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Another excellent title from Fitzharris. Recommended for all middle schools.
Children, and adults, who enjoy baking, and decorating their creations will value this crafty book most.
Heiligman’s depth of research and absorbing, crisp writing makes for a page-turner about a fierce, complex, and influential dissident. Recommended for all libraries.
A thoughtful and visually rich collection that honors the depth of Persian mythology while making it approachable for a new generation of readers.
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How the Ghost Army Hoodwinked Hitler: The Story of American Artistry and Deception in World War II
Delving into a unique element of WWII, this book will be well received by students, teachers, and anyone interested in military strategy.
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Sole Survivor
Highly recommended, especially for older tweens drawn to true stories of grit, growth, and survival against the odds.
This engaging collected biography would be a wonderful addition to any library. The eye-catching cover and title may encourage reluctant readers of nonfiction to explore these mystifying women of magical history.
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Leave It on the Track
This debut is a heartrending coming-of-age story of loss, self-discovery, and self-acceptance that will be enjoyed not only by derby fans, but those who are derby-curious, or are just looking for a story with some emotional depth and featuring LGBTQIA+ characters.
A gritty story of trust and betrayal, Lucy’s life absorbs readers and leaves them wanting more. A definite first buy.
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Fake Skating
While seemingly formulaic at times, what good romance novel isn’t? Give this one to any lover of the genre.
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The Sacred & the Divine
Recommended for those who enjoy romances, a historical setting, and supernatural narratives.
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How to Survive a Horror Movie
This page-turner is an ode to slasher films and funny ghost stories. A great, twisty introduction to horror for teens.
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Rhiannon
Consider sharing this contemplative graphic novel about a girl’s formative summer with fans of Mariko and Jillian Tamaki’s This One Summer.
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The Trespassers
Fans of unsettling and propulsive realistic fiction will welcome this gripping addition.
A skilled author of popular Australian children’s books takes on issues of suicide and serious illness with love and care in her first YA novel.
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Lou with the Band
This flawed but fast-paced novel will be of interest to teens who enjoy romance and music. The diverse racial and ethnic cast of characters also adds to the book’s appeal.
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Let’s Split Up
If the names were changed, this could be the origin story for the Scooby Gang. Wood has reimagined Mystery Inc., for a whole new generation.
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The Deep Well
A secondary purchase for high school collections, recommended for libraries where Courtney Gould is popular.
A highly recommended read for fans of young adult psychological thrillers and Jackson’s previous works.
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Catch Your Death
Guron creates a spiral of twists and turns, truly unpredictable and sure to engross readers as the full story unwinds.
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Angelica and the Bear Prince
A lovely look at burnout, grief, and coming-of-age with just a dash of teenage romance as a treat.
A fantastic read, a beautiful reflection on the past, and an exposition of human connection
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And the River Drags Her Down
Yun’s intent to help readers live with grief is well-executed as she reminds readers of the importance of facing it. Recommended.
Because I love imagery, developing an image system for a verse novel is one of my favorite challenges.
The power of words can help save us---reading them, writing them, feeling them. They can help us find our way back to ourselves when it seems like everything was taken. A powerful look at trauma, bravery, and survival.
Sometimes we are not okay. Sometimes we crave respite from the onward march. Sometimes we need the relief of being seen. And that, I believe, is okay.
A seasonal crowd-pleaser for the shelves, best suited for libraries looking to boost their Halloween board book offerings.
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Scrim on the Run: Christmas Fun!
A fun revisiting of the story of Scrim and the city of New Orleans, while indulging in the spirit of Christmas with festivity and flair that only the bayou can bring.
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E Is for Easter Egg Hunt
An uninspired attempt to capitalize on an existing franchise, this book struggles to function as a narrative.
Emphasizing flexibility and innovation in language learning, this book provides a wealth of lesson ideas and inspiration for incorporating meaningful technology use in the language learning classroom.
A strong choice for collections seeking to broaden cultural representation while connecting to familiar themes of childhood independence and inclusion.
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It’s Your Year, Baby Horse
Perfect for readers who wonder about the Chinese zodiac, and specifically the characteristics of people born in the Year of the Horse.
Not recommended for purchase. Although the initial set-up is clever, the glib treatment undermines its emotional resonance, turning a potentially rich topic into a one-note joke.
Purchase for libraries for a whimsical take on evolution, which is also a great read-aloud.
A gift made of childhood recall, wrapped in the making of a Persian rug, an act of creating “precious memories out of everyday chores.” A solid purchase for most libraries.
The memory of a song helped inspire my latest nonfiction book, Many Voices, Building Erie, the Canal that Changed America.
Contributor Riley Jensen shares a list of 5 YA books coming out September 2025.
Author Ellen Forney joins us to talk about her new book, The Adventures of You!: How to Write, Draw, and Star in Your Own Comics.
This delightful book is a perfect holiday read-aloud, capturing the magic, impatience, and joy of the season through a child’s eyes
A perfect simple, nonreligious Christmas book featuring beautifully illustrated polar bears and friends. Recommend for all children’s sections.
This is a story that reassures readers we all forget things at times, but when people work together, the day can end on a positive note and be memorable.
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The Muttcracker
This pleasant offering will appeal to dancers and will resonate with anyone who has ever had to overcome disappointment.
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Just Say Welcome
A useful addition to collections in communities welcoming immigrants and refugees, especially with its celebration of inclusivity.
A must buy for every library, fostering curiosity for cultures throughout the world, and bringing balance to such Eurocentric works as the Opies’ landmark titles.
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Big Family Beach Day
A wonderful multigenerational beach story, perfect for all libraries for summer reading hours, or for classroom units on family.
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Bitter Tea and Rock Candy
A great story for libraries looking for representation of Chinese culture, of intergenerational relationships, and of trying new things; it’s also something of an ode to the fact that grandmothers were once young.
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The House of Found Objects
Kids interested in developing their sleuthing and French skills will benefit from encountering Bea’s journey in this series debut. A general purchase for the fiction shelves.
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Zed Moonstein Makes a Friend
A timely purchase for all middle grade collections with a reassuring message kids need to hear
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Hulk Teach!
This slice-of-superhero-life comic delivers laughs and lessons, making it a standout for Marvel fans and middle grade readers.
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The Other Side of Imani
A heartfelt and empowering coming-of-age story that will resonate with tweens navigating identity, ambition, and digital spaces.
The fall books are arriving in droves these days, so while I'm trying to hang on to the last joys of summer vacation, I am thinking ahead to what I'll be reading in the upcoming months.
A recommended purchase for schools and libraries in need of current, high-interest nonfiction on important topics.
Readers will discover a wonderful role model and a perfect message: be true to yourself and do what you love. A touching and wonderful tribute to a real star, and a first purchase for all libraries.
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My Fair Monster
Rom-com fans will root for these two to win it all, and just give in to the chemistry. A good addition for libraries with readers who enjoy wickedly funny, realistic romance.
A powerful addition to the genre of teen fighting competition novels, and for fans of The Hunger Games.
This feel-good magical fetch-quest-style adventure will do well in libraries with diverse young fantasy readers who love a cozy tale.
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When Love Gives You Lemons
This love story is sure to please fans of Tobias Madden’s Wrong Answers Only and Loan Le’s A Pho Love Story.
For me, gardening is not only a way to neatly symbolize the writing journey—I feel that it’s also one of the best methods for gathering story ideas.
These four titles discuss women's equality in America, as well as women's suffrage worldwide. Hand them to young readers for Women's Equality Day and throughout the year.
Teen Librarian Karen Jensen reviews April Henry's newest teen mystery/thriller, WHEN WE GO MISSING
I always needed the girl I tried to leave. Every word we write shapes a chance to see the world and ourselves in new ways.
This month brings starred titles in gaming books, professional reading, and more.
A first purchase for libraries building collections around Jewish history, refugee experiences, and stories of resilience for young readers.
A lovely, affirming addition to picture book collections, offering both a sweet intergenerational story and meaningful cultural insight.
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Turkey Trot
The soft turkey feet that hang off the book won’t last long out on the shelf of a public library, but this would be a cute addition to most story time collections.
An overall rich narrative, this book covers an important but underrepresented Indian tradition of gifting mithai boxes, making it a necessary purchase or read.
Fans of Kayla and Kugel, as well as libraries looking for basic Rosh Hashanah picture books for the youngest readers, may welcome this new addition.
A new entry into a popular genre, wait and see if later books in the series deliver stronger narratives before adding to a collection.
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Come As You Are
For fans of her other romances and those by Kasie West, Sophie Gonzales, and Emma Lord, this boarding school friends-to-lovers story is a delight.
This is a very slow-paced book with timeline changes that make what little substance there is to the plot difficult to follow, further undercut by a somewhat lifeless art style.
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The Yomigaeri Tunnel
A surreal emotional journey for any teen seeking validation in shared experiences. Recommended for most collections.
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Two Truths and a Lionel
An optional purchase where teens are impatient to move into YA books.
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A First Time for Everything
Highly recommended for those seeking a story that is heartwarming and thought-provoking.
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The Whisperwood Legacy
A good blend of action, magic, and surprises will entertain readers despite some uneven plotting. A solid purchase.
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Love and Video Games
A secondary purchase for collections with fans of books with mythology and video game themes.
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Always Be My Bibi
With Clueless vibes for a new generation, this rom-com of disastrous meet-cute to happily ever after will brighten any reader’s day.
Contributor Riley Jensen shares some new YA coming out this August
With a compassionate tone, accurate information, and thoughtful design, this book is easily one of the best resources available for young people navigating adolescence.
A solid starting point for anyone interested in the psychological and physiological dimensions of anxiety, though it could benefit from smoother transitions between its main content and outside sources.
Gr 3-5–This colorful, engaging cookbook takes young bakers through the process of baking cupcakes from scratch and decorating them in a variety of delightful designs featuring animals, space, nature, and more...
An introduction to spending time outdoors, this will appeal to readers who seek to decrease their screentime but may prove too basic for longtime nature lovers.
Gr 4-8–An introduction to complex physics concepts—quarks, relativity, curved space, and antimatter—that is both clear and engaging for young readers...
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Conservation Success: Protecting Wild Spaces and Species with Hands-On Science Activities for Kids
Consider purchasing where books on this topic are needed.
Animal lovers and collectors of fun facts will enjoy this colorful romp through the world of animal adaptations.
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The Science of Sound
This book is a fine addition to a library’s STEM section, had many curricular tie-ins, and is useful for curious readers and young researchers.
It offers valuable insights and strives to empower teens to embrace who they are. With its vibrant tone and focus on self-love, it’s a solid resource
A fascinating book that curious young scientists and trivia lovers will happily read and revisit often. A good addition to a classroom or school library book collection.
Recommended first purchase for all library collections. Ideal for read-alouds or independent readers.
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