Staff Picks

From the author of The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School comes a nuanced revenge story about Ariana, a girl seeking justice after an assault.

2023 ALA RAINBOW BOOK LIST & 2023 DOUG WRIGHT AWARD winner. A groundbreaking sex ed book for kids 10+, covering puberty, gender, and social justice.

A lazy cyclops cat goes on a magical adventure to return a library book, discovering the wonders of the world with the right company by her side.

Funny and empowering story about a boy with a disability who chooses not to answer questions about what happened to his leg while trying to play pirates at the playground.

Vlad, a vampire with rosy cheeks, learns to embrace his difference in this charmingly spooky tale about being yourself and finding your community.

TJ Powar challenges beauty standards and learns self-acceptance in this insightful rom-com debut by Jesmeen Kaur Deo.

An engaging anthem for all ages promoting body autonomy and consent through photographs of kids in real-world situations, with discussion questions.

A humorous picture book by Kyle Lukoff where Chester learns vegetables are actually leaves, roots, flowers, and stalks. A fun lesson in categorization!

A pitch-perfect graphic memoir about courage and competition, friendship and belonging, perfect for fans of Smile and Real Friends. Cheerleading tryouts test two best friends' bond and their desire to fit in. Hilarious and relatable, this middle-grade gem will make you laugh, cry, and cheer!

A poetic picture book celebrating biracial identity and the power of storytelling, with enchanting illustrations and a unique take on dragons.

A queer YA mystery nominee for the Andre Norton Nebula Award, The Many Half-Lived Lives of Sam Sylvester is a gripping story of ghosts, romance, and uncovering a 30-year-old murder mystery.

Graphic memoir about a girl's soccer journey in the 1980s, exploring the impact of Title IX on women's sports. A nostalgic celebration of progress and a call for equality.

A graphic novel about a girl with a lot of secrets, including her desire to kiss another girl. When she meets a mysterious girl named Keltie, their friendship turns into first love, uncovering hidden truths.

Feminist thinker argues disrupting happiness is key to justice. Handbook for feminist killjoys on being radical in a joy-killing world.

A hilarious story about a boy's bathroom mishap during a family pool outing, teaching a lesson that accidents happen to everyone.

A touching tale of courage and family traditions as Tala learns to dance the taualuga with love and support from her family.

A powerful picture book by Lupita Nyong'o about colorism and self-esteem, featuring a girl on a magical journey to discover her true beauty within. A NY Times bestseller with awards.

A coming-of-age novel-in-verse about Ellie's journey to overcome fat-shaming, find her voice, and embrace her own fabulous self with the help of supportive allies.

"Roaming: A graphic novel about friends exploring New York City, with a delightful queer romance and stunning illustrations by Jillian Tamaki and Mariko Tamaki."

Mama's fundraiser gala at the library gets a glittery makeover thanks to Riley. Can they raise enough money to fix the broken elevator?

"Learn about the revolutionary Black Panther Party and their fight for justice in Kekla Magoon's eye-opening and inspiring book, Revolution in Our Time."

A beautiful picture book adaptation of Joy Harjo's iconic poem "Remember," illustrated by Michaela Goade, invites young readers to reflect on the wonder of the world and their place within it.

Inventive graphic novel follows Miles and Rhys as online gamer friends Gryphon and Backslash, navigating middle school and epic robot battles.

A unique creature in a land of two kinds searches for acceptance in a colorful world. Celebrating diversity and unity in a touching story for young audiences.