Best Middle-Grade Novels of 2021 About Growing Up

by Marie Arnold

Pratchett-like worldbuilding centers immigrant kids in a story filled with culture, humor, and heart. Full review >

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by Josephine Cameron

A perfect balance of morally complex and extremely fun. Full review >

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by A.M. Dassu

Compelling, informative, hopeful. Full review >

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by Christine Day

An insightful, stirring read about healing and resilience. Full review >

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by Chrystal D. Giles

An ambitious invitation for young readers that delivers promise for all. Full review >

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by Kyle Lukoff

Haunting and healing. Full review >

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by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

An exceptional novel with broad appeal. Full review >

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by Brian Selznick ; illustrated by Brian Selznick

While Selznick trusts readers to draw their own conclusions about what is true, he offers rich companionship on the voyage. Full review >

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by Kelly Yang

Fans of this series that keeps going strong will devour this latest entry. Full review >

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