Staff Picks

Verity Vox, a witch-in-training, must break a curse and save a town from a lurking monster in the forgotten coal mining town of Foxfire.

Marcella navigates sixth grade, forgetting homework, losing her bestie to new friends, and facing her parents' plans to move in this graphic novel about ADHD.

Join a young Palestinian girl and her Jiddo in a garden full of wonders. Through tending the garden, she learns about her identity and connection to her homeland. Illustrated with love and hope.

"A catastrophic volcanic eruption alters the world's climate, inspiring Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. A story of darkness, hope, and human impact.

Join Lila on a mysterious adventure at her grandfather's haunted inn in The Last Resort by Erin Entrada Kelly. Can she solve a murder and stop evil spirits?

A heartwarming book about a boy and his mom using self-soothing techniques to stay connected while apart. Perfect for children with separation anxiety.

Heartfelt story of love and loss as a girl honors her aunt by wearing pink pajamas she sewed. A tender tribute to carrying someone in your heart.

Create your own fantasy worlds with Cody James King's guide to fantasy mapmaking. From rivers to castles, hone your skills and level up your maps!

A witch seeks to reclaim her lost powers with the help of a historian, while running an inn and navigating obstacles from her magical Guild.

A girl's dream job at a theme park turns sour when she doesn't fit the princess mold. With new friends and magic, she aims to find her own happily ever after.

Emet's comic about embracing trans identity through bugs, blending bug facts with gender exploration and personal insights.

Jeannine Atkins courageously explores trauma, healing, and finding her voice as a writer in this powerful memoir-in-verse, inspired by iconic female authors.

Ollie In Between: A tender, queer coming-of-age story about finding your voice and living authentically in the midst of puberty and social challenges.

Hilariously absurd picture book warns against trusting fish, illustrated by Dan Santat. A fun exploration of villainous underwater creatures.

In-stock copies signed & ship quickly! Girl discovers tiny winged creatures in funny, heartwarming tale. Can she become their hero with the help of a talking dog?

A gorgeously written novel-in-verse about a boy, Dylan, who finds solace in birdwatching and poetry, but must confront his own broken parts when he rescues an injured hawk.

Chloe plans a cross-country road trip to reunite her estranged BFFs for their favorite boy band concert, but old feelings resurface along the way.

In the funny and fresh middle-grade novel Slouch, a tall girl navigates self-esteem, friendships, and setting boundaries. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.

Ingrid navigates school drama and online gaming while trying to make real friends in this middle-grade romcom by Jodi Meadows.

Resilience, a Mars rover, faces challenges on Mars while developing human emotions. Will he have the courage and determination to succeed and survive?

A jaded bartender is wooed by a quirky couple in this polyamorous rom-com set in high-end cocktail bars. Love is redefined in this sizzling story.

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Explore decay with humor & colorful illustrations in this educational book. Learn about decomposers & their vital role in the life-recycling system.

The graphic memoir "Hey, Kiddo" by Jarrett Krosoczka follows his journey growing up with a drug-addicted mother, a missing father, and supportive grandparents.