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Highly recommended for high school students, this would make a great reading group book to discuss.
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The Different Tree
A worthy addition to a collection frequented by nature lovers, and a book that takes an unusual and welcome approach to the seasons.
Come for the culinary competition, stay for the incisive take on social issues. Recommended for all libraries.
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Wild Dreamers
An engaging novel in verse that touches on serious issues but is uplifting and hopeful. Recommended for middle and high school libraries.
This delightfully chilling romp with a brave and clever orphan is a Halloween tale with heart, that would be a splendid read-aloud at Halloween.
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The Darkness Rises
Suspense stories are in high demand with teens and this one won’t disappoint. Readers will be left with their jaws hanging open when all is revealed.
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Just Another Epic Love Poem
A love affair among poetry, Iranian culture, and teenage angst is happily fused in Akhbari’s debut.
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Do I Have to Go to the Party?
A winning series continues targeting young readers who need help processing emotions, making this an essential purchase.
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Ruby René Had So Much to Say
An empowering and inspiring story that encourages young readers to pursue their passions and make their voices heard.
Best for audiences already introduced to the Tiny Chef.
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And Then There Was Us
A well-written, thoughtful, and sympathetic deep dive into understanding and surviving an abusive parent.
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El nuevo mundo
Recommended as an additional purchase where Castilian Spanish is popular or short chapter books are sought.
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Out of Blue Comes Green
Queer teens and allies will appreciate a book with a trans protagonist and enjoy the read, even with the major plot holes.
Creepiness abounds, but not enough for readers to fully set sail aboard this ship.
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Get Ready for Halloween
This delightful Halloween-themed story would be a wonderful addition to any library’s collection, perfect for sparking excitement and enthusiasm about the spooky season.
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El carrito de churros
Purchase this celebration of family, culture, and hard work for all Spanish-language picture book collections.
A breathtaking, bilingual offering that can be used with countless themed story times and read-alouds. Shelve alongside Carole Lindstrom’s My Powerful Hair.
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How Mom Met Mama
While this type of gentle queer representation in storytelling is valuable, the story and the artwork are too unpolished to recommend for purchase.
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The Dare
Readers willing to suspend disbelief will be treated to a solid murder mystery; this is a fantastic bridge into the world of adult thriller.
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10 Things I Hate About Prom
Teens will enjoy this title with its comedic plot twists, U.S. high school drama themes, and the friendship-to-love relationship between two realistic Latinx teens.
A New York City blackout and romance in Taipei provide the settings for some of these teen books.
Stories of children with parents behind bars are as diverse as the millions of real-life kids familiar with the experience. These 19 fiction and nonfiction titles may offer an empathetic, metaphoric hand for young readers to hold.
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Moonstorm
Hand to readers who are too young for Xiran Jay Zhao’s Iron Widow. An additional purchase for collections actively seeking more science fiction.
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Malicia
High-energy but decidedly disappointing. Only recommended if readers are looking to scratch that spooky amusement park itch.
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Heiress Takes All
This romance-infused heist novel is ultimately a solid choice for most collections.
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Bite Me, Royce Taslim
A sweet, unique rom-com that is recommended for high school libraries.
This imaginative retelling of the story of Huck’s red-headed sweetheart is a rollicking adventure full of rich characterizations that will be enjoyed by junior high and high school readers regardless of whether they have read the book that inspired it.
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The Calculation of You and Me
A one-sit read rom-com with lots of heart and plenty of sarcasm, perfect for Jenny Han or Emma Lord aficionados.
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If You Can’t Take the Heat
A refreshingly different take on the romance genre, written from the male perspective, and a great purchase for all libraries.
A solid collection of speculative queer YA, fitting for monster lovers. Recommended for fans of the various notable contributors to this collection.
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I Wish You Would
A feel-good love story that touches on important issues faced by young adults today. Recommend where upper YA books are popular.
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It’s Only a Game
Unputdownable. Readers of thrillers, such as Kathryn Foxfield’s Tag, You’re Dead, will enjoy this debut, as will video game aficionados.
A novel long overdue. Highly recommended for teen collections, particularly for readers wanting stories centralizing Black characters and experiences.
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Girls Like Her
For fans of emotionally intense reading, like Ellen Hopkins’s Crank and books by Tiffany D. Jackson.
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The Ghost of Us
An optional purchase; give to romance fans looking for something with a paranormal layer.
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Markless
The romance here burns slowly and will hook readers who enjoy sapphic fantasy. This one is also sure to be a hit with the fanbase Malburi has already built as a popular fanfic author.
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Four Eids and a Funeral
A sweet romance about finding your way back to those who matter most.
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One Killer Problem
A funny, inclusive, and queer whodunit that teens will be dying to read. Recommended for school and public libraries.
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Beach Cute
This is a beach read coupled with a coming-of-age story and will appeal to readers of many genres. Fans of Sarah Dessen and Lynn Painter will enjoy.
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Sunday Money
At times, the story stalls, but readers who stick it out will be glad they did. A general purchase for libraries.
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Twelfth Knight
A coming-of-age Shakespearean revamp where building personal connections, while unapologetically being yourself, is at the forefront of this romantic comedy.
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Looking for Smoke
Mystery veterans will find familiar tropes leading to the reveal, but the windows into contemporary Native American culture make this a compelling read. Recommended.
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Poison in Their Hearts
Love and machinations run rampant in a satisfying end to the trilogy. For collections where the first two installments are popular.
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Bibsy Cross and the Bad Apple
This should circulate often in an elementary library and keep readers engaged enough to continue with the subsequent books.
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Action Dude
Steeped in clever humor, this story is worthy of multiple readings and will leave readers wanting more. Give this one to fans of “Dog Man” and “Katie the Catsitter.”
Early elementary readers will delight in Willa and Wade’s high jinks, while grown-ups will appreciate the underlying lesson of resilience. A solid addition to school and public collections.
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Buns Gone Bad
Fans of “The Bad Guys’’ series by Aaron Blabey will welcome these rascally rabbits in this new series that’s ideal for any graphic novel collection.
A clever and charming early reader with a fun out-of-the-blue turn of events and just a few words per page, this is an ideal story for burgeoning readers and a welcome book for any collection.
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Pete the Cat: Scaredy Cat!
Recommended for purchase where Pete and early readers are in demand.
A serviceable addition to early reader collections, and an obvious choice for libraries where the chapter book series is popular.
Hank’s story will break readers’ hearts before putting them back together again. Highly recommended for all middle grade collections.
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Moon Madness
A speedy but satisfying read that should appeal to a wide range of readers who want the perfect combination of scary, clever, funny, and quick.
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Ratty
A bizarre, sweet story of self-discovery and compassion that the right readers will enjoy, if they can get past the rodents of unusual size.
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Ghostly, Ghastly Tales
A horror anthology that will find an eager audience of young thrill seekers.
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Asking for a Friend
Ultimately this sweet novel reads like an old-school afternoon TV special. It’s realistic, if a bit cheesy, light entertainment with an obvious and hopeful message.
Highly recommended for readers looking for a unique take on the werewolf trope. Readers will root for the gentle and introspective protagonist.
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The Strange Wonders of Roots
Hand this book to young readers who love realistic fiction and want to save the planet.
Descriptive language and varying types of poetry make this an enjoyable read, but the element of horror is minimal. Recommended for readers who ask for a scary book but aren’t quite ready for R.L. Stine or Mary Downing Hahn.
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The Girl Who Kept the Castle
An enchanting middle grade fantasy and excellent start to this adventurous duology.
This book features a diverse cast of characters for readers who like cooking, mysteries, and realistic fiction; it will circulate well in libraries where mysteries and friendship stories are popular.
This title will receive a double-dose of popularity in its combination of two favorite subjects: dinosaurs and Halloween.
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The Littlest Pumpkin
Add to collections with room on the holiday shelves that are in need of Halloween books for a younger audience.
A heartwarming story for Día de Muertos celebrations and displays.
An interactive, year-round read for both old and new fans of the movie.
Recommended for purchase in public and preschool libraries as a new Halloween title that will likely bring laughter and learning.
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Trick or Treat on Scary Street
Bass’s Halloween scare is a fresh fright to rejuvenate holiday collections.
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Diwali
For school libraries or teachers seeking a new resource to introduce students to Diwali, this book is an excellent choice. However, if the collection already includes books on Diwali, this is an additional purchase.
A friendly, simple celebration of Rosh Hashanah, best suited for the very young.
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Once Upon a Diwali
A great addition to libraries looking for Diwali books for younger readers.
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Las Posadas: Numbers/Números
A lovely way to practice counting, especially during this holiday, and a great addition to bilingual board book collections.
Recommended for collections in which holiday books are popular.
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Skeletown: Más. ¡Menos!
A picture book about opposites that will charm young children. Read this one in a Halloween story time at the public library or in a preschool classroom.
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I Got the Spooky Spirit
This festive frolic is perfect for a younger audience who like the idea of scary more than they want actual scares.
Emphatically recommended. Readers will fall in love with Nayva and her family.
Zany and offbeat, this Halloween caper will appeal to readers craving sheer silliness.
Recommended as a title for public and preschool libraries. The combination of a new bedtime story, holiday theme, and flaps is likely to be a crowd pleaser for children and their adult readers.
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A Turkish Rosh Hashanah
A solid addition to any collection to show the diversity in Jewish cultures.
A rich, rhythmic ode celebrating Día de Muertos, this read-aloud is recommended for all school and public library holiday collections.
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Oh, Halloween Tree
A spirited, spooky board book sure to entice readers to decorate a Halloween tree of their own.
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Trunk-or-Treat
Not only a delightful read-aloud but also a celebration of the spirit of Halloween.
A poignant exploration of courage and resilience, perfect for young readers navigating their own fears and uncertainties. A valuable addition to any collection focusing on social-emotional development and self-acceptance.
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Little Ghost Makes a Friend
A tender tale of courage and connection for readers who prefer Halloween stories with more treats than tricks.
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Feeling Boo
The important message found between the pages of this book needs to be heard by little ones, and even if they do not completely understand some of the text, perhaps the book is the spark to get their caretakers talking about mental health.
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Trick-or-Treating in the City
A positive and realistic story that showcases urban holiday tradition and culture.
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Sister Day
A celebration of sisterhood, of play, and problem-solving, all at once. A perfect purchase.
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If My Hair Had a Voice
By placing a young girl’s journey to self-love alongside a journey through her ancestral history, the book carries compelling content forward and into the hands of readers. This is a good companion to Matthew Cherry’s Hair Love.
Pure silliness, this is sure to be popular with the early elementary set.
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Abuelo’s Flower Shop
A young girl learns how to empathize with those who grieve and better understands her own mourning of a beloved grandmother.
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Have You Seen an Elephant?
An entertaining introduction to elephants, this title will be enjoyed by elementary students and hopefully inspire young researchers to create their own research journals.
This true-to-life title is a worthy addition to picture book collections, sure to spark conversation and inspire young readers.
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