23 Hot Summer Books for Young Readers

by Ciera Burch

A moving story about home with a supernatural twist, exploring what happens to those who leave and the ones left behind. Full review >

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by Samuel Miller

A multifaceted thriller with a powerful social message. Full review >

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by Mariko Turk

Heartfelt and moving, with enjoyable paranormal elements. Full review >

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by Shivaun Plozza

A worthy read about a short life brimming with possibility. Full review >

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by Ambelin Kwaymullina

Intriguing and imaginative. Full review >

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by Robbie Couch

An emotionally intense exploration of grief combined with creative speculation about the nature of friendship. Full review >

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by Molly Morris

A sweet story that combines realistic relationships with an intriguing, fantastical premise. Full review >

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by Molly Knox Ostertag ; illustrated by Molly Knox Ostertag

Well-drawn, deeply realized characters enliven this spellbinding and fantastical queer coming-of-age love story. Full review >

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by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé & Adiba Jaigirdar

A love story that successfully blends the lighthearted with the serious to demonstrate the power of community. Full review >

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by Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund-Broka

Goofy, poignant, and wildly entertaining. Full review >

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by Samuel Teer ; illustrated by Mar Julia ; color by Ashanti Fortson

Beautifully profound. Full review >

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by Amanda Quain

Warm and witty. Full review >

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by Drew Daywalt ; illustrated by Alex Willmore

Chaotic fun, perfect for read-alouds. Full review >

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by Andrea Wang

Blending moxie and grace, this novel is a worthy guide through cultural expansiveness and summer camp antics and angst. Full review >

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by Craig Silvey

A perfect run of a novel with the heart of a champion. Full review >

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by Craig Barr-Green ; illustrated by Francis Martin

An exuberant, laugh-out-loud take on fairy tales that flawlessly incorporates social-emotional skills. Full review >

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by Randy Cecil ; illustrated by Randy Cecil

Humorous, poignant, and oh-so-satisfying. Full review >

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by Charlotte Cheng ; illustrated by Dan Santat

A funny premise, executed with verve. Full review >

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by Breanna J. McDaniel ; illustrated by Olivia de Castro

A toot-ally fun, funny, and funky family read. Full review >

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by Jenna Lee-Yun

Rich in Korean mythology and suspense; will keep readers guessing. Full review >

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by Violet Chan Karim ; illustrated by Violet Chan Karim

Delightful. Full review >

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by Brenda Woods

A heartfelt tale that intertwines a young boy’s personal journey with his love of nature. Full review >

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by Jennifer Torres

As in all good quests, the story’s true treasures are the relationships formed along the way. Full review >

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