20 Best August Books for Young Readers

by Katharine Corr & Elizabeth Corr

A powerful, complex woman dominates a riveting hero’s journey. Full review >

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by Maria Parrott-Ryan

Stimulating, absorbing, and informative. Full review >

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by Liselle Sambury

A thrilling, high-stakes sequel that’s bursting with action, romance, and political intrigue. Full review >

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by Julian Winters

Brooding boys worth rooting for. Full review >

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by Randy Ribay

A riveting, unputdownable contemporary take on Filipino folklore with a deliciously sharp bite. Full review >

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by Ayendy Bonifacio

The pages sing with fresh, lyrical prose; a must-read. Full review >

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by Christelle Dabos ; translated by Hildegarde Serle

Demanding, unsettling, and deeply rewarding. Full review >

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by Marc Aronson & John S. Mead ; illustrated by Tim Foley

A big, multistranded discovery story. Full review >

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by Rachel Chivers Khoo ; illustrated by Laura Catalán

A delightful fantasy told with tenderness and wonder. Full review >

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by Eloy Moreno ; translated by Cristina Gahan

A haunting and intricate condemnation of bullying that unfurls to reveal pain—and love. Full review >

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by Julian Randall ; illustrated by Nathan Walker

Vividly explores the complexities of being vulnerable and different ways of showing up in relationships. Full review >

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by James Burks ; illustrated by James Burks

An entertaining and engaging forest adventure. Full review >

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by Danny Neville ; illustrated by Colleen McKeown

A simple, affirming defense of gender creativity. Full review >

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by Catherine Barr ; illustrated by Harriet Hobday

An emotionally resonant wildlife rescue story. Full review >

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by Bibi Senthi ; illustrated by Felishia Henditirto

Powerful and empathetic. Full review >

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