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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.
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.
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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.
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.
A highly recommended cozy read. Hand this one to fans of Aiden Thomas and Becky Albertalli.
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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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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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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.
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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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Clydeo versus Peanut Butter
This funny story is perfect for young readers who love stories about dogs, food, and families. A great addition to early reader sections.
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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.
These two titles explore the drama, the excitement, and the endless moving parts involved in the world of theater.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 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.
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.
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Robot’s First Snow
A welcome addition to large picture book collections and an appealing choice for story hours.
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.
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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.
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.
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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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Where There’s Room for Us
Recommended where historical romance, LGBTQIA+ stories, and authors like Mackenzi Lee are popular.
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Undrowned
Hand this mythological-fantasy dystopia to readers who enjoy found families and moral ambiguity.
A suspense-filled hit for YA thriller readers. This whodunit won’t remain on the shelves for long.
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Here for a Good Time
A great historical fiction addition for libraries needing more books for reluctant readers.
Fans of books with politically active protagonists, such as A.S. King’s Attack of the Black Rectangles and any of Jewel Parker Rhodes’s novels, will love the new and emboldened Paul Fisher.
Highly recommended, especially for collections where horror is often requested by young readers.
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Special Teams
With an uncomplicated plot, this pleasant sports novel will appeal to every young reader who loves football and thinks they know the game from watching it on television.
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Fooled
A quick read that’s sure to find an audience, and a solid purchase for collections seeking stories centering diverse representations of ability.
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Los misterios del camino
Purchase this must-read Spanish-language adventure series for tween collections.
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.
This book is everything children need in a book: smart, funny, relevant, and surprising
A must-have for all collections serving young people, this tale pairs a brilliant sense of humor with great comedic timing. This instant classic will have children pondering their own fortunes as well as those of their friends.
A unique perspective on social justice fatigue with a magical realism element that will have readers run the gamut of emotions. A necessary purchase for young adult collections.
For fans of the works of Alan Gratz and Nathan Hale, as well as Lauren Tarshis’s “I Survived” series.
The game is afoot! Give these chapter book and middle grade capers to fans of whodunits and thrillers.
There’s not a dull moment in these transitional books for the main characters and their siblings!
An appealing title that touches gently on the Japanese immigrant experience in the United States.
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More Than a Million
This book is a suitable gift for Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day but is long-winded and lightweight for library collections.
Appealing only to children who want to understand the process of preparing a guide dog, this book creates considerable confusion around an important issue.
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The Dangerous Alphabet Book
Find room on the shelf for another abecedarium! Most collections will want to add this silly and fresh spin on a classic genre.
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I Am a Highly Dangerous Warrior!
Full of speech bubbles and humorous scenes, this very silly story has a great underlying thread for both kids and adults about listening and trusting each other’s abilities and knowledge. Sure to be a favorite.
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Xolo
Place this on the shelf next to Jon Klassen’s The Skull and recommend it to readers who love mythology, dogs, and books that break the mold.
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