Whether you’re a tween or not, these books appeal to so many emotions and thoughts, you’ll want to share them with a friend! Start a book club, join ours, send a long distance friend one of these and get to reading, because this list is full of good reads that go with conversation … and maybe a coffee or hot cocoa too.
The Accursed Vampire by Madeleine McGrane
As if being a vampire kid wasn’t tough enough, Dragoslava is also cursed by a witch, doomed to carry out her errands for the rest of their life…
Summer is almost here and that means you need to start the hunt for your next epic summer read! Whether you read it on the beach, while on vacation, or even on your couch, these options are perfect for your next library haul.
Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum
Jen Weinstein and Lauren Parker rule the town of Salcombe, Fire Island every summer. They hold sway on the beach and the tennis court, and are adept at manipulating people to get what they want. Their husbands, Sam and Jason, have summered together on the island since childhood, despite lifelong…
It's Mental Health Awareness Month! Here's a list of some picture books that show characters working through and overcoming obstacles while struggling with mental health.
Anxious Charlie to the Rescue by Terry Milne
When a friend is in need, anxious pup Charlie has to break routine to help. Will this help him to discover changes can be good, or will something bad happen as Charlie fears? Read to find out what happens.
Take a Breath by Sujean Rim
Bob, an anxious baby bird, fears that he will never learn to fly. His friend Crow…
The arts, sciences, music, spies, politics, and social movements…no field has been unchanged by women innovators. The books on this list introduce readers to fascinating women in both history and the present day.
She caught the light by Kathryn Lasky
Reach for the stars by reading about Williamina Fleming, who helped create a map of the universe for future astronomers.
Sing, Aretha, sing! by Hanif Abdurraqib
Learn about an incredible woman who raised her voice and helped spark a movement! Read the story of young Aretha Franklin, civil rights activist, and musical artist.…
The books on this list feature reptiles having silly and heartwarming adventures, from joining families to solving mysteries.
Betty the bearded dragon by Debbi Michiko Florence
You might have heard of fostering dogs and cats, but did you know some people foster reptiles? That’s right, and that’s where we meet Betty, the new foster animal for Kaita’s family.
Invisible lizard by Kurt Cyrus
Hearing a voice but no one there? That’s the problem the animals have around Napoleon the chameleon. What is it going to take for him to get noticed? Read on…
Looking for an out of this world read? Then look no further! Every book on this list features some sort of alien encounter. We've got green aliens, blue aliens, robotic aliens, and more. Aliens who want to destroy us and aliens looking for love or friendship. So keep on reading to find your next cosmic novel.
Binti by Nnedi Okorafor
She left her home for the stars, but found more adventure than she bargained for. A tense and intimate coming-of-age story in space.
An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green
April May makes a video that shows her…
Beginning to read can be challenging, but this list of early readers contains stories about animals with bright pictures and simple sentences and words to help beginners.
Martin and Chris Kratt: The Wild Life by Martin Kratt
If you’ve ever seen Wild Kratts on PBS, try reading Martin and Chris Kratt:
The Wild Life. With easy-to-read words, find out how two brothers made their love of animals into a lifetime career.
Grumpy Monkey Get Your Grumps Out by Suzanne Lang
Animals get angry just like people, but how do they make…