BOOK ONE #EvilLibrarian He’s young. He’s hot. He’s also evil. He’s . . . the librarian. When Cynthia Rothschild’s best friend, Annie, falls head over heels for the new high-school librarian, Cyn can totally see why. He’s really young and super cute and thinks Annie would make an excellent library monitor. But after meeting Mr. … Continue reading THE EVIL LIBRARIAN SERIES, BOOKS 1-3, by Michelle Knudsen, Candlewick Press
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SNOW STILL, by Holly Surplice, Nosy Crow, Candlewick Press
A little fawn wakes up to discover that the world outside has changed after a snowfall. As he takes his first faltering steps into this exciting snow-white world, he finds there's so much to discover and explore. And when it's time to return to the warmth of home, his parents are waiting right there for … Continue reading SNOW STILL, by Holly Surplice, Nosy Crow, Candlewick Press
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CINDERELLA REX, by Christy Webster, Holly Hatam, Epic! Originals, Andrews McMeel Publishing
Cinderella Rex loves to dance, but will she get to attend the royal ball? From Epic! Originals, Once Before Time is a playful board book series of fairy tales reimagined from a time long ago . . . with dinosaurs! In this prehistoric retelling of the classic fairy tale, Cinderella Rex wants to go to … Continue reading CINDERELLA REX, by Christy Webster, Holly Hatam, Epic! Originals, Andrews McMeel Publishing
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DUCK! by Meg McKinlay, Illustrated by Nathaniel Eckstrom, Candlewick Press
A delightfully duckish tale of farmyard disaster. It’s a quiet day on the farm until Duck arrives. When he starts calling out “DUCK!”, the other animals think he’s just being rude. “You can’t just run around yelling out your name!” they grumble. But what if that’s not what Duck means at all? Perhaps ignoring him … Continue reading DUCK! by Meg McKinlay, Illustrated by Nathaniel Eckstrom, Candlewick Press
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WHAT MAKES US, by Rafi Mittlefehldt, Candlewick Press
A viral video reveals a teen’s dark family history, leaving him to reckon with his heritage, legacy, and identity in this fiery, conversation-starting novel. Eran Sharon knows nothing of his father except that he left when Eran was a baby. Now a senior in high school and living with his protective but tight-lipped mother, Eran … Continue reading WHAT MAKES US, by Rafi Mittlefehldt, Candlewick Press
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MS. NEVER, by Colin Dodds, Independent
· What do we give away when we click “I AGREE” to the terms of service in our phones? · Why are the billionaires squirrelling away all that money? · Why do old photographs and songs refer to a history we can’t remember? · Why do professional sports teams need new stadiums so often? · … Continue reading MS. NEVER, by Colin Dodds, Independent
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FIFTH WAR: GOOD COMPANY, by Dale Lucas, Orbit Books, Hachette Book Group
Humans, orcs, mages, elves, and dwarves all jostle for success and survival in the cramped quarters of Yenara, while understaffed Watch Wardens struggle to keep its citizens in line. Now, Rem and Torval must escort a notorious thief through a dangerous forest to the nearby city from where the thief escaped. But the thief's companions … Continue reading FIFTH WAR: GOOD COMPANY, by Dale Lucas, Orbit Books, Hachette Book Group
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BEYOND THE BLACK DOOR, by A.M. Strickland, Imprint
Kamai was warned never to open the black door, but she didn't listen ... Everyone has a soul. Some are beautiful gardens, others are frightening dungeons. Soulwalkers―like Kamai and her mother―can journey into other people's souls while they sleep. But no matter where Kamai visits, she sees the black door. It follows her into every … Continue reading BEYOND THE BLACK DOOR, by A.M. Strickland, Imprint
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CARMEN SANDIEGO: ENDANGERED OPERATION, by HMHKids
Join Carmen Sandiego and decide where in the world to go next in this globe-trotting, daring caper! Help Carmen save wild animals of all kinds, especially the rare Amur tiger cub kidnapped from you by VILE. With 20 possible endings, your adventures can take you all over the world—or out of the game. Which will … Continue reading CARMEN SANDIEGO: ENDANGERED OPERATION, by HMHKids
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CREAKERS, by Tom Fletcher, Illustrated by Shane Devries, Random House
What silently waits in the shadows at night? What's under your bed, keeping just out of sight? Do you ever hear strange, creaking noises at night? Ever wonder what makes those noises? Lucy Dungston always did. Until, one morning, Lucy discovers that all the grown-ups have disappeared - as if into thin air. Chaos descends … Continue reading CREAKERS, by Tom Fletcher, Illustrated by Shane Devries, Random House
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