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A heartwarming middle-grade novel about grief, superstitions, and the power of friendship, with a sprinkle of magic and lots of delicious baking.

Chad Lucas’s Let the Monster Out is a heart-pounding middle-grade mystery about facing fears, perfect for fans of Stranger Things.

"A girl's drawings of Indian mythology come to life, forcing her into a mystical world where she must save both realms from an evil deity."

A funny and sweet middle school story about crushes, competition, and friendship. Jenna learns to navigate relationships after a tough breakup.

In the Key of Us: A coming-of-age story about two Black girls finding friendship and healing at music camp. Loss, love, and self-discovery intertwine in this lyrical novel by Mariama J. Lockington.

Step aside Nancy Drew, Goldie Vance is here! Join Goldie as she solves mysteries at a resort hotel in Florida, including a Hollywood caper. Featuring 16 full-color comic pages!

Join Goldie Vance as she solves mysteries at the Crossed Palms Resort Hotel in Florida in this thrilling middle-grade adventure inspired by the beloved comic series!

Young Korean American girl starts tutoring business with friends to fund her artistic dreams, facing challenges along the way. Sparkling middle grade series debut.

Lina gets a phone and dives into social media to gain confidence, but discovers not everything online is what it seems. Can she find her true self?

FIBBED is a magical middle-grade graphic novel about Nana, who tells the truth but no one believes her. She must save the magic of Ghana with Ananse.

Farah and Allie apply to Magnet Academy, but a new bully threatens everything. Farah must find a way to stop Dana and protect her brother.

A contemporary fantasy about a young witch trying to use her powers to stop her crush from moving away, leading to unexpected consequences.

A heartwarming middle grade novel by Pablo Cartaya about a girl reconnecting with her father through welding, while navigating family and community changes.

A Pakistani American artist fights anxiety to help her family, but struggles with newfound success until learning to ask for help.

In this graphic memoir, Hudi navigates weight loss pressure and childhood struggles with the help of his imaginary mascot, Chunky. Can their friendship survive challenges?

YA fantasy set in Nigeria. Simi uncovers family secrets, enters a mysterious world, and must solve the mystery of missing children. Rich in Yoruba culture.

In this graphic novel sequel, Hudi and Chunky head to Jewish summer camp where they meet a new friend who can see Chunky too, and get mixed up in a prank war. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jerry Craft.

Join Zero on an epic quest through space as he harnesses the powers of a legendary artifact to protect the galaxy in this action-packed middle grade novel.

The Brave is a middle-grade novel about a boy with OCD who moves to a reservation to live with his biological mother and befriends a unique neighbor.

Jacqueline Woodson's award-winning memoir explores her childhood as an African American in the 1960s and 1970s through powerful and accessible poetry.

Join Bobby Ellis-Chan as he navigates the hilarious world of girls, goldfish, and Student Council elections in this laugh-out-loud chapter book by Lisa Yee and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat.

A heartwarming story of friendship, faith, and finding your voice in middle school. Nimra navigates new challenges with support from her best friend and a surprising opportunity in the school band.

Young artist starts after-school art club to prove arts are worth fighting for. Can he succeed before school shuts them down? A graphic novel of determination.

Ainy deals with unwanted attention, struggling to find her voice and identity. With the support of her sister and friend, she learns to stand up for herself.