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The Prisoner of Shiverstone by Linette Moore - 9/10
Young Helga journeys to a mysterious island on a quest to free her grandfather, an infamous mad scientist, from his entrapment. This book...


Anti/Hero by Kate Karyus Quinn and Demitria Lunetta - 9/10
Worlds collide when young super hero in the making Piper and the troubled super-genius Sloan scuffle over a new gadget that forces each...


My Last Summer with Cass by Mark Crilley - 9/10
When Megan convinces her parents to let her visit her childhood best friend in New York, she finds Cass completely transformed. Is this...


The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy - 10/10
A beautifully illustrated journey of unlikely traveling companions who reflect on life, beauty, hope, and friendship. This book is filled...


Pigeon & Cat by Edward Hemingway - 10/10
A heartwarming story about the power of friendship to transform us and the ripple effect that change can have on a community. I went into...


Cheshire Crossing by Andy Weir - 9/10
What happens when adolescent Wendy Darling, Dorothy Gale, and Alice Liddell meet in the care of a physicist who believes each girl has...


Quintessence by Jess Redman - 9/10
This tale of friendship and the mysterious nature of the world invites readers to explore other perspectives and provides insight into...


Dear Stray by Kristen Hubbard - 10/10
Told through letters written by a young girl to her adopted kitten, this story is a powerful portrayal of navigating difficult emotions...


My Two Blankets by Irena Kobald - 9/10
A creative metaphor for the experience of moving somewhere with a different language and the process of acclimatization. Cartwheel feels...


To the Sea by Cale Atkinson - 9/10
A creative story about loneliness and friendship. When Tim, a young boy who feels invisible and alone, meets Sam, a beached whale, they...


The Lost Library by Jess McGeachin - 9/10
Targeted at book lovers, this story illustrates how the adventurous nature of stories can strengthen us and bring us together. By...


Have You Seen My Invisible Dinosaur? by Helen Yoon - 10/10
A charming story about a young girl searching for her imaginary friend who has wandered off. The story is simple but super cute (as are...


I Am a Meadow Mermaid by Kallie George - 9/10
A charming depiction of imaginative play and friendship. This book takes a common interest of young girls (mermaids) and develops it in a...


First Night of Howlergarten by Benson Shum - 9/10
A cute yet poignant tale about a young girl discovering her inherent self-worth. Sophie is nervous for her first day at howlergarten...


Ning and the Night Spirits by Adriena Fong - 8/10
A fantastical story about a fear-filled young boy whose encounters with the misunderstood spirits of the woods helps him overcome his...


Riders (Series) by Veronica Rossi - 9/10
What will happen when four 18-year-olds suddenly develop supernatural powers that call them to guard the world against the forces of...


The Tattooed Potato and Other Clues by Ellen Raskin - 9/10
This book weaves together childlike elements, such as nursery rhymes and games, with reflections on the nature of life, art, and mystery....


Harry and Chicken by Dyan Sheldon - 8/10
Having a pet is an adventure in itself, but what if your new "cat" was really an extraterrestrial? Chicken can't believe her ears when a...
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