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Lessons from a Dead Girl
Jo Knowles
Laine sifts through memories of a complicated, controlling friendship with Leah, trying to make sense of their past afte
Ages 14–18
Eli the Good
Silas House
For the child navigating complex family emotions or witnessing a parent's struggle with the past, this story offers a mi
Ages 10–14
Papa's Latkes
Michelle Edwards
Papa and his daughters navigate their first Hanukkah without Mama, trying their best to keep her memory alive while maki
Ages 4–8
Private Lessons
Cynthia Salaysay
For the teenager navigating the thin line between intense ambition and manipulation within a high-pressure mentor relati
Ages 14–18
Underground Fire: Hope, Sacrifice, and Courage in the Cherry Mine Disaster
Sally M. Walker
For the young reader grappling with why laws exist and how communities find the strength to rebuild after a devastating
Ages 10–14
Phantom Limbs
Paula Garner
Otis finds himself caught between a grueling swimming dream and the sudden return of the childhood friend who shared his
Ages 14–18
We Love Them
Martin Waddell
A dog and a rabbit form an unlikely and deep bond in this gentle story about the enduring nature of friendship.
Ages 3–7
War Is-- Soldiers, Survivors, and Storytellers Talk about War
Marc Aronson
For the teenager grappling with the ethics of conflict, this anthology offers a raw, honest look at the reality of war f
Ages 13–18
A Day with Dad
Bo R. Holmberg
Tim counts down the minutes until his father’s train arrives, beginning a day packed with their favorite activities befo
Ages 4–8
Dad's Camera
Ross Watkins
For children processing the confusion and grief of a parent's terminal illness. This gentle story helps families navigat
Ages 5–10
Race to the Bottom of the Sea
Lindsay Eagar
Kidnapped by a notorious pirate, eleven-year-old Fidelia must use her scientific expertise to recover lost treasure from
Ages 8–12
Symphony for the City of the Dead Dmitri Shostakovich and the Siege of Leningrad
M. T. Anderson
Amidst the starvation and bombardment of the Siege of Leningrad, composer Shostakovich defies the darkness by writing a
Ages 13–18
Ferryman #3
Outcasts
Claire McFall
For the teen grappling with the weight of their choices and the high cost of protecting those they love while facing an
Ages 14–18
Rain Before Rainbows
Smriti Prasadam-Halls
For children navigating difficult transitions or emotional storms. This lyrical journey uses nature as a metaphor to sho
Ages 3–8
Amaryllis
Craig Crist-Evans
Jimmy and Frank find refuge in the surf until the combined pressures of an alcoholic father and the Vietnam War threaten
Ages 14–18
Everyone
Christopher Silas Neal
For the child learning to navigate big feelings, this gentle book validates that every emotion, from joy to sadness, is
Ages 2–5
The Minstrel and the Dragon Pup
Rosemary Sutcliff
When a traveling minstrel's beloved dragon pup is kidnapped by a cruel showman, his music loses its magic until he can b
Ages 7–10
Grandpa Is Here!
Tanya Rosie
For the child preparing to welcome a long-distance relative. This lyrical story explores the deep sensory and emotional
Ages 3–7
Ruffles #6
Ruffles and the Lost Bouncy Ball
David Melling
For the toddler who is heartbroken over a lost toy. This sweet story helps little ones navigate big feelings and find jo
Ages 2–5
Noah and Oliver Elephant #1
Oliver Elephant
Lou Peacock
A fun afternoon of Christmas shopping turns into a frantic search when Noah realizes his favorite toy, Oliver the elepha
Ages 3–7
Grandma's Gloves
Cecil Castellucci
After her beloved gardening grandmother passes away, a young girl inherits her worn gloves. Through them, she discovers
Ages 4–11
The Silent Stars Go By
Sally Nicholls
For the teen navigating the weight of a difficult secret or the pressure of social expectations. A quiet, moving story a
Ages 14–18
Julia's Story
Ruth Elwin Harris
Julia, always in her sister's shadow, discovers her own strength and identity. She finds a kindred spirit in her guardia
Ages 12–18
The Key to Every Thing
Pat Schmatz
Tash finally finds a sense of belonging at summer camp, only to return home and find that her beloved neighbor and prote
Ages 8–12
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