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CAT ON THE RUN IN CAT OF DEATH!by Aaron Blabey ; illustrated by Aaron Blabey
The perils of online celebrity take the form of frantic feline antics in this capable, caper-filled series starter. Full review >
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ENLIGHTEN ME (A GRAPHIC NOVEL)by Minh Lê ; illustrated by Chan Chau
A thoughtful, humorous, community-centered exploration of identity and Buddhism. Full review >
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OLIVER'S GREAT BIG UNIVERSEby Jorge Cham ; illustrated by Jorge Cham
An irresistibly entertaining introduction to astrophysics. Full review >
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FRY GUYSby Eric Geron ; illustrated by Jannie Ho
Spud-tacular. Full review >
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A SKY OF PAPER STARSby Susie Yi ; illustrated by Susie Yi
An affirming exploration of belonging and a testament to the power of family stories. Full review >
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THE BIG ADVENTURES OF BABYMOUSEby Jennifer L. Holm ; illustrated by Matthew Holm
“Typical” (as she is wont to mutter). Typically great, that is. Full review >
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THE WITCH'S WINGS AND OTHER TERRIFYING TALESby Tehlor Kay Mejia ; illustrated by Junyi Wu , Justin Hernandez , Alexis Hernandez & Kaylee Rowena
A quick, compelling, and creepy collection that’s sure to be a reader favorite. Full review >
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SAVING H'NONby Trang Nguyễn & Jeet Zdũng ; illustrated by Jeet Zdũng ; translated by Trang Nguyễn & Jeet Zdũng
Stirs the mind and heart the way an elephant quakes the earth. Full review >
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TIMOTHY DINOMAN AND THE ATTACK OF THE DANCING MACHINESby Steve Thueson ; illustrated by Steve Thueson
A high-octane adventure fueled by humor, whimsy, and teamwork. Full review >
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CURLFRIENDSby Sharee Miller ; illustrated by Sharee Miller
A delightful coming-of-age story. Full review >
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STORIES OF THE ISLANDSby Clar Angkasa ; illustrated by Clar Angkasa
A beautiful, powerful addition to the pantheon of feminist folktale reimaginings. Full review >
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THE MAGICIANSby Blexbolex ; translated by Karin Snelson ; illustrated by Blexbolex
Protecting magic, extending grace, leaping into the future with hope—this tour de force will nourish souls. Full review >
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SKIP!by Sarah Burgess ; illustrated by Sarah Burgess
A journey of self-discovery, creativity, and belonging centers a sweet, uplifting story of friendship and ambition. Full review >
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THE SECRET OF THE RAVENSby Joanna Cacao ; illustrated by Joanna Cacao
A page-turning adventure, full of heart and charm. Full review >
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ESCAPE FROM MR. LEMONCELLO'S LIBRARYby Chris Grabenstein ; illustrated by Douglas Holgate
A sure pleaser for veteran fans of the series and likely to bring in a flush of new ones to boot. Full review >
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SNOW AND SORCERYedited by Chad Sell ; illustrated by Chad Sell
A fun and thought-provoking series entry. Full review >
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