Middle-Grade Readers (Ages 8-12)

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.

Arlo Finch discovers magic and danger in Pine Mountain, Colorado, as he joins the Rangers and faces ancient forces in this thrilling middle grade fantasy.

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.

An inspiring collection of Native stories celebrating heritage and community at a powwow, edited by Cynthia Leitich Smith. Featuring diverse voices and experiences.

Ana-Marie, a nonbinary figure skating champ, grapples with gender identity in a binary world while befriending new transgender skater, Hayden.

Frustrated older sibling trying to navigate life with a pesky little sister while focusing on basketball and dating.

In a crowded Toronto neighborhood, Kevin Lee feels invisible. When a school trip to a theme park shakes things up, will it change his luck? A funny and poignant middle-grade story of identity and overcoming obstacles.

Discover young Lemony Snicket's mysterious adventures in a fading town in the thrilling debut of The New York Times bestselling series.

Arlo flees to find his grandmother when his grandfather's dementia raises fears of foster care in this heartwarming novel of family and resilience.

A moving memoir-in-verse about the fight to make Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday a national holiday, showing the power of activism and civic engagement.

A funny and heartfelt story by Raina Telgemeier about a girl facing stomach troubles, friendship, and fears with courage and humor.

Natty copes with moving and her mom's absence by starting a pep squad in this middle-grade novel about toxic positivity and friendship by Lisa Greenwald.

A Southern girl with a secret gift must confront ghosts and family secrets in this spooky mystery full of magic and mayhem.

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.

An immigrant Jewish family adjusts to life on the North Dakota prairie in 1905, facing prejudice and struggles while finding strength in their heritage.

A novel about a boy with ADHD investigating a mysterious event with his friend, uncovering secrets in a small town. Friendship, responsibility, and hidden truths.

In the exciting sequel, Bicycle reunites with her long-lost family and embarks on a daring rescue mission to save bicycles from being crushed in a scrapyard.

Kate DiCamillo's Deckawoo Drive series features hilarious and heartfelt tales with beloved characters from the Mercy Watson books. This collection includes Leroy Ninker, Francine Poulet, and Baby Lincoln in charming adventures perfect for early readers.