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The Game Master's Guide to Fantasy Mapmaking: Draw Immersive Maps for Dungeons & Dragons and Other Role-Playing Games
Join Cody James King on a magical journey into fantasy cartography with step-by-step instructions and illustrations to create immersive worlds.
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A Theory of Dreaming: Sequel to A Study in Drowning
Final installment in the dark academia fantasy duology, following Effy and Preston on a final adventure in a haunting love story. Dreams become dangerous as they face threats and must confront their identities.
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The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic
"The Conjuring of America unveils the hidden history of Black women who used ancestral magic to shape American culture, from slavery to Jim Crow."

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The Other Side of Imani
Imani, a shy aspiring fashion designer, enters a competition under a virtual persona after her designs are stolen. Will she find her true self and win?

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The Marvelous Now (The Magical Yet, 3)
The Marvelous Now helps kids stay present and calm big feelings with rhythmic verse and colorful illustrations. Perfect introduction to mindfulness!

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All Are Welcome: A Cat's Café Collection (Cat's Café Collection)
Join Cat, Rabbit, Penguin, and friends in this heartwarming comic collection for middle graders. Full of friendship, fun, and cozy vibes. 🐱🐰🐧 #CatCafe
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Cemetery Boys
A trans boy summons a ghost to prove his gender to his Latinx family, but the ghost has other plans in this paranormal YA debut.


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The Raven Boys: The Graphic Novel (The Raven Cycle: The Graphic Novels)
Maggie Stiefvater's bestselling series The Raven Cycle comes to life in a gorgeously illustrated graphic novel. Blue Sargent joins the Raven Boys on a quest full of magic and danger.
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My Brother's Butt Is Haunted
Siblings discover spooky surprises in Gramma's house, where they suspect a haunted butt! A hilarious picture book with a glow-in-the-dark cover.
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Just Shy of Ordinary
Heartfelt novel about a nonbinary teen navigating family, friendship, and identity while adjusting to public school and unexpected challenges.

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Donut Summer
In their YA debut, Anita Kelly delivers a sweet queer romance as two teens fall for each other while saving a local donut shop.

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Looking for Group
USA Today bestselling author's New Adult LGBTQIA+ romance: Drew falls for Kit, a healer in a video game who happens to be a boy in real life. Can love bridge the distance between their separate worlds?

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The Fairy Fashion Show: Ready-to-Read Level 1 (Fairies Welcome)
Lily invites her human friend, Willow, to join the fairy fashion show. Can they create the perfect outfit for Willow using nature's treasures?
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Restless Ruins (Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly #12)
The twelfth book in the Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly series follows Ruskin as he uncovers secrets in a fallen wizard's tower, facing sinister forces within.
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Chibi Usagi: Attack of the Heebie Chibis--Expanded Edition (Usagi Yojimbo)
Chibi Usagi and friends fight the Salamander King to save a village in this cute and captivating comic collection with adorable characters and exciting adventures!
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The Grandest Game #2: Glorious Rivals
Millions, hearts, and lives are on the line in this heart-stopping sequel to The Grandest Game. Seven players must race to win, solve mysteries, and survive in Glorious Rivals.
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Welcome to the first-ever Pioneer Valley Bookstore Crawl!
Get out and visit 7 Pioneer Valley independent bookstores between July 1st and August 30th; one lucky participant will win $350 in books in the form of a $50 gift card to each bookstore!
Pick-up a passport at any participating bookstore or click the link below to download and print yourself!
How to Shop With Us
In-Store Shopping
Come browse our adorable Florence, MA, store & studio, Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm.
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Place online orders until 5:30pm, then pick up in store by 6pm. No order amount minimum.
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$25 minimum order for free delivery available within 48 hours, up to 10 miles from our store.
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📅 Pre-Orders

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Heartland Masala: An Indian Cookbook from an American Kitchen
Heartland Masala: 99 Indian recipes paired with cultural essays. A unique blend of cuisine and storytelling by a mother-son duo.



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The Library of Unruly Treasures
Get your signed copy of a funny and heartwarming story by Jeanne Birdsall! Join Gwen as she discovers tiny creatures with wings and becomes an unlikely hero. Pre-order for personalized copies!


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Thank You, Old Oak
A heartwarming tale of a mother tree's lifecycle and the forest creatures she supports, showcasing the interconnectedness of the ecosystem.


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Divine Ruin: A Sister Holiday Mystery
"New Orleans nun-detective dives into drug trafficking, addiction, and her own past in a riveting and sacred journey. " Divine Ruin by Douaihy.


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Knocking on Windows: A Memoir
In a powerful memoir-in-verse, author Jeannine Atkins recounts her journey of healing and finding her voice as a writer after a traumatic event in college.


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Chris Makes a Friend
A summer of unexpected friendship and family reconciliation for Chris with her grandparents and adventurous sister, Becca, along with new friend Mia.



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Darkstalker: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire: Legends Graphic Novel)
The graphic novel adaptations of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series continue with thrilling new stories and incredible artwork!

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Dragon Masters #29: Magic of the Wizard Dragon: A Branches Book
Drake and Worm battle Wizard Dragon Zoltan in action-packed adventure to stop evil wizard Maldred's release. Engaging black-and-white illustrations.
👋 Staff Picks
Books Popular With Our Staff
Get Real, Chloe Torres
Chloe plans a cross-country road trip to reunite her estranged BFFs for their favorite boy band concert, but old feelings resurface along the way.



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The Poetry of Car Mechanics
A beautifully crafted middle-grade novel-in-verse about Dylan's journey to self-discovery through birdwatching, poetry, and rescuing an injured hawk.

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Bye Forever, I Guess
Guarded gamer girl faces drama at school but finds connection online with mystery boy. Can they be friends IRL? Funny, sweet middle-grade romcom.
$18.99
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Give the perfect gift with a High Five Gift Card - valid for all High Five Books purchases! Order online for store pick-up or mailing to recipient.
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You Know, Sex: Bodies, Gender, Puberty, and Other Things
2023 ALA Rainbow Book List winner and 2023 Doug Wright Award winner. A groundbreaking approach to sex education for kids 10+, covering puberty, gender, and social justice in a graphic format.

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Katie the Catsitter #4: The Purrfect Plan
Katie the Catsitter is back for her next adventure, this time with an elephant? Join her as she tackles a new threat with help from friends, cats, and a top secret plan. Superhero fun awaits in this graphic novel!
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Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School
Discover the injustices Black and Brown students face in schools across the US, with personal narratives and insights from diverse voices.


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World of Rot: Learn All about the Wriggly, Slimy, Super-Cool Decomposers We Couldn’t Live Without
Explore the fascinating world of decay and decomposition with humor and colorful illustrations. Discover how organisms recycle life to make our planet thrive.

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Flamer
Award-winning author and artist Mike Curato's debut graphic novel, Flamer, explores self-discovery and acceptance as Aiden deals with bullies and navigates his feelings for a boy at summer camp.



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A Rover's Story
Resilience, a Mars rover, learns human emotions on his mission to Mars. Facing challenges and danger, he must prove his determination to survive.
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Slouch
In the funny and fresh middle-grade novel Slouch, a tall girl navigates self-esteem, friendships, and setting boundaries. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.
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Vlad, the Fabulous Vampire
Celebrate difference with Vlad, a charming vampire with rosy cheeks. A story about being yourself, finding community, and embracing uniqueness.

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There’s No Such Thing as Vegetables
A hilarious picture book where vegetables reveal their true identities as leaves, flowers, roots, and stalks, teaching Chester a valuable lesson about categories.
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The Girl from the Sea: A Graphic Novel
A graphic novel about a girl longing to escape her island life, finds love with a mysterious girl who harbors secrets of her own.

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Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World without a Bullhorn
Discover your activist archetype with life coach Omkari Williams and learn how to make a big impact through small, sustainable actions.
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Leila, the Perfect Witch (The World of Gustavo)
A talented young witch struggles in the kitchen but learns valuable lessons in Flavia Z. Drago's charming picture book about perseverance and acceptance.
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High Five bookseller, Corrie, wrote a book and we're super proud!

The Revolution Will Be Well Fed: Recipes for Creating Community
"The Revolution Will Be Well Fed by Corrie Locke-Hardy is a baking book that blends delicious recipes with social justice, community, and activism."


*GIFT BOX BUNDLE* The Revolution Will Be Well Fed: Recipes for Creating Community
"The Revolution Will Be Well Fed: Recipes for Creating Community Gift Box Bundle includes book, custom cake tester, block-printed napkins, Cozy Season tea, measurement conversion print, & stickers!"
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Kinsey, manager, High Five Books:

Flicker
A bittersweet tale of hope and survival in a post-apocalyptic world, where step-sisters Millie and Rose must navigate danger and rely on each other to find a new life.

For She Is Wrath
A Pakistani girl seeks revenge on the boy who betrayed her in a romantic fantasy version of The Count of Monte Cristo, filled with dark magic and a complicated love story.

Mixed-Up
"Middle grade graphic novel Mixed-Up by Kami Garcia follows Stella, a game-loving girl with dyslexia, on her journey to success with support from loved ones."
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How It All Ends
A funny and heartfelt graphic novel about a young girl navigating high school, friendships, and first crushes. Hilarious and honest, a must-read for fans of Heartstopper and New Kid.
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Bye Forever, I Guess
Guarded gamer girl faces drama at school but finds connection online with mystery boy. Can they be friends IRL? Funny, sweet middle-grade romcom.
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The Misfits #1: A Royal Conundrum
A team of crime-fighting misfits must save their unique boarding school from a heist in this hilarious illustrated series by Lisa Yee and Dan Santat.
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