New and Notable October Titles for Children

by Richard Peck illustrated by Kelly Murphy

Sheer delight. Full review >

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by Chris Moriarty & illustrated by Mark Edward Geyer

A marvelous, mystical romp that doesn’t ignore reality. A hint of a possible sequel whets readers’ appetite for more: Yes,... Full review >

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by Lauren Oliver & illustrated by Kei Acedera

In her first work for middle-grade readers, the versatile Oliver (Before I Fall, 2010, and Delirium, 2011) deftly creates... Full review >

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by Carmen Agra Deedy & Randall Wright ; illustrated by Barry Moser

Readers with great expectations will find them fully satisfied by this tongue-in-cheek romp through a historic public House... Full review >

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by Matt Phelan & illustrated by Matt Phelan

Three true tales of adventure as grand and admirable in the telling as they were in the doing. Full review >

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by Paul Thurlby & illustrated by Paul Thurlby

Skillfully constructed and cleverly composed, it’s an awesome alphabet book that adults will also appreciate. Full review >

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by Jean Reidy & illustrated by Margaret Chodos-Irvine

Sporting star-spangled pajamas, the not-too-sleepy astronaut wraps his red-and-white quilt around his shoulders and zooms... Full review >

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by Melissa Sweet & illustrated by Melissa Sweet

This clever marriage of information and illustration soars high. Full review >

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by L.A. Meyer

This resilient and exuberant heroine deserves a stamp of approval. Full review >

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by Laurence Pringle & illustrated by Steve Jenkins

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by Fiona Robinson illustrated by Fiona Robinson

Guffaws and surprising twists (plus Timbertooth’s exaggerated tantrums) will have youngsters clamoring for a repeat... Full review >

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by Kate Banks & illustrated by Boris Kulikov

This homage to the power of imagination is one ingenious and entertaining game of wordplay. Full review >

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by Linda Ashman & illustrated by Christine Davenier

A memorable first skate by an irresistible imp. Full review >

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by Dennis Nolan & illustrated by Dennis Nolan

One thing’s certain: It's magic. Full review >

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by Joyce Sidman & illustrated by Beth Krommes

Exquisitely simple and memorable. Full review >

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