Books that Share a Universe
Like breadcrumbs through a forest, companion books lead us through the universe an author has created.
Middle Grade Books on the Immigrant Experience
The United States is a country full of immigrants, who should be respected and celebrated. These books tell their stories.
House and Home in Picture Books
There’s no place like home! These books celebrate what a house and home can be.
Kid Thieves
From Oliver Twist, literature has a love affairs with kid characters who are thieves.
Spotlight on A Most Agreeable Murder
A country estate with dreary weather is the setting for a ball and a murder. What fun!
Picture Books about Doctors and Scientists
Calling all curious kids! Immerse yourselves in these tales of scientists and doctors at work.
MG novels for art or science fans
Gift guide: Looking for books for the 8-12 year olds in your life?
Wordless Picture Books
Who needs words when the illustrations are so evocative as in these fantastic reads?
Middle Grade Characters with Chronic Conditions
Tales of kids with cystic fibrosis, diabetes, cerebral palsy, Tourette’s, and IBD.
NaNoWriMo Success Stories
These books began as NaNoWriMo projects. What will your NaNo book become?
A Trio of Trips
Expand your horizons with these middle-grade books about school trips abroad.
Historical Fiction Recs for Adults
Recommendations for a friend seeking historical fiction with female main characters.
Set in NYC
“N.Y.C. What is it about you?” the song says. Books set in the city have even more to say about this remarkable and diverse setting.
Middle-grade Books about Coping with Trauma
These touching novels show kids dealing with trauma and the ways they get through it.
Spooky Reads for the Season
Halloween is approaching! Here are sweet and spooky books to read.