Candlewick's Best Books of 2022!

by David Almond ; illustrated by Marta Altés

Inspiring guidelines for treating newcomers; likely to leave readers thinking deep thoughts of their own. Full review >

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by Atinuke ; illustrated by Onyinye Iwu

Mighty fine! Full review >

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by Aaron Becker ; illustrated by Aaron Becker

Lyrically dazzling, artistically stunning. Full review >

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by Cathy Camper ; illustrated by Sawsan Chalabi

A fun, informative window into the experiences of Arabs in the diaspora. Full review >

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edited by A.R. Capetta & Wade Roush

A top-notch hard science fiction collection. Full review >

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by Lindsay Eagar

Ambitious, absorbing, and, at times, mouthwatering. Full review >

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by Judith Eagle ; illustrated by Jo Rioux

A tour de force. Full review >

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by Robert Frost ; illustrated by P.J. Lynch

Lovely pictures newly elucidate this renowned, euphonious work. Full review >

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by Bob Graham ; illustrated by Bob Graham

A celebration of small miracles and the hope that makes them happen. Full review >

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by Ted Kooser & Connie Wanek ; illustrated by Richard Jones

Imagination stretchers, likely to appeal most to introspective readers fond of finding unexpected pairings and connections. Full review >

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by Kenneth Kraegel ; illustrated by Kenneth Kraegel

A mycological charmer. Full review >

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by JonArno Lawson ; illustrated by Qin Leng

A wondrous wordless picture book that will make readers want to grab a sand bucket and head to the beach. Full review >

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by Jason Li , An Xiao Mina & Jennifer 8. Lee

Clever, complex, yet concise and fun: This guide promises to engage language learners and curious readers. Full review >

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by Gregory Maguire ; illustrated by David Litchfield

Warmhearted and utterly charming. Full review >

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by Cory McCarthy ; illustrated by Ekua Holmes

A reverent invitation to an enduring classic for new audiences. Full review >

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by Christine McDonnell ; illustrated by Victoria Tentler-Krylov

A worthy social justice story about a compassionate woman who dedicated her life to helping others. Full review >

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by Meg Medina

A fabulous finale to a memorable trilogy. Full review >

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by Karl James Mountford ; illustrated by Karl James Mountford

Speaking to heart and eye in equal measures, a beautiful treatise on remembering life and helping those left behind. Full review >

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by Sally Nicholls

A textured historical romance that is far more than the sum of its parts. Full review >

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by Levi Pinfold ; illustrated by Levi Pinfold

Drink from this chalice. Full review >

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by Phyllis Root & Gary D. Schmidt ; illustrated by Melissa Sweet

A splendid introduction to a lesser-known nature poet and the landscapes that inspired her. Full review >

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by Jon Scieszka ; illustrated by Julia Rothman

Stand aside, fractured fairy tales; neoist nursery rhymes are the new name of the game. Creativity incarnate. Full review >

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by Christina Soontornvat

An engrossing adventure with the feeling of a whole world to be explored. Full review >

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by Carlie Sorosiak

Serious themes lightened by comedic touches; the strong emotional attachments will linger with readers. Full review >

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by Chris Van Dusen ; illustrated by Chris Van Dusen

A perfect little slice of life with a unique take on kindness and compromise. Full review >

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