Poetry & Novels In Verse

Nida, a poet struggling to balance family and community expectations, finds her voice silenced after a viral political poem. A story of hope and self-discovery.

LONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD. A powerful novel-in-verse about a girl navigating between cultures, family, and self-discovery.

Beloved bedtime story about construction trucks getting ready to say goodnight. Perfect read-aloud for young construction fans. #1 New York Times bestseller.

Winner of the 2022 X. J. Kennedy Poetry Prize, this book-length poem explores gender and identity through a dialogue between a trans speaker and his "ghost."

Heartwarming novel in verse about Garvey, who finds his passion for music while navigating his father's expectations and his own struggles with bullying.

A inspiring story of a young naturalist who defies stereotypes to protect our planet. Critics praise its beautiful writing.

Suspension changes everything for Ebony and De'Kari in this poignant novel in verse about friendship, understanding, and self-reflection.

Dinosaurs get their own trucks in this hilarious rhyming board book by Sandra Boynton. A perfect mash-up for dinosaur and truck-loving toddlers!

Join the crew of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site as they tackle their biggest challenge yet - building a new highway with new trucks! A fun and engaging read-aloud for construction fans.

One child struggles to find words in class, until a single drop of inspiration sparks a storm of creativity. A story to inspire imagination in all readers.

Award-winning author Renée Watson celebrates Black girlhood in this collection of poems, sharing her personal experiences and empowering calls to action. Art by Ekua Holmes.

Bedtime Stories for Hard Days by Scott Stuart offers short, rhyming tales to help children unwind after tough days. Reflect, let go, and relax before starting anew.

A chaotic cat wreaks havoc on cleaning day in this hilarious and heartwarming picture book about a diverse family trying to get chores done.

Celebrate Jewish holidays with poetry in this joyful collection by a beloved children's author. Explore traditions and meanings with a lively family.

In All the Fighting Parts by Hannah V. Sawyerr, Amina must reclaim her voice after a sexual assault by their church's pastor.