Middle-Grade Readers (Ages 8-12)

New series by Erin Hunter follows three young creatures in Bamboo Kingdom, each struggling to find their place in different worlds. Exciting adventures await!

Mermaid, firebird, and witch seek answers from mysterious Witch Queen in epic middle grade fantasy by debut author Vivian Zhou.

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.

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

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

Middle schooler struggles with pesky little sister constantly following him, but is excited to finally ask out crush Hannah on a date.

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.

Natty copes with her mom leaving by starting a pep squad in middle school. A story about toxic positivity, friendship, and starting fresh.

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.