Middle-Grade Readers (Ages 8-12)

Penny and her friends embark on a mission to find a mysterious creature, the Bawk-ness Monster, before she moves away. Along the way, they uncover a plot to kidnap cryptids that only they can stop.

Graphic novel by Gale Galligan: Stacey falls for a boy while baby-sitting at the shore. Can Mary Anne help her see the truth without hurting her?

Sequel to Amari and the Night Brothers! Amari faces new threats as she navigates the Great Game to determine the future of magiciankind and save her brother.

New York Times bestseller! Artemis Fowl meets Men in Black in this middle grade fantasy full of #blackgirlmagic. Amari competes for a spot at the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs to find her missing brother Quinton. Will she pass the tryouts and uncover the truth?

The creators of Real Friends deliver another hit with Best Friends, a graphic novel about finding your own path in the confusing world of middle school popularity.

Nat's first solo trip to Philly turns into a series of disasters jeopardizing her newfound independence. Can she turn things around or lose it for good?

Embark on a thrilling seafaring adventure in Compass South, a graphic novel about twins navigating pirates and treasure hunts. Fast-paced and full of action!

Winner of a Sydney Taylor Book Award Honor! Heartfelt novel about a neurodivergent 13-year-old navigating friendships and self-discovery on a school trip.

A zany middle grade story about a non-binary kid trying to meet their hero, facing detention, and embarking on a wild adventure with friends.

Discover Cece Bell’s #1 NYT bestseller graphic novel El Deafo, the story of a student with hearing loss who becomes a superhero with her hearing aid.

A magical tale of a young hunter's journey to the home of eagle gods, learning lessons on the natural world and his community along the way.

Follow Coop and friends on a thrilling quest to save Eem and rescue a missing hero in this fantasy adventure for middle-grade readers.

The Last Kids on Earth face dangerous rivals at Dungeoneer Academy, where Coop and his friends must stop villains with a serious vendetta.

Jaxon helps deliver baby dragons with a witch in this urban fantasy. Breaking rules leads to chaos in Brooklyn. Awards for this magical adventure!

Beast Quest meets Percy Jackson in this epic middle-grade fantasy series where a group of kids must free powerful warrior dragons to save both worlds from destruction!

Nikki navigates the ups and downs of middle school in Dork Diaries #15 as she faces obstacles en route to Paris with her band.

Li'l Petey gets caught in family drama in Dog Man Book 8. Can he and Dog Man put their differences aside to save the day? Dav Pilkey's heartwarming series promotes empathy and kindness.

In the seventh Dog Man book, Petey learns about doing good while Dog Man faces a new supervillain. Dav Pilkey's series promotes empathy and kindness.

The Supa Buddies face new villains in the fifth Dog Man book by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man teams up with a kitten and robot to stop the chaos, with an unexpected ally in the villainous Petey.

A heartwarming novel about a sixth grader whose life changes when she learns her dad is trans, leading to new friendships and a fresh perspective on identity.

Greg spends his summer indoors playing video games while his mom pushes for outdoor activities and family time, leading to some unexpected changes.

Rick Riordan's thrilling modern take on 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea follows Ana as she navigates a dangerous underwater trial at sea, facing deadly enemies and uncovering her heritage.

In Cucumber Quest: The Ripple Kingdom, Princess Nautilus joins in the quest to save Dreamside from a giant squid monster. Adapted from a popular webcomic series, this hilarious adventure is full of wit and charm.

When an evil queen obtains a destructive force, a nerdy magician must find the Dream Sword to stop her. Adapted from Cucumber Quest webcomic series.