Kevin MeyersTurn story time into an adventure while traveling through nine national parks.Moo, Baa, Fa La La La La!Sandra Boynton The ABCs of Baby's Needs: A Sign Language Book for BabiesLittle Bee Books, Loris LoraA is for All Done. B is for Bath. C is for Cold. Essential signs for parents and babies to communicate basic wants and needs with words and sign language.Board BooksBee: A Peek-Through Board BookBritta TeckentrupThis book is a perfect way for families to share a love of science and nature.Pat the Christmas Bunny (Pat the Bunny)Edith Kunhardt Davis So Many FeelingsLarissa HonsekFrom artist Larissa Honsek, comes a new cast of colorful clay characters to teach toddlers about emotions because we all have big feelings.

I Can Count: Slide the beads, learn to count!Lauren Crisp, Thomas Elliott With a colorful ten-piece bead abacus to encourage a hands-on approach to counting, children will learn to count from 1 to 10 in no time at all!I Am an Animal / Soy un animalAlfredo Soderguit Little ChicksTaro GomiTaro Gomi's little chicks are on a big adventure—and when they arrive home again, their loving parents will be waiting to hear all about it!Board BooksDon’t Worry, Little CrabChris HaughtonWith vivid colors, bold shapes, and his trademark visual humor, Chris Haughton shows that sometimes a gentle “don’t worry, I’m here” can keep tentative little crabs side stepping ahead — and help them discover the brilliant worlds that await when they take the plunge.TootLeslie PatricelliFriendGavin Bishop

I'm Going to Build a SnowmanJashar Awan Ages 4-8In this sparkling picture book celebration of winter and creativity, a boy’s snow day efforts show that perfection is relative and what’s important is taking pride in what you do!If I Was a HorseSophie BlackallAges 4-8In her funniest book yet, two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall captures the astonishing spectacle of a child imagining life as a horse. And with a book jacket adorned with glitter, this romp really sparkles!Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!Mo WillemsAges 3-5The pigeon really, really, REALLY wants to drive the sleigh this holiday! Do YOU think that’s a good idea?Something, SomedayAmanda Gorman, Christian Robinson Ages 4-8With intimate and inspiring text by presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman and powerfully stunning illustrations by Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Christian Robinson, Something, Someday reveals how even the smallest gesture can have a lasting impact.Skating Wild on an Inland SeaJean E Pendziwol, Todd Stewart Ages 3-6In the bay, the ice is thick and smooth. Two children lace up their skates, step onto the ice, stroking and gliding, and the great lake sings again. This book is stunning!Picture BooksTwenty QuestionsMac Barnett, Christian RobinsonAges 4-8Twenty Questions is a charming invitation to speculate without limits and know no bounds! Signed copies available.

Houses with a StorySeiji Yoshida, Jan Mitsuko CashAges 10 and upMore than 30 imaginative houses and the people who make them home offer unexpected worlds to wander through and explore. In each house, readers discover the contents of rooms and closets, what’s at the top of the stairs, and where shadowy hallways lead. Story text provides background and details about the lives of the residents and hints about their past and future.How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?Mac Barnett, Jon KlassenAges 4-8A new holiday classic! Barnett’s charming and playful words combined with Klassen’s signature style tackles the magic of Santa and the biggest question of all: HOW DOES HE DO IT? Signed copies available.Blue: The Many Ways I FeelNancy Johnson James, Constance Moore Ages 4-8Full of feeling and wonder, a child describes all the beautiful shades of blue they feel—from a pale winter sky to a bright ocean wave, from deep twilight to the musical blues—and discovers that one has the power to change one’s many blues into a song or a poem, blue into gold.The Mermaid Princesses: A Sister TaleMaya Cameron-Gordon, Mirelle Ortega Ages 4-8This fun adventure, inspired by African mermaid myth, magic, and spirituality, reminds young readers about the importance of teamwork and the different strengths we can all bring to the table—or throne.Picture BooksThe Big CheeseJory John, Pete OswaldAges 4-8The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best? Eight Nights of Lights: A Celebration of HanukkahLeslie Kimmelman, Hilli KushnirAges 4-8Celebrate the eight nights of Hanukkah with this interactive, one-of-a-kind menorah and storybook set. The perfect Hanukkah gift for the entire family to enjoy!

Hanukkah Upside DownElissa Brent Weissman, Omer Hoffmann Ages 4-8In this delightfully upside-down picture book holiday story, cousins from opposite sides of the globe debate who can celebrate the best Hanukkah. Eight chances to prove it—may the best cousin win!What Feelings Do When No One’s LookingTina Oziewicz, Aleksandra Zajac, Jennifer Croft Ages 3-7An unruly cast of emotions come alive in this romping dreamworld, a place Maurice Sendak’s Wild Things could call home.Masala Chai, Fast and SlowRajani LaRocca, Neha Rawat Ages 3-7Newbery Honoree Rajani LaRocca, author of I’ll Go and Come Back, turns her focus to a careful, deliberate grandfather and his impatient grandson in a cozy family story featuring a recipe for spiced chai.One Christmas in Our Building: A Very Merry MysteryJohanna Lindemann, Andrea StegmaierAges 3-7It's a Christmas catastrophe! Or is it? A unique, heart-warming story about community spirit and togetherness.Picture BooksLila Greer, Teacher of the YearAndrea Beaty, David RobertsAges 5-7From the bestselling creators of Ada Twist, Scientist and Rosie Revere, Engineer comes the story of the very first Questioneer: Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year! This moving picture book about an anxious girl’s arrival at a new school celebrates kindness, learning to face your fears, and the profound difference one brilliant teacher can make in a child’s life.Bompa’s Insect ExpeditionDavid Suzuki, Tanya Lloyd Kyi, Qin Leng Ages 4-8It's time for the twins to go on a nature expedition with Bompa. What marvelous place will they explore this time? Tidepools at the sea? The pond full of frogs' eggs? Maybe deep in the forest? But to their disappointment, they are just exploring outside the door. Yet, as they begin to search for insects, they find world-champion flyers, eaters, and weightlifters. And more tiny surprises at every turn!

Monster-ScaredBetina Birkjer, Zarah Juul Ages 3-8With humor and charm, Monster-Scared shows us how the things we can’t see grow bigger and scarier, how the slightest sound or shadow can send shivers down our back, and how monsters are—perhaps—mostly scary in our imagination.My Mommies Built a TreehouseGareth Peter, Izzy Evans Ages 4-9Building a treehouse is a big project. But when your mommies are there to help you, there's nothing that can stop you!Warriors Legends AlphabetBeck Feiner, Alphabet LegendsGO SPORTS!Picture BooksA Natural History of Magical BeastsEmily Hawkins, Jessica RouxAges 6-10Featuring a gold-foil-embossed cloth cover, a ribbon marker and sprayed gold edges, this gorgeous volume is filled with beautiful illustrations and precise notes detailing the secret lives of magical beasts.Teddy’s Midnight AdventureYoko Mori, Cathy Hirano Ages 5-7A gorgeously illustrated, enchanting story from Japan. A little girl explores her garden with her teddy bear by the light of the moon.Nosotros Means Us/Un cuento bilingüePaloma Valdivia Ages 3-5A moving bilingual ode to the unshakeable bond between a parent and child in the tradition of Runaway Bunny and The Wonderful Things You Will Be.

We Are BranchesJoyce Sidman, Beth KrommesAges 4-8Caldecott winner Beth Krommes and Newbery Honor-winning poet Joyce Sidman team up in this singular celebration of a beautiful, fascinating shape in nature.Rajiv’s Starry FeelingsNiall Moorjani, Nanette Regan Ages 4-9Rajiv has feelings for everything. He can feel confident. He can feel happy. He can feel silly. But today, he feels angry, and he doesn't know why. With the help of his father, he sets out on a journey to make sense of his feelings.The Only Way to Make BreadCristina Quintero, Sarah Gonzales Ages 3-7A delicious exploration of all kinds of breads, from sourdough to bannock to bao, that will tickle your taste buds and warm your heart.Picture BooksI Am a Dragon!Sabina HahnAges 4-8A grumpy dragon gets fired up when he is mistaken for a Very Large Frog in this laugh-out-loud picture book.My Very Own Special Particular Private and Personal CatSandol Stoddard Warburg, Remy CharlipAges 3-8A lively, loving child is taught a thing or two about boundaries by his very own special, most particular cat.Eleven Words for Love: A Journey Through Arabic Expressions of LoveRanda Abdel-fattah, Maxine Beneba Clarke Ages 4-8A lyrical narrative of a Palestinian family in exile explores universal bonds of family, loyalty, and friendship through the lens of eleven Arabic expressions for love.

SpiesDavid Long, Terri Po Ages 9-11A single spy can save thousands of lives. Discover the exciting and dangerous lives of spies and secret agents such as Josephine Baker, Roald Dahl, and more. Recommended for kids who love the Who Was? series and Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales.Guinness World Records 2024Another year, another Guinness Book, and more amazing feats. The Guinness Book certainly wins the record for “Most Browsed” book in the kids section.Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite FoodsGrace LinAges 8-12Award-winning and bestselling author Grace Lin provides a visual and storytelling feast as she gives insight on the history, legends, and myths behind your favorite American Chinese dishes. Chinese Menu makes the perfect gift book for anyone who loves good food—and an even better story.Chloe's Nature JournalMiri Leshem-PellyAges 7-11Chloe asks a lot of questions about what she sees, noting her discoveries, finding some answers, and learning some new skills from the creatures she observes. Without realizing it, Chloe is following the scientific method. And so a young scientist is made!Hidden Systems: Water, Electricity, the Internet, and the Secrets Behind the Systems We Use Every Day (A Graphic Novel)Dan NottAges 12 and upWe use water, electricity, and the internet every day--but how do they actually work? And what’s the plan to keep them running for years to come? This nonfiction science graphic novel takes readers on a journey from how the most essential systems were developed to how they are implemented in our world today and how they will be used in the future.KIDS NonfictionSeen and Unseen: What Dorothea Lange, Toyo Miyatake, and Ansel Adams's Photographs Reveal About the Japanese American IncarcerationLauren Tamaki, Elizabeth Partridge Ages 8-12

How to Eat in SpaceDavid Long, Terri Po Ages 4-8This fact-filled look at the sometimes complicated task of eating while away from Earth will show young readers what it's really like to live on the space station, with engaging back matter that takes a deep dive into the topic and features photos of real NASA astronauts!The Mona Lisa Vanishes: A Legendary Painter, a Shocking Heist, and the Birth of a Global CelebrityNicholas Day, Brett Helquist Ages 10-14A propulsive work of narrative nonfiction about how the Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre, how the robbery made the portrait the most famous artwork in the world—and how the painting by Leonardo da Vinci should never have existed at all.The Lion Queen: Rasila Vadher, the First Woman Guardian of the Last Asiatic LionsRina Singh, Tara AnandAges 4-8A true tale of big cats and even bigger courage in this picture book inspired by the personal story of the Lion Queen, Rasila Vadher, who was Gir Forest’s first female guard.They Hold the Line: Wildfires, Wildlands, and the Firefighters Who Brave ThemDan Paley, Molly MendozaAges 7-10They Hold the Line introduces the roles that make up firefighting crews, explores firefighting techniques, and takes an engaging graphic nonfiction approach to the fascinating topics of fire, firefighting, and fire safety.KIDS NonfictionLittle Library of Natural History (Series)Ages 6-10Gorgeous vintage artwork by some of the world’s most enduring nature illustrators accompany each entry of this remarkable collection of books featuring fascinating creatures and various flora and fauna.

Above the Trenches (Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales #12)Nathan HaleAges 8-12Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales are graphic novels that tell the thrilling, shocking, gruesome, and TRUE stories of American history. Above the Trenches takes to the skies with the flying aces of World War I.Atana and the Firebird (Atana #1)Vivian ZhouAges 8-12A mermaid, a firebird, and a witch become entangled with the mysterious and powerful Witch Queen, who may hold the key to each of their past in this epic middle grade fantasy.MexikidPedro MartinAges 10-14An unforgettable graphic memoir about a Mexican American boy’s family and their adventure-filled road trip to bring their abuelito back from Mexico to live with them.KIDS Graphic NovelsThe First Cat in Space (Series)Ages 8-12The massively popular The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza live cartoon is now an action-packed and hysterical graphic novel series—perfect for fans of Dav Pilkey, Raina Telgemeier, and Jeff Kinney. Mabuhay!Zachary SterlingAges 8-12Can two kids save the world and work their family food truck? From rising star Zachary Sterling comes a humorous and heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel that celebrates food, family, and folklore.

The MagiciansBlexbolex, Karin Snelson Ages 9 and upFans of Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki's work or The Wizard of Oz will feel right at home in the pages of The Magicians, with its fabulously eclectic characters and entertaining, suspenseful, dreamlike story inspired by video games, science fiction, fantasy, and fairy tales. Ink GirlsMarieke Nijkamp, Sylvia Bi Ages 8-12This debut middle grade graphic novel celebrates the power that everyone—even those often overlooked—has to create change. In a vibrant city, two girls from very different walks of life join forces to fight censorship and protect the people they love.The Secret of the RavensJoanna CacaoAges 10-12In this charming middle grade graphic novel, orphan twins Elliot and Liza find themselves taking on a series of mysterious raven quests in order to make money and survive—only for Liza to be mortally injured during one of their adventures. Now, Elliot must team up with a mysterious dark mage in order to save her.InvestiGators: All Tide UpJohn Patrick Green Ages 7-10Unsinkable detectives Mango and Brash are back in InvestiGators: All Tide Up, a high seas adventure that takes the hit series to uncharted waters!Rise of the Shadowfire (City of Dragons #2)Jaimal Yogis, Vivian TruongAges 8-12The rise of the shadowfire begins! Grace and friends return for a new adventure in this second installment of the bestselling City of Dragons series.Influencers: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #5)Dav PilkeyAges 7 and upThe newest graphic novel in the #1 bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of Dog Man! The Cat Kid Comic Club is in crisis! After learning that one of their comics will be published, the baby frogs are filled with anxiety and doubt. How will they get their creative groove back?KIDS Graphic Novels

Junior High (Tegan and Sara #1)Tegan Quin, Sara Quin, Tillie Walden Ages 10-14From indie-pop twin-sister duo Tegan and Sara comes a contemporary middle grade graphic novel that explores growing up, coming out, and finding yourself through music and sisterhood, perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier's Sisters.Snow and Sorcery (The Cardboard Kingdom #3)Chad SellAges 9-12It’s winter break in the Cardboard Kingdom, and kids from the town across the park want to play together! But according to the evil Sorceress, not just anyone can join the kingdom. So it won’t be long before the two communities spiral into battle.MulyssesOyvind Torseter, Kari DicksonAges 8 and upAn astonishing, high-adventure graphic novel that playfully remixes The Odyssey, Moby Dick, and more, from Norway’s greatest cartoonist. Bea WolfZach Weinersmith, Boulet Ages 8-12A modern middle-grade graphic novel retelling of Beowulf, featuring a gang of troublemaking kids who must defend their tree house from a fun-hating adult who can instantly turn children into grown-ups.Curlfriends: New in TownSharee MillerAges 8-12New Kid meets The Baby-sitters Club in this graphic novel series opener about the Curlfriends, four inseparable Black girls who show us the meaning of true friendship—and being your true self.KIDS Graphic NovelsWings of Fire: A Guide to the Dragon WorldTui T Sutherland, Joy Ang Ages 8-12A Guide to the Dragon World explores the history, mythology, and folklore of the beloved series in a truly spectacular and gift-worthy edition! (Note: This is a gift book. Not an actual story. However, the illustrations are consistent with the graphic novels.)

To The IceThomas Tidholm, Anna-Clara TidholmAges 6-9Originally written in Swedish, three children, Ida, Max, and Jack, go on a polar expedition in this thrilling adventure story for newly independent readers that blurs realism and imagination.The 156-Story Treehouse: Holiday Havoc! (Treehouse Books #12)Andy Griffiths, Terry DentonAges 6-10It’s the night before Christmas but Andy and Terry aren’t ready yet! The wonderfully random slapstick humor is a treat for all and tailor-made for reluctant readers.The Apartment on Poppy HillNina LaCour, Sonia AlbertAges 7-101106 Wildflower Place is no ordinary apartment house. But you, reader, are no ordinary visitor. So, please, come in! This big hearted series is about community and friendship, family and neighbors,. It is about walking dogs that aren’t yours, keeping surprises secret, and making everyone feel at home. Middle Grade - Chapter BooksThe Story of Gumluck the WizardAdam RexAges 6-9This is a story about magic, if you like that kind of thing. But mostly, it is about a friendly little wizard who lives inside a big hill and really, really, really wants to be a hero. His name is Gumluck, and he is a bumbling noodlehead.Two Green BirdsGeraldo ValeroAges 6-9Francisco’s grandmother has a surprise for him. In her backyard is a guava tree, and in the tree hangs a cage containing two green birds. What happens next?The Case of the Strange Splash (Detective Duck #1)Henry Winkler, Lin Oliver, Dan SantatAges 6-9Willow Feathers McBeaver, aka Detective Duck, is a crime-solving duck who can crack any case–no matter how hard-boiled!

The Chalice of the Gods (Percy Jackson and the Olympians #6)Rick Riordan Ages 8-12After saving the world multiple times, Percy Jackson is hoping to have a normal senior year. Unfortunately, the gods aren’t quite done with him. Percy will have to fulfill three quests in order to get the necessary three letters of recommendation from Mount Olympus for college. Middle Grade - Chapter BooksCatwings (Series)Ursula K Le Guin, S D Schindler Ages 5-9A litter of winged kittens flee the city for the countryside in legendary author Ursula K. Le Guin’s bestselling Catwings chapter book series, now with a new look!Link + Hud: Heroes by a HairJarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey Ages 9-12With warm and authentic humor, Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey have blended prose and graphic novel-style illustrations to craft a unique and subversive new series full of brotherly mischief and mayhem.AlebrijesDonna Barba HigueraAges 10-14This is the story as it was told to me by Leandro the Mighty. From Donna Barba Higuera, Newbery and Pura Belpré Medal-winning author of The Last Cuentista, comes another novel to astonish us and create a whole new imaginative world, that holds a mirror to our own.Ruby Lost and FoundChristina Li Ages 8-12This touching middle grade novel maps one girl’s quest to remember her grandfather through his scavenger hunts; reconnect with her family; and fight for her community in her rapidly changing hometown.

The MarvellersDhonielle Clayton, Khadijah Khatib Ages 8-12Eleven-year-old Ella Durand is the first Conjuror to attend the Arcanum Training Institute, a magic school in the clouds where Marvellers from around the world practice their cultural arts.The Little Match Girl Strikes BackEmma Carroll, Lauren ChildAges 8-12A far cry from the doomed little girl in Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale, Emma Carroll’s spirited heroine brings new life to this empowering retelling, inspired by historical events and featuring Lauren Child’s bold, stylish black-and-white artwork.The Sun and the StarRick Riordan, Mark Oshiro Ages 10-14Demigods Nico di Angelo and Will Solace must endure the terrors of Tartarus to rescue an old friend in this thrilling adventure.Middle Grade - Chapter BooksThe Eyes and the ImpossibleDave Eggers, Shawn Harris Ages 8-12From the award-winning author of The Every and the illustrator behind the beloved picture book Her Right Foot comes an endearing and beautifully illustrated story of a dog who unwittingly becomes a hero to a park full of animals. Great for fans of The Wild Robot and Pax.No Brainer (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book #18)Jeff KinneyAges 8-12In No Brainer, book 18 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, it’s up to Greg to save his crumbling school before it’s shuttered for good.

The Wild Robot ProtectsPeter BrownAges 8-12This thrilling third installment of the Wild Robot series takes readers on a new adventure through the ocean and to the frigid northern waters where Roz may have to make the ultimate sacrifice.Lei and the Fire GoddessMalia Maunakea Ages 8-12Curses aren't real. At least, that's what twelve-year-old, part-Hawaiian Anna Leilani Kamaʻehu thinks when she listens to her grandmother's folktales. So when Anna goes back to Hawaiʻi to visit her Tūtū, she’s set on having a touristy, fun vacation. But when Anna accidentally insults Pele the fire goddess by destroying her lehua blossom, she quickly learns just how real these moʻolelo are.Spy School Goes NorthStuart GibbsAges 8-12Ben Ripley goes on a rescue mission when one of his own is abducted from a remote Alaskan training facility.The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of DreamsDaniel Nayeri, Daniel MiyaresAges 8-12The Silk Road comes to life in this picaresque epic adventure with twists and turns and a wonderful surprise ending from Printz Medalist Daniel Nayeri.Stuntboy, In-Between Time (Stuntboy #2)Jason Reynolds, Raúl the Third Ages 7-12A follow-up to the hilarious, hopeful, and action-packed middle grade novel Stuntboy, in the Meantime about the greatest young superhero you’ve never heard of ;pMiddle Grade - Chapter BooksJawbreakerChristina WymanAge 8-12Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier's Smile, the bestselling and refreshingly honest middle-grade debut novel about toxic sibling rivalry, socioeconomic disparity, and dental drama.

The Improbable Tales of Baskerville HallAli StandishAges 8-12A thrilling middle grade tale featuring hair-raising adventures, new friendships, secret societies, and the mind behind one of the greatest detectives of all time: Sherlock Holmes.The Widely Unknown Myth of Apple & DorothyCorey Ann HayduAges 8-12A spellbinding tale following the modern-day descendants of ancient Greek gods—and how two young girls struggling against the weight of the family history end up becoming their own epic myth with large consequences.The Very Unfortunate Wish of Melony YoshimuraWaka T. BrownAges 8-12In this magical and chilling Coraline-esque retelling of the Japanese folktale “The Melon Princess and the Amanjaku," one girl must save herself—and her loved ones—from a deceitful demon she befriended.WreckerCarl HiaasenAges 8-12Wrecker needs to deal with smugglers, grave robbers, and pooping iguanas—just as soon as he finishes Zoom school. Welcome to another wild adventure in Carl Hiaasen's Florida!Ginny Off the MapCaroline Hickey, Kelly MurphyAges 8-12With a fierce heart and steadfast determination, Ginny tackles the challenges and rewards of staying true to herself during a season of growth. This thoughtful novel explores the strength that develops through adversity; Ginny must learn to trust her inner compass as she navigates the world around her.Middle Grade - Chapter BooksOperation SisterhoodOlugbemisola Rhuday-PerkovichAges 8-12Four new sisters band together in the heart of New York City. Discover this jubilant novel about the difficulties of change, the loyalty of sisters, and the love of family.

How to Love: A Guide to Feelings & Relationships for EveryoneAlex NorrisAges 14 and upChatty and confessional, humorous and heartfelt, and inclusive of all genders and sexualities, this graphic handbook pairs a classic Q&A format with Alex Norris’s bright, accessible, and unmistakably clever meta comic style. Certain to resonate with teens and adults, this one-of-a-kind guide offers valuable insights on everything from first love to self-love and love ever after.Goddess CrownShade LapiteAges 13-17In this thrilling Afro-fantasy, the first set in the lush, opulent kingdom of Galla, a girl raised in secret must leave her sheltered rural home for the subtle dangers of the royal court, where she becomes caught up in deadly power struggles and romantic intrigue.Family Style: Memories of an American from VietnamThien PhamAges 14-18A moving young adult graphic memoir about a Vietnamese immigrant boy's search for belonging in America, perfect for fans of American Born Chinese and The Best We Could Do.How Do You Live?Genzaburo Yoshino, Bruno Navasky, Neil GaimanAges 10-14First published in 1937 in Japan, Genzaburō Yoshino’s How Do You Live? has long been an important book for Academy Award-winning animator Hayao Miyazaki. Perfect for readers of philosophical fiction like The Alchemist and The Little Prince, How Do You Live? serves as a thought-provoking guide for young readers as they grow up in a world both infinitely large and unimaginably small.Young AdultAmerica Redux: Visual Stories from Our Dynamic HistoryAriel Aberg-RigerAges 14 and upFully illustrated with collaged archival photographs, maps, documents, graphic elements, and handwritten text, this book is a dazzling, immersive experience that jumps around in time and will make you view history in a whole different light.The AgathasKathleen Glasgow, Liz Lawson Ages 14 and upWho killed Brooke Donovan? It’s the biggest mystery of the summer, and everyone in Castle Cove thinks they know what happened. But they're wrong. Two unlikely friends come together to solve the case in this fast-paced, fun, modern Agatha Christie inspired thriller.

The Siren, the Song, and the SpyMaggie Tokuda-HallAges 14 and upIn this second vibrant fantasy from Maggie Tokuda-Hall, companion to her best-selling debut, The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea, a diverse resistance force fights to topple an empire in a story about freedom, identity, and decolonization.Ander & Santi Were HereJonny Garza Villa Ages 14-18Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universemeets The Sun is Also a Star in this YA contemporary love story about a nonbinary Mexican American teen falling for the shy new waiter at their family’s taqueria.The Spirit Bares Its TeethAndrew Joseph WhiteAges 14 and upFeaturing an autistic trans protagonist in a historical setting, Andrew Joseph White’s much-anticipated sophomore novel does not back down from exposing the violence of the patriarchy and the harm inflicted on trans youth who are forced into conformity.Young AdultElatsoeDarcie Little Badger, Rovina CaiAges 12-18Elatsoe—Ellie for short—lives in an alternate contemporary America shaped by the ancestral magics and knowledge of its Indigenous and immigrant groups. She can raise the spirits of dead animals—most importantly, her ghost dog Kirby. When her beloved cousin dies, all signs point to a car crash, but his ghost tells her otherwise: He was murdered.Heartstopper #5Alice OsemanRelease Date: Dec 19This Winter: A Heartstopper NovellaOut now!

Everything Sad is UntrueDaniel NayeriAges 12-18A sprawling, evocative, and groundbreaking autobiographical novel told in the unforgettable and hilarious voice of a young Iranian refugee. It is a powerfully layered novel that poses the questions: Who owns the truth? Who speaks it? Who believes it?Promises Stronger Than Darkness (Unstoppable #3)Charlie Jane AndersAges 13-18With only a ragtag band of misfits, crewmates, earthlings, friends, lovers (and one annoying frenemy), the Unstoppable Crew are up against the universe and they soon find that in order to survive, they may have to cross a line they vowed never to cross.Check & MateAli HazelwoodAges 14 and upIn this clever and swoonworthy YA debut from the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis, life’s moving pieces bring rival chess players together in a match for the heart.The Brothers HawthorneJennifer Lynn Barnes Ages 12 and upDrawn into twisted games on opposite sides of the globe, Grayson and Jameson—with the help of their brothers and the girl who inherited their grandfather’s fortune—must dig deep to decide who they want to be and what each of them will sacrifice to win.Young AdultRez BallByron Graves Ages 13 and upThe relatable, high-stakes story of a young athlete determined to play like the hero his Ojibwe community needs him to be.A Study in DrowningAva ReidAges 14 and up Part historical fantasy, part rivals-to-lovers romance, part Gothic mystery, and all haunting, dreamlike atmosphere will allure readers.