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5,060 books found
Love in the Library
Maggie Tokuda-Hall
For children learning about difficult history, this moving true story shows how love, books, and human dignity can bloom
Ages 6–10
Far from Xanadu
Julie Anne Peters
Life in a small Kansas town is predictable for Mike until the arrival of Xanadu, a girl who is everything Mike isn't, sp
Ages 14–18
The Sadie Jones Series #1
Hope at the Ocean's Edge
Chantal J. MacDonald
Sadie returns home from Tanzania carrying heavy heartache and the difficult question of where she truly belongs after a
Ages 13–18
Chasing Redbird
Sharon Creech
While clearing an overgrown settler trail on her family's Kentucky farm, thirteen-year-old Zinny Taylors unearths secret
Ages 9–14
Metamorphosis #1
Metamorphosis Junior Year
Betsy Franco
Ovid processes his sister's disappearance and his parents' high expectations by reimagining his high school classmates a
Ages 14–18
The Ghost's Child
Sonya Hartnett
A mysterious child listens as elderly Maddy recounts a life of wild love, a free-spirited man named Feather, and a fanta
Ages 14–18
Chicken and Cat #1
Chicken and Cat
Sara Varon
When the fast-paced life of the big city makes Cat feel down, Chicken finds creative and colorful ways to bring joy back
Ages 3–7
Good-bye And Keep Cold
Jenny Davis
Edda faces an impossible situation when her mother falls for the man connected to her father's tragic death in a mine ac
Ages 4–11
Where Is Grandpa's Smile?
Maria Keane Pascuzzi
Abby embarks on a tender search for her grandfather’s missing joy, eventually discovering it in a place she never would
Ages 3–7
Jack #1
Jack: Love That Dog
Sharon Creech
Jack finds a surprising way to express his deepest feelings through poetry as he navigates a journey that is both joyful
Ages 8–12
Fazbear Frights #10
Friendly Face
Scott Cawthon, Andrea Rains Waggener
Horror and suspense collide in three chilling tales set within the haunted and dangerous world of Five Nights at Freddy’
Ages 12–17
12 Things to Do Before You Crash and Burn
James Proimos III
James Hercules Martino attempts to finish twelve specific tasks in Baltimore while confronting the complicated memory of
Ages 12–18
Katie Roberts #1
Love You, Soldier
Amy Hest
Life in New York City changes quickly for young Katie as she grows up during World War II, holding onto hope while her f
Ages 7–10
Annie Rossi #1
Remembering Mrs. Rossi
Amy Hest
Annie misses her mother deeply, but a special scrapbook filled with messages from her mom's former students helps her ho
Ages 8–12
Dino Life Guides #4
When Dinosaurs Die
Laurie Krasny Brown
A comforting guide that helps children process the difficult concept of death, addressing big feelings and explaining ho
Ages 4–8
A Christmas Carol
Charles Dickens
A bitter miser travels through his own past, present, and future on Christmas Eve to see if he can reclaim the kindness
Ages 8–14
Turkey Pox
Laurie Halse Anderson
Charity’s holiday seems ruined by a sudden case of chicken pox, but Grandma finds a way to bring the Thanksgiving feast
Ages 4–8
May Amelia #1
Our Only May Amelia
Jennifer L. Holm
Living in a house full of seven brothers in 1899 Washington, spirited May Amelia Jackson struggles against the pressure
Ages 8–12
The Ickabog
J.K. Rowling
For the child questioning why things aren't fair, this fairy tale explores how a kingdom can be misled by lies and how b
Ages 7–12
Operation Eiffel Tower
Elen Caldecott
Join a young protagonist as they navigate the emotional ups and downs of their parents' separation. This touching and hu
Ages 8–12
Charlie's Run
Valerie Hobbs
Desperate to prevent his parents from separating, Charlie decides the only way to save his family is to run away from ho
Ages 8–12
Freedom Summer
Deborah Wiles
Two best friends in the 1964 South are thrilled when a new law finally opens the town pool to everyone, only to find tha
Ages 4–8
The Yellow Bus
Loren Long
A bright yellow bus filled with the joy of carrying children finds new purpose and happiness even after her driving days
Ages 4–8
Annie Rossi #2
Letters to Leo
Amy Hest
Annie Rossi pours her heart into letters to her new puppy, sharing the ups and downs of fourth grade while holding onto
Ages 7–10
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