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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!

Middle grade series follows Korean American girl starting a business with friends to fund her artistic dreams. Will chaos derail their plans?

From the author of Front Desk comes the sequel, where 10-year-old Lina navigates social media and learns not everything online is as it seems.

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 her friend apply to Magnet Academy but face bullying from new girl Dana. Farah takes matters into her own hands with a risky plan.

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

A moving middle grade novel about a girl reconnecting with her father as they navigate changes in their family and community, by Pablo Cartaya.

A Pakistani American artist manages anxiety and family struggles through art, social media, and seeking help in this middle grade novel.

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?

A magical adventure set in West Africa, Children of the Quicksands follows Simi as she uncovers family secrets in a remote Nigerian village filled with Yoruba myths and legends.

In a full-color graphic memoir, Hudi and Chunky head to Jewish summer camp where they meet new friends, get into a prank war, and navigate new friendships.

Join Zero Adedji, a guide on Anansi 12, as he embarks on an epic space adventure with friends to protect the galaxy in Children of Stardust.

A middle-grade novel about a boy with OCD who moves to a reservation to live with his biological mother, finding acceptance and friendship along the way.

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 in this chapter book by Lisa Yee and Dan Santat. It's Bobby vs. Holly in a battle for Student Council rep at Rancho Rosetta!

A heartfelt story about friendship, faith, and finding your voice, as Nimra navigates the challenges of middle school and a secret passion for music.

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.

Feeling overwhelmed by little sister, excited for middle school freedom, gearing up for basketball MVP, and nervous about date with crush - want to keep sis at bay!

A diverse collection of stories by Native writers celebrates community, heritage, and resilience at a powwow in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

A moving memoir-in-verse of activism and perseverance, showing how one woman fought to make MLK Jr.'s birthday a national holiday.

Magical adventure awaits in this enchanting story by J. Elle, where a young Black witch must save her magic school while keeping her powers a secret.