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A Forgery of Fate
With its enchanting take on “Beauty and the Beast,” Lim’s (Her Radiant Curse) latest is recommended where fantasy and immersive folklore are popular.
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Among Ghosts
An audiobook that blends unique storytelling with an exceptional vocal performance. This is a recommended choice where Hartman’s books are popular. Watt adds depth to each character, crafting a performance that has earned well-deserved critical praise and listener admiration.
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Come As You Are
Adler’s (Going Bicoastal) coming-of-age romance features strong themes of self-discovery, strength, and forgiveness. This audio will speak to those on the cusp of significant change, making it a strong choice for any YA audio collection.
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The Incorruptibles
Magaziner’s (“The Mythics” series) is recommended for listeners seeking a dynamic story mixing action, adventure, and friendship in a futuristic setting.
Bledel’s narration of a much-loved tale taps into older listeners’ nostalgia while also providing a beautiful, fresh introduction for new audiences. This is a treat.
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The Old Sleigh
A thematically rich story for all its seeming simplicity, excellent for shared reading and reflection around the December holidays or any other time.
This book is great for all ages and should find a home in every public library and school library setting.
Not an essential purchase, but a fun addition for collections serving families who love folklore, cryptids, or anything just a little out of the ordinary.
A highly recommended, warm, funny, and meaningful addition to holiday and multicultural collections.
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Welcome to the Nighttime Train
A sweet, soothing take on a familiar daily ritual, not necessarily for the library shelves.
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After the Rain
A strong choice for libraries needing books to support scientific nomenclature for young readers.
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Kai and the Golem
Pleasing illustrations offer a visual introduction to the Golem of Jewish folklore but is less successful as an SEL title.
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Songbird in the Light
Young readers who feel that they too are not being seen (or heard!) will respond strongly to this confident and visually bold declaration of selfhood.
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There Is Not Usually a Hole
With themes of friendship, loyalty and persistence, this would be a good companion to I Must Have Bobo by Eileen Rosenthal.
A lively, culturally rich holiday tale that blends folklore, language, and inclusivity; a recommended addition to library shelves.
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Attack Bunnies
With a great mix of humor, action, and heart, this book packs a punch as a great choice for collections everywhere.
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The Power Tool Alphabet
The ABCs can appeal to younger readers and the detailed information about atypical tools will keep older readers engaged, too.
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Your Truck
This is a natural choice for bedtime collections, toddler story hour, and board book shelves; what could be more delightful than simple, rhythmic bedtime with whimsical art.
This is charming Korean retelling of a familiar story is refreshingly adapted, and will have listeners in story hours clamoring for more.
Rich vocabulary and a hilarious water-hating cat make this a stellar choice for all collections. Highly recommended and highly enjoyable.
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A Quick Trip to the Store
An irresistibly witty look at modern parent-child dynamics, sure to delight at read-alouds.
A choice Spanish-language title for nonfiction shelves and curricular tie-ins.
Purchase where the “Lolo and Birdie” series and bilingual books circulate well.
Add the latest volume of the publisher’s adorable board book biographies to collections lacking Latinx representation.
This Spanish-language biography brings to light the incredible life and contributions of Luz Jiménez and is highly recommended for all Spanish children’s collections, especially where there are gaps in Mexican artist representation.
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The Stolen Songbird
With mystery, adventure, and being historical fiction, this book is an easy sell for a wide range of readers.
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Unfairies: A Graphic Novel
Dense, rich, and riotously illustrated, a full-to-the-brim read for middle grade fantasy lovers.
A charming graphic novel adaptation of a beloved series perfect for fans and new readers alike.
A romp in the British countryside leads to harrowing adventures for the students involved in an engaging mystery, enjoyable regardless of previous knowledge of Sherlock Holmes lore.
For video game lovers, comics fans, and readers who appreciate the grosser things in life, this book will circulate well in libraries that love “Dog Man.”
A highly recommended cozy read. Hand this one to fans of Aiden Thomas and Becky Albertalli.
This modern Dracula retelling is packed with plenty of mystery for readers to sink their fangs into.
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Dead Fake: A Bleak Haven Novel
Modern and relatable, this series opener will delight horror and suspense readers.
Readers who love Holly Jackson, Karen McManus, and E. Lockhart will find this book difficult to put down.
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Forgive-Me-Not
Perfect for fans of Nimona, this sapphic romance is sure to charm fairy-tale lovers who will swoon over the HEA ending. A recommended purchase for all graphic novel collections.
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Freddie and Stella Got Hot
A propulsive, entertaining read about wealthy teenagers behaving badly and trying to survive high school and friendships.
A must-purchase for any high school library’s YA romance collection; this book will resonate with many readers, particularly fans of Quindlen and those struggling with their identity.
A strikingly unique and deeply intimate ruminative journey through a teen’s innermost feelings.
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A Little Step Vol. 1
The first volume in a boldly artistic manga series that effectively utilizes fine watercolor art as a backdrop to an emotional coming-of-age story.
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Room to Breathe
Fans of Jenny Han and S. K. Ali’s smart, thinking heroines will enjoy Indy’s love story.
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The Girl in the Love Song
This book will appeal to upper high school and new adult readers seeking an engaging romance that is as sweet as it is steamy.
Give this humorous and modern Shakespeare retelling to fans of Molly Horton Booth’s “Arden High” series or any reader looking for a humorous graphic novel.
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Before We Wake (A Graphic Novel)
A poignant graphic narrative highlighting the path towards acceptance during a period of sorrow.
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There’s Always Next Year
Librarians would be wise to add this novel to their collection, not only for its representation of people with so many beautiful differences, but because it’s a fun, angsty, poignant, and yet fast-paced story that will speak directly to all teens.
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The Roommate Arrangement
A first purchase. This is similar to other rom-coms that readers can’t get enough of.
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I Don’t Wish You Well
A well-constructed thriller for mature teens that will keep readers guessing.
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The Boy Who Cried Robots!
An eminently easy to read, pleasantly jokey comic perfect for a quick laugh for young readers.
This accessible introduction into young detective Korobá’s world is both narratively efficient and visually exquisite; a promising start to a planned series of graphic mysteries.
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Fiddlehead Forest
A great fit for readers who enjoy the style of “Owly” graphic novels, while also serving as an introduction to the forest ecosystem of a nurse log for classroom units and individual interest.
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The Queen’s Granddaughter
A strong purchase for middle grade collections. Both a captivating coming-of-age tale and an introduction to Eleanor of Aquitaine’s legacy, this novel will appeal to historical fiction fans and readers drawn to stories of courage, growth, and navigating destiny.
A masterpiece about the circle of life through the eyes of one so seemingly small will resonate with readers and provide hope to triumph over some of the most difficult parts of life.
14 quick reviews of new books.
Hopefully you'll find some great titles here to add to your 2026 TBR!
Derrick Barnes has a picture book and a middle grade in this roundup. Plus, nonfiction picks range from Gail Jarrow’s latest to a primer on deadly snakes.
In 1838, sisters Sarah and Angelina Grimké were the best-known, most hated women in the United States. My book tells why.
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Gus Hearts the Bus
A sweet story for bus lovers like Gus, and an endearing lesson on jobs in the community.
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Beyond Seven Forests
For fans of Libba Bray and Ruta Sepetys, this is a well-written, suspenseful story, which would be a great addition to YA sections.
A sweet story that reads like a generational dream, taking on a briny tradition, just the ticket for readers ready to accept that even the simplest foods can have cultural significance.
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Twin Tides
Readers who enjoyed Trang Thanh Tran’s They Bloom at Night and Ryan Douglass’s The Taking of Jake Livingston will find this story endearing amid its bleak, surreal backdrop.
A rousing tribute to two influential musical greats and the swinging sounds they made together.
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My Little Boba
Those who loves boba will appreciate the design and illustrations, as a way to introduce the very small to milk tea.
A wild, addictive ride that sinks its teeth in from the first page and doesn’t let go. Fans of Twilight and Maggie Stiefvater’s “The Wolves of Mercy Falls” will devour this story of identity, danger, and belonging.
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And They Walk On
Sensitive and sonorous, this loving remembrance is likely to affect adults as deeply as children.
A first purchase for early-reader collections.
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Wish You Were Her
A delightful story that shows readers the value in following their passion.
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Cry
This haunting and thought-provoking YA mystery is an additional purchase for libraries with readers who enjoy the supernatural.
A fun and visually appealing all-around look at the wonders of sound, viewed through scientific, historical, and artistic lenses.
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16 Forever
With an engaging premise; relatable high school setting; and complex, heartbreaking romantic subplot exploring memory, secrecy, and pain, this book is a strong purchase. Place it in fiction, sci-fi/fantasy, or romance sections.
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The Deadliest: Sea Creature
This blend of morbid humor and science will resonate with middle-grade fans of nonfiction and graphic novels.
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The Invincible List of Lani Li
A touching tale of courage, family, and the power of cultural heritage that will appeal to young readers seeking stories of resilience and identity; a must-purchase for library collections.
A wonderful story of a Winter Solstice celebration from the Persian tradition. Those seeking to broaden their holiday collections will be well served to add this charming title to their shelves.
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The Uninvited
For a more compelling reluctant vampire, turn to M. T. Anderson’s Thirsty, or for an issue-driven narrative cloaked in vampirism, try Margie Fuston’s Vampires, Hearts & Other Dead Things.
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A Fate So Cold
An engaging, if sometimes predictable, interpretation of the Chosen One archetype and its related tropes.
A thoughtful, character-driven exploration of family pressure, resilience, and the lure of gang culture. A strong addition to collections seeking diverse contemporary YA fiction.
A first purchase and an excellent recommendation for families looking to support little ones in moving on from old belongings.
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Zohran Walks New York
While the artwork is dynamic and polished, the advocacy-focused material is too explicitly linked to contemporary politics in one city. Furthermore, the book offers a too-specific reflection of a place through the narrow lens of one person’s experiences, providing limited information about New York City compared to what can be found in broader books.
A fresh, feminist addition to historical fiction collections; recommended for purchase.
Quiet and powerful; purchase wherever picture book historical fiction is in demand.
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Peachaloo in Bloom
An enjoyable addition for upper elementary and middle school collections as an alternative to “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” and “Captain Underpants.”
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How to Be Brave Like a Snail
Entertaining and filled with positive modeling, this book is an enjoyable addition to social and emotional storybook collections for young readers, and it is fun to read aloud.
An excellent purchase where unique, amusing, and compulsively readable coming-of-age graphic fiction is in demand.
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Robot’s First Snow
A welcome addition to large picture book collections and an appealing choice for story hours.
From tales of ghosts and vampires from around the world, to famous shipwrecks, these books are perfect for young readers excited to explore the world, and hear some fun stories and tales along the way!
Native American Heritage Month, celebrated in November, celebrates the rich histories, cultures, achievements, and stories of Indigenous peoples across the United States. Share these four YA titles, all with Indigenous protagonists, with young readers in time for NAHM and anytime during the year.
This month’s starred selections include titles about donuts, the women of Norse mythology, the Russo-Ukrainian War, and more.
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Thorn Season
For burgeoning romantasy collections, this one has a little less romance and a lot more intrigue, but it lays the groundwork for the volumes to come; hold space for all three.
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Wake the Wild Creatures
Teens who enjoy strong female characters and stories of survival will not want to miss this gemstone.
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He’s So Possessed with Me
A messy, magnetic exploration of queer identity, desire, and parental rejection that veers into supernatural melodrama. Best for older teens comfortable with dark themes and complex relationships.
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