New Books in August!

Stuntboy, In-Between Time By Jason Reynolds, Raúl the Third (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jason Reynolds, Raúl the Third (Illustrator)
$14.99
ISBN: 9781534418226
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Published: Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books - August 29th, 2023

From Newbery Medal honoree and #1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds comes the sequel to the hilarious, hopeful, and action-packed middle grade novel Stuntboy, in the Meantime about the greatest young superhero you’ve never heard of, jam-packed with illustrations by Raúl the Third!

Portico Reeves is the greatest superhero a lot of people have ne


The October Witches By Jennifer Claessen Cover Image
$17.99
ISBN: 9781665940528
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Published: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers - August 29th, 2023

This sweet and enchanting middle grade fantasy novel “mixing Arthurian legend with Practical Magic and plenty of adventure” (Booklist) follows a young witch who must uncover the secrets of her family’s past to end their long-standing internal feud.

Thirteen-year-old Clementine Merlyn lives with her mom, her aunts, and her cousin Mirabelle at Number 15


Stickler Loves the World By Lane Smith Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780593649831
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Published: Random House Studio - August 22nd, 2023

From award-winning author/illustrator Lane Smith comes Stickler, a woodland creature who reminds us to appreciate the everyday wonders we often ignore. In a picture book that’s both silly and sweet, readers will find Stickler’s enthusiasm irresistible and see the world anew.


A Practical Present for Philippa Pheasant By Briony May Smith, Briony May Smith (Illustrator) Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9781536228489
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Published: Candlewick - August 22nd, 2023

A plucky pheasant is determined to make her forest home safer for all in this charming story for budding community activists.


Give By Jen Arena, Rahele Jomepour Bell (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jen Arena, Rahele Jomepour Bell (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781524714994
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Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers - August 22nd, 2023

A gorgeous and powerful book about how simple acts of kindness can change the world.

Pay It Forward. Random Acts of Kindness. The Golden Rule. Choose Kind.
As parents, teachers, grandparents, aunts and uncles, we hope to teach children compassion, kindness, and selflessness. 
 


Rethink the way you approach writing in this “honest, useful craft book that all fledgling writers need” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) from fourteen diverse authors that demystifies craft and authorship based on their experiences as writers of color—perfect for fans of Fresh Ink and Our Stories, Our Voices.

So, you’re thinking of writin


Barb and the Battle for Bailiwick (Barb the Last Berzerker #3) By Dan Abdo, Jason Patterson, Dan & Jason, Dan Abdo (Illustrator), Jason Patterson (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dan Abdo, Jason Patterson, Dan & Jason, Dan Abdo (Illustrator), Jason Patterson (Illustrator)
$13.99
ISBN: 9781665914451
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Published: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers - August 22nd, 2023

The action of Moana meets the humor of books like Dog Man in this explosive and uproariously funny third book following Barb and her friends as they face off against Witch Head’s Shadow Army.

Barb is being held prisoner by the evil Witch Head at his lair, Castle Skunkwark.


Everybody Has a Body By Molli Jackson Ehlert, Lorian Tu (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Molli Jackson Ehlert, Lorian Tu (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781250854445
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Published: Feiwel & Friends - August 15th, 2023

In this body neutral picture book, debut author Molli Jackson Ehlert and illustrator Lorian Tu show us all of the different ways bodies can look and all of the things they can do - now with three starred reviews!


The Truth About Dragons: (Caldecott Honor Book) By Julie Leung, Hanna Cha (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Julie Leung, Hanna Cha (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781250820587
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Published: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) - August 15th, 2023

A Caldecott Honor Winner

Winner of the Asian Pacific American Award for Literature

An unforgettable lyrical picture book that celebrates biracial identity from the award-winning author of Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist.

Lean in close,
my darling bao bei,
and I will whisper


Ghost Book By Remy Lai Cover Image
$14.99
ISBN: 9781250810434
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Published: Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks - August 15th, 2023

Perfect for fans of Spirited Away, Coco, and Ghosts comes a spooky fantasy graphic novel about the friendship between a girl who can see ghosts and a boy who is stuck between the worlds of the living and the dead.

An Indie Bestseller! An Amazon, School Library Journal, and Chicago Public Library best book of the year!


Two Tribes By Emily Bowen Cohen, Emily Bowen Cohen (Illustrator) Cover Image
$24.99
ISBN: 9780062983596
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Published: Heartdrum - August 15th, 2023

In her poignant debut graphic novel inspired by her own life, Emily Bowen Cohen embraces the complexity, meaning, and deep love that comes from being part of two vibrant tribes.


Two New Years By Richard Ho, Lynn Scurfield (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Richard Ho, Lynn Scurfield (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781797212814
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Published: Chronicle Books - August 8th, 2023

A Sydney Taylor Gold Medalist 
A National Jewish Book Award Winner 

This warm and welcoming New Year celebration invites readers to learn about Rosh Hashanah and Lunar New Year traditions and to reflect on the rich blends of cultures and traditions in their own lives.

For this multicultural family, inspired by the author’s own, two Ne


Banned Book By Jonah Winter, Gary Kelley (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jonah Winter, Gary Kelley (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781568463940
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Published: Creative Editions - August 8th, 2023

"The words were dangerous." For as long as people have been expressing their opinions in writing, there have been those in positions of power who have succeeded in censoring those thoughts. In this timely and provocative parable, a book is first subjected to redaction, then removal from a library. What becomes of a banned book? Is it really just landfill fodder in the end?


Skeleanor the Decomposer: A Graphic Novel By Emily Ettlinger, Emily Ettlinger (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Emily Ettlinger, Emily Ettlinger (Illustrator)
$12.99
ISBN: 9780593519448
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Published: Penguin Workshop - August 8th, 2023

An instantly charming and vivid chapter-book graphic novel, starring a music-obsessed skeleton, Skeleanor, and her quest to find her sound (and her confidence) by debut creator Emily Ettlinger.


First Night of Howlergarten By Benson Shum, Benson Shum (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Benson Shum, Benson Shum (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780593521274
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Published: Penguin Workshop - August 8th, 2023

First-day-of-school jitters take on a whole new meaning at howlergarten, where future werewolves prepare for their big transformation!