Children's Books: Fall 2010 Sneak Previews

Feb 15, 2010

 

ABRAMS

From Mad at Mommy by Komako Sakai (Scholastic/Levine)

Abrams blows out the candles for The Best Birthday Ever by Laura Numeroff, illus. by Dan Andreasen, in which a birthday surprise goes awry; The Golden Snail by Graeme Base, about a boy on a nautical adventure; Library Mouse 3 by Daniel Kirk, in which Sam shows a fellow mouse how to do research; Me, Frida: Frida Kahlo in San Francisco by Amy Novesky, illus. by David Diaz, a picture book about this celebrated artist; and Monkey See, Monkey Draw by Alex Beard, about a gang of silly simians.

ABRAMS/AMULET

Amulet is bracing itself for NERDS: Book Two by Michael Buckley, in which the young spy network fights an unlikely villain who still lives with his mom; Luv Ya Bunches: Book Two by Lauren Myracle, about friends building a social networking site; Sweet Treats, Secret Crushes, and the Best Snow Day Ever by Lisa Greenwald, in which three pals make kind fortune cookies for their lonely neighbors; The Defense of Thaddeus A. Ledbetter by John Gosselink, about a boy who sets out to prove he was unjustly sentenced to an in-school suspension; and Dark Energy by Adrian McKinty, a murder mystery for teens.

AMMO

American Modern Books goes to the drawing board with Materials Alphabet, a typographic ABC book that aims to teach letter recognition and offers a look at the everyday material world.

ANDREWS MCMEEL/ACCORD

Accord wags its tail for Ten Little Puppies: An Eyeball Animation Board Book by Marian Harris, illus. by Jim Harris, a novelty picture book; Circus Fantastico: A Magnifying Mystery, concept by Lynn Gordon, illus. by Molly Idle, a hidden-pictures volume packaged with a magnifying glass; and The Robot Book by Heather Brown, which features a working gear or moving part on each page.

BLOOMSBURY

Bloomsbury adds flavor to fall with The Sweetness of Salt by Cecilia Galante, about two sisters and a secret that changes their lives; Fool's Girl by Celia Rees, a historical novel with a Shakespearean twist; Cate in the New World by Lisa Klein, a romance-adventure set in the time of Sir Walter Raleigh; Girls’ Best Friend: A Maggie B. Mystery by Leslie Margolis, first in a new mystery series; and Dog Tag (working title) by Betsy Partridge, about a Vietnamese-American girl's struggles with the war that tore her family apart.

CANDLEWICK

From Floating on Mama's Song by Laura Lacamara, illus. by Yuyi Morales (HarperCollins/Tegen)

Candlewick Press blasts off with On the Blue Comet by Rosemary Wells, illus. by Bagram Ibatoulline, a middle-grade novel about adventure, time-travel and trains; Bink and Gollie by Kate DiCamillo and Alison McGhee, illus. by Tony Fucile, a humorous early chapter book starring two best friends; Interrupting Chicken by David Ezra Stein, inspired by the joke, a picture book about a chicken's habit of interrupting bedtime stories; Girl Parts by John Cusick, a YA novel in which a robot designed to be a boy's ideal companion turns out to have a will of her own; and Zora and Me: The Song of Ivory by Victoria Bond and T.R. Simon, a debut novel set in the turn-of-the-century south that was inspired by Zora Neale Hurston's early life.

CANDLEWICK/TEMPLAR

Templar flashes its feathers with Firebird by Saviour Pirotta, illus. by Catherine Hyde, a retelling of the folktale; Big Scary Monster by Thomas Docherty about a monster who realizes there may be someone bigger and scarier than he; William Shakespeare: His Life and Times, In His Own Words by Ari Berk and Kristen McDermott, a novelty book that lets readers explore Elizabethan London with the Bard; The Storyworld Box by John and Caitlin Matthews, a set of cards designed to encourage storytelling; and Dracula, adapted by Nicky Raven, illus. by Anne Yvonne Gilbert, Bram Stoker's novel for a younger audience.

CHARLESBRIDGE

Charlesbridge finds the perfect spot for Freda Plans a Picnic, Emma's Sandwich, Good Job, Ajay! and Percy Plays it Safe by Stuart J. Murphy, all part of the I See I Learn series; Piggies in the Pumpkin Patch by Mary Peterson and Jennifer Rofé, illus. by Peterson, about two busy piglets; Ace Lacewing, Bug Detective: The Big Swat by David Biedrzycki in which rookie slugger Bugsy Goldwing's bat goes missing; Candy Bomber: The Story of the Berlin Airlift's "Chocolate Pilot" by Michael O. Tunnell, a picture book inspired by the humanitarian efforts of U.S. Air Force Lt. Gail Halvorsen during WWII; and Bamboo People by Mitali Perkins, a coming-of-age-story narrated by two teenage boys on opposites sides of the conflict between the Burmese government and the Karenni, an ethnic minority.

CHILDREN'S BOOK PRESS

Children's Book Press welcomes the season with From North to South/Del norte al sur by René Colato Laínez, illus. by Joe Cepeda, about a boy who visits his mother after she is sent back to Mexico for not having the proper papers to stay in the United States.

CHRONICLE

Chronicle flaps into fall with Other Goose by J.otto Siebold, a twist on various Mother Goose rhymes packaged with a CD; Ivy and Bean: Forces of Nature by Annie Barrows, illus. by Sophie Blackall, in which the best friends must tackle a science-fair project; Taro Gomi's Play All Day by Taro Gomi, an art activity book in which readers can punch out and make 60 playthings; Day and Night by Teddy Newton, a picture book based on the Pixar animated short of the same name; and The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook Gross Junior Edition by David Borgenicht, about dealing with all things slimy, slippery, and smelly.

CHRONICLE/HANDPRINT

Handprint has such big ears for The Story of Little Red Riding Hood by Christopher Bing, a volume that contains retellings of the Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault versions of the classic tale.

CINCO PUNTOS

Cinco Puntos sings in the season with Which Side Are You On?: The Story of a Song by George Ella Lyon, illus. by Christopher Cardinale, about a song that represents the fight for rights the world over.

CONCORDIA

From It's a Book by Lane Smith (Roaring Brook)

Concordia celebrates its list with What Happened to Merry Christmas? by Robert Baker, illus. by Dave Hill, in which a boy wonders if the traditional greeting "Merry Christmas" is lost; Bible Birds and Beasties by Lena Lane, illus. by T.S. Spookytooth, a collection of 20 Bible stories featuring animals; When Someone Dies: Find Comfort in Jesus by Julie Stiegemeyer, a guide for helping children through the grieving process; and The Story of Christmas by Stephanie Jeffs, illus. by John Haysom, the story of the Nativity, based on the Gospel of Luke.

THE CREATIVE COMPANY

The Creative Company weaves a fall list with Spartacus the Spider Etíenne Delessert, about a small spider who learns about strength; The Creative Collection of American Short Stories, illus. by Yan Nascimbene, an illustrated anthology for older children featuring authors from Edgar Allan Poe to Alice Walker; Skywriting: Poems to Fly by J. Patrick Lewis, illus. by Laslo Kubini, a poetry collection celebrating humankind's history of flight; A Night on the Range by Aaron Frisch, illus. by Chris Sheban, in which a boy lives the life of a cowboy while in his backyard; and Self-Portrait with Seven Fingers: The Life of Marc Chagall in Verse by J. Patrick Lewis, illus. by Jane Yolen, a collection of 14 poetic verses that explore the artist's life and work.

DISNEY-HYPERION

Disney-Hyperion comes down to Earth for Misguided Angel by Melissa de la Cruz, a new addition to the Blue Bloods series; Artemis Fowl: The Atlantis Complex by Eoin Colfer, in which the brilliant antihero battles aliens in the mythic undersea city; The Steps Across the Water by Adam Gopnik, illus. by Bruce McCall, an illustrated novel about a girl's odyssey to a parallel New York City; Clementine, Friend of the Week by Sara Pennypacker, illus. by Marla Frazee, in which Clementine's flash of fame is interrupted by a missing kitty; and The Ghost and the Goth by Stacey Kade, a paranormal teen romance, first in a trilogy.

DISNEY-JUMP AT THE SUN

Disney-Jump at the Sun straps on its toe-shoes for Sugar Plum Ballerinas: Terrible Terrel by Whoopi Goldberg, illus. by Marilyn Roos, in which a young dancer must come to grips with her father's new love interest; Christmas in the Time of Billy Lee by Jerdine Nolen, illus. by Barry Moser, about a girl's Christmas wishes that come true; and Home Is with Our Family by Joyce Hansen, illus. by E.B. Lewis, first in a new historical fiction series about African-American pioneers.

DISNEY PRESS

Disney Press flits into fall with Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue: Lizzie's Fairy Field Journal, a guidebook to the fairies of Pixie Hollow; Tiana: The Grand Opening, a Disney Princess early chapter book; Tron: Betrayal, a graphic novel tie-in to the forthcoming feature film; Phineas and Ferb: Bring It on, Bully!, featuring a thumb-wrestling showdown; and Lightning Was Here: A Road Trip Through the World of Cars, a tour of hot spots seen in the animated film Cars.

DK

DK harnesses the Force for Star Wars Year by Year: A Visual Chronicle, covering the history and development of the Star Wars entertainment universe; What You Need to Know Now, a snapshot of Earth and its people; Danger!, offering information on such topics as fearsome predators or germs lurking on an unwashed hand; How to Do Everything, which includes information on subjects from physics to art; and DC Comics Chronicle, a chronological account of characters and the company that created them.

EARLYLIGHT BOOKS

EarlyLight Books gets wild with Animal Colors by Beth Fielding, developing color-recognition concepts; Animal Eyes by Fielding, a look at animal vision; and Fish Tricks by Haude Levesque, about fish behavior and morphology.

EDC/KANE MILLER

From ABC, Baby Me! by Susan B. Katz and Alicia Padrón (Random House/Corey)

Kane Miller plants a seed with A Garden for Pig by Kathryn Thurman, illus. by Lindsay Ward, in which Pig and Ms. Pippins consider new crops for their farm; The Gobble Gobble Moo Tractor Book by Jez Alborough, in which a chorus of animal sounds is mistaken for Farmer Dougal's tractor; Darius Bell and the Glitter Pool by Odo Hirsch, about a boy's discovery of riches that may save his family; Roll Up the Streets by John Bladek, in which a new kid in town gets caught up in a sticky corndog mystery; and When Molly Was a Harvey Girl: A Novel of the Old West by Frances Wood, in which orphaned sisters find employment at the Harvey Eating Houses servicing the Santa Fe Railroad Line.

EERDMANS

Eerdmans plans for a purrfect season with Do You Have a Cat? by Eileen Spinelli, illus. by Geraldo Valerio, about 12 historical figures and their feline friends; Little Croc's Purse by Lizzie Finlay, in which Little Croc returns a lost purse to its owner; Sivu's Six Wishes by Jude Daly, a folktale about a greedy stonemason; The Middle Sheet by Frances Watts, illus. by Judy Watson, more adventures of superheroes Extraordinary Ernie and Marvelous Maud; and The Wild Man by Mark Barratt, a sequel to the middle-grade novel Joe Rat.

EGMONT USA

Egmont USA holds court for The False Princess by Eilis O'Neal, a debut fantasy about a girl raised as a princess who finds out she is a decoy for the real thing; How to Grow Up and Rule the World by Vordak the Incomprehensible, an illustrated guide to being a supervillain; Rich and Mad by William Nicholson, a teen romance; Drought by Pam Bachorz, in which a cult survives after its leader abandons it; and Blood on My Hands by Todd Strasser, a teen thriller.

GAUTHIER PUBLICATIONS/FROG LEGS INK

Frog Legs Ink welcomes fall with The Ten Unusual Features of Lulu McDunn by Kelly Pulley, a picture book about self-esteem; and A Bald Chimpanzee: An Adventure in ABC's by Elizabeth Gauthier, an introduction to the alphabet.

GAUTHIER PUBLICATIONS/HUNGRY GOAT PRESS

Hungry Goat Press marks its progress for Milestones II by Samira Armin Hodges, the second installment of the Camp Milestone trilogy for middle graders; and The Cadence of Gypsies by Barbara Casey, a YA mystery involving a famous manuscript.

GROUNDWOOD

Groundwood Books greets fall with Doggy Slippers by Jorge Luján, illus. by Isol, trans. by John Oliver Simon and Rebecca Parfitt, a collection of poems about pets; Roslyn Rutabaga and the Biggest Hole on Earth by Marie-Louise Gay, in which a small rabbit sets out to dig a big hole; Migrant by Maxine Trottier, illus. by Isabelle Arsenault, a look at what it's like to be the child of migrant workers; No Safe Place by Deborah Ellis, the tale of four young migrants who seek safe haven in England; and Portrait of a Santero by Nicholas Herrera and Elisa Amado, photos by John Denne, a look at the early years of a U.S. folk artist.

HARLEQUIN TEEN

Harlequin Teen rushes into the season with Greek: Best Frenemies by Marsha Warner, the follow-up to Double Date; Past Midnight by Mara Purnhagen, about a girl with ghost-hunting parents; Unraveled by Gena Showalter, in which a boy must ascend the vampire throne and navigate a war with the faeries; Majix: Notes from a Serious Teenage Witch by Douglas Rees, about a witch-in-training; and The Iron Daughter by Julie Kagawa, sequel to The Iron King.

HARPERCOLLINS/BALZER & BRAY

From Miss Lina's Ballerinas by Grace Maccarone, illus. by Christine Davenier (Macmillan/Feiwel and Friends)

Balzer & Bray hops into the season with Rescue Bunnies by Doreen Cronin, illus. by Scott Menchin, the first in a series about a group of determined rabbits; Knuffle Bunny Free: An Unexpected Diversion by Mo Willems, in which the titular rabbit takes a trip around the world to end the Knuffle Bunny trilogy; All the Things I Love About You by LeUyen Pham, about a mother's love for her son; What Happened on Fox Street by Tricia Springstubb, a novel in which 10-year-old Mo faces a summer of secrets and surprises; and The Unidentified by Rae Mariz, a dystopian YA novel about a shopping mall where kids are monitored 24/7 for market research.

HARPERCOLLINS/COLLINS

Collins goes to the jungle for Tropical Rainforests by Seymour Simon, a photoessay; Emily's New Friend by Cindy Post Senning and Peggy Post, a picture book about how to build fun and lasting friendships; and Sid the Science Kid: Why Can't I Have Cake for Dinner? by Jodi Heulin, a title about healthy eating that ties-in to the PBS preschool series.

HARPERCOLLINS/COTLER

Joanna Cotler Books shouts from the rooftops for My Mommy Hung the Moon by Jamie Lee Curtis, illus. by Laura Cornell, a celebration of the unconditional love between mother and child.

HARPERCOLLINS/GREENWILLOW

Greenwillow rises up with Fury of the Phoenix by Cindy Pon, a companion to Silver Phoenix; The Ivy by Lauren Kunze and Rina Onur, a teen novel that looks at freshman life at Harvard University; Wildwing by Emily Whitman, a time-travel romance for teens; Fletcher and the Snowflake Christmas by Julia Rawlinson, illus. by Tiphanie Beeke, in which Fletcher the fox celebrates the holiday; and The Last Apprentice 7: Clan of the Hunted by Joseph Delaney, illus. by Patrick Arrasmith, more chilling adventures of Thomas Ward.

HARPERCOLLINS/HARPER

Harper counts down to fall with 13 Words by Lemony Snicket, illus. by Maira Kalman, a picture-book collection of the most essential words of all time; The Familiars by Adam Jay Epstein and Andrew Jacobson, a debut fantasy about a cat, blue jay and tree frog that must save their young wizards; Mary Engelbreit's Fairy Tales by Mary Engelbreit, an anthology of 12 favorite tales; I Shall Wear Midnight by Terry Pratchett, the final adventure of Tiffany Aching and the Wee Free Men; and Bright Young Things by Anna Godbersen, a teen series set in glamorous 1929 Gatsby-inspired Long Island.

HARPERCOLLINS/HARPERFESTIVAL

HarperFestival logs on for The Berenstain Bears' Computer Trouble by Jan Berenstain and Mike Berenstain, in which the family gets preoccupied by the new computer; Christmas Is Coming, Marley! by John Grogan, illus. by Richard Cowdrey, a touch-and-feel book starring this dog; Spider-Man Classic: Spider-Man's Big City Showdown by John Sazaklis, in which Spider-Man battles Carnage; and Superman Classic: Superman and the Mayhem of Metallo by Sarah Hynes Stephens and MADA Design, about Superman's efforts to save the City of Tomorrow.

HARPERCOLLINS/HARPERTEEN

HarperTeen rises up with Ascendant by Diana Peterfreund, the second book starring unicorn hunter Astrid; Firelight by Sophie Jordan, a YA debut about a high school girl who can shape shift into a dragon; I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore, featuring a seemingly normal teen boy who happens to be an alien; Paranormalcy by Kiersten White, a debut novel about a girl with special abilities; and Beastly Movie Tie-in by Alex Flinn, a retelling of Beauty and the Beast which features art from the CBS feature film.

HARPERCOLLINS/TEGEN

Katherine Tegen Books pinky-swears for The Trust by Tom Dolby, which follows four teens fighting a powerful and secretive society; I Didn't Do It by Patricia MacLachlan and Emily MacLachlan Charest, illus. by Katy Schneider, a collection of poems about things that puppies do and don't do; Floating on Mama's Song by Laura Lacamara, illus. by Yuyi Morales, a bilingual picture book about happiness; The Magnificent Twelve: The Call by Michael Grant, first in a new series in which 12 12-year-olds fight an ancient evil force; and Walls Within Walls by Maureen Sherry, about four children who move into a mysterious apartment building embedded with clues that may lead to a long-lost treasure.

HARPERCOLLINS/WALDEN POND PRESS

Walden Pond Press turns on the boy-power with Guys Read, Volume One: Humor, edited by Jon Scieszka, first in a book of short-story collections for boys that extends Scieszka's reading initiative and features such authors as Jeff Kinney, Kate DiCamillo and Eoin Colfer.

HOLIDAY HOUSE

From Zen Ghosts by Jon J Muth (Scholastic Press)

Holiday House is dreaming of sugarplums with The Night Before Christmas board bookby Tomie dePaola; Too Many Turkeys by Linda Arms White, illus. by Meghan Lloyd, a Thanksgiving picture book; The Spider's Gift: A Ukrainian Christmas Story by Eric A. Kimmel, illus. by Katya Krenina, about a simple holiday celebration; Do Not Steal This Book by Mary Amato, a middle-grade novel about students trying to solve the mystery of things disappearing in their classroom; and Saving the Song Boys by Martha Freeman, the debut of the First Kids and Hooligan mystery series, set in the White House.

HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT/CLARION

Clarion puts its best paw forward with The Desperate Dog Writes Again by Eileen Christelow, starring Emma the dog; Diary of a BABY Wombat by Jackie French, illus. by Bruce Whatley, about the antics of a wombat and its friend; Art and Max by David Wiesner, an exploration of friendship and art; The Ghost of Crutchfield Hall by Mary Downing Hahn, in which a dead girl wants to change places with her living brother; and A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park, a novel that combines two stories of Sudan, inspired by true events.

HMH/GRAPHIA

Graphia arms itself for Ghost Huntress Book 4: The Counseling by Marley Gibson, starring teen ghost huntress Kendall; Dead Is Just a Rumor by Marlene Perez, fourth in the series about the psychic Giordana sisters; Hunger by Jackie Kessler, a dark novel in which an anorexic teen becomes one of the four horsemen of the apocalypse; and It Started with a Dare by Lindsay Faith Rech, in which a girl decides to shed her good girl image when she starts a new school.

HMH/HARCOURT

Harcourt Books has a tasty recipe for fall with Piggy Pie Po by Don and Audrey Wood, a collection of three rhyming stories about a little pig; Genius Wars by Catherine Jinks, the conclusion to the high-tech trilogy that began with Evil Genius; Crazy by Han Nolan, a dark and humorous novel about a boy adjusting to his father's mental illness; The Secret of Ka by Christopher Pike, a contemporary fantasy featuring a flying carpet and a crafty djinn; and The Lives of the Presidents: Fame, Shame (and What the Neighbors Thought) by Kathleen Krull, illus. by Kathryn Hewitt, an updated edition of this compilation of biographical profiles.

HMH/HMH BOOKS

HMH Books checks its blueprints for Built to Last by David Macaulay, a reinvention of the author's works (City, Mosque, Castle, and Cathedral) with new drawings; The Little Prince Graphic Novel by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, illus. by Joann Sfar; Curious George Christmas Carols: A Book and CD featuring artwork by H.A. Rey and five classic carols; Who's Coming for Christmas?: A Holly-Jolly Lift-the-Flap Book by Kay and Linda Waters, illus. by Jeannie Winston; and Pirates Activity Book by Melinda Long, illus. by David Shannon, a tie-in to How I Became a Pirate and Pirates Don't Wear Diapers, featuring games and activities.

HMH/HOUGHTON MIFFLIN

Houghton Mifflin goes round the season with Pocket Full of Posies by Salley Mavor, a nursery rhyme collection; Bats at the Ballgame by Brian Lies, in which the furry creatures enjoy America's favorite pastime; Adios, Nirvana by Conrad Wesselhoeft, a debut novel about a boy coping with the death of his twin; Guyku by Bob Raczka, illus. by Peter H. Reynolds, a collection of boy-centric haiku; and The Boy in the Garden by Allen Say, a retelling of the Japanese folktale "The Grateful Crane."

HMH/SANDPIPER

Sandpiper believes with Miracle on 34th Street by Valentine Davies, a new edition of the classic Christmas story; Karma Bites by Stacy Kramer and Valerie Thomas, a comedic debut novel about Franny Flanders's arrival in seventh grade; and Sisters Eight Book 6: Petal's Problems by Lauren Baratz-Logsted with Greg Logsted and Jackie Logsted, about the Eights and their cats

IMMEDIUM

Immedium inks a new season with Sid the Squid and the Search for the Perfect Job by David Derrick, in which the title character hits the work world armed with numerous skills.

KANE PRESS

Kane Press sets off fireworks with The Case of the July 4th Jinx by Louis Montgomery, illus. by Amy Wummer, a Milo & Jazz mystery; and Eddie Elephant's Exciting Egg-Sitting,Frances Frog's Forever Friend, Gertie Gorilla's Glorious Gift, and Hanna Hippo's Horrible Hiccups, all new phonics titles in the Animal Antics A to Z series by Barbara deRubertis, illus. by R.W. Alley.

KAR-BEN

From Llama Llama Holiday Drama by Anna Dewdney (Penguin/Viking)

Kar-Ben spins a tale with Sammy Spider's First Simchat Torah by Sylvia Rouss, illus. by Katherine Janus Kahn, in which Sammy learns about the Jewish holiday; Maccabee! by Tilda Balsley, illus. by David Harrington, a rhyming version of the Hanukkah story; Zishe the Strongman by Robert Rubinstein, illus. by Woody Miller, a tale based on the real-life Polish Jew Zishe of Lodz, who was a successful circus act; Engineer Ari and the Sukkah Express by Deborah Bodin Cohen, illus. by Shahar Kober, in which Ari celebrates the holiday with a special surprise; and Miriam in the Desert by Jacqueline Jules, illus. by Natascia Ugliano, about Bezalel, the first artist in the Bible, who was inspired by Miriam's strength and kindness.

KENSINGTON/DAFINA BOOKS

Dafina Books is stylin' with Not a Good Look by Nikki Carter, about two cousins who enter the world of hip hop; Two the Hard Way by Travis Hunter, a debut YA novel about life in the projects; Drama High: Pushin' by L. Divine, the 12th book about the gritty adventures of high schooler Jayd Jackson; and an untitled second novel about street life by Hunter.

LANGENSCHEIDT/BERLITZ

Langenscheidt jumps into l'automne (and l'automno) with 601 French Verbs and 601 Italian Verbs.

LEE & LOW

Lee & Low aces fall with Game, Set, Match, Champion by Crystal Hubbard, illus. by Kevin Belford, a biography of late tennis star Arthur Ashe; Friend Power by Trish Marx, photos by Ellen B. Senisi, a photoessay about the bonds of friendship seen among children in China and kids in the U.S.; It Jes' Happened by Don Tate, illus. by Gregory Christie, the life and inspiration of artist Bill Traylor; ¡Olé Flamenco! by George Ancona, in which a girl learns the traditional Spanish dance; and Yummy by G. Neri, illus. by Randy DuBurke, a graphic novel based on the life and untimely death of Robert "Yummy" Sandifer, an 11-year-old gang member from Chicago.

LERNER/CAROLRHODA

Carolrhoda goes to the ends of the Earth for Frozen Secrets: Antarctica Revealed by Sally M. Walker, a portrait of the continent; Sneaky Sheep by Chris Monroe, the adventures of sheep Blossom and Rocky, and sheepdog Murphy; The Absolute Value of -1 by Steve Brezenoff, about three high school sophomores dealing with complicated family dynamics; The Freak Observer by Blythe Woolston, in which a teenage girl deals with a crippling case of PTSD; and Draw the Dark by Ilsa Bick, about the troubling paintings brought forth by a teenage boy's subconscious.

LERNER/GRAPHIC UNIVERSE

Graphic Universe gets lightheaded with The Drained Brains Caper by Trina Robbins, illus. by Tyler Page, about a girl out to stop sinister staff at her prep school from turning the students into automatons; A Hubbub by Brigitte Luciani, illus. by Eve Tharlet, the second installment about the blended family of Mr. Badger and Mrs. Fox; And Then There Were Gnomes by Colleen AF Venable, illus. by Stephanie Yue, in which Sasspants, reluctant Guinea Pig P.I., returns for another case; Agent Mongoose and the Attack of the Giant Insects by Dan Jolley and Marie Croall, illus. by Matt Wendt and The Quest for Dragon Mountain by Robin Mayhall, illus. by Alitha Martinez, new to the Twisted Journeys series in which readers choose plot directions; and the Alta Donna trilogy, a fantasy trilogy about a girl's coming of age.

LERNER/MILLBROOK

Millbrook adds to the season with Tally Cat Keeps Track by Trudy Harris, illus. by Andrew N. Harris, a rhyming picture book that teaches the concept of tallying; A-B-A-B-A—-a Book of Pattern Play and I'm and Won't, They're and Don't: What's a Contraction? by Brian P. Cleary, illus. by Brian Gable, two new grammar entries to the Words are CATegorical series.

LITTLE, BROWN

From Doctor Squash the Doll Doctor by Margaret Wise Brown, illus. by David Hitch (Random House/Golden)

Little, Brown goes wild with Reckless by Cornelia Funke, first in a fantasy-adventure series about two brothers, inspired by the Brothers Grimm; Children Make Terrible Pets by Peter Brown, starring a tutu-wearing bear and her "pet" boy named Squeakers; Dewey's Christmas at the Library by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter, illus. by Steve James, a holiday adventure for the library loving cat; Ninth Ward by Jewell Parker Rhodes, a coming-of-age story set in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina; and The Mockingbirds by Daisy Whitney, a debut novel about a secret society that administers "justice" at a boarding school.

LITTLE, BROWN/LB KIDS

LB Kids dons a cape for DC Superheroes: The Ultimate Pop-Up Book by DC Comics and Matthew Reinhart, a celebration of the comics publisher's 75th anniversary featuring Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and others; I Love You, Little Pumpkin! and Merry Christmas, Little One! by Sandra Magsamen, two lift-the-flap novelty books in the Snuggle-Me Stories line; and Pocket Kisses by Willa Perlman, illus. by Jill McDonald, a novelty title that celebrates all the types of kisses mommies leave with their children.

LITTLE, BROWN/POPPY

Poppy is far from plain with Jane by April Linder, a provocative spin on Jane Eyre, featuring a romance between a high school dropout and a reclusive rock star; The DUFF (Designated Ugly Fat Friend) by Kody Keplinger, the debut novel of a teen author writing about high school stereotypes, self esteem, and body image; Belle of the Brawl by Lisi Harrison, the third novel in the Alphas series; The Daughters by Joanna Philbin, the second adventure of three childhood friends with famous parents; and My Little Phony by Lisi Harrison, the continued hijinx of the Pretty Committee.

MARSHALL CAVENDISH

Marshall Cavendish fires up the oven for Teen Cuisine by Matthew Locricchio, photos by James Peterson, 50 recipes for aspiring chefs and sophisticated eaters; Little Red Riding Hood, illus. by Gennady Spirin, a retelling of the Brothers Grimm tale; Frankie Stein Starts School by Lola M. Schaefer, illus. by Kevan Atteberry, in which Frankie proves it's OK to be different; An Eyeball in My Garden: And Other Spine-Tingling Poems, an anthology of poems about things that go bump in the night; and Genius vs. Life by Jennifer Roy, about a 13-year-old gifted child.

MACMILLAN/FSG

Farrar, Straus & Giroux dives deep with The Pout-Pout Fish in the Big-Big Dark by Deborah Diesen, illus. by Dan Hanna, a sequel to The Pout-Pout Fish; Ernest, the Moose Who Doesn't Fit by Catherine Rayner, a concept book about size and bookmaking; Dirt Road Home by Watt Key, a companion to Alabama Moon; Solitary by Alexander Gordon Smith, the sequel to Lockdown: Escape from Furnace; and My Fake Boyfriend Is Better Than Yours by Kristina Springer, in which two frenemies—and their fake boyfriends—battle it out.

MACMILLAN/FSG/FOSTER

Frances Foster Books scores with Madlenka, Soccer Star by Peter Sis, in which Madlenka imagines she is a star player; There Are No Scary Wolves by Hyewon Yum, a humorous take on overcoming fear; The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester by Barbara O'Connor, about the capture of the largest frog in Carter, Ga.; and Saraswati's Way by Monika Schroder, a Slumdog Millionaire-like tale for middle-graders.

MACMILLAN/FEIWEL AND FRIENDS

Feiwel and Friends pirouettes into fall with Miss Lina's Ballerinas by Grace Maccarone, illus. by Christine Davenier, a tale of making friends and the joy of dance; Wherever You Are by Nancy Tillman, a collection of words and images about love; School! Adventures at the Harvey N. Trouble Elementary School by Kate McMullan, illus. by George Booth, an early chapter book about student Ron Faster's first week at an unusual institution; The Kneebone Boy by Ellen Potter, in which three peculiar children learn a shocking family secret; and The Haunting of Charles Dickens by Lewis Buzbee, in which a girl enlists the help of family friend Charles Dickens to find her missing brother.

MACMILLAN/FIRST SECOND

First Second gets the synapses firing with Brain Camp by Susan Kim and Laurence Klavan, illus. by Faith Erin Hicks, about a camp that promises to make kids smarter, but doesn't say how; Adventures in Cartooning Activity Book by Andrew Arnold and Alexis Frederick-Frost, a how-to book about cartooning; The Unsinkable Walker Bean by Aaron Renier, in which Walker embarks on an adventure-filled quest to heal his cursed grandfather; and The Zabime Sisters by Aristophane, a day in the life of three young sisters living in Guadeloupe.

MACMILLAN/HENRY HOLT

From Rescue Bunnies by Doreen Cronin, illus. by Scott Menchin (HarperCollins/Balzer & Bray)

Henry Holt slips into the season with Banana! by Ed Vere, a nearly wordless picture book about two monkeys and the titular fruit; Hold Me Closer, Necromancer by Lish McBride, in which fry cook Sam Corvus discovers he's a necromancer and has to save Seattle; 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Days by Bruce Goldstone, a collection of ideas for marking this school year milestone; Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? My First Reader by Bill Martin Jr., illus. by Eric Carle, a new format for the beloved picture book; and The House of Dead Maids by Clare B. Dunkle, a prelude to Wuthering Heights that incorporates Yorkshire lore and Brontë family history.

MACMILLAN/HENRY HOLT/OTTAVIANO

Christy Ottaviano Books puts on a happy face for Birdy's Smile Book by Laurie Keller, a picture-book exploration of smiling; Welcome to Monster Town by Ryan Heshka, a spooky romp featuring Dr. Cyclops and Frank N. Stein; Girl, Stolen by April Henry, a thriller about a blind girl who is kidnapped; Are You Scared Yet? Haunted Houses by Robert D. San Souci, 10 tales about untraditional haunted houses; and Cool Robots by Sean Kenney, a compendium of LEGO creations.

MACMILLAN/KINGFISHER

Kingfisher gets down to nuts and bolts with Robots, an exploration of how these machines work; Versus: Pirates, a look at one-on-one battles of 10 of the greatest pirates in history; Wild Alphabet, a pop-up featuring 26 wild animals; Gifted: Now You See Me by Marilyn Kaye, about middle schoolers with supernatural powers; and The Book of Bad Things, a collection of facts about deadly diseases, foul foods, and more.

MACMILLAN/ROARING BROOK

Roaring Brook reads between the lines with It's a Book by Lane Smith, a picture book presenting a pithy message about reading in the digital age; Last Song by Eric Rohmann, an adaptation of a Scottish poem/lullaby; The Children of the Lost by David Whitley, a sequel to The Midnight Charter; Popville by Anouck Boisrobert and Louis Rigaud, a novelty book that brings to life a village's growth into a city; and Gathering Sparks by Howard Schwartz, illus. by Kristina Swarner, a picture book about the hopefulness of good deeds.

MACMILLAN/ROARING BROOK/FLASH POINT

Flash Point salutes the season with Arlington by Chris L. Demarest, the story of our national cemetery; Ballet for Martha by Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan, illus. by Brian Floca, a celebration of three artists who produced the American ballet Appalachian Spring; Stable by Ted Lewin, a look at the past, present, and uncertain future of one of the last horse stables in New York City; Skywalkers by David Weitzman, a portrait of Native American ironworkers; and The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism, and Treachery by Steve Sheinkin, a biography.

MACMILLAN/ROARING BROOK/PORTER

Neal Porter Books has its claws out with Bad Kitty vs. Uncle Murray by Nick Bruel, a smackdown between Kitty and her archenemy; Flirt Club by Cathleen Daly, in which the author offers a potential solution for meeting boys; The Last Train by Gordon Titcomb, illus. by Wendell Minor, a tribute to trains and train lore; The Red Hen by Ed Emberley and Rebecca Emberley, a retelling of the folktale; and Brains for Lunch by K.A. Holt, illus. by Gahan Wilson, a zombie novel told in haiku.

MIRRORSTONE

Mirrorstone heads into the night with Young Wizards Handbook: How to Trap a Zombie, Track a Vampire, and Other Hands-On Activities for Monster Hunters by A.R. Rotruck, an activity guide for fantasy fans.

NOMAD PRESS

Nomad Press marches through time with Great George Washington Projects You Can Build Yourself by Carla Mooney, illus. by Samuel Carbaugh, a look into the life and times of our nation's first president; Amazing Food Projects: Investigate the History and Science of What We Eat by Kathleen Reilly, illus. by Carbaugh, an exploration of diet, farming, food-related technology and more; and The Silk Road: Discover the World's Most Famous Trade Route by Kathy Ceceri, illus. by Farah Rizvi, an interactive adventure along this trade route.

NORTH-SOUTH BOOKS

North-South Books goes back for seconds with Oscar and the Very Hungry Dragon by Uta Krause, in which Oscar must cook up a meal for the dragon after the village runs out of princesses to send it; and The Curious Little Witch by Lieve Baeten, first in a picture-book series about a curious little witch who investigates a mysterious house.

PELICAN

Pelican puts its briefs in order for Lawyer's Week Before Christmas by Joseph Justice, illus. by Salima Alikhan, a legal-flavored parody of Clement C. Moore's work; Ghouls Go Haunting by Tom McDermott, illus. by Liz McGrath, a spooky counting book; The Gigantic Sweet Potato by Dianne de Las Casas, illus. by Marita Gentry, a southern twist on a favorite folktale; The Kvetch Who Stole Hanukkah by Bill Berlin and Susan Isakoff Berlin, illus. by Peter J. Welling, in which a Hanukkah miracle may cheer the grouchy kvetch of Oyville; and Ocean Commotion by Janeen Mason, about a hermit crab's search for a new shell.

PENGUIN/DIAL

Dial gets catty with The Three Little Kittens by Jerry Pinkney, a new version of the nursery rhyme; Snowmen All Year by Caralyn Buehner, illus. by Mark Buehner, a follow-up to Snowmen at Christmas; Scumble by Ingrid Law, the companion to Savvy, which takes place nine years later; No Passengers Beyond This Point by Gennifer Choldenko, a contemporary reality-bending tale; and Extraordinary by Nancy Werlin, a YA fantasy-romance.

PENGUIN/DUTTON

From Welcome to Monster Town by Ryan Heshka (Macmillan/Henry Holt/Ottaviano)

Dutton makes the grade with Skippyjon Jones, Class Act by Judy Schachner, in which the kitty boy attends dog training school; A Murder for Macaroni and Cheese by Ellen Raskin, a newly discovered tale from the late author of The Westing Game; A Tale Dark and Grimm by Adam Gidwitz, a debut work that follows Hansel and Gretel through the Grimms' bloodiest tales; Twelfth Grade Kills: The Chronicles of Vladimir Tod by Heather Brewer, the conclusion to this series about a teenage vampire; and Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins, about budding romance for an American girl in a Parisian boarding school.

PENGUIN/GROSSET & DUNLAP

Grosset & Dunlap straps on its sandals for Gladiator Boy: A Hero's Quest by David Grimstone, illus. by James de la Rue, first in a series about Decimus Rex who's been kidnapped by slavers and brought to Rome; George Brown, Class Clown: Super Burp! by Nancy Krulik, illus. by Aaron Blecha, a new series starring Katie Kazoo's pal; Splurch Academy for Disruptive Boys: The Rat Brain Fiasco by Julie Gardner Berry, illus. by Sally Faye Gardner, a series debut set in a sinister boarding school; Chaotic: The M'arrillian Chronicles: The Khilaian Sphere by Aaron Rosenberg, a prequel to the fantasy series Chaotic; and The Penguins of Madagascar: Gone in a Flash by Molly Reisner, in which the penguins discover a tourist's camera.

PENGUIN/PHILOMEL

Philomel takes wing with Elsie's Bird by Jane Yolen, illus. by David Small, about a girl who feels lost in her home on the prairie; Old Bear and His Cub by Olivier Dunrea, a picture book about a young bear playing parent to his father; Hero by Mike Lupica, a tale of good vs. evil starring a boy with superpowers; Nightshade by Andrea Cremer, a debut paranormal romance; and You Are My I Love You Board Book by Maryann Cusimano Love, illus. by Satomi Ichikawa, a bestseller in a new format.

PENGUIN/PRICE STERN SLOAN

Price Stern Sloan gets up close and personal for Your Body: Boogers and All by Philip Ardagh, illus. by Mark Gordon, filled with fun facts about the human body; Many Marvelous Monsters by Ed Heck, the story of a silly monster talent show; Everyone Needs a Friend by Dubravka Kolanovic, in which Jack the wolf finds an unlikely friend in Walter the dormouse; Megamind: The Movie Storybook, a tie-in to a film about superhero rivals; and Mr. Men: A Christmas Carol originated by Roger Hargreaves, illus. by Adam Hargreaves, a holiday volume featuring Mr. Stingy, Mr. Happy, and Little Miss Bossy.

PENGUIN/PUFFIN

Puffin sends shivers down the spine with Fear: Thirteen Stories of Suspense and Horror by authors including R.L. Stine, Meg Cabot, and Heather Graham, an anthology of never-before-published tales; Selfish Elf Wish by Heather Swain, a sequel to Me, My Elf and I; Trance by Swain, about a girl who goes into a trance when bad things are about to happen; A Whale of a Time! by Jeff Corwin, new to the Jeff Corwin Junior Explorer wildlife series; and Sealed with a Kiss by Robin Palmer, which joins the middle grade series Yours Truly, Lucy B. Parker.

PENGUIN/PUTNAM

Putnam quacks up over Santa Duck and His Merry Helpers by David Milgrim, in which Santa Duck must share the spotlight with his siblings; The Three Little Dassies by Jan Brett, an African twist on The Three Pigs; Pecan Pie Baby by Jacqueline Woodson, illus. by Sophie Blackall, about a girl adjusting to the idea of a new family member; I Wanna New Room by Karen Orloff, illus. by David Catrow, in which Alex tries to get his way by leaving persuasive notes for his dad; and Pegasus by Robin McKinley, a fantasy about the unbreakable friendship between a princess and her Pegasus.

PENGUIN/RAZORBILL

Razorbill marks its calendar for The Extraordinary Secrets of April, May & June by Robin Benway, a novel about the power of sisterhood; The Eternal Ones by Kirsten Miller, in which a Southern girl travels to New York City to unravel the mystery of her past lives; The Replacement by Brenna Yovanoff, a debut YA novel about a teenage boy claimed by dark creatures; Virals by Kathy Reichs, a YA series from the creator of the Bones books and TV show featuring the teenage niece of Temperance Brennan; and Vampire Academy, Book 6 by Richelle Mead, the final installment of the series about teen vamps.

PENGUIN/VIKING

Viking gets tucked in with Max and Ruby's Bedtime Book by Rosemary Wells, in which the siblings beg Grandma to tell them more stories about themselves when they were younger bunnies; Llama Llama Holiday Drama by Anna Dewdney, in which Mama relieves little Llama's holiday stress; I Miss You Mouse by Greg Foley, a pop-up book starring best pals Bear and Mouse; The Painted Boy by Charles DeLint, about a boy trying to understand his heritage as a part-magical being; and Barbie: The Doll, Her Influence, and You by Tanya Lee Stone, a look at the iconic doll's 50-year history.

PENGUIN/WARNE

Frederick Warne gets a head start with Run, Peter, Run!; The Untidy House of Mrs. Tittlemouse; Peter Rabbit Book and Blanket Set; and A Rabbit's Tale, all based on the characters by Beatrix Potter; and Magical Secret Garden, in which a fairy named Lily explores Fairyopolis.

PLAY BAC

Play Bac sharpens its pencils for Discover and Draw: Dinos!, in which readers will find facts about dinosaurs and can access how-to-draw steps for creating 12 creatures; Make a Scene: People and Make a Scene: Animals, interactive books with 50 vinyl stickers and different landscapes; and two concept books, My Busy Book: Ages 3-4 and My Busy Book: Ages 4-5.

RANDOM HOUSE

From Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow by Robert San Souci, illus. by E.B. Lewis (Scholastic/Orchard)

Random House trots into fall with Hush, Little Horsie by Jane Yolen, illus. by Ruth Sanderson, a bedtime story featuring ponies; Jake by Audrey Couloumbis, in which 10-year-old Jake discovers his makeshift family isn't so bad; Star of Stone by P.D. Baccalario, trans. by Leah Janeczko, second in the Century Quartet; Brain Jack by Brian Falkner, in which online gaming has become a life-and-death proposition; and The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories by Dr. Seuss, which includes seven recently discovered treasures.

RANDOM HOUSE/COREY

Robin Corey Books goes cosmopolitan with Gigi in the Big City, a novelty story that incorporates history, fashion, and a makeover; Thumb Love by Elise Primavera, a 12-step program to help thumb suckers kick the habit; Happy Birthday, Little Pookie by Sandra Boynton, featuring Pookie the pig; Bosco's Busy Morning by Chuck Murphy, which introduces colors, counting, and a chocolate lab; and ABC, Baby Me! by Susan B. Katz and Alicia Padrón, an alphabet title with a multicultural cast of babies.

RANDOM HOUSE/DELACORTE

Delacorte heats things up with The Scorch Trials by James Dashner, in which Thomas and the Gladers are still on the run; Revolution by Jennifer Donnelly, a YA tale about a girl struggling to find herself; Torment by Lauren Kate, second in the Fallen series; Museum of Thieves by Lian Tanner, a fantasy in which a girl finds escape in the mysterious living Museum of Dunt; and A Crack in the Sky by Mark Peter Hughes, an action adventure set in a futuristic dome city.

RANDOM HOUSE/FICKLING

David Fickling Books hopes to find treasure with Trash by Andy Mulligan, a thriller; and The Immortals by Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell, the 10th and final book in the Edge Chronicles fantasy series.

RANDOM HOUSE/GOLDEN

Golden Books prepares a fall menu with Triceratops for Lunch, a tie-in to the new PBS Kids animated series, "Jim Henson's Dinosaur Train"; Doctor Squash the Doll Doctor by Margaret Wise Brown, illus. by David Hitch, in which a sick doctor is cared for by a team of dolls; Bunny's Fuzzy Christmas, a board book featuring characters from Dorothy Kunhardt's Pat the Bunny; Dora's Birthday Surprise! by Molly Reisner, illus. by Dave Aikins, a new book format celebrating Dora the Explorer's 10th anniversary; and Misty Island Rescue by Reverend W. Awdry, illus. by Tommy Stubbs, a story book tie-in to the direct-to-DVD movie that marks Thomas the Tank Engine's 65th anniversary.

RANDOM HOUSE/KNOPF

Knopf saddles up for A Good Horse by Jane Smiley, a middle-grade novel set in 1960s California; The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saens, new verses by Jack Prelutsky, illus. by Mary GrandPré, a new spin on the classical music piece that comes with a CD; Dash and Lily by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan, a new he-said/she-said love story about two New York City teens; Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak, a coming-of age story about a bridge-building boy; and How Tia Lola Came to Teach by Julia Alvarez, the sequel to How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay.

RANDOM HOUSE/LAMB

Wendy Lamb Books gathers round for The Storyteller by Patricia Reilly Giff, in which a girl becomes interested in the American Revolution after discovering a drawing of an ancestor; Number One Kid and Big Whopper by Giff, which kick off the Zigzag Kids series; The Things a Brother Knows by Dana Reinhardt, in which a younger brother is shocked to discover how much his brother has changed after fighting in the Middle East; and The Dark Deeps: The Hunchback Assignments II by Arthur Slade, starring a 14-year-old shape-shifting hunchback who investigates mysteries.

RANDOM HOUSE/SCHWARTZ & WADE

Schwartz & Wade Books takes a spin with Dust Devil by Anne Isaacs, illus. by Paul O. Zelinsky, a follow-up to Swamp Angel; Clever Jack Takes the Cake by Candace Fleming, illus. by G. Brian Karas, an original fairy tale; Duck & Goose Christmas by Tad Hills, a holiday tale starring the feathered friends; Alvin Ho: Allergic to Science Projects, Birthday Parties, and other Manmade Catastrophes by Lenore Look, illus. by LeUyen Pham, about a boy who is terrified of going to a girl's birthday party; and Princess Baby on the Go by Karen Katz, in which Princess Baby goes to Grandma's for a sleepover.

READER'S DIGEST

From Clever Jack Takes the Cake by Candace Fleming, illus. by G. Brian Karas (Random House/Schwartz & Wade)

Reader's Digest has a snack attack with Monster Munch, an interactive book that allows readers to feed hungry monsters through a zipper mouth; Nutcracker Gift Box, which packages an adaptation of E.T.A. Hoffman's story with dioramas; Disney Princess Enchanted Palace, a castle-shaped box with play scenes, stickers and a storybook; and Toy Story 3 Together Forever Book and Playbox, a movie tie-in with stickers, play scenes, and pieces.

RUNNING PRESS

Running Press puckers up for Kiss Me Deadly, ed. by Tricia Telep, a short story collection with a paranormal romance theme; Nonna Tell Me a Story by Lidia Bastianich, in which the famous chef shares family stories and food traditions; Peanuts: It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! by Charles M. Schulz, a new edition of the holiday favorite; Lost Souls: Dead Lands, created by Jordan Weisman, written by Mel Odom, second in a trilogy about a boy with psychic gifts; and Contagion by Joanne Dahme, a murder mystery set in 19th century Philadelphia.

SASQUATCH

Sasquatch is on the map with Larry Gets Lost in Chicago by John Skewes and Michael Mullin, illus. by Skewes, in which Larry the dog gets separated from his owner in the Windy City.

SCHOLASTIC/BLUE SKY PRESS

Blue Sky Press hangs its stockings with care for It's Christmas, David! by David Shannon, starring a boy known to have a nose for trouble.

SCHOLASTIC/CARTWHEEL

Cartwheel Books gets tails wagging with Smooch Your Pooch by Teddy Slater, illus. by Arthur Howard, an ode to four-legged friends; Star Wars: ABC, an alphabetical trip through the intergalactic world of Star Wars; Astroblast!: Moon Stone Mystery by Bob Kolar, new to an early reader series that features visual games; Dino Parade! by Thom Wiley, illus. by Benji Davies, a pull-out board book with a five foot–long parade of characters; and I SPY a Christmas Tree by Jean Marzollo and Walter Wick, a holiday search-and-find.

SCHOLASTIC/CHICKEN HOUSE

Chicken House shines its tiara for The Princess Trap by Kirsten Boie, in which it's up to restless Princess Jenna to stop a civil war; Song for a Princess by Rachael Mortimer, illus. by Maddy McClellan, about a bird who tries to please a princess; Ghoul Strike! by Andrew Newbound, a middle-grade novel starring a ghost-busting psychic girl; and The Crowfield Curse by Pat Walsh, a medieval mystery set in a world of Old Magic.

SCHOLASTIC/DI CAPUA

From 13 Words by Lemony Snicket, illus. by Maira Kalman (HarperCollins/Harper)

Michael di Capua Books finds its voice with Mr. Putney's Quacking Dog by Jon Agee, a collection of animal riddles; Captain Sky Blue by Richard Egielski, chronicling the adventures of a mischievous toy pilot; and The Odious Ogre by Norton Juster, illus. by Jules Feiffer, a picture book about an ogre and a kind young lady.

SCHOLASTIC/GRAPHIX

Graphix looks to the skies for Amulet #3: The Cloud Searchers by Kazu Kibuishi, in which the team charters an airship to search for the lost city of Cielis; Bone: Tall Tales by Jeff Smith and Tom Sniegoski, in which Smiley Bone retells the legendary stories of Boneville; Ghostopolis by Doug TenNapel, about a boy zapped into the spirit world; and Kind: The Good Neighbors Book 3 by Holly Black, illus. by Ted Naifeh, in which Rue must decide whether to take her place as rightful faerie heir.

SCHOLASTIC/KLUTZ

Klutz waves in the season with The Hand Book: Science at Your Fingertips by Pat Murphy, a book about anatomy, featuring a skeleton model; The Klutz Book of Inventions by John Cassidy, which includes information on over 200 inventions; Headbands and Hairstyles by Eva Steele-Saccio, a style title with everything one needs to create hair accessories; Music Video by Kaitlyn Nichols, a how-to guide for aspiring performers; and My Name: Secrets, Games & Fortunes that Reveal the Real You by Karen Phillips, an activity book aimed at girls fascinated by what's in a name.

SCHOLASTIC/LEVINE

Arthur A. Levine Books opens an account for The Memory Bank by Carolyn Coman, illus. by Rob Shepperson, in which a girl is separated from her little sister and told to forget her; Plain Kate by Erin Bow, about a girl whose skill with a carving knife invites speculation that she might be a witch; StarCrossed by Elizabeth Bunce, a thief hiding out at a posh castle gets caught up in a religious civil war; Mad at Mommy by Komako Sakai, starring a young bunny who is very mad at his mother; and Bobby the Brave (Sometimes) by Lisa Yee, illus. by Dan Santat, in which Bobby must overcome stage fright to prove his bravery to his father.

SCHOLASTIC LICENSED PUBLISHING

Scholastic Licensed Publishing counts down to Alpha and Omega, a tie-in to the fall 2010 movie; Star Wars: Millenium Falcon by Ryder Windham, a dissection of the most famous ship in the Star Wars galaxy; Bakugan Ultimate Handbook by Tracey West, a reference guide for Bakugan fans; Angel Cat Sugar: Tea Party, a board book; Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Movie Tie-In Program, a retrospective sticker book.

SCHOLASTIC/LITTLE SCHOLASTIC

Little Scholastic hits the road with Beep! Beep! by Jill Ackerman, illus. by Michelle Berg, a cloth novelty book about things that go; and Stacking Shapes by Salina Yoon, a collection of board books inspired by the classic stacking rings toy.

SCHOLASTIC NONFICTION

From The Last Train by Gordon Titcomb, illus. by Wendell Minor (Roaring Brook/Porter)

Scholastic Nonfiction forecasts a fine fall with The Weather Channel: Forces of Nature, which shows how weather forms; The Body Book for Boys by Rebecca Paley, a guide filled with facts, quizzes, and Q&As about boys' growing bodies; A Zombie's Guide to the Human Body, an in-depth look at anatomy, zombie-style; and Girls' Life Guide to Being the Most Amazing You and Girls' Life Guide to a Drama-Free Life, advice volumes aimed at tween girls.

SCHOLASTIC/ORCHARD

Orchard Books takes aim with Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow by Robert San Souci, illus. by E.B. Lewis, a tale from the legend of Robin Hood; If You're a Monster and You Know It by Rebecca Emberley and Ed Emberley, a twist on the popular kids' tune that comes with a downloadable song; and One Drowsy Dragon by Ethan Long, a sleepy counting book.

SCHOLASTIC PAPERBACKS

Scholastic Paperbacks takes a bite out of the season with I Survived... the Shark Attacks of 1916 by Lauren Tarshis, in which 10-year-old Chet comes face-to-face with a great white shark; Sophie the Hero by Lara Bergen, illus. by Laura Tallardy, new to a series about third-grader Sophie; Rock & Role, Scheme Spirit, and Swan Fake by Maya Gold, which join the Cinderella Cleaners series; Now You See Me... by Jane B. Mason and Sarah Hines Stephens, an addition to the Poison Apple series; and I'm Not a Supermouse!, Thea Stilton and the Mystery in Paris and The Quest for Happiness by Geronimo Stilton, the mouse journalist's latest capers.

SCHOLASTIC/POINT

Point logs in for What's Your Status? A Top 8 Novel by Katie Finn, in which high school junior Madison gets tangled up in another social networking mystery.

SCHOLASTIC PRESS

Scholastic Press snuggles under the covers with The Sea of Sleep by Warren Hanson, illus. by Jim LaMarche, a picture-book lullaby; Zen Ghosts by Jon J Muth, a Halloween companion to Zen Shorts and Zen Ties; The Clockwork Three by Matthew Kirby, in which an enchanted green violin, an automaton, a hidden treasure, and three kids are brought together; The Danger Box by Blue Balliett, in which a boy discovers a notebook that links him to a great historical figure; and Touch Blue by Cynthia Lord, about a girl who must save her one-room schoolhouse.

SIMON & SCHUSTER

Simon & Schuster hops into fall with The Rabbit Problem by Emily Gravett, a picture book featuring animal characters and math; A Pig Parade Is a Terrible Idea by Michael Ian Black, illus. by Kevin Hawkes, a humorous picture book; The Search for WondLa by Tony DiTerlizzi, first in a fantasy series; Rot and Ruin by Jonathan Maberry, in which a teenager grows up in postapocalyptic, zombie-infested America; and Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick, the sequel to Hush, Hush.

S&S/ALADDIN

Aladdin keeps it on the down low with Rules for Secret-Keeping by Lauren Barnholdt, a novel about a seventh-grade entrepreneur with an unusual business; Diary of a Wimpy Vampire by Tim Collins, a Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Twilight story; The Limit by Kristen Landon, a debut dystopian thriller; and Milo: Sticky Notes and Brain Freeze by Alan Silberberg, a story told in text and cartoons in which a 13-year-old boy struggles with loss.

S&S/ATHENEUM

Atheneum has something to caw about with Little Black Crow by Chris Raschka, a picture book starring a boy and a bird; Too Busy Marco by Roz Chast, in which a young bird is not ready for bed; Lulu and the Brontosaurus by Judith Viorst, illus. by Lane Smith, an illustrated chapter book; Lucky for Good by Susan Patron, which concludes the trilogy begun with the Newbery-winning The Higher Power of Lucky; and Forge by Laurie Halse Anderson, the sequel to Chains.

S&S/BEACH LANE

Beach Lane Books knows no fear with Agent O, or the Smell of Danger by M.T. Anderson, fourth in the Pals in Peril series; Counting Goats by Mem Fox, illus. by Jan Thomas, a humorous concept book; Balancing Act by Ellen Stoll Walsh, a book for young teeter-totterers; and The Boss Baby by Marla Frazee, a humorous new-baby book.

S&S/LITTLE SIMON

Little Simon checks the fridge for My Foods, a board book introduction to food; Where Is Friendship Bear? by Romero Britto, a lift-the-flap/touch-and-feel title featuring pop art; Beauty and the Beast by Robert Sabuda, a pop-up adaptation; Little Yellow Square by David A. Carter, which introduces a color series; and Aesop's Fables by Chris Beatrice, illus. by Bruce Whatley, a pop-up version of this story collection.

S&S/LITTLE SIMON INSPIRATIONS

Little Simon Inspirations opens up with Gift from the Heart by Victoria Osteen, illus. by Diane Palmisciano, an uplifting Christmas picture book.

S&S/MCELDERRY

Margaret K. McElderry Books revs up the sleigh for Jeanette Claus Saves Christmas by Douglas Rees, illus. by Olivier Latyk, in which a sick Santa must find a replacement; The Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare, kicking off a prequel trilogy to the Mortal Instruments series; Fallout by Ellen Hopkins, the finale of the Crank series; and Zombies vs. Unicorns edited by Holly Black and Justine Larbalestier, a short-story anthology.

S&S/SIMON PULSE

Simon Pulse watches its back with The Haunted by Jessica Verday, a sequel to The Hollow; Behemoth by Scott Westerfeld, illus. by Keith Thompson, a sequel to Leviathan; Converted by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie, first in the new Crusade series; and Wayward Girls by Leila Sales, a debut novel starring a 16-year-old girl navigating the stresses of junior year.

S&S/SIMON SPOTLIGHT

Simon Spotlight says hello to fall with Ni Hao, Kai-Lan: Kai-Lan, Princess of Friends, adapted by Veronica Paz, in which Kai-Lan helps her animal pals; Olivia TV Tie-in: Olivia Claus by Kama Einhorn, illus. by Jared Osterhold, a novelty holiday title; Dora the Explorer: Dora's Big Birthday Adventure by Lauryn Silverhardt, illus. by Robert Roper, the finale of the storybook series; and Charm Girls Club: Welcome to Charm Valley by Ruby Sweet, first in a chapter book series inspired by the video game of the same name.

S&S/WISEMAN

From Dust Devil by Anne Isaacs, illus. by Paul O. Zelinsky (Random House/Schwartz & Wade)

Paula Wiseman Books gets in the race with The Tortoise or the Hare by Toni Morrison, illus. by Slade Morrison, a retelling of the classic tale; Mostly Monsterly by Tammi Sauer, illus. by Scott Magoon, a tale of friendship; My Little Pink Princess Purse by Stephen T. Johnson, a novelty book; ValueTales: Growing Good People One Story at a Time by Spencer Johnson, illus. by Dan Andreasen, a collection of value-based life stories; and Red Zone by Tiki and Ronde Barber, in which the football-playing brothers may be sidelined by Chicken Pox.

SIMPLY READ

Simply Read Books gives chase to Runaway Alphabet by Kari-Lynn Winters, illus. by Ben Frey, a phonetic alphabet book; Singing Away the Dark by Caroline Woodward, illus. by Julie Morstad, a picture book about a girl's morning walk to her rural bus stop; Pussycat, Pussycat by Dan Bar-el, illus. by Rae Mate, an expanded version of the nursery rhyme; The Melancholic Mermaid by Kallie George, illus. by Abigail Halpin, a modern fairy tale starring a two-tailed mermaid and a circus boy who befriends her; and The Silver Leaf by Oliver Neubert, a fantasy novel in which a girl is on a quest to find hidden relics.

SOURCEBOOKS JABBERWOCKY

Sourcebooks Jabberwocky sets sail for fall with Sea of Bath by Bob Logan, a board book about a tugboat captain; My Dad, My Hero by Ethan Long, about Dad as an everyday superhero; The Allegra Biscotti Collection by Sherri Rifkin, starring a 13-year-old fashion designer; The Body Thief by Stephen Giles, a mystery in which three cousins scheme for their evil uncle's fortune; and Beast Friends Forever by Nate & Vince Evans, which kicks off a chapter series about two siblings who discover a monster living under the bed.

SOURCEBOOKS FIRE

Sourcebooks Fire has an app for that with iDracula by Bekka Black, a retelling of Bram Stoker's tale using text messages, emails, and Twitter feeds; Magic 8 by Risa Green, in which a Magic 8 Ball toy mysteriously connects three teenage friends; and Amelia O'Donohue Is So Not a Virgin by Helen Fitzgerald, a YA novel featuring a juicy boarding school rivalry.

STERLING

Sterling sets the table for You Are What You Eat and Other Mealtime Hazards by Serge Bloch, a food-inspired book of idioms; Man Gave Names to All the Animals by Bob Dylan, illus. by Jim Arnosky, a picture-book adaptation of a whimsical tune, with CD; 1+1=5 and Other Unlikely Additions by David LaRochelle, illus. by Brenda Sexton, a picture book about imagination and math; What It's Like to Climb Mount Everest, Blast Off Into Space, Survive a Tornado, and Other Extraordinary Stories by Jeff Belanger, an inspirational anthology; and Helping Hands Books, a new line of books by Sarah, Duchess of York, illus. by Ian Cunliffe, focusing on children's everyday life experiences, such as starting school or welcoming a new sibling.

ST. MARTIN'S GRIFFIN

St. Martin's Griffin plays with fire with Dark Flame by Alyson Noël, the fourth title in the Immortals series; Miles from Ordinary by Carol Lynch Williams, in which a teen girl must cope with her mentally unstable mother; Dark Talents: A Nightrunner Novel by Max Turner, which has Zack and Charlie on the run from a dangerous creature; and Warm Days (tentative title) by Rebecca Maizel, the first title in a trilogy that rewrites the rules of blood-sucking.

SYLVAN DELL

Sylvan Dell straps on its backpack for A Day on the Mountain by Kevin Kurtz, illus. by Erin Hunter, a rhyming story about a mountain habitat; Ready, Set, Wait! by Patti Zelch, illus. by Connie McLennan, a look at how animals and humans prepare for an approaching hurricane; Ten for Me by Barbara Mariconda, illus. by Gary Phillips, a picture book focusing on butterfly catching and math; Astro the Stellar Sea Lion by Jeanne Walker Harvey, illus. by Shennen Bersani, the true story of a sea lion rescue in California; and Champ's Story: Dogs Get Cancer, Too! by Sherry North, illus. by Kathleen Reitz, in which a family pet becomes ill.

TOMMY NELSON

Tommy Nelson pricks up its ears for Jesus Calling for Kids by Sarah Young, a devotional for young readers; The Boy Who Changed the World by Andy Andrews, which imparts the message that the smallest actions can impact all of humanity; and Venom and Song by Wayne Thomas Batson and Christopher Hopper, the second title in the Berrinfell Prophecies fantasy series.

TOR/STARSCAPE

Starscape holds its nose for The Big Stink by David Lubar, about a zombie boy whose cover is almost blown when his hands and feet start to really stink.

TOR/TOR TEEN

Tor Teen conjures the season with Shadow Grail #1: Legacies by Mercedes Lackey and Rosemary Edghill, first in a mysterious series in which a girl discovers her magical powers; and The Boy from Ilysies by Pearl North, sequel to the fantasy title Libyrinth.

TRICYCLE PRESS

Tricycle Press bundles up for The Cold Water Witch by Yannick Murphy, illus. by Tom Lintern, about a witch looking for a girl to whisk away to a winterland; Samuel's Baby by Mark Elkin, illus. by Amy Wummer, in which a kindergartener announces to his class that he's having a baby; Moon Child by Nadia Krilanovich, illus. by Elizabeth Sayles, a bedtime book; Baxter the Pig Who Wanted to Be Kosher by Laurel Snyder, illus. by David Goldin, about a pig's efforts to observe Jewish dietary laws; and Absolutely Beastly Children by Daniel T. Krall, featuring 26 ill-behaved kids.

WALKER

Walker Books buckles up for Timeriders by Alex Scarrow, a time-bending adventure; Even Monsters Need Haircuts by Matt McElligott, in which a boy emulating his barber dad sees some strange things during the night shift; and Once Upon a Royal Super Baby by Kevin O'Malley, illus. by Carol Heyer and Scott Goto, the follow up to Once Upon a Cool Motorcycle Dude.

ZONDERKIDZ

Zonderkidz marches two-by-two into fall with Get to the Ark by Cuyler Black, a twist on the Bible tale as narrated by an aardvark and a flamingo; The Goat of Many Colors, also by Black, a parallel to the story of Joseph's coat; St. Francis and the Nativity by Myrna Strasser, illus. by Fausto Bianchi, in which the saint known for his kindness to animals meets a shepherd boy at the Nativity; 17 Christmases by Dandi Daley Mackall, illus. by Michele Noiset, in which a family takes a cross-country holiday road trip; and Papa's Pastries by Charles Toscano, a picture book about family love and the strength of community.