Page Street YA
America’s Not-So-Sweetheart by Blair Hanson (June 17, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-89003-272-0). After teen reality TV star Alec wins by backstabbing his showmance, he’ll need his ex’s help IRL to convince America he’s more than a villain. Ages 14–18.
Blood Moon by Britney S. Lewis (July 22, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-89003-229-4). Eighteen-year-old Mira hopes for a normal freshman year of college, but when a Blood Moon rises, she’s caught in the middle of a long-standing battle between vampires and werewolves. Ages 14–18.
The Duke Steals Hearts and Other Body Parts by Elias Cold (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-89003-231-7). A neurodivergent trans teen who wields a unique dark magic investigates a string of missing girls—and falls for one. Ages 14–18.
Pajama
Bella and Bean by Sandra Bradley, illus. by Udayana Lugo (Apr. 8, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-77278-337-7). Young hippo Bella shares her dreams of opening a spa with her best pal Bean. Ages 4–7.
Sea in My Cells by Laura Alary, illus. by Andrea Blinick (May 6, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-77278-342-1), explores the journey of water from the sea, to your glass, to your cells. Ages 4–7.
Wait Like a Seed by Erin Alladin, illus. by Tara Anderson (Mar. 18, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-77278-338-4). Two children watch a milkweed grow in their backyard, and with it, monarch butterflies. Ages 4–8.
Chidori: A Story of One Thousand Birds by Jennifer Maruno, illus. by Miki Sato (Mar. 11, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-77278-316-2). Hana is at school when her Japanese village is devastated by a powerful tsunami, and she uses art to help her cope with the grief of the aftermath. Ages 5–8.
Lucky Dog Comes Home by John Spray, illus. by Scot Ritchie (May 13, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-77278-341-4). Upon his return from WWII, George becomes a mailman, and the dogs that follow him on his daily route bring joy back to his grieving town. Ages 5–8.
Series
Big, Little Concepts adds Red Canoe Shows Up at Two! by Victoria Allenby (June 3, $17.95, ISBN 978-1-77278-344-5), ages 2–5. And The Classified Catnapping by Colleen Nelson, illus. by Peggy Collins (Apr. 29, $17.95, ISBN 978-1-77278-336-0), is another Mystery at the Biltmore, ages 7–10.
Paw Prints
Off They Run! by Katie Cotton, illus. by Rob Hodgson (Mar. 25, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-223-18879-9). Readers can turn this board book upside down to continue the story of a tiger, a monkey, and a lizard. Ages 2–4.
Art’s Art by Alliah L. Agostini, illus. by Paige Mason (May 6, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18892-8). Young Cam, who loves making art, names his new rambunctious puppy Art. Ages 4–7.
Mama Wears a Hijab by Fifi Abu (Mar. 19, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18662-7) is a loving ode to mothers far and wide who wear a hijab. Ages 4–7.
Remember by Dac Trung Tran (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18868-3). A boy in Vietnam wakes to find his mother has left for work early but has also left him a note of encouragement (with the refrain “Remember”) to guide him through his daily chores. Ages 4–7.
Fara, the Soccer Fairy by Elli Woollard, illus. by Irina Avgustinovich (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18899-7). A soccer-loving fairy finds confidence in what brings her joy. Ages 6–9.
When a Book Begins by Alegra Dashielle, illus. by Daniela Alarcón (Mar. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18788-4). A series of quirky poems all beginning with the refrain “When a... begins...” encourages kids to dream big. Ages 7–9.
Series
Be Bold! by Jill Esbaum sounds off with Lion Roars! (Mar. 11, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-223-18870-6), ages 2–4. Teamwork Makes the Dream Work by Jennifer Eckford, illus. by Kay Hunt, welcomes Try Again, Tractor! (Mar. 4, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-223-18878-2) and You Can Do It, Digger! (Mar. 4, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-223-18880-5). ages 2–4. Joining Forever Friends Farm by Tish Rabe, illus. by Jim Valeri, is A Perfect Place to Play (May 6, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18886-7), ages 4–6. I Can Do It, a leveled reader series combining ELA and social studies-connected topics, begins with I Can ACT Now! by Alexa Patrick (Mar. 4, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18873-7), and I Can Make a Friend! by Melissa H. Mwai (Apr. 8, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18876-8), ages 6–8. Mighty Mara stars in Dancing with Dante by Carino Ho and Jesse Byrd, illus. by Monica Paola Rodriguez (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18902-4), ages 6–9. And The Wonder Lens Friends, following pals on STEM adventures spurred by a magical magnifying glass, launches with Lissa Loves Bugs by Tracy Blom, illus. by Cathy Morrison (June 4, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-223-18889-8), ages 7–9.
Peachtree
Go, Baby, Go! by Tara Dairman, illus. by Olivia Amoah (July 22, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-193-5), features a mother and baby out for a jog, as they try to outrun an approaching rainstorm. Ages 3–7.
Behold the Chameleon by Suzanne Slade, illus. by Thomas Gonzalez (Apr. 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-734-0), introduces readers to the chameleon and its astonishing abilities. Ages 4–8.
Don’t Eat the Cleaners! Tiny Fish with a Big Job by Susan Stockdale (Feb. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-729-6) examines the remarkable teamwork among coral reef residents. Ages 4–8.
Mighty: The Story of an Oak Tree Ecosystem by Henry Cole (Feb. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-733-3) presents the life cycle of a tree as well as the plants and animals that depend on it. Ages 4–8.
This Book Bubbles Over: From the Ocean to Mars and Everywhere in Between by Nora Nickum, illus. by Robert Meganck (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-731-9), features unusual examples of bubbles and their functions in various STEM fields and in everyday life. Ages 6–9.
Making Light Bloom: Clara Driscoll and the Tiffany Lamps by Sandra Nickel, illus. by Julie Paschkis (June 24, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-609-1), introduces unsung genius Driscoll, who designed and engineered the iconic Tiffany lamp, drawing inspiration from her childhood gardens. Ages 7–10.
Geo’s Fortune by Amy B. Mucha (May 27, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-671-8). Thirteen-year old Geo’s fake fortune-telling scheme exposes some very real manifesting abilities. Ages 8–12.
The Griffin’s Boy by Sarah L. Thomson, illus. by Anna Català (Mar. 11, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-766-1). Princess Lyss and young griffin trainer Devin try to find out who is stealing magical creatures from the king’s menagerie. Ages 8–12.
This Cookie Will Change Your Life by Ann Dee Ellis (May 13, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-689-3). A group of kids bond over a cookie baking business. Ages 10–18.
Series
King & Kayla feature in King & Kayla and the Case of the Escape Artist by Dori Hillestad Butler, illus. by Nancy Meyers (June 3, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-700-5), ages 7–9.
Peachtree Teen
Climate of Chaos by Cassandra Newbould (July 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-757-9). In a dystopic Seattle, 17-year-old disabled protagonist Fox’s story explores the chilling effects of climate change and medical debt. Ages 14–18.
If I Could Go Back by Briana Johnson (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-775-3). This debut novel centers the intersections of race, mental health, and the meaning of family. Ages 14–18.
The Underwood Tapes by Amanda DeWitt (Feb. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-599-5). Grace spends the summer working at the historical society in her late mother’s hometown when she stumbles upon a supernatural mystery that has haunted the town for generations. Ages 14–18.
Vesuvius by Cass Biehn (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-732-6). Clever thief Felix and ambitious temple attendant Loren have a meet cute in the days before Mount Vesuvius destroys Pompeii. Ages 14–18.
Peachtree/Quinlin
The Peanut Man by Carmen Agra Deedy, illus. by Raúl Colón (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-568-1), tells the story of a Cuban refugee and her joy in an unexpected encounter that connects her beloved home in Havana with her new home in Atlanta. Ages 4–8.
Series
Community Science Counts! grows with The Great Pollinator Count by Susan Edwards Richmond, illus. by Stephanie Fizer Coleman (Apr. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-68263-608-4), ages 4–8.
Penguin
Series
Penguin Young Readers, Level 2 expands with Harry Gets Ready for School by Harriet Ziefert, illus. by Mavis Smith (May 6, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89129-2), ages 6–7. Joining Penguin Young Readers, Level 3 is Sharks! by Ginjer L. Clarke, illus. by Steven James Petruccio (May 6, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89119-3), ages 6–8. And Time for Kids gains Insects by Jevon Bolden (Apr. 15, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-88805-6) and Weather by Sarah Jospitre (Apr. 15, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-88803-2), ages 6–8.
Penguin Workshop
My Brother’s Butt Is Haunted by Dan Poblocki, illus. by James Rey Sanchez (July 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75106-0). During a sleepover at Gramma and Grampa’s creepy new house, two brothers face a frightening and smelly question: can butts be haunted? Ages 3–7.
Arco’s Little House by Jess Fogel (June 10, $9.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52372-8). Acro the fox loves his little house but worries it can’t compare to his neighbors’ huge new homes. Ages 4–8.
Diego Fuego the Firefighting Dragon by Allison Rozo and Rafael Rozo, illus. by Vanessa Morales (July 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75032-2). A young dragon learns to celebrate the icy powers that set him apart from his fire-breathing family. Ages 4–8.
A Little Slugger’s Guide to the Unwritten Rules of Baseball and Life by Patrick Renna, illus. by Tommy Parker (Feb. 25, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75487-0). Actor and baseball fan Renna offers practical and humorous advice about baseball and life. Ages 4–8.
Soft and Sticky by Jeanne Willis, illus. by Claire Powell (July 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75459-7). The friendship between two unlikely pals gets put to the test. Ages 4–8.
Tío and Tío: The Ring Bearers by Ross Mathews and Wellinthon García-Mathews, illus. by Tommy Doyle (Apr. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75258-6). Two boys travel to Mexico to be ring bearers in their uncles’ wedding. Ages 4–8.
Tori and the Muses by Tori Amos, illus. by Demelsa Haughton (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75034-6) is the tale of young Tori navigating the magical world of inspiration in all its forms. Ages 4–8.
Are There Rainbows in Space? A Colorful Compendium of Seriously Cool Science by Sheila Kanani, illus. by Liz Kay (June 10, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-88963-3), takes a closer look at the science of colors. Ages 8–12.
Tales from Beyond the Rainbow: Ten LGBTQ+ Fairy Tales Proudly Reclaimed by Pete Jordi Wood (Apr. 22, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-88972-5). Ten tales featuring LGBTQ+ narratives and heroes are published as a collection of queer classics. Ages 8–12.
Tyger by S.F. Said, illus. by Dave McKean (June 10, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-88724-0), is an alternate history novel about a world on the brink of destruction and the magical animal that just might be able to save it. Ages 9–12.
Whale Eyes: A Memoir About Seeing and Being Seen by James Robinson, illus. by Brian Rea (Mar. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52395-7), immerses readers in Robinson’s point of view, allowing them to see the world through his disabling eye conditions. Ages 10–18.
All for the Game by Heather Buchta (July 1, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-38499-2). This twisty thriller set in Texas centers high school football, romance, and the cost of playing the game. Ages 12–18.
Dan in Green Gables by Rey Terciero, illus. by Claudia Aguirre (June 3, $17.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-38558-6). In this reimagining of Anne of Green Gables, Dan Alvarez finds home and community in contemporary rural Tennessee. Ages 12–18.
The Uncertainty Principle by Joshua Davis and Kal Kini-Davis (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-66030-0). After a mortifying incident at school, 17-year-old Mia now lives with her parents on a sailboat in the Caribbean where she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and sails into romance. Ages 12–18.
Night Swimming by Aaron Starmer (Apr. 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-525-55564-3). Two teens challenge each other to swim in all their town’s pools one summer, but when they find a natural pool hidden in the woods, they discover supernatural forces at play. Ages 14–18.
Series
Bubblecat reappears in Bubblecat Goes Big (June 10, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-22383-3) and Bubblecat Just Won’t Say It (Feb. 4, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-22382-6) by Sean Charmatz, ages 4–8. Miles Lewis takes center stage in Pet Sitter by Kelly Starling Lyons, illus. by Wayne Spencer
(Feb. 18, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75273-9), ages 6–8. Superpower Puppies by Corey Powell, illus. by Kristen Humphrey, following a pack of pups who each have a special power that helps them keep humans safe, debuts with Moose and Violet Knock Things Down (Apr. 8, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75038-4) and Sparkle and Iggy Take Flight (Apr. 8, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75040-7), ages 6–8. Muk ‘n’ Honey by Brett Bean, following inventor duo Honey Bunny and Muk Muk Moose who make creations to help the forest, kicks off with Treehouse Trouble (Feb. 25, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-65897-0), ages 6–9. Who HQ Now gains Who Is Shohei Ohtani? by James Buckley (Apr. 1, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-88828-5) and Who Is Caitlin Clark? by Meri-Jo Borzilleri, illus. by Gregory Copeland (Apr. 1, $5.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-217-04917-2), ages 8–12. Joining Who Is? are Who Is Carol Burnett? by David Stabler, illus. by Robert Squier (Mar. 18, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-88656-4), and Who Is Willie Nelson? by Stabler, illus. by Tim Foley (May 27, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-88653-3), ages 8–12.
The Horrible Bag series by Rob Renzetti comes to a close with The Cursed Cloak of the Wretched Wraith (July 22, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-51958-5), ages 8–12. Horse Girl by Carrie Seim is back in the saddle for Horse Camp (May 13, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75400-9), ages 8–12. Maxwell Dark by Brady Smith, in which 12-year-old Maxwell helps kids hunt down and defeat the nightmares haunting them, debuts with Nightmare Hunter (Apr. 1, $23.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75118-3), ages 8–12. Treasure Chest by Ann Hood reopens with Pearl Buck: Jewel of the East (Feb. 4, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-88976-3), ages 8–12. New to What Is the Story Of? is What Is the Story of Cinderella? by Dana Meachen Rau, illus. by David Malan (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75428-3), ages 8–12. What Was? expands with What Was the Renaissance? by Roberta Edwards, illus. by Gregory Copeland (Mar. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75183-1), ages 8–12. Where Is? greets Where Are the Everglades? by Nico Medina, illus. by Copeland (June 3, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75496-2), ages 8–12. Who HQ issues What Do We Know About the Curse of King Tut’s Tomb? by Ben Hubbard, illus. by Manuel Gutierrez (July 8, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-88857-5), ages 8–12. The latest Who HQ Graphic Novels include What Was Built to Be a Ship of Dreams? The Titanic by Emmett Nahil, illus. by Shazleen Khan (July 15, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-66109-3) and Who Smashed Hollywood Barriers with Gung Fu? Bruce Lee by Teresa Robeson, illus. by Ryan Inzana, (Mar. 18, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-38462-6), ages 8–12. What Do We Know About? offers What Do We Know about the Lost Colony of Roanoke? by Emma Carlson Berne, illus. by Stephen Marchesi (Apr. 1, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75208-1), ages 9–12. And The 66th Rebirth of Frankie Caridi by Johnny Marciano, illus. by Ashley MacKenzie, continues with Into the Oblivion (June 10, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-66097-3), ages 10–18.
Penguin/Dial
My Mama Bear and Me by Sophie Beer (Mar. 25, $12.99 board book, ISBN 979-8-217-00195-8) presents a day in the life of a child and their loving mama bear. Ages up to 3.
Binna’s Dalgona by Sojung Kim-McCarthy (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85655-0). Binna introduces her friends to Korean treats using her second language, English. Ages 3–7.
Don’t Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson, illus. by Dan Santat (Apr. 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61667-3), is an off-the-rails exploration of the villainy of fish. Ages 3–7.
Joan in the Cone by Billy Sharff, illus. by Hala Tahboub (July 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53314-7), centers one dog’s journey to cope with the regret that comes with being stuck in a protective cone. Ages 3–7.
Narwhal vs. Kindergarten by Vanessa Roeder (July 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85850-9). Hugo the narwhal’s horn keeps getting in the way during his first week of school, until his new friends help him find just the right accommodations. Ages 3–7.
Nellie’s Big Splash by Cori Doerrfeld (Mar. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85629-1) tells Nellie the sea turtle’s story about being brave and jumping into new experiences. Ages 3–7.
This Is How We Talk: A Celebration of Disability and Connection by Caroline Cupp and Jessica Slice, illus. by Kayla Harren (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52993-5), celebrates all the ways we communicate with each other. Ages 3–7.
Echo by Adam Rex (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69932-4). When being around someone who agrees with him all the time is less fun than he imagines, Junior must decide if making a new friend is worth admitting he was wrong. Ages 4–8.
Jim! Six True Stories About One Great Artist: James Marshall by Jerrold Connors (May 20, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85934-6) spotlights the life of the illustrator of Miss Nelson Is Missing and the George and Martha series. Ages 5–8.
Little Bird Laila by Kelly Yang, illus. by Xindi Yan (Apr. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40711-0). A Chinese American girl translates for her immigrant parents and they embrace the joy and struggles of learning a new language. Ages 5–9.
The Midwatch Institute for Wayward Girls by Judith Rossell (May 27, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-217-00240-5). Maggie discovers that her new school is an institute full of curious girls training to solve mysteries, fight bad guys, and keep the city safe. Ages 8–12.
So Over Sharing by Elissa Brent Weissman (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85741-0) follows two girls who find their private lives going very public because of their influencer mothers. Ages 10–14.
A World Worth Saving by Kyle Lukoff (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61898-1) offers an adventure tale that intertwines elements of Jewish mythology with an examination of the impacts of transphobia. Ages 10–14.
A Catalog of Burnt Objects by Shana Young-dahl (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40551-2). Seventeen-year-old Caprice is struggling to figure out her estranged brother, a new love, and her own life just as wildfires beset her small California town. Ages 12–18.
Huda F Wants to Know? by Huda Fahmy (Apr. 1, $17.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-85562-1). In the follow-up to Huda F Cares?, Huda’s life and worldview is turned upside down when her parents announce they’re divorcing. Ages 13–17.
Series
A Science Pals Book by Emily Kate Moon grows with Ray: How Light Works (June 10, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85798-4), ages 3–7. Joining A Can Do Book by Mike Boldt is Cantaloupe and Honeydo Bake a Cake Feb. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69777-1), ages 4–7. And Schoolbot 9000 by Sam Hepburn (July 22, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-69942-3) kicks off a graphic novel series of the same name, about what happens when one school’s human teachers are replaced by robots, ages 9–12.
Penguin/Dutton
Mountain Upside Down by Sara Ryan (Feb. 11, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69951-5) is an LGBTQ+ novel set against the backdrop of family drama and a library funding campaign in a small town. Ages 10–13.
Candle Island by Lauren Wolk (Apr. 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69854-9). Lucretia and her mother arrive on a mysterious island off the coast of Maine to try and escape their past. Ages 10–18.
I Am the Cage by Allison Sweet Grant (Feb. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61691-8) tells the story of a young woman’s journey to confront the medical trauma inflicted to “fix” her—and heal her heart along the way. Ages 12–18.
A Most Perilous World: The True Story of the Young Abolitionists and Their Crusade Against Slavery by Kristina R. Gaddy (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85552-2) spotlights four teenage children of prominent abolitionists before and during the Civil War. Ages 14–18.
Sky on Fire by E.K. Johnston (July 22, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-9848-1616-0). Even though neurodivergent and asexual science prodigy Morgan has no magical ability, her research at a college full of mage-scientists could potentially shake the foundation of an empire. Ages 14–18.
This Moth Saw Brightness by A.A. Vacharat (May 27, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69860-0) captures the dislocation of growing up BIPOC and neurodivergent in a country awash in both conspiracy theories and genuine conspiracies. Ages 14–18.
Series
Operation Kinderspion continues with Max in the Land of Lies: A Tale of World War II by Adam Gidwitz (Feb. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-11211-3), ages 8–12.
Penguin/Flamingo
Creepy Sheepy by Lucy Ruth Cummins, illus. by Pete Oswald (July 29, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69389-6). Sleepy Sheepy needs to find the perfect costume for trick-or-treating so he can stand out and be the creepiest sheepy of all. Ages 3–7.
Flat Cat: The Class Pet by Tara Lazar, illus. by Oswald (June 17, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40460-7). After slipping into his friend’s backpack, Flat Cat heads out on a back-to-school adventure. Ages 3–7.
Piggle the Pig: The Perfect Pigsty by Dudolf (Apr. 1, $9.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69161-8). A pig must clean his messy home before his parents stop by. Ages 3–7.
Brave Buzzy Bee by Rima Fakih Slaiby and Theresa Alhayek, illus. by Angela Li (Feb. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62446-3), follows a bee who never gives up. Ages 4–7.
Grizelda the Green Hates Halloween by A.A. Livingston, illus. by Katya Longhi (July 22, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69227-1). Grouchy old witch Grizelda the Green tries to destroy Halloween. Ages 4–8.
Iris Shines by Stacy Ebert (June 17, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69133-5). Iris was born to be a star, but it turns out her younger brother wants some time in the spotlight too. Ages 4–8.
It Started with a P by Brittany Pomales, illus. by Andrew Joyner (Apr. 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69083-3). On his birthday, a young king decides that everything that starts with the letter P must go. Ages 4–8.
Marianne the Maker by Kelly Corrigan and Claire Corrigan Lichty, illus. by George Sweetland (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-20609-6). Kid inventor Marianne sets out to prove to her parents that inventing is what she’s destined to do. Ages 4–8.
Proper Badger Would Never Trash the Classroom! by Lauren Glattly, illus. by Rob Sayegh Jr. (July 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52819-8), features a well-intentioned badger whose wild instincts just can’t be suppressed. Ages 4–8.
The Age of Enchantment by Anna James, illus. by David Wyatt (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69190-8), kicks off the Chronicles of Whetherwhy series, in which twins Juniper and Rafferty brave their new magical abilities, grown from the changing seasons. Ages 8–12.
Series
When I Talk to God by Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins, illus. by Lisa Fields, adds When I Talk to God, I Talk About Feelings (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69136-6), ages 4–8.
Penguin/Grosset & Dunlap
The ABCs of Spring by Jill Howarth (Feb. 11, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-75304-0) celebrates the season of spring. Ages up to 3.
Goodnight, Broom: A Spine-Tingling Spoof by Deb Adamson, illus. by Ma Pe (July 22, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-75364-4). At bedtime, a little witch bids good night to all the frightfully fun items around her. Ages 1–3.
Ha Ha Halloween! by Jill Howarth (July 22, $10.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-88860-5). Readers join a vampire, mummy, witch, ghost, skeleton, jack-o’-lantern, and Frankenstein’s monster in a pun-filled interactive board book. Ages 3–5.
Talking Rocks and Minerals: Fact-Packed Guide to Geology by Paige Towler, illus. by Matthew Carlson (July 1, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89095-0). This nonfiction picture book is told from the perspective of rocks. Ages 6–9.
Series
Tiny Moments by J.D. Forester, illus. by Christine Gore, welcomes Baby on the Way! (Mar. 18, $6.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-75056-8) and I Love You, Mama (Mar. 18, $6.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-75054-4), ages up to 3. Little Bible Stories adds Noah and the Flood by Pia Imperial, illus. by Carly Gledhill (July 15, $9.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75098-8), ages 1–3. I Love Kindergarten by D.J. Steinberg, illus. by Leire Martín, begins with I Love Kindergarten! Art (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75445-0) and I Love Kindergarten! Numbers (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75443-6), ages 3–5. New to Night Before by Natasha Wing, is The Night Before Earth Day, illus. by Amy Wummer (Mar. 11, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-51979-0), ages 3–5; and The Night Before the Virtual Dentist, illus. by Nathalie Beauvois (Apr. 29, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-89101-8), ages 4–6. Here I Come! by Steinberg, illus. by Laurie Stansfield, expands with Father’s Day, Here I Come! (Apr. 29, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75441-2), ages 4–6. And the latest Grossology titles by Sylvia Branzei, illus. by Jack Keely, include Homegrown Grossology: Icky Things in Your Everyday Life (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75241-8) and Nitty-Gritty Grossology: Over 101 Disgusting Facts! (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-75243-2), ages 8–11.
Penguin/Kokila
The History of We by Nikkolas Smith (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61968-1) takes what we know about modern human civilization and, through paintings, creates a tale about our shared beginnings in a way that centers Black people in humankind’s origin story. Ages 4–8.
Leila and the Voice by Shahrzad Maydani (July 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62037-3) presents a modern fable about a girl who embarks on a journey to overcome fear and meets a supernatural creature along the way. Ages 4–8.
Mistaco by Eliza Kinkz (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70023-5). After a terrible day of mistakes, a girl finds that making mistacos could be a delicious solution. Ages 4–8.
Our Lake by Angie Kang (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69823-5) follows two grieving boys as they take their first trip back to the lake without their father. Ages 4–8.
A Vaisakhi to Remember by Simran Jeet Singh, illus. by Japneet Kaur (Mar. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85908-7). A girl looks for points of connection in a new country through the joyous Sikh spring harvest holiday of Vaisakhi. Ages 4–8.
Brave by Weshoyot Alvitre (Apr. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53160-0). A Native American boy grows out his hair and basks in the knowledge that braids are beautiful. Ages 5–9.
City Summer, Country Summer by Kiese Laymon, illus. by Alexis Franklin (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40556-7). Three Black boys form a deep connection during a transformative summer trip down South to visit family. Ages 5–9.
Creaky Acres by Calista Brill and Nilah Magruder, illus. by Magruder (May 6, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-7352-3062-0), tells a story in graphic novel form about being the new kid, making new friends, and learning to trust yourself through the power of horseback riding. Ages 8–12.
A Hero’s Guide to Summer Vacation by Pablo Cartaya (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-451-47975-4). Gonzalo accompanies his estranged grandfather, reclusive author Alberto, on a cross-country tour to promote the final book in Alberto’s fantasy series for kids. Ages 8–12.
On Thin Ice by Jessica Kim (Feb. 25, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69814-3) is a dual POV sibling-rivalry story in which a brother gets cut from the hockey team and joins his sister in a figure-skating competition after her partner gets injured. Ages 9–12.
Glitch Girl! by Rainie Oet (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69651-4). This novel in verse focuses on a trans girl who uses a computer game to process an ADHD diagnosis, isolation, and her relationship to gender. Ages 10–18.
The Last Tiger by Julia Riew and Brad Riew (July 29, $21.99, ISBN 979-8-217-00204-7). On the night of a rare tiger–slaying ceremony, the lives of 16-year-olds Seung and Eunji become irrevocably linked in this romantic fantasy inspired by Korean history and mythology. Ages 12–18.
Solo Stan by Talia Tucker (June 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62478-4). Two solo concertgoers and unwitting seatmates embark on an unforgettable North Carolina summer night together, discovering how opposites can attract under the right circumstances. Ages 12–18.
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Ruby René returns in Ruby René Always Gets Her Way by Ashley Iman, illus. by Gladys Jose (June 24, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85888-2), ages 4–8. And Class Pet Ghost Detective by Akeem S. Roberts, in which an eight-year-old boy solves mysteries with the ghost of his former class pet, launches with What Happened to the Naked Mole Rat? (July 15, $9.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85667-3), ages 6–8.
Penguin/Paulsen
Beatrice Looks for Home by Ron Grady (July 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69635-4). Beatrice settles into a new home with help from a camera and scrapbook. Ages 3–7.
Goat Is the G.O.A.T. by Bea Birdsong, illus. by Kelly Murphy (Feb. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40542-0). A misunderstanding sparks a goat’s journey to self-discovery. Ages 3–7.
I Got You by Derrick Barnes, illus. by Shamar Knight-Justice (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-11145-1), celebrates siblinghood through the eyes of Rasheed and his “best big brother in the world.” Ages 3–7.
Precious by Carlos Aponte (May 27, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85680-2). Young Pedrito must give up his rescue dog after a hurricane barrels through his neighborhood in Puerto Rico. Ages 3–7.
See Marcus Grow by Marcus Bridgewater, illus. by Reggie Brown (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40607-6). Social media sensation Bridgewater, aka Garden Marcus, shows kids lessons he learned in his grandmother’s garden. Ages 3–7.
Wind Watchers by Micha Archer (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61655-0). A collection of collages showcases the wind’s ever-changing nature throughout the seasons. Ages 3–7.
The Hole by Lindsay Bonilla, illus. by Brizida Magro (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52914-0). A boy grieving his little brother confronts the feelings of having a hole in his life. Ages 4–8.
The One and Only Rumi by Rabiah York, illus. by Maneli Manouchehri (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-32576-6), tells the story of Rumi’s journey from a young refugee to a poet and shows how his childhood helped shape his poetry. Ages 4–8.
Super Goat Girl by Tracey Baptiste, illus. by Dapo Adeola (July 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-525-51776-4). On her first day in superhero school, shy new kid Super Goat Girl has to figure out how not to feel so super-strange. Ages 4–8.
Tíos and Primos by Jacqueline Alcántara (Feb. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62013-7). On her first trip to her father’s homeland, a girl meets more relatives than she can count and finds a way to communicate with them when they speak different languages. Ages 4–8.
Wish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt, illus. by Nancy Carpenter (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5247-3968-3). This picture book about neurodiversity features characters from the middle grade novel Fish in a Tree. Ages 4–8.
The Burning Season by Caroline Starr Rose (May 13, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61793-9). Twelve-year-old fire lookout-in-training Opal must be brave when a wildfire breaks out during her watch. Ages 10–18.
Encounter at Owl Rock by Rucker Moses (June 3, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69638-5). Twin brothers Cypress and Oakley try to stop aliens from taking over their Atlanta suburb. Ages 10–18.
Into the Rapids by Ann Braden (May 13, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85636-9) follows Addy’s quest to get to the survival camp she’s been looking forward to attending after a storm cuts off her remote mountain town. Ages 10–18.
Octopus Moon by Bobbie Pyron (Mar. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61629-1). Pearl struggles with depression when the start of fifth grade brings a sea of changes to her life. Ages 10–18.
Lady or the Tiger by Heather M. Herrman (June 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-9848-1673-3). A teenage killer’s trial in the Wild West is upended when her first victim arrives alive, with a story to tell. Ages 12–18.
That Kind of Girl by Natalie C. Anderson (June 24, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40629-8). Two girls from opposite worlds play a dangerous game of cat and mouse when a rich classmate is murdered and they’re both prime suspects. Ages 12–18.
What Comes After by Katie Bayerl (Apr. 29, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-399-54528-3). Cynical 16-year-old Mari has only 90 days to remember how she died and make peace with her mother to avoid spending eternity in nothingness. Ages 12–18.
Penguin/Philomel
Little Freddie Two Pants: (The Dog with Too Many Pants) by Drew Daywalt, illus. by Lucy Ruth Cummins (Feb. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69142-7), features a dog who doesn’t know how many pairs of pants to wear or where to wear them. Ages 3–7.
Papa’s Coming Home by Chasten Buttigieg, illus. by Dan Taylor (May 13, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69398-8). With Daddy’s help, young Jojo and Rosie excitedly prepare to welcome Papa home from a trip. Ages 3–7.
Ai & Aiko and the Little Curve by Peter Draw (July 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69449-7). Based on the viral Giphy sensation, this magical adventure stars a boy and his dog who learn that happiness is the most beautiful thing of all. Ages 4–8.
The Day the Crayons Made Friends by Drew Daywalt, illus. by Oliver Jeffers (June 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62236-0). Duncan’s crayons explore a playroom and make new friends outside the crayon box in this addition to the series. Ages 4–8.
The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page by Geena Davis (Apr. 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-46396-3). Tall girl Sheila finds her confidence in this picture book debut by the Oscar-winning actor. Ages 4–8.
Happy Father’s Day from the Crayons (Feb. 4, $9.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62461-6) and Happy Mother’s Day from the Crayons (Feb. 4, $9.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62458-6) by Daywalt and Jeffers. The crayons from The Day the Crayons Quit write about how much they love their mothers and fathers—and parental figures in their lives. Ages 4–8.
Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name by Luvvie Ajayi Jones, illus. by Joey Spiotto (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69425-1). Little Luvvie discovers that she can be kind while standing up for herself against the class bully. Ages 4–8.
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We’re in This Together by Raphael G. Warnock, illus. by Temika Grooms, debuts with Leo’s Lunch Box (Apr. 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69152-6), ages 4–8. And Rosie Frost is back in action in Ice on Fire by Geri Halliwell-Horner (Apr. 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62400-5), ages 10–18.
Penguin/Putnam
What’s Scarier Than Thunder? by Ben Falcone, illus. by Kevin Cornell (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69700-9). Claire’s parents use humor to help calm her at bedtime during a scary thunderstorm. Ages 3–6.
Hope in a Jar by Deborah Marcero (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69669-9). A bunny and his friends collect their hopes and dreams for the future in jars. Ages 3–7.
Worm Makes a Sandwich by Brianne Farley (Feb. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69780-1) introduces the process of composting from start to finish, told from the perspective of one little worm who is eager to help. Ages 4–7.
The Crayon Stub by Marcus Cutler (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-217-00333-4). A cat searches for inspiration while their michievous younger sibling tries to interfere. Ages 4–8.
Home by Matt de la Peña, illus. by Loren Long (Mar. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-11089-8), is an ode to the place we feel most comfortable, loved, and protected, wherever that might be. Ages 4–8.
It Simply Can’t Be Bedtime by Pamela Paul, illus. by Steven Salerno (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53216-4). When Dad says it’s bedtime, a girl disagrees, and her stuffy, Lady Pigsworth, comes to her defense. Ages 4–8.
One Day in June: A Story Inspired by the Life and Activism of Marsha P. Johnson by Tourmaline, illus. by Charlot Kristensen (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52537-1), showcases the legacy of Marsha P. Johnson, a Black trans woman and activist who played an instrumental role during the Stonewall Riots that lead to Pride month. Ages 4–8.
Polecat Has a Superpower by Jill Esbaum, illus. by Bob Shea (July 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69999-7), humorously presents facts about the nocturnal polecat and its action-packed superpower. Ages 5–8.
The Ghosts of Bitterfly Bay by Mary Averling (Feb. 4, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62493-7). A ghost teams up with the living girl she’s been haunting in order to defeat a monster out of her own nightmares and save her ghost friends who have gone missing. Ages 8–12.
The Labyrinth of Souls by Leslie Vedder (Feb. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69911-9). Outcast Ix Tatterfall can cross into the Labyrinth, home to the powerful Sorrows, and she can see strange Nightmare beasts when no one else can. Ages 8–12.
The Extraordinary Orbit of Alex Ramirez by Jasminne Paulino (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85931-5) is a novel in verse about a neurodivergent seventh grader who wants to become an astronaut. Ages 10–14.
Oppenheimer and the Atomic Bomb: Young Readers Edition of American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer by Martin J. Sherwin and Kai Bird, adapted by Eric Singer (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85645-1), follows the rise and fall of the brilliant physicist who led the American effort to build the atomic bomb during World War II. Ages 10–18.
The Otherwhere Post by Emily J. Taylor (Feb. 25, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40454-6). In this deadly mystery that spans worlds, a teenage girl risks everything to uncover the truth about her family’s past. Ages 12–18.
Summer Girls by Jennifer Dugan (May 27, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69689-7) follows a sapphic summer romance about two girls from different sides of the tracks in an idyllic beach town. Ages 12–18.
Time After Time by Mikki Daughtry (May 20, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53382-6). Libby and Tish become roommates and fall in love while restoring a Victorian home where they find a century-old journal about a forbidden love between two women who used to live there. Ages 12–18.
Under the Neon Lights by Arriel Vinson (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85859-2) tells a story of Black teens discovering love while fighting to save the skating rink in their Indianapolis neighborhood from gentrification. Ages 12–18.
Very Dangerous Things by Lauren Muñoz (July 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85789-2). An annual murder mystery game staged to test local high school criminology students turns deadly. Ages 12–18.
The Lost Queen by Aimee Phan (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69733-7). An outcast and an it-girl who share telepathic abilities discover that they’re related to ancient Vietnamese queens and goddesses. Ages 13–18.
All We Lost Was Everything by Sloan Harlow (May 6, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-85594-2). After losing her home and her father in a fire, 18-year-old River discovers secrets about her family, her coworker, and an anonymous donor. Ages 14–18.
The Meadowbrook Murders by Jessica Goodman (Feb. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69871-6) is a murder mystery set at a prestigious New England boarding school where seniors will learn about the importance—and price—of telling the truth. Ages 14–18.
When the Bones Sing by Ginny Myers Sain (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62548-4). A teen girl in a small Ozark town can hear the bones of the dead sing, calling her to dig them up. Ages 14–18.
You Belong to Me by Hayley Krischer (Apr. 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69838-9). A class project brings romance, class exploration, and friendship clashes in this psychological thriller exploring the dark secrets of the beauty and wellness world. Ages 14–18.
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Little Bunny by Deborah Marcero hops along with Little Bunny, Fall Is Here! (July 8, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-69899-0), ages up to 3. Pals Zebra and Yak make their debut in The Backwards Alphabet Book by Paul Friedrich (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 979-8-217-00210-8), ages 3–7. Meet the Wild Things by Hayley Rocco, illus. by John Rocco, greets Hello, I’m an Axolotl (Mar. 11, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61821-9) and Hello, I’m a Toucan (June 24, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85875-2), ages 3–7. The Gingerbread Man Is Loose Graphic Novel gains The Gingerbread Man: New Friend on the Loose by Laura Murray, illus. by Mike Lowery (June 24, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-53255-3), ages 5–7. Pencil & Eraser get to the point in Lost and Frown! by Jenny Alvarado (May 6, $12.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69981-2), ages 5–8.
Amina Banana by Shifa Saltagi Safadi, illus. by Aaliya Jaleel, a STEM-centric chapter book series starring a third grader who has just moved from Syria to Indiana, begins with Amina Banana and the Formula for Friendship (May 20, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69922-5) and Amina Banana and the Formula for Winning (May 20, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69923-2), ages 6–9. New to Oona Bramblegoop’s Sideways Magic by Kate Korsh, illus. by Marta Altés, is When Fairies Go Too Far (June 3, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53372-7), ages 7–10. Penny Draws by Sara Shepard issues Penny Draws a First Crush (July 15, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70034-1) and Penny Draws a Team Sport (Mar. 4, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70031-0), ages 8–12. The Forgotten Five by Lisa McMann picks up Masters of Disguise (June 10, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69877-8), ages 9–12. And The Encanto’s Daughter by Melissa de la Cruz gains The Encanto’s Curse (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53311-6), ages 12–18.
Penguin/Rise x Penguin Workshop
First Joys by Véronique Joffre (Apr. 8, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-88935-0) showcases simple joys like taking a bath and how they may be paralleled by animals and humans. Ages up to 2.
Shabbat Shalom: Let’s Rest and Reset by Suzy Ultman (Feb. 11, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-75193-0) introduces the Jewish day of rest, validating the varied experiences of Jewish readers, and informing Jews and non-Jews alike. Ages 1–3.
Let’s Rumble! by Rachel G. Payne, illus. by Jose Pimienta (July 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-75069-8), provides a humorous depiction of healthy rough-and-tumble play between siblings. Ages 2–5.
When Tree Became a Tree by Rob Hodgson (Mar. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-88669-4). A tree guides readers through her life cycle. Ages 3–5.
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Body Power by Ammi-Joan Paquette, illus. by Sabrena Khadija, adds My Mouth Says (July 15, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-66048-5), ages 1–3. Joining My Living World by Aida Salazar, illus. by Caribay M. Benavides, is When Sun Rises (June 24, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-65922-9), ages 1–3. This Is Dance, which introduces three major dance families, kicks off with This Is Ballet: And Other Classical Dances by Rekha S Rajan, illus. by Chris Park (Mar. 4, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-75416-0), ages 1–3. And First Conversations rolls on with All of Us: A First Conversation About Disability by Megan Madison and Jessica Ralli, illus. by Jonathan Eden (July 1, $15.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89148-3), ages 2–4.
Penguin/Rocky Pond
Next to Me by Daniel Salmieri and Sophia Haas (May 13, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-46200-3) invites children to look closely and with delight at the objects all around them. Ages 3–5.
Sammy and Sunny’s First Day of School by Nina LaCour, illus. by Elizabeth Lilly (July 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69575-3), offers a reassuring and humorous look at the similarities and differences between kindergarten and doggie daycare. Ages 3–6.
The Arguers by Corinna Luyken (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-9848-1442-5). This original fairy tale focuses on a community that forgets how to get along with each other. Ages 4–8.
George & Lenny Are Always Together by Jon Agee May 27, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85773-1). Best friends George and Lenny are inseparable, but must learn to be alone together. Ages 4–8.
Icy Fruit: How My Grandfather Spread the Joy of Ice Pops Across Taiwan by Charlotte Cheng, illus. by Vivian Mineker (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61775-5), spotlights a Taiwanese ice pop entrepreneur. Ages 4–8.
Quiet Is Strength by Mary Rand Hess, illus. by Dow Phumiruk (Feb. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61910-0), is an ode to the gentle potency of quiet. Ages 5–8.
This Is a Moment by Micah Player (Mar. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69593-7) is a celebration of the big and little moments that make up a life. Ages 5–9.
Under Anna’s Umbrella by Amanda Driscoll, illus. by Luisa Uribe (Apr. 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61856-1). Ever since the stormy day of her father’s funeral, Anna refuses to put away her umbrella. Ages 6–8.
Magic in a Drop of Water: How Ruth Patrick Taught the World About Water Pollution by Julie Winterbottom, illus. by Susan Reagan (Mar. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62022-9), profiles scientist and environmental hero Patrick, one of the first to warn about the dangers of pollution. Ages 6–9.
Weird Sad and Silent by Alison McGhee (May 6, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-85967-4). A new boy at school helps Daisy cope with bullying and trauma. Ages 9–12.
The Flip Side: A Graphic Novel by Jason Walz (Apr. 22, $17.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-61801-1). A grieving teen finds himself in an alternate reality—the embodiment of his depression. Ages 12–18.
Series
Lawrence & Sophia take center stage in Big & Bold by Doreen Cronin, illus. by Brian Cronin (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-61833-2), ages 4–8. And the latest Ordinary People Change the World installments by Brad Meltzer, illus. by Christopher Eliopoulos, include I Am Sally Ride (Feb. 18, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53342-0) and We Are the Beatles (May 6, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-53345-1), ages 5–9.
Penguin/Viking
Blake the Snake Bakes a Cake by Amy Young, illus. by Alison Young (Mar. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62174-5), follows one snake’s quest to bake the perfect cake. Ages 3–5.
Thunderland by Maggie Edkins Willis (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69329-2). During a thunderstorm, a nervous girl learns how to take something scary and make it fun. Ages 3–5.
The Bagel Who Wanted Everything by Alan Silberberg (July 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69313-1). A plain bagel dreams of being everything in this bagel origin story. Ages 3–7.
Batter Up for the First Day of School! by Bethany Hegedus, illus. by Nomar Perez (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52663-7), is a baseball-themed first-day-of-school adventure. Ages 3–7.
Forts by Katie Venit, illus. by Kenard Pak (July 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-46615-5), encourages readers to explore the world around them to find the perfect place where they belong. Ages 3–7.
Gymnastica Fantastica! by Briony Stewart (May 27, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-217-03961-6). Gymnastica, a small person with big energy, bends and balances, bounces and rolls, and attempts a cartwheel and a spectacular trapeze flip-out finale. Ages 3–7.
In the Wild by Zadie Smith and Nick Laird, illus. by Magenta Fox (June 10, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-217-03872-5). Kit and her beloved guinea pig Maud step outside their comfort zones when Maud accompanies Kit on a camping trip. Ages 3–7.
Kittybunkport by Scott Rothman, illus. by Zachariah Ohora (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62206-3). Scaredy cats Chowder and Crackers must fix the lighthouse that’s gone dark and save their coastal town. Ages 3–7.
Papilio by Ben Clanton, Andy Chou Musser, and Corey R. Tabor (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69325-4). In this metamorphosis tale told in three parts, Papilio the black swallowtail butterfly encounters some hiccups as she learns to fly, fall, and feed. Ages 3–7.
Riding Through Rice Fields: A Trip to the Philippines by Michelle Sterling, illus. by Bianca Austria (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62307-7), focuses on how healing it can be to return home, the natural beauty of the Philippines, and the concept of bayanihan (a spirit of community and cooperation). Ages 3–7.
Sleep Tight, Disgusting Blob by Huw Aaron (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69539-5). All manner of creatures end their night with a hug and a kiss, no matter how creepy and crawly, or ooey and gooey they might be. Ages 3–7.
A Thousand Years by Christina Perri, illus. by Joy Hwang Ruiz (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62259-9). In this adaptation of Perri’s hit song, a child ventures out into the world, one bold step at a time, as her mother looks on. Ages 3–7.
Ablaze: The Story of America’s First Female Smokejumper by Jessica Lawson, illus. by Sarah Gonzales (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-46365-9), tells the life story of Deanne Shulman, America’s first female smokejumper. Ages 4–7.
Eden’s Light by Jessica McKay, illus. by Jestenia Southerland (Apr. 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62325-1), is a story designed to help parents and children discuss racial injustice. Ages 4–8.
Mustafa’s Mithai by Sana Rafi, illus. by Nabi H. Ali (June 17, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52612-5). Mustafa invites all of his friends over for a playdate and introduces them to mithai by finding the perfect sweet for each person. Ages 4–8.
The Poet and the Bees: A Story of the Seasons Sylvia Plath Kept Bees by Amy Novesky, illus. by Jessica Love (Feb. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52639-2), focuses on the lesser known story that iconic poet Plath was a beekeeper and completed her last book of poems while tending to her bees and harvesting honey. Ages 4–8.
Rocket Beams, Lunar Dreams by Chiara Colombi, illus. by Scott Magoon (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52606-4), explores the complicated emotions around building friendships and overcoming disappointment. Ages 4–8.
There: We Can Find Our Way by Ally Condie, illus. by Jaime Kim (June 10, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62189-9), introduces readers to the power of being in the present moment and taking their time, and the importance of honoring all of their emotions. Ages 4–8.
A Universe Big & Small: A Story About Carl Sagan by James Yang (July 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-69307-0) invites readers on a fantastic journey through the cosmos, inspired by the life and work of this astronomer. Ages 4–8.
Incredible: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Changed the World by Maia and Alex Shibutani, illus. by Dion MBD (Apr. 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52546-3), presents short biographies of more than 30 Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders who have made significant and lasting change in the world. Ages 5–8.
Cassi and the House of Memories by Dean Stuart (Feb. 18, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-35113-0). A journey through memories past gives a girl the chance to save her grandfather, as long as she can find him in time. Ages 8–12.
The Enemy’s Daughter by Anne Blankman (Feb. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62304-6) features a girl fighting her way back home to Germany after surviving the sinking of the Lusitania in 1915—and learning to think for herself rather than accept the prejudice of wartime. Ages 8–12.
Bad Influence by Claire Ahn (Apr. 29, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-40316-7). A high school student and aspiring Asian American fashion influencer tries to lift her family out of hardship, only to find it comes at a price. Ages 12–18.
The Notorious Virtues by Alwyn Hamilton (Apr. 1, $21.99, ISBN 978-0-451-47966-2). After the death of her mother, 16-year-old Nora will be pitted against her cousins—including a surprise new one—in the Veritaz, the ultimate magical competition for power that determines the one family heir. Ages 12–18.
Pretty Girl County by Lakita Wilson (July 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52564-7). Ex-BFFs who are now from different stratospheres try to work together on one girl’s fashion school admission and rebuild the trust they once had. Ages 12–18.
Say a Little Prayer by Jenna Voris (Mar. 4, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-69274-5). Casey secretly left the church a while ago, but is sent to church camp over spring break and decides to break all seven deadly sins while she’s there. Ages 12–18.
Deadstream by Mar Romasco-Moore (Apr. 1, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-69188-5). A teen girl witnesses the livestreamed murder of a popular online streamer by a paranormal entity. Ages 14–18.
The Grove by Brooks Whitney Phillips (June 17, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-20212-8). In a story set in the socioeconomic tinderbox of the 1960s, two sisters in a struggling and damaged family only have each other to rely on... until an ugly secret tears them apart. Ages 14–18.
I Am the Swarm by Hayley Chewins (Mar. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62386-2). This YA novel in verse centers a family of magical women whose gifts often feel more like a curse. Ages 14–18.
We Won’t All Survive by Kate Alice Marshall (July 29, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-69183-0) is part survival story, part murder mystery, and all thriller, with a deadly reality show competition as a backdrop. Ages 14–18.
Series
Corduroy by Don Freeman, illus. by Jody Wheeler, presents Happy Graduation, Corduroy! (Mar. 11, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-46624-7), ages up to 3. A Sports Baby Book swings along with Golf Baby by Diane Adams, illus. by Christine Almeda (May 27, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-69395-7), ages up to 3. New to Llama Llama by Anna Dewdney, illus. by JT Morrow, is Llama Llama Loves His Teacher (Mar. 25, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-101-99719-2), ages 3–6. Beyond the Game: Athletes Change the World expands with Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Whetstone by Andrew Maraniss, illus. by Deandra Hodge (June 3, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52624-8), ages 6–9. Your Pal Fred by Michael Rex, a graphic novel series starring a peacemaking robot, blasts off with The Glitch (July 22, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-20643-0), ages 7–10. ChupaCarter is back in ChupaCarter and the Curse of La Llorona by Ryan Calejo, illus. by Santy Gutiérrez (July 8, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-46606-3). ages 8–12. Encyclopedia Brown features in Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Marshmallow Tower (May 13, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-69077-2) by Eric Sobol, illus. by John Joseph, ages 8–12. The Last Comics on Earth by Max Brallier and Joshua Pruett, illus. by Jay Cooper and Douglas Holgate, rolls along with A Song of Swords & Stuffies (Apr. 29, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-593-52681-1), ages 8–12. And Of Jade and Dragons by Amber Chen welcomes The Blood Phoenix (June 17, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-62278-0), ages 12–18.
Penguin/Warne
Series
Spot by Eric Hill wags along with Find Spot at the Market (May 6, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-241-73435-3) and Spot’s First 100 Words (May 6, $14.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-241-72916-8), ages 1–3.
Penguin/World of Eric Carle
You’re My Busy Little Spider (Mar. 4, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-88793-6) and You’re My Quiet Little Cricket (June 3, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-89018-9) by Eric Carle focus on various busy and quiet behaviors of youngest readers. Ages up to 2.
Series
New Very Hungry Caterpillar offerings by Carle include The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Animal Colors (Apr. 15, $10.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-88909-1), The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Jungle Hide & Seek: A Finger Trail Lift-the-Flap Book (Feb. 25, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-88794-3), and Why Does the Wind Blow? Weather with the Very Hungry Caterpillar (Feb. 11, $5.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-75022-3), ages 1–3.
Peter Pauper
The Biggest, Highest Wave by Kerry McQuaide (Apr. 1, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-4413-4488-5). A young surfer takes on a huge wave as it surges toward the shore and turns her upside down, round and round, and back up again. Ages 3–8.
Phaidon
The Secret Powers of Animals by Soledad Romero Mariño, illus. by Sonia Pulido (Apr. 8, $14.95 board book, ISBN 978-1-83866-952-2). Young readers meet 10 record-breaking animals from around the world and are encouraged to guess what physical features give each animal their amazing abilities. Ages 2–5.
Get Dressed by Katy Canales, illus. by Erin Vanessa (May 20, $19.95, ISBN 978-1-83866-847-1), showcases the fashions worn by people in 10 eras from past to present. Ages 5–8.
Nature’s Tiny Champions by Ben Lerwill, illus. by Nic Jones (Apr. 15, $19.95, ISBN 978-1-83866-848-8), sheds light on the important contributions that small animals including Antarctic krill and honeybees make to our planet. Ages 6–9.
Superpowered Plants by Soledad Romero, illus. by Sonia Pulido (Apr. 15, $19.95, ISBN 978-1-83866-950-8), highlights the super-skills that 22 different plants use to survive and thrive. Ages 7–12.
Phoenix International/PI Kids
Series
Bluey wags its tail for Let’s Play Games! Sound Book (Mar. 4, $15.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5037-7534-3) and Wackadoo! Bluey Words and Sounds (July 1, $20.99, ISBN 979-8-3846-0039-8), ages 3–6. Disney Baby adds Dad Loves Me! Sound Book (Mar. 4, $11.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5037-7473-5) and Mom Loves Me! Sound Book (Mar. 4, $11.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5037-7472-8), ages 3–6. DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse expands with Gabby’s Groove-Along! Sound Book (June 17, $15.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5037-7468-1), ages 3–6. National Geographic Kids greets Dangerous Dinosaurs Sound Book (Apr. 8, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5037-7521-3), ages 3–6; and Sharks: I’m Ready to Read Sound Book (June 3, $12.99, ISBN 979-8-3846-0013-8), ages 4–7. Disney Pixar Cars revs up with I’m Ready to Read Sound Book (May 6, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-5037-7522-0), ages 4–7. And joining Disney Princess is Look and Find 3D (May 6, $10.99, ISBN 979-8-3846-0037-4), ages 4–8.
Phoenix International/Sequoia Children’s
I Love You by Sanja Rescek (July 8, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-64269-453-6), lets young readers know the many things that make them lovable. Ages 3–5.
A Is for Athlete! A Women in Sports Alphabet by Kathleen Hanrahan, illus. by Giovana Medeiros (July 8, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-64269-452-9), profiles women who changed the sports game and practice the qualities it takes to make a player truly great. Ages 4–8.
Phoenix International/Sunbird
Heave Ho by Sally Anne Garland (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5037-7254-0). Cub swings angrily from the branch of a tree, until he calms himself down and welcomes his friends on an imaginary journey. Ages 4–8.
It’s Boring Being a Cat by Adam Bestwick, illus. by Chris Cady (July 15, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-3846-0035-0), follows Cat as he discovers that being himself is not so boring after all. Ages 4–10.
George the Flybot stars in George the Flybot and the Missing Coins of Black Canyon by Nessa Bellido Schwarz, illus. by Jason Fruchter (July 8, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5037-7250-2), ages 6–10.
Pixel+Ink
Series
Sky & Ty gallop along in Dinomite! by Steve Breen (Apr. 8, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-64595-
217-6), ages 6–9. Barker’s Doghouse by Maria Bea Alfano, illus. by Laura Catalán, about a boy finding his way in a new town and new school with the help of talking dogs, launches with Fetch! (May 27, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-64595-271-8), ages 7–10. Gamers by E.C. Myers, set in the world of e-sports, begins with Attempting Connection (May 6, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-64595-268-8), ages 8–12. National Archive Hunters by Matthew Landis welcomes Eternal Flame (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-64595-224-4), ages 8–12. And The Extraterrestrial Zoo, focused on 13-year-old Ava, who helps run her family’s refuge for extraterrestrials, debuts with Finding the Lost One by Samantha van Leer (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-64595-293-0), ages 10–14.
PJ Library
Can You Hear Them? One, Two! by Jamie Kiffel-Alcheh, illus. by Florence Weiser (July 1, $9.99 board book, ISBN 979-8-9910412-2-5), imagines baby animals and children exploring the growing world after the biblical flood. Ages up to 5.
One, Two, Three, Passover! by Naomi Shulman, illus. by Nora Hilb (Mar. 1, $8.99 board book, ISBN 979-8-9897532-5-3), a girl and her family ready the house, welcome relatives, and sing together at a joyful seder. Ages up to 5.
Time for Hamantaschen by Madelyn Rosenberg, illus. by Raaya Karas (Feb. 1, $9.99 board book, ISBN 979-8-9897532-4-6), depicts a Purim celebration with children preparing, baking, and sharing hamantaschen. Ages up to 5.
Uno dos tres: A Sephardic Counting Book by Sarah Aroeste, illus. by Nathalie Belhassen (June 1, $9.99 board book, ISBN 979-8-9910412-0-1), features papercut art of oil candles, hand drums, biskochos, and other Sephardic symbols with simple Ladino counting. Ages up to 5.
Shabbat in a Nest by Chris Barash, illus. by Sydney Hanson (July 1, $8.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-9910412-1-8). Little owl Yanni celebrates Shabbat with his family in their warm, cozy nest. Ages 2–7.
Sam and Charlie (and Sam Too!) Shake Up Shabbat by Leslie Kimmelman, illus. by Mike Deas (May 1, $8.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-218-34212-8). Best friends Sam and Charlie and their younger siblings sing, dress up, draw, repair the world, and, of course, rest on Shabbat. Ages 5–10.
Princeton Architectural Press
A Sleuth of Bears and Other Amusing, Beguiling, and Peculiar Collective Nouns by Colter Jackson (May 6, $18.99,
ISBN 978-1-7972-3303-1). From a sleuth of bears solving a mystery to a parliament of owl judges, this book depicts collective nouns of the animal kingdom in action. Ages 4–8.
Rabbitology by Ilaria Demonti, illus. by Camilla Pintonato (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-7972-2480-0), is an illustrated guide to the world of rabbits. Ages 6–10.
Pushkin Children’s
Our Wild Garden by Daniel Seton, illus. by Pieter Fannes (Feb. 4, $19.95, ISBN 978-1-78269-450-2), introduces children to the values of wild gardening and the importance of preserving nature. Ages 2–5.
The Gnome Book by Loes Riphagen (Mar. 4, $19.95, ISBN 978-1-78269-468-7) is a search-and-find book set in the world of gnomes. Ages 3–6.
Into the Faerie Hill by H.S. Norup (June 24, $13.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-78269-386-4). A boy investigating an old family mystery discovers the fantastical creatures of Faerie Hill. Ages 8–12.
Storm Child by Ele Fountain (Feb. 11, $13.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-78269-388-8). This adventure explores themes of globalization, climate change, and finding your place in a changing world. Ages 9–12.
City of Horses by Frances Moloney (Apr. 1, $13.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-78269-396-3). Forced to grow up before her time when her father loses his job, 13-year-old Misty turns to the free-roaming horses in her new neighborhood to ease her pain. Ages 10–13.
Girls: Life Isn’t a Fairy Tale by Annet Schaap, trans. by Laura Watkinson, illus. by Schaap (Mar. 4, $12.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-78269-379-6). These retellings of seven classic fairy tales feature brave, strong heroines. Ages 14–18.
Quarto/Becker & Mayer
Ice Breakers: A Kids’ Guide to Hockey and the Greatest Players Who Changed the Game by Tom Caraccioli and Jerry Caraccioli (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-7603-9569-1) profiles more than 80 ice hockey icons and outlines the ins and outs of the game. Ages 8–12.
Series
The Totally Awesome World of... picks up four titles, among them The Totally Awesome World of Caitlin Clark: Learn All There Is to Know About Your Favorite All-Star by Sara Weiss (Apr. 22, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-7603-9683-4) and The Totally Awesome World of Steph Curry: Learn All There Is to Know About Your Favorite MVP (Apr. 22, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-7603-9541-7) by Neal E. Fischer, ages 8–12.
Quarto/Happy Yak
Hello, Potty! Turn the Wheel and Become a Potty Superstar!, illus. by Ania Simeone (Mar. 25, $10.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83600-374-8), is an interactive book for potty-training toddlers. Ages 1–3.
A Mouse Just Ate My House! by Kes Gray (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-8805-8). A hungry mouse nibbles her way through a house. Ages 2–6.
Is It a Book or Is It a Plane? by Mike Henson, illus. by Katie Vernon (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9749-4). Kids’ imaginations can turn this book with flaps and diecuts into a plane, a hat, and more. Ages 3–5.
The Laughing Book by Kael Tudor, illus. by Daniel Wiseman (June 24, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-014-3), shows how various types of laughter can bring us together and cheer us up when we’re feeling sad. Ages 3–5.
Hidden Worlds: Magic Under the Bed by Carly Madden, illus. by Darcie Olley (June 3, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9755-5). In this search-and-find book, two children discover a hidden world beneath the bed. Ages 5–8.
Series
Minitouch presets Dinosaurs: Touch-and-Feel First Opposites (June 3, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83600-291-8) and On the Go: Touch-and-Feel First Vehicles (June 3, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83600-293-2, illus. by Mini Magique Studio, ages up to 3. Puddle & Lettuce appear in The Tree House by Ilaria Ranauro (Mar. 18, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9428-8), ages 2–5. I’m Building a Nest by Saskia Gwinn, illus. by Adam Ming (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9555-1), joins How Animals Live, ages 4–6. And Stars of Nature picks up The Secret Life of Bugs, Bees, & Trees by Moira Butterfield, illus. by Vivian Mineker (Mar. 18, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-83600-370-0), ages 7–11.
Quarto/Ivy
The Best Garden in the World by Alice Courtley (Apr. 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-136-2). In this tale about friendship and gaining new perspectives, a city squirrel moves to the forest to create a great garden. Ages 3–7.
Series
Green Machines issues Wave Warrior and the Reef Rescue by James Sellick, illus. by Patrick Corrigan (Apr. 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-393-9), ages 3–6.
Quarto/Lincoln
50 States of Love by Anna Aronson (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-607-7) pays tribute to the beauty and uniqueness of each state and the love that unites them all. Ages 2–6.
These Are My Rocks by Bethan Woollvin (Apr. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-466-0). The narrator introduces readers to a collection of things both big and small while encouraging a love for collecting. Ages 2–7.
Bear by Natalia Shaloshvili (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-261-1). Bear, who shares with other animals when they keep asking him for his things, learns the importance of saying what he feels. Ages 3–5.
The Bear-Shaped Hole by John Dougherty, illus. by Thomas Docherty (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9661-9). In this tale of bear friends, when Orlo gets sick, Gerda must process that he won’t be around forever. Ages 3–5.
Nelly the Very Different Bird by Alex MacDonald (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-076-1). A bird who can’t fly learns to do things differently when the others migrate, then helps a bird who’s in the same situation. Ages 3–5.
The Only Monster by Matt Coyne (Mar. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9877-4). On photo day at monster school, as siblings line up to be photographed together, a monster realizes she’s the only one who’s an only child. Ages 3–5.
So Devin Wore a Skirt by Shireen Lalji, illus. by Lucy Fleming (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9853-8). Dressing for a family celebration, a boy who has nothing to wear opts to wear his sister’s skirt. Ages 3–5.
Oh, Carrots! by Mariajo Ilustrajo (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-500-1). Mr. Rabbit prefers to be left alone, but when a walking, talking carrot wants to be his friend, he warms up to having a pal around. Ages 3–7.
The Floofs Reach for the Stars by Penelope O’Neill (Apr. 15, $15.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-7112-9835-4). The Floofs set out on three graphic-novel adventures featuring fun, new friends, and a bit of magic. Ages 6–8.
The Lost Book of Undersea Adventure by Unknown Adventurer and Teddy Keen (May 6, $20, ISBN 978-0-7112-9677-0). The narrator of The Lost Book of Adventure washes up on a deserted island. Ages 6–8.
Series
Stitched Storytime introduces Sing with Your Baby Every Day: 30 Classic Nursery Rhymes to Sing Aloud by Claire Grace, illus. by Chloe Giordano (Mar. 18, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-355-7), ages up to 2. My First Story Orchestra presents Carnival of the Animals: Press the Buttons to Hear 6 Sounds (Mar. 4, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-7112-9244-4) and The Four Seasons in One Day: Press the Buttons to Hear 6 Sounds (Mar. 4, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-7112-9246-8), illus. by Jessica Courtney-Tickle, ages up to 4. Little People, Big Dreams has six additions by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, among them William Kamkwamba, illus. by Kirsti Beautyman (Apr. 8, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-519-3), ages 3–7; and Roald Dahl, illus. by Francis Martin (Feb. 4, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-511-7), ages 6–8. And World Full of... welcomes An Ocean Full of Stories: 50 Folktales and Legends from Around the World by Angela McAllister, illus. by Sally Agar (May 20, $24.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9590-2), ages 5–8.
Quarto/Wide Eyed
A Natural History of Butts: The Story of Evolution from Beginning to End by Crab Museum, illus. by Inga Ziemele (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9763-0), offers an evolutionary history of bottoms. Ages 6–8.
Encyclopedia of Birds by Jules Howard, illus. by Namasri Niumi (Mar. 11, $22.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9528-5), introduces more than 300 bird species. Ages 6–9.
Small World: Meet 30 of Earth’s Tiniest Inhabitants by Nick Crumpton (Mar. 18, $30, ISBN 978-0-7112-8857-7), examines the lives and habitats of nature’s smallest creatures. Ages 7–10.
Surviving Vesuvius: A Lucky Escape from the Tragic Fate of Ancient Pompeii by Christopher Harrisson, illus. by Beth Waters (Feb. 18, $24.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-7925-4). This chronicle of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii is based on the first-hand account of Pliny the Younger. Ages 7–11.
50 States picks up Only in the Pacific Northwest by Nancy Dickmann, illus. by Joseph Moffat-Peña (May 6, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-129-4), ages 6–8; and Only in Washington, D.C. by James Preller, illus. by Sonya Abby (May 6, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-131-7), ages 6–9. And joining Secret Stories is Secret Stories of Lost Beasts: A Field Guide to Uncover Earth’s Ancient Animals by Saskia Gwinn (May 20, $24.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9697-8), ages 7–10.
Quarto/Words & Pictures
My Mom by Susan Quinn, illus. by Sarah Mathew (Feb. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9669-5), follows a mother and child as they experience life’s adventures together. Ages 3–6.
Ady and Me by Richard and Roxanne Pink, illus. by Sara Rhys (Apr. 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9305-2). In this story celebrating those on the rainbow spectrum of neurodiversity, a girl and her best friend Ady go to school, but her teacher doesn’t see Ady or understand him. Ages 3–7.
One World, Many Animals by Ben Lerwill, illus. by Alette Straathof (May 13, $15.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9733-3). This companion to One World, Many Colors showcases the world’s animals and their habitats. Ages 5–7.
Don’t Squish a Slug by Yussef Rafik, illus. by Riley Samels (Feb. 18, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9344-1). This guide to more than 40 small creatures from around the globe underscores the value of bugs and minibeasts. Ages 7–9.
What’s the Actually Factually Difference? How to Tell the Difference Between Over 150 Things That Are Similar but Different by Jane Wilsher, illus. by Liz Kay (Feb. 4, $27.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9270-3), reveals more than 150 similar-but-different comparisons in such areas as space, the body, technology, and animals. Ages 8–11.
Series
Celebrations & Festivals adds Easter by Nancy Dickmann, illus. by Emma Randall (Feb. 25, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-7112-9004-4); and Pride by Eric Huang, illus. by Amy Phelps (May 6, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-83600-087-7), ages 5–7.
Quirk
Zoomi and Zoe and the Tricky Turnaround by Corey Ann Haydu, illus. by Anne Appert (June 3, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-68369-458-8). In this series opener, Zoe feels alone when her best friend moves away, until she’s transported to a magical world and meets a real-life version of her stuffed rhino Zoomi. Ages 4–8.
Growing into You! An Inclusive, Shame-Busting, Get-Real Guide to Your Changing Body and Mind by Melissa Pintor Carnagey, illus. by Brianna Gilmartin (May 6, $17.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-68369-431-1), is a gender-inclusive, interactive guide to puberty by the founder of Sex Positive Families. Ages 10–14.
Gay the Pray Away by Natalie Naudus (May 20, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-68369-511-0). An Asian American teen longs to break free of the conservative cult she was raised in after discovering her queer identity and falling in love. Ages 14–18.
Random House
Bored Panda by Mike Bender, illus. by Chuck Dillon (Apr. 29, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-43360-7). A tech-obsessed Panda goes from having a “boring” no-screens day to a joyful day outdoors. Ages 4–8.
Book Comes Home: A Banned Book’s Journey by Rob Sanders, illus. by Micah Player (Mar. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-81368-3), explores book banning from the book’s point of view. Ages 5–8.
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel by Barbara Park, adapted by Colleen AF Venable, illus. by Honie Beam (Apr. 29, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-64563-5). This series opener recounts Junie B. Jones’s first day of kindergarten in graphic-novel format. Ages 7–10.
The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks by Katie Kirby (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 979-8-217-11662-1) starts up a series about finding yourself and learning not to take life too seriously. Ages 8–12.
Wednesday: Book of Outcasts by Ally Russell et al. (May 6, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-90177-9). Nevermore Academy’s host of Outcasts is showcased in this guide based on this TV program. Ages 8–12.
The Nightblood Prince by Molly X. Chang (July 1, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89736-2). In this series launch, a teen desperate to outrun her fate is caught between two warring kingdoms and their handsome princes. Ages 14–18.
Series
Baby Berenstain Bears star in Potty Time by Mike Berenstain (June 17, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-90039-0), which kicks off a board book series, ages up to 3. Dr. Seuss Babies issues Mr. Brown on the Farm with Dr. Seuss Babies, illus. by Erik Doescher (May 6, $10.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-81336-2), ages up to 3. Dr. Seuss Sound Books gains Dr. Seuss’s Hop on Pop with 12 Silly Sounds! by Dr. Seuss (May 6, $20.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-90269-1), ages up to 3. And Diggers Love Their Daddies! by Brianna Caplan Sayres, illus. by Christian Slade (Apr. 1, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-71058-6), is a new Where Do... title, ages up to 3.
Sesame Street welcomes B Is for Birthday by Mary Man-Kong (May 6, $8.99 board book, ISBN 979-8-217-02524-4), ages up to 3. Beginner Books gains Gertrude Gish on a Dish on a Fish by Sarah Hwang (May 6, $9.99, ISBN 978-0-593-64623-6), part of the Seuss Studios line, ages 3–7. And Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Dinosaurs by Mary Pope Osborne, adapted by Jenny Laird, illus. by Jomike Tejido (Apr. 1, $10.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-70584-1), joins Magic Tree House Fact Trackers, ages 6–9.
Random House Graphic
Halfway to Somewhere by Jose Pimienta (Feb. 18, $13.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-56942-9). A middle grader who moves from Mexico to Kansas must navigate their parents’ divorce and make friends while learning a new language. Ages 8–12.
Hillside Valley: Speak Up, Santiago! by Julio Anta, illus. by Gabi Mendez (Mar. 4, $13.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-65163-6). A city kid spending the summer in the country deals with a language barrier in this debut title of a graphic novel series about friends, family, community, and identity. Ages 8–12.
Marshall Middle School: On Guard! by Cassidy Wasserman (June 10, $13.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-64999-2). In this series launch, a girl who’s dealing with a best friend breakup and a rocky relationship with her mother wonders if joining the fencing club is the key to finding her footing in seventh grade. Ages 8–12.
A Song for You and I by K. O’Neill (Mar. 4, $13.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-217-03178-8). Rowan wants to be a ranger, protecting their village, but when their flying horse gets injured, will they be able to become the protector they’ve always dreamed of being? Ages 10–18.
Once Upon a Time University: Brielle and Bear by Salomey Doku (Apr. 22, $17.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-71118-7). Opening a series, this “Beauty and the Beast” retelling captures the magic and romance of two teens’ first year at university. Ages 12–18.
Series
Pizza and Taco return in Draw Your Own Comic! by Stephen Shaskan (May 6, $9.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-81457-4), ages 5–8.
Random House Studio
Daisy Rewilds by Margaret McNamara, illus. by Kerascoët (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-12567-0). A young environmentalist teaches her community about the importance of restoring natural habitats. Ages 4–8.
A Forest Song by Kirsten Hall, illus. by Evan Turk (Feb. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-48036-6). This celebration of the wonders of nature reimagines classic lines of poetry by Emily Dickinson, Robert Frost, Mary Oliver, Edgar Allan Poe, and others. Ages 4–8.
The Wombats Go Wild for Words by Beth Ferry, illus. by Lori Nichols (June 17, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-71105-7). Three word-loving wombats inspire a duckling to transform her town from dull to dazzling with the power of vibrant vocabulary. Ages 4–8.
Grumpy Monkey School Stinks! by Suzanne Lang, illus. by Max Lang (June 17, $10.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70934-4). In this graphic novel series debut, Jim Panzee saves the day when a friend falls ill. Ages 5–8.
Camp Frenemies by Liz Montague (May 13, $21.99, ISBN 978-0-593-80623-4). This graphic novel series launch relays the trials and tribulations of three cabinmates during the first week of sleepaway camp. Ages 8–12.
Random House Worlds
The Little Witcher by CD Projekt Red, illus. by Giada Carboni (May 6, $16, ISBN 978-0-593-23545-4). This collection of comics from the creators of The Witcher video game series stars an unusual family. Ages 12 and up.
Random/Bright Matter
Climate Is Just the Start by Mikaela Loach (Mar. 18, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89732-4). This British Jamaican activist offers a guide to tackling the climate crisis. Ages 8–12.
An Immense World: How Animals Sense Earth’s Amazing Secrets (young readers ed.) by Ed Yong, illus. by Rebecca Mills (May 13, $24.99, ISBN 978-0-593-81088-0). New art accompanies this adaptation of Pulitzer Prize winner Yong’s examination of ways animals hear and feel the world. Ages 9–12.
Eve: How the Female Body Shaped Human Evolution (adapted for young adults) by Cat Bohannon (Feb. 25, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-81188-7), explains how the female body gave rise to the human species and shaped life on Earth and what that means for us in the future. Ages 14–18.
Random/Crown
Down on the Bayou by Glenda Armand, illus. by Alleanna Harris (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70788-3). On a boat ride with his grandfather, a boy learns about the flora and fauna, legends, and history of the Louisiana bayou. Ages 4–8.
We’re Different and It’s Totally Cool! by Camey Yeh (July 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89984-7). Comparisons of animals, objects, and people examine external and internal similarities and differences. Ages 4–8.
A Bird in the Air Means We Can Still Breathe by Mahogany L. Browne (Mar. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-48647-4) compiles interconnected prose, poems, and stories featuring N.Y.C. teens and their families and communities during the Covid-19 pandemic. Ages 12–18.
The Magic Paintbrush adds The Guardian’s Quest by Kat Zhang with Eric Darnell, illus. by Phoebe Zhong (July 29, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-17997-0), ages 8–12. And Nic Stone’s Dear Martin concludes with Dear Manny (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-30801-1), ages 14–18.
Random/Crown/PJ Library
Next Year in the White House: Barack Obama’s First Presidential Seder by Richard Michelson, illus. by E.B. Lewis (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-71158-3), tells how a 2008 Seder dinner on the campaign trail inspired Obama to host the first-ever White House Passover celebration. Ages 4–7.
Random/Delacorte
It’s Watching by Lindsay Currie (Feb. 4, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-81163-4). Three kids must discover who—or what—is terrorizing them after they receive an ominous meme on Halloween night. Ages 8–12.
Every Borrowed Beat by Erin Stewart (Mar. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-71066-1). This novel uncovers the realities of heart failure and what it means to live—in spite of another, because of another, for another. Ages 12–18.
The Souls of Blackwood Academy: Immortal Consequences by I.V. Marie (July 29, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-89880-2). In this series starter, six students at a boarding school located at the edge of the afterlife compete for a chance to change their fate—or risk remaining stuck in purgatory forever. Ages 12–18.
The Three Realms: The Scorpion and the Night Blossom by Amélie Wen Zhao (Mar. 4, $22.99, ISBN 978-0-593-81384-3). In this duology debut, a girl is forced to enter into an ancient, deadly competition for the chance to save her mother’s soul. Ages 14–18.
Kill Creatures by Rory Power (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-30231-6). Nan can’t believe that, after her three friends ventured into the canyons and never returned, one of them is back—because she killed them. Ages 14–18.
Random/Delacorte Romance
All Paths Lead to Paris by Sabrina Fedel (June 17, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-90027-7). The life of a fashion influencer in Paris is a crafted illusion that includes a fake boyfriend—but she falls for another guy. Ages 12–18.
All’s Fair in Love and Field Hockey by Kit Rosewater (May 6, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-89845-1). When a beautiful recruit joins a rival field hockey team, fiercely competitive Evelyn must choose between her love of the game and taking a shot at love. Ages 12–18.
I Love You S’more by Auriane Desombre (Apr. 8, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-80754-5). In this sapphic rival-to-lovers story, tensions build and sparks fly between two summer camp counselors. Ages 12–18.
Love at Full Tilt by Jenny L. Howe (July 22, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-80910-5). After a plus-size teen secures a coveted spot in a scavenger hunt at an amusement park, her plans are derailed by an unexpected romance with a rival contestant. Ages 12–18.
While We’re Young by K.L. Walther (Mar. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-81395-9). On a whirlwind senior-skip day, the secrets of friends whose love lives have become tangled are bound to collide. Ages 12–18.
Random/Doubleday
The Baby Who Stayed Awake Forever by Sandra Salsbury (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-80587-9). A family deals with a rambunctious infant in this tale about the uncanny ability of babies to stay awake. Ages 3–7.
My Dad Is a Unicorn! by Bill Canterbury, illus. by Jeff Harter (Apr. 1, $12.99, ISBN 978-0-593-80787-3), launches a series that explores how all families are strange. Ages 3–7.
Over in the Garden by Janna Matthies, illus. by Tisha Lee (Mar. 18, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-80936-5). Children come together to tend to a community garden in this counting book based on “Over in the Meadow.” Ages 3–7.
Weird and Wonderful You by Zaila Avant-Garde, illus. by Kah Yangni (July 22, $18, ISBN 978-0-593-56896-5), celebrates individuality and encourages children to embrace what makes them different. Ages 3–7.
Series
Life Lessons from Chip the Dog continues with Don’t Lose Mr. Cuddles by Dev Petty, illus. by Mike Boldt (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-90075-8), ages 3–7.
Random/Golden
Series
New Little Golden Books are Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: A Batuu Adventure! by Jeneanne Debois, illus. by Bill Robinson (Feb. 25, $5.99, ISBN 978-0-7364-4526-9); and Disneyland Is Your Land!, illus. by Disney Storybook Art Team (July 1, $5.99, ISBN 978-0-7364-4544-3), ages 2–5.
Random/Joy Revolution
Love in Translation presents Love Craves Cardamom by Aashna Avachat (May 20, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-57158-3),
ages 12–18. And The Diamonds welcomes Lady Knight by Amalie Howard (Apr. 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70506-3), ages 12–18.
Random/Knopf
The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn’s Great Big Wish by Shawn Harris (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-57191-0), features a pint-sized unicorn who makes a wish to be big. Ages 3–7
Earl & Worm #1: The Bad Idea and Other Stories by Greg Pizzoli (Apr. 1, $10.99, ISBN 978-0-593-64966-4), begins an early reader series following the adventures of happy-go-lucky bird Earl and his neighbor and pal Worm, who is the exact opposite. Ages 4–8.
The Gathering Table by Antwan Eady, illus. by London Ladd (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-48060-1). A Southern family gathers around a special table for year-round celebrations, highlighting the importance of Gullah Geechee culture and building community one gathering at a time. Ages 4–9.
A Forgery of Fate by Elizabeth Lim (June 3, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-65061-5). This romantasy tells the story of a con artist who can paint the future, and a cursed dragon lord bound by love and deception. Ages 12 and up.
The Education of Kia Greer by Alanna Bennett (May 13, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-80610-4). Kia, the teen daughter of a reality star, longs for a normal high schooler’s life, and sparks a complicated new relationship with rising star Cass, who may help her find true happiness. Ages 14 and up.
Random/Labyrinth Road
True Life in Uncanny Valley by Deb Caletti (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70861-3). A teen poses as a live-in nanny for her half-brother in order to spy on the tech-genius father she’s never met. Ages 14–18.
Series
Heroes of Havensong concludes with The Fifth Mage by Megan Reyes (Feb. 4, $9.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-81175-7), ages 8–12. The Kairos Files continues with A Home for Unusual Monsters by Shaun David Hutchinson (Feb. 11, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-64633-5), ages 8–12. Momo Arashima Duels the Queen of Death by Misa Sugiura (Feb. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-56414-1), wraps up Momo Arashima, ages 8–12. And Blood at the Root issues Bones at the Crossroads by LaDarrion Williams (July 29, $20.99, ISBN 978-0-593-71196-5), ages 14–18.
Random/Make Me a World
Together We Remember by Jackie Morera, illus. by Violeta Encarnación (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-80564-0). A girl and her father set out on an imagination adventure to honor their memories of her mother. Ages 4–8.
Lucha of the Forgotten Spring by Tehlor Kay Mejia (Feb. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-593-37840-3). In the finale to the Latine folklore-inspired duology that began with Night Forest, Lucha faces her fears to save the people she cares for. Ages 12–18.
Random/Rodale Kids
Books of Kindness gains ABCs of Kindness at Easter by Patricia Hegarty, illus. by Summer Macon (Feb. 4, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-81131-3), ages up to 3.
Random/Schwartz
The Littlest Drop by Sascha Alper, illus. by Jerry and Brian Pinkney (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-30912-4). In this fable featuring Jerry Pinkney’s final artwork, completed after his death by his son, a hummingbird helps save her forest from a fire. Ages 3–7.
Shark at Sister Tea by Barbara Joosse, illus. by Sergio Ruzzier (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-64694-6). Two small but mighty sisters vanquish a shark who crashes their tea party. Ages 3–7.
Dream for the Land by Laekan Zea Kemp, illus. by Leo Espinosa (May 27, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-71030-2). In this tale about caring for our Earth, a child and her father wish for a greener future for their parched land. Ages 4–8.
Rose Weaves a Garden by Rashin Kheiriyeh (Apr. 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-70510-0). Based on the author’s childhood in Iran, this story tells of a man who teaches his granddaughter to weave a beautiful rug. Ages 4–8.
Death in the Jungle: Murder, Betrayal, and the Lost Dream of Jonestown by Candace Fleming (Apr. 29, $19.99,
ISBN 978-0-593-48006-9) chronicles the saga of Jim Jones and his notorious Peoples Temple, the fringe religious group whose members died by mass suicide. Ages 12–18.
Random/WaterBrook
Chichi and Didi Love Their Names by Peace and Ndidi Amadi, illus. by Hayley Blackwood (June 17, $13.99, ISBN 978-0-593-58003-5). These Nigerian American sisters relay a story about loving your name, having pride in your culture, and standing up for yourself. Ages 3–7.
God’s Masterpiece: An Adventure in Discovering Your Worth by Elisabeth Hasselbeck, illus. by Julia Seal (Mar. 25, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-593-79611-5). Two children have an adventure at an art museum in this celebration of how God made us, a sequel to Flashlight Night. Ages 3–7.
Miss Prim Goes Wild by Katy Rose, illus. by Thai My Phuong (Mar. 25, $13.99, ISBN 978-0-593-58157-5). Inspired by the story of conservation work at Britain’s Knepp Castle—now the site of a pioneering rewilding project—this tale reveals nature’s power to heal and restore. Ages 3–7.
Planted with Love: Growing into a Family by Natasha Tripplett, illus. by Adriana Predoi (Mar. 11, $13.99, ISBN 978-0-593-58076-9). This story of a child’s experience in foster care illustrates that a loving home and a loving adult can provide a safe place for children to grow and thrive. Ages 3–7.
God with Us: Bible Stories on the Road to Emmaus by Matt Mikalatos, illus. by David Shephard (Apr. 1, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-57810-0), illuminates the biblical chronicle of God’s love, hope, and rescue in graphic-novel format. Ages 8–12.
Series
Big Adventures for Growing Minds offers God’s Little Oceanographer by Tina Cho, illus. by Marta Álvarez Miguéns (June 24, $12.99, ISBN 978-0-593-57943-5), ages 3–7. The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor continues with The Minor Rescue by Meredith Davis (May 6, $13.99, ISBN 978-0-593-44536-5; $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-44537-2), ages 8–12. And Once a Castle by Sarah Arthur (Feb. 11, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-19448-5) is a new Carrick Hall Novel, ages 12–18.
Red Chair
Where Are the Women? The Girl Scouts’ Campaign for the First Statue of Women in Central Park by Janice Hechter (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-64371-380-9), relays how the New York City Girl Scouts’ 2016 discovery that Central Park lacked statues of women led them to unite, raise funds, and persuade the city to erect the first female monument. Ages 7–11.
Series
Baseball Buddies scores Second Chance by Aaron Derr, illus. by Matt Rowe (Mar. 4, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-64371-392-2), ages 7–11.
Red Chair/One Elm
Digger: Dig or Die! by Deborah Cholette, illus. by Davide Ortu (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-64371-399-1). In this dystopian novel, siblings dig life-saving tunnels between houses as Earth’s atmosphere leaks into space. Ages 9–12.
Somebody’s Someone by Linda Oatman High, illus. by Yai Dzamesi (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-947159-87-7). Ruby and her aunt embark on a cross-country trip to find her mother, who struggles with mental illness and addiction. Ages 10–14.
Series
Emma Just Medium introduces The Friend Dilemma by Laura Wiltse Prior, illus. by Marta Kissi (Feb. 4, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-947159-82-2), ages 7–11.
Red Comet
My Book of Firsts: Poems Celebrating a Baby’s Milestones by Lee Wardlaw, illus. by Bruno Brogna (Apr. 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-129-6). This book of poems marking key moments in a baby’s first year includes space to record milestones. Ages up to 1.
I Shine Like the Sun: Daily Affirmations to Build Self-Esteem in a New Generation by Alice Alderman (Mar. 11, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-63655-135-7). This book of affirmations aimed at developing self-esteem and respect for the planet contains a mirror at the back. Ages up to 3.
Downpour: Splish! Splash! Ker-Splash! by Yuko Ohnari, trans. by Emily Balistrieri, illus. by Koshiro Hata (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-114-2). A boy uses his senses to experience a refreshing storm on a hot day. Ages 3–6.
Charley Mouse Cleans House by Katerina Gorelik (Mar. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-141-8). Charley Mouse helps familiar fairy tale characters clean house in this seek-and-find book. Ages 4–8.
Dear New Friend by Taraneh Matloob, illus. by Alida Massari (Mar. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-146-3). A Persian boy invites a new friend to his house in a letter describing what to expect during the visit. Ages 4–8.
The Traveling Taco: The Amazing and Surprising Journey of Your Favorite Foods by Mia Wenjen, illus. by Kimberlie Clinthorne-Wong (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-131-9), explores the history of kid-friendly foods from around the world. Ages 5–8.
Series
Be Thankful welcomes Be Thankful for Plants by Harriet Ziefert, illus. by Brian Fitzgerald (Apr. 8, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-133-3), ages 4–8. Ziefert’s Really Bird Stories picks up Really Bird, Really Good Beach Party (June 24, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-136-4), ages 5–8. And Small Sparkling Raindrop by Mary Auld, illus. by Lou Baker Smith (Mar. 4, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-63655-143-2), joins Start Small, Think Big, ages 5–8.
Red Deer
Beautiful Junk by Melissa Assaly, illus. by Samantha Lucy Haslam (Feb. 21, $23.95, ISBN 978-1-55455-537-6). In this story encouraging recycling, a follow-up to The Imperfect Garden, a boy whose family is moving learns that one person’s junk can be another person’s treasure. Ages 5–8.
Eli and the Real, Live, Dead Mummy by Sam Fisher, illus. by Judy Hilgemann (Feb. 1, $23.95, ISBN 978-0-88995-730-5). This reimagining of true events relates an encounter between a young patient at Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children and Djetmattasankh, a 3,000-year-old mummy. Ages 5–8.
Who’s Walking Dawg? by Marie Prins, illus. by Leanne Franson (Feb. 1, $23.95, ISBN 978-0-88995-711-4). When Dawg’s busy family ignores his pleas for a walk, he follows his nose on an adventure through the neighborhood. Ages 5–8.
The Moon’s Journey by Beryl Young, illus. by Sean Huang (Feb. 21, $23.95, ISBN 978-0-88995-747-3). Royalties from sales of this book, about a family’s 1950s journey across the ocean to a new home in Canada, will be donated to the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. Ages 6–8.
Two Tales of Twenty-Six by Stephanie Simpson McLellan, illus. by Mike Deas (Feb. 21, $23.95, ISBN 978-0-88995-746-6). In these two parallel tales in flip-book format, Walter the mouse conquers 26 cats to reach the outside world; and a boy conquers the 26 letters of the alphabet so he can read Walter’s adventure. Ages 6–8.
Tizzy and Me: Fifteen Ways to Love a Mink by N.M.L. Hazard, illus. by Alice Priestley (Mar. 1, $23.95, ISBN 978-0-88995-750-3). In this early chapter book, two friends who learn about animals that live in fur farms vow to stand up for them. Ages 7–9.
Closer to Far Away by Kristin Butcher (Mar. 1, $14.95 paper, ISBN 978-0-88995-749-7). In 1920s Saskatchewan, a family overcomes grief and grows stronger together after their mother’s death. Ages 9–12.
Running Press
Make Your Own Rainbow: A Drag Queen’s Guide to Color by Lil Miss Hot Mess, illus. by Olga de Dios Ruiz (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8712-7). Kids learn how to use a kaleidoscope of colors beyond the rainbow to express themselves in this book by the Drag Story Hour storyteller. Ages 4–8.
Swept Away at Witch Camp by Erin Vanessa (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8774-5). In this tale about self-esteem, a young witch faces her fears of failure in order to succeed at camp. Ages 4–8.
Being Bruja: A Young Mystic’s Guide by Zayda Rivera, illus. by Jennifer Dahbura
(July 29, $17.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-7624-8772-1), introduces the Brujería practice, stemming from Latinx, Hispanic, and Indigenous traditions. Ages 8–12.
Catching Cryptids: The Scientific Search for Mysterious Creatures by Kim Long, illus. by Nicole Miles (May 6, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8575-8), reveals how science and technology could be used to “catch” Kraken, Mothman, and other cryptids. Ages 8–12.
Magical Nature Tales: Stories from Around the World by Dawn Casey, illus. by Anja Susanj (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8927-5). This collection of tales celebrates various global traditions of storytelling. Ages 8–12.
Roll for Love by M.K. England (Apr. 8, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8817-9). In this queer romance, the Dungeons & Dragons characters of two teenage girls fall in love, but romance in real life is much more complicated. Ages 13–17.
13 Days of Summer by Stephanie Kate Strohm (June 3, $12.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-89414-120-6). Teens are on a road trip to a Taylor Swift concert in this novel about the power and possibility of friendships. Ages 14–18.
The Invisible Wild by Nikki Van De Car (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8706-6). In this adventure steeped in Hawaiian lore, a girl navigates two realms to help a Hilo boy save the only home they have ever known. Ages 14–18.
Series
New Little Myths titles by Emma Adams are Little Myths Medusa: The Making of a Monster, illus. by Erica Salcedo (May 27, $15.99, ISBN 979-8-89414-096-4); and Little Myths Thor: The Making of a God, illus. by Sam Caldwell (May 27, $15.99, ISBN 979-8-89414-095-7), ages 5–8. And joining How to Spot are How to Spot a Magical Woodland Creature: A Field Guide to Enchanted Forest Animals (Apr. 1, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8804-9) and How to Spot a Mermaid: A Field Guide to Magical Sea People (June 17, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-7624-8943-5) by Sarah Glenn Marsh, illus. by Lilla Bolecz, ages 8–12.
Title in Spanish
Vivir Bruja by Zayda Rivera, illus. by Jennifer Dahbura (July 29, $17.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-7624-8822-3), ages 8–12.
Scallywag
The Bear Who Had Nothing to Wear by Jeanne Willis, illus. by Brian Fitzgerald (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-915252-95-1), focuses on the joys of dressing up, and one bear’s search for the clothes that make him feel most like himself. Ages 4–9.
Whisper to the Rescue by Rose Robbins (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-915252-90-6). A quiet dragon finds a creative way to let his voice be heard and make a difference for the environment. Ages 4–9.
Series
In the Garden by Rob Ramsden grows with I Saw a Bee (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-915252-85-2), ages 4–9. And Ivy Newt and the Storm Witch (Apr. 2, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-83630-000-7) launches Ivy Newt in Miracula, an illustrated chapter book series about a lovable young witch by Derek Keilty, illus. by Magda Brol, ages 8–12.
Scholastic
A Rainbow in Your Cloud by Amina Mucciolo, illus. by Elle Pierre (Mar. 4, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-338-79240-9), is Instagram influencer Mucciolo’s (aka Studio Mucci) semiautobiographical picture book about accepting and celebrating all the things that make each of us special. Ages 4–8.
Ballet Brown by Bellen Woodard, illus. by Fanny Liem (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-3407-7). Frustrated that ballet gear often comes in just pink and white, Bellen takes action to showcase other beautiful colors of dance and introduces ballet brown. Ages 5–7.
Shark Bites (May 6, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-9849-9). This book of shark facts comes packaged with a model shark tooth necklace. Ages 6–8.
Disasters: Seriously Deadly Facts About Natural Disasters (May 6, $10.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-9862-8) looks at many of the natural disasters that wreak havoc across our planet. Ages 7–10.
Olivia Rodrigo: All Access by Emma Carlson Berne (Mar. 4, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-7557-5) follows Rodrigo’s journey from teen TV star to pop music queen. Ages 7–10.
Rock On! Rocks and Minerals by C.J. McDonald (May 6, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-9854-3). Kids can read about minerals, rocks, gems, and geodes, and learn strange but true stories, facts, and trivia in this visual guide. Ages 7–10.
Far-Fetched by Lisa Papademetriou (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-60308-8). Lizzie’s mother thinks she should take an emotional support dog to school to help with her anxiety, but the attention-drawing pup may make Lizzie even more stressed. Ages 9–12.
Identikill by K.R. Alexander (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1649-3) tells the story of a girl whose life is inextricably linked to that of her dead twin who refuses to go away and wants to take control. Ages 9–12.
Series
Gabby’s Dollhouse welcomes The A-meow-zing Race by Pamela Bobowicz (Apr. 1, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3914-0) and A Purr-ific Day (Mar. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3912-6), ages 3–5. Clifford is back for Clifford’s Halloween by Norman Bridwell (July 1, $10.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-7587-2), ages 3–5. Rubble & Crew builds with Dino Dig (Feb. 4, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1041-5), ages 3–5. Joining Peppa Pig is George’s Digger (Mar. 4, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-5344-3), ages 3–5. Pokémon Monpoké greets Pikachu’s Nighttime Adventure by Rikako Matsuo (July 1, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-339-01507-1), ages 3–5. Abbott Elementary takes roll with A Day at Abbott Elementary by Halcyon Person, illus. by Joelle Murray (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-3045-1), ages 4–8. There Was an Old Lady by Lucille Colandro, illus. by Jared Lee, serves up There Was an Old Lady: 5-Minute Phonics (Apr. 1, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3812-9), ages 4–8.
Scholastic Reader, Level 1 gains Peppa Pig: Peppa the Unicorn by Cala Spinner, Lauren Holowaty (Feb. 4, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-5346-7), ages 3–5. Joining Acorn is Poppleton Has Fun by Cynthia Rylant, illus. by Mark Teague (Mar. 4, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3009-3), ages 5–7. New Branches books include Diary of a Pug: Get Well, Pug by Kyla May (Mar. 4, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-87766-3), Owl Diaries: Eva and the New Teacher by Rebecca Elliott (July 1, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-2707-9), The Party Diaries: Lucky Mermaid Sleepover by Mitali Banerjee Ruths, illus. by Aaliya Jaleel (Apr. 1, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3756-6), ages 5–7; Coral Keepers: Search for the Silver Shell by Robin Yardi, illus. by Paul Kellam (Mar. 4, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-2242-5); Disaster Squad: Tornado Rescue by Rekha S. Rajan, illus. by Courtney Lovett (June 3, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-82892-4); Kwame’s Magic Quest: Curse of the Akoma Stone by Bernard Mensah, illus. by Natasha Nayo (July 15, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-84337-8); and Pets Rule!: Revenge of the Raccoons by Susan Tan, illus. by Wendy Tan Shiau Wei (May 6, $24.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-1977-7), ages 6–8.
Baby-Sitters Little Sister by Ann M. Martin, illus. by Christine Almeda, gains Karen’s Goldfish (Mar. 4, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1027-9), ages 7–9. Cruise Life by Reese Eschmann, following the adventures of two kids who spend the summer aboard the family-friendly cruise line where their father works, launches with Queen of the Sea (Feb. 4, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-339-01815-7), ages 7–9. Pokémon Chapter Books picks up Fuecoco, I Choose You! by Maria S. Barbo (Apr. 1, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3124-3), ages 7–10. Who Would Win? by Jerry Pallotta, illus. by Rob Bolster, swims along with Underwater Battles (June 3, $10.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-5922-3), ages 7–10. Baby-Sitters Club by Martin continues with Mary Anne and the Great Romance (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1026-2), ages 8–11. School for Wicked Witches is back in session with Wicked Never Waits by Will Taylor (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-339-04269-5), ages 8–12. And Five Nights at Freddy’s offers Escape the Pizzaplex by Scott Cawthon and Lyndsay Ely (Apr. 1, $12.99 paper, I SBN 978-1-5461-3291-2), ages 12–18.
Scholastic en Español
Bilingual Title
Let’s Giggle!/¡A reír! by Caroline Jayne Church (June 3, $6.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-338-89674-9), ages up to 3.
Title in Spanish
When You Can Swim by Jack Wong (June 3, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-9838-3), ages 4–8.
Series in Spanish
Hombre Perro by Dav Pilkey adds El Despeluzado Escarlata (Mar. 4, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-4803-6), ages 7–9.
Scholastic Focus
Fighter in the Woods: The True Story of a Jewish Girl Who Joined the Partisans in World War II by Joshua M. Greene (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-3585-2) follows Celia Kassow, a Jewish girl in Nazi-occupied Poland, who joins the partisans in the forest, where she refuses to be put on kitchen duty and instead learns to fight on horseback. Ages 8–12.
Scholastic Paperbacks
Series
Geronimo Stilton is still standing in Blast from the Past by Geronimo Stilton (Mar. 4, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-4185-3), ages 7–9. Puppy Place by Ellen Miles welcomes Ozzie (Feb. 4, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3151-9), ages 7–9. Cat on the Run in Hidden Layers! joins Cat on the Run by Aaron Blabey (May 6, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1182-5), ages 7–10. Forever Fairies by Maddy Mara flits along with Etta Flies High (Apr. 1, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-7182-9) and Vida Takes Charge (July 1, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-7183-6), ages 7–10. Thea Stilton stars in The Search for the Secret Garden by Thea Stilton (July 1, $9.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-4181-5), ages 7–10. And Goosebumps House of Shivers by R.L. Stine delivers Say My Name! Say My Name! (Mar. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-339-01503-3), ages 8–12.
Scholastic Press
Baa Haa by Audrey Perrott, illus. by Ross Burach (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-3403-9). Everything makes Babette laugh, until she discovers it’s okay not to feel okay sometimes. Ages 4–8.
New Shoes for Leo by Lauren Agra Deedy, illus. by Susan Gal (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-338-77021-6), centers a close-knit immigrant family from Cuba—and the love that deepens as they care for relatives living far away. Ages 4–8.
Wash Day Love by Tanisia Moore, illus. by Raissa Figueroa (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-338-89732-6). Three generations of beautiful Black women spend the day washing each other’s hair, some more willingly than others. Ages 4–8.
Afia in the Land of Wonders by Mia Araujo (Apr. 15, $24.99, ISBN 978-1-338-85672-9) reimagines Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in a tale of twin sisters and how one must venture outside the safety of their home, into the wilderness, in order to find herself and true happiness. Ages 8–12.
The Best Worst Summer of Esme Sun by Wendy Wan-Long Shang (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-1538-0). Esme’s newfound prowess at competitve swimming leads her into some choppy water navigating sportsmanship, prejudice, and the power of friendship. Ages 8–12.
El Niño by Pam Muñoz Ryan, illus. by Joe Cepeda (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-338-06855-9). Mystery and magical realism color this story of a passionate young swimmer swept into the secrets of an underwater realm that holds a connection to his beloved late sister. Ages 8–12.
The Girl in the Walls by Meg Eden Kuyatt (May 20, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-1053-8). A neurodivergent girl finds a ghost in the walls and must decide whether it’s friend or foe—and the wrong decision could destroy her family. Ages 8–12.
What Happened Then by Erin Soderberg Downing (July 15, $26.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-2498-6). As cousins Avery and Jax begin to dig through two generations of history in the long-abandoned house in Crooked Lake, they also dredge up a dark secret. Ages 8–12.
Blood in the Water by Tiffany D. Jackson (July 1, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-338-84991-2). Kaylani is spending a summer at Martha’s Vineyard when a murder rocks the community and draws Kaylani into a mystery involving sinister truths and shocking secrets. Ages 9–12.
Ghost Scout’s Honor by Carey Blankenship-Kramer (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-2879-3). To win the student of the year award, Evey joins the Ghost Scouts who maintain order among Savannah’s ghosts, but this year the ghosts are angrier and more powerful than usual. Ages 9–12.
Right Back at You by Carolyn Mackler (Mar. 4, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-338-73421-8). Mason lives in the year 2023, but when he gets a letter from a girl named Talia living in the year 1987, it’s the beginning of a friendship that will transcend time and space. Ages 9–12.
Snoop by Gordon Korman (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-2608-9). A boy stuck at home with two broken legs starts using cameras and a drone to spy on his classmates, neighbors, and a possible criminal who’s arrived in town. Ages 9–12.
Best of All Worlds by Kenneth Oppel (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-5820-2). When Xavier, his father, and his dad’s pregnant wife Nia go exploring in the woods on their vacation, they find they are trapped inside a dome, and there’s no one else around until, three years later, another family arrives. Ages 12 and up.
Never Thought I’d End Up Here by Ann Liang (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-1067-5). Leah’s parents send her on an intensive two-week program traversing China so that she can reconnect with her roots, and she unexpectedly finds love on the journey. Ages 12 and up.
The Family I’m In by Sharon G. Flake (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-338-57320-6) introduces John-John and Caleb, childhood friends navigating the struggles and triumphs of growing into young Black men. Ages 12–14.
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins (Mar. 18, $27.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-7146-1). The fifth book in Collins’s bestselling series follows Haymitch Abernathy as he enters the arena for the 50th annual Hunger Games. Ages 12–17.
It’s You Every Time by Charlene Thomas (May 6, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1178-8). Sydney stops for breakfast to delay her exam and unexpectedly spends a delightful day with a charming stranger before a shocking incident sends her back to that same morning of her exam—again. Ages 12–18.
Run Away with Me by Brian Selznick (Apr. 1, $24.99, ISBN 978-1-339-03552-9) tells the story of two boys finding each other and falling in love during one summer in Rome. Ages 12–19.
Your Final Moments by Jay Coles (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-2556-3). While struggling to keep his addictions in check, a grieving Hakeem learns that the best friend he thought took his own life was murdered. Ages 14 and up.
Series
Future Hero by Remi Blackwood adds Escape from the Clay City (Mar. 4, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-79042-9), ages 7–10. New to Front Desk by Kelly Yang is Chef’s Secret (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-3866-2), ages 8–12. Worst Week Ever by Matt Cosgrove and Eva Amores, illus. by Cosgrove, marks the calendar for Thursday (May 20, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-85760-3), ages 8–12. And The Liars Society by Alyson Gerber gains A Risky Game (Apr. 1, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-338-85924-9), ages 9–12.
Scholastic/AFK
The Official Pet Simulator Huge and Titanic Handbook (Apr. 1, $10.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3160-1) is the ultimate resource for fans of the pets from the Pet Simulator game. Ages 7–10.
Series
Diary of a Roblox Pro greets Haunted House by Ari Avatar (July 1, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-5960-5), ages 7–10.
Scholastic/Cartwheel
My Little Music Book: I Love Music by Marion Billet (May 6, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-7171-3). This sound board book introduces familiar instruments. Ages up to 3.
Where’s Mommy Donkey? by Craig Smith, illus. by Katz Cowley (Mar. 4, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5461-6299-5). Readers join Dinky Donkey on an interactive lift-the-flap adventure searching for her mother. Ages up to 3.
It’s Time for Día de los Muertos by Lilibeth M. Jimenez (July 1, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5461-2239-5). Meli gathers family portraits, prepares her abuelito’s favorite ponche, bakes her tia’s favorite pan dulce, and prepares the ofrenda with her family to remember their loved ones. Ages 3–5.
Silly Witch by Sandra Magsamen (July 1, $9.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-4010-8) is a tall novelty board book that includes jokes on every page. Ages 3–5.
I Wish I Had a Dragon with Marshmallows by Diane Alber (Mar. 4, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-0992-1). A boy’s wish for marshmallows and a dragon to toast them comes true—but he has to do some quick thinking when the dragon can’t breathe fire. Ages 4–8.
Series
Scholastic Early Learners presents Bumpy Squishy Fluffy (Feb. 4, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-5252-1), ages up to 3; My First Sign Language Book (June 3, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5461-7874-3), ages up to 5; and My Busy Shark Book and Other Ocean Creatures (Mar. 4, $10.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-5253-8), ages 2–4. I Spy by Dan Marzollo and Dave Marzollo; photos by Walter Wick, swims along with I Spy Ocean Animals (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-7544-5), ages 3–5. And Scholastic Reader Level 1 adds There Was an Old Lady Who Said Trick or Treat! by Lucille Colandro, illus. by Jared Lee (July 1, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3856-3), ages 4–8.
Scholastic/Graphix
Saphie the One-Eyed Cat by Joho (Feb. 4, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-2496-2). Readers join Saphie the one-eyed cat and her fellow house cat siblings as they zoom, scratch, and nap their way through life. Ages 7–10.
Around the Spider-Verse by Pablo Leon et al., illus. by Penelope R. Gaylord and Maca Gil (Apr. 1, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1402-4). Marvel characters Spider-Man, Ghost-Spider, and Arana star in three original Spider-verse stories. Ages 8–12.
The Cartoonists Club by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud (Apr. 1, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-77721-5) tells a friendship story about creativity and self-expression that blends how-to and comics magic. Ages 8–12.
Hikaru in the Light! by Mai Matsuda (Mar. 4, $11.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-4098-6). Best friends compete for the once-in-a-lifetime chance to become pop stars. Ages 8–12.
Mecha-Ude: Mechanical Arms by Yoshino Koyoka (Apr. 15, $11.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-4255-3). When middle-school kid Hikaru accidentally activates Alma, a Mecha-Ude (mechanical sentient being) with no memory of its past, they team up to uncover the mystery of Alma’s identity. Ages 8–12.
Miss Camper by Kat Fajardo (June 3, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-53561-7). All Sue wants is to make memories with her friends at camp, but they’re assigned to only a few of the same activities and nothing is going as planned. Ages 8–12.
Reel Life by Kane Lynch (May 20, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-85391-9). When Galen’s parents reveal that they’re splitting up, Galen and his best friend decide to make a documentary movie about his parents’ divorce. Ages 8–12.
Sea Legs by Jules Bakes, illus. by Niki Smith (Feb. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-83586-1). In this graphic memoir, Janey and her family live aboard their sailboat and travel the Caribbean, discovering that life (and friendship) at sea is more complicated than expected. Ages 8–12.
Speechless by Aron Nels Steinke (Mar. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-84932-5). Mira, who struggles with selective mutism, finds her voice when she learns that her ex-best-friend-turned-worst-enemy will be living with her indefinitely. Ages 8–12.
Float by Kate Marchant, illus. by C.J. Joaquin (July 1, $16.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-7523-0). Teenager Waverly tries to reinvent herself when she spends the summer with her aunt in Florida and learns how to swim, in this YA romance illustrated in an anime-inspired style. Ages 12 and up.
Series
Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix greets Karen’s Prize by Ann M. Martin, illus. by Shauna J. Grant (Apr. 1, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-339-00507-2), ages 7–10. I Survived Graphix continues with I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919 by Lauren Tarshis, illus. by Karen de la Vega (Mar. 4, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1037-8), ages 8–11. New to Animorphs Graphic Novels by K.A. Applegate and Michael Grant, illus. by Chris Grine, is The Capture (Mar. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-79626-1), ages 8–12. Baby-Sitters Club Graphix welcomes Mallory and the Trouble with Twins by Martin, illus. by Arley Nopra (Mar. 4, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-83561-8), ages 8–12. Sunny takes center stage in Sunny Figures It Out by Jennifer L. Holm, illus. by Matthew Holm (July 1, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-79247-8), ages 8–12. Unico by Samuel Sattin, illus. by Gurihiru, adds Hunted (June 3, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1046-0), ages 8–12. Nat Enough by Maria Scrivan gains Nat a Chance (Mar. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-0445-2), ages 9–12. Parachute Kids by Betty C. Tang picks up Outsider Kids (Apr. 15, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-338-83271-6), ages 9–12. And Rainbow! by Sunny, illus. by Gloomy, issues Rainbow! Vol. 2 (May 6, $16.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-1016-3), ages 12–18.
Scholastic/Orchard
Hop Helps Out by Marc Brown (Feb. 4, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-339-03568-0) features Hop, Benny, and all the Fair Village friends from Brown’s animated TV show Hop. Ages 3–6.
Becoming Boba by Joanna Ho, illus. by Amber Ren (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-339-00554-6). A young boba tea in Milk Tea Town learns that being yourself is enough. Ages 4–8.
Dreaming of a Quinceañera by Yamile Saied Méndez, illus. by Christine Almeda (Apr. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-338-89495-0). Sisters Ellie and Isabella are excited for Isabella’s quinceañera and Ellie is determined to make the day special, even when preparations don’t go smoothly. Ages 4–8.
Duckie & Snaps: We Cannot Be Friends by Ame Dyckman, illus. by Tim Miller (Feb. 4, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-338-83787-2). After Duckie’s egg rolls into Snaps the crocodile’s nest, they hatch, meet, and are best pals, until they are told they cannot be friends because crocodiles eat tasty duckies. Ages 4–8.
Little Big Man by Varian Johnson, illus. by Reggie Brown (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-338-80743-1). Elijah finds a clever way to help with the new baby at home while reminding his hardworking father to have some fun. Ages 4–8.
Millie Fleur Saves the Night by Christy Mandin (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-339-02337-3). Millie must convince the townspeople to be brave and turn out the lights so that enchanting nighttime creatures will return, in this follow-up to Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden. Ages 4–8.
Over in the Mangroves by Jyoti Rajan Gopal, illus. by Dikshaa Pawaskar (July 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-0333-2), focuses on the interconnected animals of the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest straddling India and Bangladesh. Ages 4–8.
Ready, Set, Roll! by Alessandro Montagnana (May 6, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-5242-2). A crew of animal friends enjoy playing with a roll of toilet paper that’s been left behind in the woods. Ages 4–8.
Scary Shark: A Jaw-some Halloween by Mike Lowery (July 1, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-1078-1). Edgar and his best friend Lotta carve jack-o-lanternfish, hang magni-fish-ent decorations, and choose the scariest costumes they can think of to help Edgar prove he’s not a scaredy-catfish. Ages 4–8.
That’s Not Funny, David! by David Shannon (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-2318-7). David is determined to get laughs out of everyone—even from those who might not find his antics amusing. Ages 4–8.
To Catch a Ghost by Rachel Michelle Wilson (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-339-03195-8). The new girl at school is determined to stand out at show-and-tell by catching a ghost to bring in. Ages 4–8.
When I Grow Up I Want to Be Me by Sandra Magsamen (Apr. 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5461-4168-6) features girls from diverse backgrounds celebrating individuality and self-love. Ages 4–8.
You Make the World by Muon Thi Van, illus. by Huynh Kim Lien and Phung Nguyen Quang (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-338-82204-5), is an ode from a father to his young son about the inherent power the child holds within himself. Ages 4–8.
Scholastic/Push
Lover Birds by Leanne Egan (Feb. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5461-3805-1) is a queer enemies-to-lovers story featuring Elle, a girl with ADHD experiencing her first girl crush; and Darci, a posh, rich new girl in school who has her own reasons to be guarded. Ages 13–17.
Scribe/Scribble
My Name Is Jem by Olivia Muscat, illus. by Allison Colpoys (June 3, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-957363-55-4), introduces Jem, a lovable Labrador who has trained to become a fully qualified guide dog assisting a visually impaired person. Ages 3–7.
My Language Rights: A Child’s Right to Their Language by Judy Thompson, illus. by Tete Garcia (Mar. 4, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-964992-03-7), champions every child’s right to their own language and inspires readers to appreciate multilingualism and how it enriches our shared experiences and knowledge. Ages 3–8.
Series
Off to adds Off to the Nursery: A Celebration of Gardening, Plants and Seasons by Alice Oehr (Apr. 1, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-957363-96-7), ages 3–7.
Search
Comic Art Superheroes: Your Master Guide to Drawing Awesome Heroes, Villains and Monsters by Sam Hart (July 15, $23.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-80092-262-4) provides an introduction to creating dynamic, memorable comic book superheroes, supervillains, and monsters. Ages 12 and up.
Seven Stories/Triangle Square
Anarchy Explained to Children by José Antonio Emmanuel, illus. by Fábrica de Estampas (May 20, paper $17.95, ISBN 978-1-64421-449-7), includes the 1931 pamphlet, “Anarchy Explained to Children,” which provides a simple explanation of liberatory principles and how to put them into practice. Ages 5–9.
I Want You to Know by Mona Damluji, illus. by Ishtar Bäcklund (Mar. 18, $17.95, ISBN 978-1-64421-441-1). This poem opens a conversation for young readers about family bonds and the impact of war and displacement. Ages 6–9.
Human Rights by Yayo Herrero, illus. by Luis Demano, trans. by Martin J. Perazzo and Paul David Martin (Mar. 11, $22.95, ISBN 978-1-64421-400-8), features timelines, infographics, and biographies of those who fought and continue to fight for changes in human rights worldwide. Ages 9–12.
Shadow Mountain
You’re Beautiful by Mauli Junior Bonner and Chantel Bonner, illus. by Gigi Moore (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63993-390-7). After a girl faces hurtful comments about her brown skin, her parents soothe her with a cherished lullaby. Ages 4–7.
The Playmakers by Chad Morris and Shelly Brown (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-63993-383-9). When Jax and Nic get cut from the basketball team, and Luke doesn’t get cast in the school play, they form their own team of underdogs to prove that they’ve got what it takes to be noticed. Ages 8–12.
Wendy’s Ever After by Julie Wright (July 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63993-387-7). Wendy Darling’s past in Neverland collides with her future when she meets a mysterious stranger who reminds her of Peter Pan. Ages 14–18.
Series
Grimmworld huffs and puffs with The Big Bad Wolf by Michaelbrent Collings (Mar. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63993-380-8), ages 8–12. A Raven Gallows Mystery, following a curious girl who uses her budding skills as a mortician and a scientist to investigate a death in her small town, debuts with The Secret of Moonrise Manor by Stephanie Bearce (Feb. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63993-326-6), ages 8–12. And Tales of Newel and Doren by Brandon Mull, a new Fablehaven series starring satyrs Newel and Doren, kicks off with The Gorgon’s Fury (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-63993-379-2), ages 8–12.
Shambhala/Bala Kids
Wisdom Stories of Tibet by Laura Burges and Lama Chonam, illus. by Wen Hsu (Feb. 25, $19.95, ISBN 978-1-64547-156-1), presents 14 Tibetan Buddhist folktales offering a look into the lore and wisdom of Tibetan culture and tradition. Ages 6–9.
Silver Dolphin
Series
Story of adds The Story of Taylor Swift, illus. by Lindsey Sagar (Feb. 25, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6672-0898-5), ages up to 2.
Silver Sprocket
Bring Me the Head of Susan Lomond: A High School Story by Connor B. (Feb. 12, $11.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-88620-059-1) is a graphic novel debut centering a darkly humorous, queer enemies-to-something-more tale. Ages 12 and up.
Hourglass by Barbara Mazzi (Mar. 26, $15.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-88620-062-1) explores the dystopian divide of class difference, the strength of human connection, and what truly makes the heart tick. Ages 12 and up.
Simon & Schuster
All About Brains: A Book About People by Lake Bell, illus. by Rachel Katstaller (Apr. 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-0675-3), celebrates the beauty of neurodiversity and the many ways our different brains make us special. Ages 4–8.
Are You a Friend of Dorothy? The True Story of an Imaginary Woman and the Real People She Helped by Kyle Lukoff, illus. by Levi Hastings (Apr. 29, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3166-3), explains how queer people found community during a time when they had to keep their true selves secret. Ages 4–8.
Bouncing Bunnies! by Fiz Osborne, illus. by Tim Budgen (Feb. 4, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-7505-6), encourages children to get up, move, and have fun alongside a troupe of bunny characters. Ages 4–8.
The Dreams I’ll Dream Tonight by Sarah Ruhl, illus. by Sally Deng (July 22, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-5329-6). At bedtime, a child empowers themself to fight their nightmares with whimsical images of love and comfort. Ages 4–8.
Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan (Feb. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3815-0). Precocious Mabel, to the surprise of everyone in her family, loves Mondays the most. Ages 4–8.
Fierce Aunties! by Laurel Goodluck, illus. by Steph Littlebird (Apr. 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4896-8), invites all kids to connect with the fierce aunties in their lives. Ages 4–8.
The Keeper of Stories by Caroline Kusin Pritchard, illus. by Selina Alko (Feb. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-1497-0). A New York City neighborhood comes together in the wake of the Jewish Theological Seminary library fire of 1966 to save the stories within. Ages 4–8.
Monty and the Mushrooms by Dev Petty, illus. by Jared Chapman (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3259-2). A marmot’s peace and quiet gets disturbed by noisy mushroom neighbors. Ages 4–8.
Outside Mom, Inside Mom by Jane Park, illus. by Lenny Wen (Mar. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2950-9). A Korean American child must reconcile the outgoing, confident mother they see at home with the mother who is shy and reticent outside the house. Ages 4–8.
So Tortoise Dug by Emmy Kastner (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3135-9) follows a burrowing tortoise and her mouse best friend and burrowmate as they seek a new place to live after their home gets flooded. Ages 4–8.
Where Are You, Brontë? by Tomie dePaola, illus. by Barbara McClintock (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-1850-9). The late dePaola’s final completed book tells a personal story about overcoming his grief after the death of his dog. Ages 4–8.
The Zombees by Justin Colón, illus. by Kaly Quarles (July 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2250-0). A swarm of zombie bees invades an unsuspecting town on Halloween night. Ages 4–8.
Growing Home by Beth Ferry, illus. by Terry Fan and Eric Fan (May 27, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4248-5). A motley crew of talkative plants, a curious spider, and a grumpy goldfish use their newfound magical abilities to defend their family from a greedy human. Ages 6–9.
Aarzu All Around by Marzieh Abbas (July 29, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-7041-9) follows one Pakistani girl’s journey to pay for her sister’s medical treatments and prove that girls can play cricket just as well, or even better, than boys. Ages 8–12.
Ice Apprentices by Jacob North (Feb. 4, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6872-0). A magical apprentice in a land of ice and snow must unravel the reason behind the strange monsters attacking his fellow apprentices, or else suffer the tragic consequences. Ages 8–12.
The Six: The Untold Story of America’s First Women Astronauts (young readers ed.) by Loren Grush (Feb. 11, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-9704-7). This adaptation of the true story of America’s first female astronauts includes contributions from nearly all the living participants. Ages 8–12.
Storm Singer by Sarwat Chadda, illus. by Zijing Gao (Apr. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6244-5), centers 12-year-old orphaned spirit singer Nagis, who can control the elements with her song. Ages 8–12.
The Unfortunate Wishes of Nelly Young by Beth Garrod (Mar. 18, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5969-8). A middle school girl and her friends find their wishes coming true and their world turned upside down. Ages 8–12.
Who Is Amy Schneider? Questions on Growing Up, Being Curious, and Winning It Big on Jeopardy! by Amy Schneider (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3305-6) is an adaptation of the memoir from the most successful woman ever to compete on Jeopardy! who is blazing a trail for openly queer and transgender people around the world. Ages 8–12.
Fight to Win! Heroes of American Labor (young readers ed. of Fight Like Hell) by Kim Kelly (May 6, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3729-0) presents the revelatory history of the American labor movement. Ages 10–18.
Free Piano (Not Haunted) by Whitney Gardner (July 15, $13.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-3812-9). A young aspiring songwriter forms a ghostly partnership with the pop star who haunts her secondhand piano. Ages 10–18.
All Better Now by Neal Shusterman (Feb. 4, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-3275-8) is set in a world where happiness becomes contagious, and three teens get caught in a conspiracy to bring back discontent. Ages 12–18.
Always Be My Bibi by Priyanka Taslim (June 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-0113-0). A spoiled American teenager faces culture shock when she jets off to Bangladesh for her sister’s wedding—and may just fall in love herself. Ages 12–18.
Soulmatch by Rebecca Danzenbaker (July 29, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6370-1). In a world where past lives determine your future, a sharp-witted girl confronts a twist of destiny and is pulled into a high-stakes game of danger, corruption, and heartbreak. Ages 12–18.
This Book Might Be About Zinnia by Brittney Morris (July 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-0401-8) tells a story in two timelines as one teen searches for her biological mother in 2024 and the other copes with giving up her baby in 2006. Ages 12–18.
This Could Be Forever by Ebony LaDelle (May 20, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4867-8) follows a Black girl and Brown boy who find themselves—and each other—while pursuing their passions the summer before college. Ages 12–18.
The Beautiful Maddening by Shea Ernshaw (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-0027-0). Seventeen-year-old Lark tries to escape her family’s ancient love curse, which blooms with their enchanted tulips every year. Ages 14–18.
Call Your Boyfriend by Olivia A. Cole and Ashley Woodfolk (July 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6714-3). In this sapphic rom-com, two teens want revenge on the flaky popular girl they’re both crushing on. Ages 14–18.
Goodbye, My Princess by Fei Wo Si Cun (June 17, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-7104-1). The only thing more dangerous than a king is his heir in this romantic tragedy that inspired the popular TV series of the same name from one of China’s best-known authors of heartbreak. Ages 14–18.
Meet Me on Love Street by Farah Heron (June 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5757-1). Hopeless romantic Sana tries to save her quickly gentrifying neighborhood—and make her cynical partner in festival-planning believe in love—in this opposites-attract romance. Ages 14–18.
Solving for the Unknown by Loan Le (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-1715-5). Two Vietnamese Americans try to juggle the need to live up to family expectations with the desire to forge their own path forward in between college classes and falling in love. Ages 14–18.
Series
The Worst! gains Mermaids Are the Worst! by Alex Willan (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6259-9), ages 4–8. The Great Puptective is back on the case with Purranormal Activity by Alina Tysoe (Feb. 4, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3827-3), ages 6–9. Villains Academy by Ryan Hammond welcomes How to Win the Gruesome Games (Mar. 18, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5009-1), ages 7–12. Launching A Bea Bellerose Mystery by Jo Beckett-King, in which two cousins find cryptic clues and solve word puzzles in the search for their grandmother’s missing portrait, is The House of Found Objects (July 29, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6717-4), ages 8–12. Funjungle by Stuart Gibbs expands with All Ears (May 13, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5648-2), ages 8–12. Jazzy the Witch, a graphic novel series starring a young witch who struggles to fit in, takes off with Jazzy the Witch in Broom Doom by Jessixa Bagley (July 15, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2232-6), ages 8–12. Four seventh graders start a business helping local spirits pass on to the other side in Spirit Service by Sarena Nanua (Apr. 22, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5517-1), beginning a Spirit Service series, ages 8–12. Spy School the Graphic Novel continues with Spy Ski School the Graphic Novel by Stuart Gibbs, illus. by Anjan Sarkar (Mar. 4, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5660-4), ages 8–12. The Whisperwicks issues The Impossible Trials of Benjamiah Creek by Jordan Lees, illus. by Vivienne To (June 3, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5015-2), ages 8–12. Dragon Force by Katie Tsang and Kevin Tsang, about siblings attending a camp for aspiring dragon riders, debuts with Devourer’s Attack (June 10, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6253-7) and Infinity’s Secret (Mar. 25, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6250-6), ages 8–18. Once There Was by Kiyash Monsef builds with Bird of a Thousand Stories (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2853-3), ages 10–18. The Legendborn Cycle by Tracy Deonn rolls on with Oathbound (Mar. 4, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5190-6), ages 14–18. And the Powerless Trilogy by Lauren Roberts concludes with Fearless (Apr. 8, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5546-1), ages 14–18.
S&S/Aladdin
Story Spinners: A Sisterly Tale of Danger, a Princess, and Her Crew of Lady Pirates by Cassandra Federman (Mar. 18, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-1824-4). Two sisters put aside their differences to try and calm their baby sister with the best bedtime story ever, and prove to their parents—and each other—that they really can get along. Ages 7–10.
Dad Rock Dragon Quest by Joan Reardon (June 3, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6336-7). An awkward road trip with Zadie’s father and her mother’s new boyfriend leads to an epic quest to rescue a dragon from poachers. Ages 8–12.
Future Me Saves the World (and Ruins My Life) by Leah Cypess (June 3, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7964-1). A boy’s time-traveling older self gives him an impossible mission: convince his class to be nice to their substitute teacher or risk the fate of the world. Ages 8–12.
Letters to Misty by Misty Copeland (July 29, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-4303-7). Copeland, the first Black female American Ballet Theatre principal dancer, offers her advice to young readers based on letters from fans she’s received over the years. Ages 8–12.
The Night We Got Stuck in a Story by Ben Miller, illus. by Christopher Naylor (Apr. 22, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5112-8). Lana and her brother get caught up in a magical adventure while trying to save a beloved hollow tree. Ages 8–12.
The Secrets of Lovelace Academy by Marie Benedict and Courtney Sheinmel (Apr. 22, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5021-3). Lainey is plucked from a London orphanage to attend Lovelace Academy, a boarding school with ivy-covered walls that contains more mysteries than she can even imagine. Ages 8–12.
The Glade by Naseem Jamnia (May 27, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4980-4). Pina discovers that her summer camp hides a secret—a clearing in the deep woods called “The Glade,” which offers campers the ability to make their dreams come true, as well as their nightmares. Ages 9–13.
Tear This Down by Barbara Dee (Feb. 25, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-1767-4). Freya decides to speak out against a problematic historical hometown figure, even if it comes at a cost. Ages 9–13.
Meet Me at Wonderland by Julia DeVillers (May 20, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6424-1). Fourteen-year-old Coco has a summer job at her family’s amusement park, where she crushes on a coworker who’d rather be working anywhere else. Ages 10–18.
The Unforgettable Leta Lightning Laurel by R.L. Toalson (May 27, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5627-7). Leta, star of her school’s track team, struggles with food insecurity. Ages 10–18.
What If You Fall for Me First? by G.F. Miller (June 10, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6644-3). Sofia enlists a cool guy classmate to help her ditch her goody-two-shoes image, and they both get more than they bargained for in this middle grade rom-com. Ages 10–18.
Series
An Elvis & Romeo Book by Jacky Davis, illus. by David Soman, featuring the misadventures of two dogs who become unlikely friends, debuts with Elvis & Romeo (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4806-7), ages 4–8. My Mad Scientist Mom by Jarrett Lerner, about a boy who happens to have a mad scientist for a mother, kicks off with No More Mr. Mice Guy (July 1, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-4301-7) and Saved by the Smell (Mar. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-4298-0), ages 5–8. Quix serves up School for Magical Monsters: The Roar of Cerberus by Joan Holub and Suzanne Williams, illus. by Toby Allen (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-1776-6), ages 5–8.
Adventures in Fosterland by Hannah Shaw, illus. by Bev Johnson, continues with Fergie and Chouchou (Mar. 11, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-3642-2), ages 6–9. Mindy Kim makes her final appearance in Mindy Kim and the Fun Family Vacation by Lyla Lee, illus. by Dung Ho (Apr. 29, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-3584-5), ages 6–9. Willow’s Woods by Suzanne Selfors, illus. by Ramona Kaulitzki, greets Rosey Stink Badger (Apr. 15, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-4904-0), ages 6–9. Joining Junior Monster Scouts by Joe McGee, illus. by Ethan Long, is Castle of Schemes and Dreams (May 20, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5639-0), ages 7–10. Legendarios by Karla Arenas Valenti, illus. by Vanessa Morales, adds The Heron Princess (Apr. 1, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-3609-5), ages 7–10. Paige Proves It by Amy Marie Stadelmann picks up The Strange Sky (June 24, $11.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5344-5169-8), ages 7–10.
City Spies greets London Calling by James Ponti (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3250-9), ages 8–12. Gigi Shin takes a bite of the Big Apple with Gigi Shin, Live from Manhattan by Lyla Lee (Apr. 29, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3920-1), ages 8–12. The Incorruptibles by Lauren Magaziner (June 10, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6866-9), set in a world where select humans train to defeat the ruling sorcerers, kicks off a series of the same name, ages 8–12. Last Chance Academy by Debbi Michiko Florence, following 12-year-old Meg, who’s pulled into a mysterious treasure hunt at her boarding school, debuts with A Study in Secrets (Mar. 11, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5047-3), ages 8–12. The Legendary Mo Seto by A.Y. Chan moves along with Martial Arts Star (May 6, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3735-1), ages 8–12. The Little Vampire by Angela Sommer-Bodenburg, trans. by Ivanka T. Hahnenberger, gains The Little Vampire in Misery Valley (Mar. 25, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5344-9425-1), ages 8–12.
Maple’s Formula for Victory (Mar. 4, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4105-1) is the next Maple title by Kate McMillan and Ruthie Prillaman, ages 8–12. Phantom Stallion by Terri Farley issues Desert Dancer (Mar. 25, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-1649-3) and Golden Ghost (July 8, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-1652-3), ages 8–12. New to Rise. Risk. Remember. Incredible Stories of Courageous Black Women is Ida B. Wells by Erica Armstrong Dunbar and Candace Buford (Mar. 11, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-1982-1), ages 8–12. Team Awkward by Joy McCullough and Veeda Bybee, about four sixth graders who vow to ride out the highs and lows of middle school together, begins with Jojo vs. Middle School (Feb. 11, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5072-5) and Leah vs. Art (June 17, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5075-6) ages 8–12. The Underwild by Shana Targosz, following a girl lost in the Underworld, caught between the realms of the Living and the Dead, starts up with River of Spirits (Mar. 25, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5763-2), ages 8–12. The F.A.R.T. Diaries by Peter Bakalian wraps up with Out with a Bang (May 20, $13.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-5184-1), ages 9–13. Charlie Hernández takes a final bow in Charlie Hernández & the Hand of Darkness by Ryan Calejo (Apr. 22, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4294-2), ages 10–14. And Alone by Megan E. Freeman adds Away (Feb. 11, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5972-8), ages 10–18.
S&S/Atheneum
Can You Imagine? The Art and Life of Yoko Ono by Lisa Tolin, illus. by Yas Imamura (Feb. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-8778-9), spotlights this artist, musician, writer, and peace activist. Ages 4–8.
A Festa for Luana by Joana Pastro, illus. by Duda Oliva (May 27, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2479-5). A Brazilian-American girl navigates the concept of belonging when she celebrates the Brazilian Festa Junina festival with her family. Ages 4–8.
The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I.M. Pei by Jeanne Walker Harvey, illus. by Khoa Le (May 27, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5333-7), tells the story of renowned architect Pei, and his triumph in redesigning the Louvre through problem-solving and persistence. Ages 4–8.
The Monarch by Kirsten Hall, illus. by Isabelle Arsenault (May 13, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4342-0), depicts the inspiring journey of the monarch butterfly. Ages 4–8.
The Not-So-Sleepy Little Panda by David Walker (Feb. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4385-7) features a young panda that has trouble falling asleep. Ages 4–8.
Stalactite & Stalagmite: A Big Tale from a Little Cave by Drew Beckmeyer (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2663-8). Two little cave rock formations witness the entire history of the Earth. Ages 4–8.
Cousins in the Time of Magic by Emma Otheguy, illus. by Poly Bernatene (Feb. 25, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-1518-2). Three cousins get transported back to 1862 to play an important role in the Battle of Puebla, the reason we celebrate Cinco de Mayo today, in this timeslip fantasy-adventure. Ages 8–12.
Spelling It Out by Margaret Finnegan (May 13, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3011-6). Rising seventh-grader Ben visits his grandmother in San Francisco for a whirlwind summer of spelling bee training when he begins to suspect she has Alzheimer’s. Ages 8–12.
Please Pay Attention by Jamie Sumner (Apr. 15, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5607-9). After a school shooting, a girl with cerebral palsy navigates the aftermath of trauma in a world that wasn’t built for her. Ages 10–18.
Island Creatures by Margarita Engle (July 8, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5995-7). Childhood friends, once lost and now reconnected, bond over their fight to protect endangered animals. Ages 12–18.
All the Noise at Once by DeAndra Davis (Apr. 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5265-1). A Black autistic teen tries to figure out what happened the night his older brother was unjustly arrested. Ages 14–18.
Series
Cloud Puppy is back in Game On! by Kelly Leigh Miller (Mar. 4, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3215-8), ages 6–9. The Beetle Books by Aliza Layne offers Beetle & the Chimera Carnival (Apr. 29, $15.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-0747-7), ages 8–12. Girls Who Love Science by Jeannine Atkins welcomes Green Promises: Girls Who Loved the Earth (Feb. 11, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5057-2), ages 10–18. And Sisters of the Mud by Moses Ose Utomi presents Children of Useyi (Mar. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4991-0), ages 12–18.
S&S/Atheneum/Dlouhy
Nearly Exactly Almost Like Me by Jennifer Bradbury, illus. by Pearl AuYeung (Feb. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-4814-1767-9). A loyal big brother makes a case for why his adopted little brother is just like him when a pesky kid on the playground questions their physical differences. Ages 4–8.
This Year, a Witch! by Zoey Abbott (July 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5602-4). A feisty girl who is tired of her parents picking cutesy Halloween costumes for her plans to be the scariest thing around this year—a witch. Ages 4–8.
Rebellion 1776 by Laurie Halse Anderson (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-4169-6826-9) follows 13-year-old Elsbeth who is struggling to survive amid a smallpox epidemic, the public’s fear of inoculation, and the Revolutionary War. Ages 10–14.
Under the Fading Sky by Cynthia Kadohata (Apr. 22, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-5344-8239-5). A teen boy thinks his vaping habit is harmless until it becomes a crippling addiction. Ages 14–18.
S&S/Beach Lane
Abuelita’s Song by Gloria Amescua, illus. by Mariyah Rahman (May 20, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5751-9). This bilingual story celebrates family and the music that connects us all. Ages 4–8.
Alpacas Here, Alpacas There by Carrie Tillotson, illus. by Elisa Chavarri (Feb. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4202-7), is a nonfiction look at the lives of alpacas in both North and South America. Ages 4–8.
Can’t Stop Kissing That Baby by K.L. Going, illus. by Fiona Lee (Mar. 11, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-4424-3416-5). Mommas just can’t stop kissing their new babies in this joyful book. Ages 4–8.
Clara the Triumphant Rhinoceros: A True Story by Jane Kurtz, illus. by Claire Messer (Apr. 8, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-4814-6703-2), is based on the true story of how, in the late 1700s, Clara the rhinoceros showed the world that big animals aren’t scary beasts but noble and intelligent creatures. Ages 4–8.
Cows and Sheep and Chicks That Cheep: Farm Poems by Douglas Florian (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3774-0) features poems that put a humorous spin on farm life. Ages 4–8.
Giant Parsnip Soup by Daniela Sosa (May 13, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6196-7). A group of friends find a giant parsnip and set off to gather the rest of the ingredients, from one to 10, to make delicious soup together. Ages 4–8.
The Hare Who Wouldn’t Share by Steve Small (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-7293-2) tells a tale of unexpected friendship and the happiness that sharing can bring. Ages 4–8.
I Am Not Your Hat! by Lisa Bentley (Feb. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5536-2). The friendship between big bird Bert and small bird Dot hits a speed bump when Bert takes Dot for granted. Ages 4–8.
I, Rock: A Geology Tale by Katie Slivensky, illus. by Steph Stilwell (June 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4036-8). A proud four-billion-year-old rock tells his sensational, sometimes harrowing, sometimes humorous geological tale to a group of eager students. Ages 4–8.
Let’s Monster Up! by Cyndi Marko (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3893-8). A little monster faces his fears while helping his friend look for her missing pet. Ages 4–8.
Living Bridges: The Hidden World of India’s Woven Trees by Sandhya Acharya, illus. by Avani Dwivedi (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5029-9). A child learns how to care for and weave the roots of the living tree bridges in his village in India in this nonfiction story. Ages 4–8.
Maybe Just Ask Me! by Katie Mazeika (Apr. 22, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4989-7). On the first day at her new school, Masie wishes that the kids would ask her about her disability instead of wondering about it, or starting wild rumors. Ages 4–8.
Meet the Mini-Mammals: A Night at the Natural History Museum by Melissa Stewart, illus. by Brian Lies (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4716-9), introduces some of the world’s smallest mini-mammals, depicted at their real-life size. Ages 4–8.
Not a Spot to Spot: The True Story of Kipekee, the Giraffe Born Without Spots by Elizabeth Weiss Verdick, illus. by Zoe Waring (July 22, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6202-5), centers on the rare, reticulated giraffe born without spots at a Tennessee zoo and how she captured hearts around the world. Ages 4–8.
A Scrub in the Tub by Jan Thomas (June 3, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-7296-3). A smelly Pig does not want to take a bath... until his friends help him see the perks of getting clean. Ages 4–8.
Shell Song: Based on a True Family Story by Sharon Fujimoto-Johnson (Apr. 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3867-9) tells the story of the author’s grandfather, who found a way to collect and label tiny seashells while he was in a Japanese American prison camp in Hawai’i during World War II. Ages 4–8.
Signs of Friendship by Annie Silvestro, illus. by Ziyue Chen (Mar. 25, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4169-3). Two girls, one deaf and one hearing, grow a garden and make room for a new friend. Ages 4–8.
This Moment Is Special: A Día de Muertos Story (Day of the Dead) by John Parra (July 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4824-1). A single day in a boy’s life is filled with family, love, and inspiration as he prepares for the Día de Muertos celebration and remembers that all moments are special. Ages 4–8.
Trusty Bus by Elizabeth Weiss Verdick, illus. by Jeff Harter (June 24, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4849-4). A bustling school bus and bus driver duo take care of their beloved riders each day. Ages 4–8.
Where the Deer Slip Through by Katey Howes, illus. by Beth Krommes (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-1827-5). Throughout the course of a summer day, a host of animals find their way through a gap in the hedge, bringing the farm to life in this cumulative tale. Ages 4–8.
Who Meows? A Book of Animal Sounds by Robin Page (May 27, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5956-8). Readers discover the noises that different animals make via an interactive question-and-answer text. Ages 4–8.
The Woman Behind the Magic: How Lillian B. Disney Shaped the Disney Legacy by Brittany Richman, illus. by Joanie Stone (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6274-2), reveals how cartoon artist and innovator Lillian Bounds Disney helped shape the Disney legacy. Ages 4–8.
Wonderfully Wild: Rewilding a School and Community by Jessica Stremer, illus. by Josée Masse (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5816-5), follows a classroom of children on their quest to grow new trees from the clippings of a fallen willow tree, and to rewild their schoolyard. Ages 4–8.
Woods & Words: The Story of Poet Mary Oliver by Sara Holly Ackerman, illus. by Naoko Stoop (Apr. 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2185-5), shines a light on Oliver’s belief that there are treasures and poems all around us in nature waiting to be discovered. Ages 4–8.
Benny on the Case by Wesley King (Apr. 15, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3769-6). A boy with Mosaic Down syndrome navigates entering a mainstream classroom, making new friends, and standing up to bullies while trying to catch a thief and save his home in this middle grade mystery. Ages 8–12.
Series
Bat, Cat & Rat by Ame Dyckman, illus. by Mark Teague, grows with The Beach Day: Three-and-a-Half Stories (Apr. 29, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5742-7) and A Great Fall (July 15, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5744-1), ages 4–8. The Bitsy Bat Series by Kaz Windness issues Bitsy Bat, Team Star (Feb. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4755-8), ages 4–8. Chicka Chicka Tricka Treat by Julien Chung (July 15, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5478-5) is the newest A Chicka Chicka Book. ages 4–8. The Peas Series by Keith Baker picks up Hap-Pea Easter (Feb. 4, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4024-5) and Hap-Pea Halloween (July 15, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4026-9), ages 4–8. And Tiny Habitats by Amy Hevron builds with Poo Pile on the Prairie (Feb. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3502-9), ages 4–8.
S&S/Little Simon
Breathe In, Breathe Out: A Calming Sensory Book by Dori Elys, illus. by Laura Roode (Apr. 22, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7482-0), introduces the concept of finding your zen, keeping calm, and taking deep breaths with the aid of touch-and-feels on every page. Ages up to 3.
Bunny’s Easter Basket by Danna Smith, illus. by Kathryn Selbert (Feb. 4, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-5196-8). Bunny hides eggs for all her forest friends—with a surprise for readers at the end. Ages up to 3.
I’m Your School Bus by Hannah Eliot, illus. by Belinda Chen (June 24, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-5197-5). A friendly school bus follows its route—picking up pals, dropping students at school, and returning home at the end of a fun day. Ages up to 3.
This Little Monster: A Spooky Nursery Rhyme by Dori Elys, illus. by Kathryn Selbert (July 15, $6.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7316-8), puts a Halloween-themed twist on the “This Little Piggy” nursery rhyme. Ages up to 3.
What’s Inside the Suitcase? by Hannah Eliot, illus. by Lizzy Doyle (May 6, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7491-2), asks readers to guess where each animal is going based on what they’ve packed in their suitcase. Ages up to 3.
You Are My Rainbow by Michael Joosten, illus. by Monge Lua (May 6, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7501-8). Via a rainbow of colors, this book celebrates pride in one’s family and in oneself. Ages up to 3.
One Happy Haunted House by Jeffrey Burton, illus. by Neil Clark (July 15, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7346-5), is a shaped haunted house filled with surprises that slide out when the reader tilts the book. Ages 1–4.
In the Easter Egg Workshop by Joel Stern, illus. by Nancy Leschnikoff (Feb. 4, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-6658-0). This springtime pop-up explores how Easter baskets get filled with colorful treats. Ages 3–5.
Into the Deep Blue Sea by Joel Stern, illus. by Vivian Mineker (May 13, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7167-6), takes readers on a pop-up underwater adventure. Ages 3–5.
Spring Blooms by Dori Elys, illus. by Fiona Dulieu (Feb. 18, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7236-9), is a springtime interactive board book with shaped sliding tabs and diecuts. Ages 3–5.
Series
My First Book offers This Is My World: A High-Contrast Touch-and-Feel Book by Dori Eliot, illus. by Emily Spikings (June 3, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7151-5), ages up to 3. A Chicka Chicka Book by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, illus. by Julien Chung, greets Chicka Chicka I Love Dad (Mar. 11, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6685-6) and Chicka Chicka I Love Mom (Mar. 11, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6683-2), ages up to 3. Once Upon a World adds Sleeping Beauty by Dori Eliot, illus. by Netsanet Tesfay (May 20, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7422-6), ages 2–4. New to The Adventures of Sophie Mouse by Poppy Green, illus. by Jennifer A. Bell, is Sunflower Hour (June 3, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7054-9), ages 5–9. Critter Club by Callie Barkley, illus. by Marsha Riti, greets Amy Looks Before She Leaps (Mar. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6360-2), ages 5–9. Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol by Andres Miedoso, illus. by Victor Rivas, adds Double Creature Feature (July 15, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6669-6) and Night Night, Sweet Screams (Apr. 1, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6666-5), ages 5–9. Restless Ruins by Jordan Quinn, illus. by Glass House Graphics (July 29, $11.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6617-7) is the newest Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly title, ages 5–9.
Good Dog by Cam Higgins, illus. by Ariel Landy, issues How to Spy a Spy (June 10, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7428-8) and This Little Pup Went to the Market (Mar. 11, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6045-8), ages 5–9. Henry Heckelbeck returns in Henry Heckelbeck and the Not-So-Dark Day by Wanda Coven, illus. by Priscilla Burris (June 17, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6296-4), ages 5–9. Joining Isla of Adventure by Dela Costa, illus. by Ana Sebastián, is Through the Storm (May 13, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5042-8), ages 5–9. Itty Bitty Princess Kitty by Melody Mews, illus. by Ellen Stubbings, struts along with The Kitty-Catwalk (Feb. 25, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-5330-6), ages 5–9. The Kingdom of Wrenly by Jordan Quinn, illus. by Robert McPhillips, continues with Guardian of the Sea (July 8, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7319-9), ages 5–9. Lucy Lancaster features in Lucy Lancaster Is Totally in Control by Willow Coven, illus. by Priscilla Burris (May 6, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6402-9), ages 5–9. Ratnip by Cam Higgins, illus. by Allison Steinfeld, following a rat’s adventures in the City, launches with I’m No Scaredy-Rat (July 29, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6354-1) and Lost and Found in the City (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6345-9), ages 5–9. And The Very Worst Ever by Andy Nonamus, illus. by Amy Jindra, gains Backstage Fright (Feb. 4, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6421-0) and Flushed Away Water Park: Field Trip Edition (May 20, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7353-3), ages 5–9.
S&S/McElderry
Are We There Yet? The First Road Trip Across the USA by Stacy McAnulty, illus. by Elizabeth Baddeley (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3747-4), follows Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson on the first roadtrip across America in 1903 after he bets $50 that he can drive a horseless carriage (a car) from California to New York in less than three months. Ages 4–8.
Best Buds by Becky Scharnhorst, illus. by Jiarui Jiang (July 8, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6093-9). When Spencer moves to a new town, he instantly befriends a variety of plants. Ages 4–8.
Firefly Song: Lynn Frierson Faust and the Great Smoky Mountain Discovery by Colleen Paeff, illus. by Ji-Hyuk Kim (June 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3184-7). Faust sets out to prove to scientists that the fireflies she had watched as a girl put on dazzling and impossibly synchronous nighttime performances. Ages 4–8.
The Art of Exile by Andrea Max (May 13, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5984-1). A teen girl infiltrates a secret school for the descendants of exiled Renaissance masters to steal their long-lost arts and sciences. Ages 14–18.
Love at Second Sight by F.T. Lukens (Apr. 29, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5094-7). When Cam has an unexpected vision about the murder of a teen girl, he must juggle newfound interest from the supernatural community and prevent the murder from happening. Ages 14–18.
A Mastery of Monsters by Liselle Sambury (June 3, $22.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5736-6). When her brother goes missing, 18-year-old August passes a series of dangerous initiation rituals to join a secret society that might have had a hand in his disappearance. Ages 14–18.
Steel & Spellfire by Laura E. Weymouth (July 22, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5975-9). A powerful mage posing as a debutante during the court social season works with a member of the Royal Guard to catch a killer with powers much like her own. Ages 14–18.
The Tournament by Rebecca Barrow (June 17, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3230-1). Three girls with entangled pasts compete for glory in their private school’s annual tournament, putting their survival skills and their relationships to the test. Ages 14–18.
A Treachery of Swans by A.B. Poranek (July 29, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3650-7). This fantasy inspired by Swan Lake follows Odile, who steals a young woman’s identity to infiltrate the palace and restore magic to her kingdom—but soon finds herself embroiled in a murder investigation. Ages 14–18.
Series
The Bear Books by Karma Wilson, illus. by Jane Chapman, grows with Bear Feels Sad (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3657-6), ages 2–4. Fluffy McWhiskers takes center stage with Fluffy McWhiskers Crunchazaur Kaboom by Stephen W. Martin, illus. by Dan Tavis (June 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5612-3), ages 4–8. New to It’s Almost Time For... by Maisha Oso, illus. by Tom Knight, is It’s Almost Time for... Halloween! (July 15, $10.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-8012-8), ages 4–8. The Cranky-Verse (Feb. 4, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-5129-6) joins Cranky Chicken by Katherine Battersby, ages 6–9. Squirlish adds Central Park Ghost by Ellen Potter, illus. by Sara Cristofori (Mar. 25, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-2680-5), ages 6–9. The House at the Edge of Magic (Mar. 18, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7186-7) and The Tower at the End of Time (June 17, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7189-8) launch The House at the Edge of Magic series by Amy Sparkes, illus. by Ben Mantle, in which an orphan girl must save the inhabitants of a magical house, ages 8–12. The Web of the Spider by Michael P. Spradlin rolls on with Threat of the Spider (June 24, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-4724-4), ages 8–12. The Revenant Games by Margie Fuston picks up The Hallow Hunt (Mar. 18, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3444-2), ages 14–18. And Waxways by Scott Reintgen concludes with A Burning in the Bones (Feb. 4, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3049-9), ages 14–18.
S&S/Millner
At Night, They Danced by Victoria Scott-Miller, illus. by Toni D. Chambers (Mar. 4, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-2781-9). Brothers Langston and Emerson investigate why their parents are spending their date night at home. Ages 4–8.
The Blue Velvet Chair by Rio Cortez, illus. by Aaron Marin (July 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-1259-4). A girl contemplates the passing of time and the changing of the seasons as she looks out on the world from her favorite chair. Ages 4–8.
A Century for Caroline by Kaija Langley, illus. by TeMika Grooms (May 6, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3472-5). On the day of her great-grandmother’s 100th birthday, a girl sets out to find the secret to how the family matriarch managed to grow so old. Ages 4–8.
Series
The Bold Words Series presents Bold Words from Black Men: Insights and Reflections from 50 Notable Trailblazers Who Influenced the World by Tamara Pizzoli, illus. by Ngabo D. Cesar “El’Cesart” (Apr. 8, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-3064-2), ages 8–18.
S&S/MTV Books
Till Death by Kellan McDaniel (Mar. 18, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-4907-1). Two gay men—one young, one an ageless vampire—sink their teeth into reclaiming their lives and identities from those who would silence them. Ages 14–18.
S&S/Simon Spotlight
Series
Cocomelon welcomes Hooray for Pizza! by Tina Gallo (May 6, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7173-7), ages up to 5; and My Class Is Awesome! by Natalie Shaw (June 24, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7093-8), ages 1–4. DreamWorks Not Quite Narwhal adds Land and Sea Discoveries! by Patty Michaels (May 6, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7408-0), ages up to 5. Dinosaur Roar! stomps along with The Tyrannosaurus Rex by Peter Curtis and Jeanne Willis (May 6, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7269-7) and What Dinosaur Am I? by Peter Curtis (Apr. 15, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-6604-7), ages up to 7. Peanuts picks up Happiness Is Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz, illus. by Robert Pope (May 6, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-7211-6), ages up to 6 ; Angelina Ballerina puts on a new tutu for Angelina Ballerina Steps into Ballet by Katharine Holabird, illus. by Helen Craig (May 6, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7334-2), ages 1–4. Moving into Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood is Treats for Daniel by Michaels, illus. by Jason Fruchter (July 15, $7.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7213-0), ages 1–5; and Safe Splashing! by Haley Hoffman, illus. by Jason Fruchter (May 6, $4.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7222-2), ages 3–7. And DreamWorks Mighty Monsterwheelies, tying into the DreamWorks animated show on Netflix, revs up with Let’s Motor! by Maggie Testa (May 6, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-6659-7123-2), ages 2–6.
Ready-to-Read Ready-to-Go! welcomes Cocomelon: Time to Play Soccer! by Gloria Cruz (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7049-5), ages 3–5. Ready-to-Read Pre-Level 1 rolls out Captain Cat: Captain Cat Flies South by Emma J. Virjan (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7076-1), DreamWorks Not Quite Narwhal: The Nervous Narwhal by Maria Le (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7118-8), Mighty Monsterwheelies: Kick It into High Gear! by Cruz (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7024-2), ages 3–5. And DreamWorks Not Quite Narwhal serves up Tacos for Everyone! by Testa (May 6, $4.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7215-4), ages 3–7.
New Ready-to-Read Level 1 titles include Dinosaur Roar! Squeak Seeks! by Peter Curtis and Patty Michaels (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7175-1), Fairies Welcome: The Fairy Fashion Show (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-4111-2) and Fairies Welcome: A Fairy Finds Her Song (Feb. 11, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-4114-3) by Bea Jackson; Squid in Pants by Kaz Windness (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-4429-8), The Tunneler Tunnels in the Tunnel by Michael Rex (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6209-4), and Dinosaur Roar! Dinosaur Friends! by Peter Curtis and Patty Michaels (Apr. 15, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6453-1), ages 4–6.
Transformers: Earthspark ramps up with Hashtag Danger! by Ryder Windham, illus. by Patrick Spaziante (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7178-2), ages 4–8. The latest Ready-to-Read Level 2 offerings include Junior Monster Scouts: Pumpkin Party by Joe McGee, illus. by Ethan Long (July 15, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7020-4), Mouse and Spoon: The Elephant’s Birthday (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6215-5) and Mouse and Spoon: Owlets and Tarts (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6218-6), about three determined mice who run a bakery, by Cynthia Rylant, illus. by Janna Mattia; and Smoosh’s Super-Duper-Fun Day by Michael Slack (May 6, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6290-2), ages 5–7.
Cupcake Diaries: The New Batch by Coco Simon, illus. by Manuela Lopez, whips up Emily’s Cupcake Chaos! (May 6, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7128-7), ages 5–9. Marvel After-School Heroes flies along with Shuri Takes Control by Terrance Crawford, illus. by Dave Bardin (Apr. 29, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6376-3), ages 5–9. Cupcake Diaries: The Graphic Novel by Simon, illus. by Glass House Graphics, gains Emma All Stirred Up! (May 6, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-6560-6), ages 8–12. Middle School and Other Disasters by Wanda Coven, illus. by Anna Abramskaya, welcomes Worst Wish Ever! (Mar. 4, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-6659-6414-2), ages 8–12. And Spotlight Sprinkles, a new tween middle grade rom-com series, debuts with Meet Me at Sunset (May 6, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7133-1) and Written in the Stars (May 6, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6659-7136-2) by Lee Heart, ages 8–12.
Skybound
Transformers: Worst Bot Ever: Meet Ballpoint by Brian “Smitty” Smith and Marz Jr. (July 22, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5343-2558-6), follows the misadventures of Ballpoint, the littlest and most ineffective Decepticon, who has big dreams of taking down the Autobots. Ages 8–12.
Sleeping Bear
Some Bunny Loves You by Helen Foster James, illus. by Petra Brown (Jan. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1298-8). A parent and child bunny pair spend a festive day together before exchanging their own Valentines and snuggling in for a goodnight cuddle at home. Ages up to 4.
The Bakers Dozen by Amy Moore, illus. by Andrea Stegmaier (May 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1302-2). The 12 pastry chefs at the Bakers Dozen bakery run things like clockwork, but then a new chef shows up looking for a spot on the team, and with a tempting treat. Ages 4–8.
The Beat of the Dragon Boat by Christina Matula, illus. by Nicole Wong (Apr., $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1320-6). A boy learns about the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival and his Chinese culture when he attends his first dragon boat race with his grandfather. Ages 4–8.
Brave Old Blue by Colleen Muske, illus. by Christopher Thornock (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1321-3). An old horse arrives at a rescue farm, hoping to find his forever home. Ages 4–8.
Goose Egg Island by Julia Richardson, illus. by Meneka Repka (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1318-3), provides readers a glimpse into the life cycle of Canada geese. Ages 4–8.
I Want to Dance in Pants by Jess and Ruymán Hernandez, illus. by Teresa Martinez (Mar. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1327-5). A girl who hates dresses is pushed to go dress shopping for her cousin’s quinceañera but finds a sparkly tuxedo pantsuit she loves instead. Ages 4–8.
Oh Deer! by Phaea Crede, illus. by Erica J. Chen (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1339-8). When an introverted sasquatch’s turnip garden is besieged by deer, he comes up with wacky ways to keep them out. Ages 4–8.
Pine Cone Regrown: How One Species Thrives After Fire by Elisa Boxer, illus. by Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell (Mar. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1296-4), introduces readers to one of the serotinous tree species that can only grow anew when the seeds face fire. Ages 4–8.
Seasons on the Farm by Chelsea Tornetto, illus. by Karen Bunting (Mar. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1306-0), depicts what spring, summer, fall, and winter look like on a family farm. Ages 4–8.
Tallulah the Mermaid and the Great Lakes Pledge by Denise Brennan-Nelson, illus. by Brooke O’Neill (Mar. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1317-6). When Tallulah the mermaid rescues Maya and Finn from rough waters in the lake, she makes the kids honorary Great Lakes Mermaids—something readers can become as well. Ages 4–8.
This Is the Crew That Builds Our School by Sherry Fellores, illus. by Sam Caldwell (Mar. 15, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1319-0). From construction workers to tradespeople, everyone pitches in to build a new school. Ages 4–8.
Today My Brain Is a Dinosaur by Kyla and Jedidiah Mora, illus. by Mette Engell (Mar. 15, $18.99, ISBN978-1-5341-1354-1), One boy tries his hardest to do what is expected of him, but his brain refuses to cooperate in this look at what life can feel like for kids with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent traits. Ages 4–8.
When Night Comes Calling by Cynthia Schumerth, illus. by Sheryl Murray (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1336-7). A pair of siblings head out on a nighttime hike and experience some of the wonders of the nocturnal natural world. Ages 4–8.
Yasi and Mina’s Pomegranate Tree by Nikoo Yahyazadeh, illus. by Serineh Eliasian (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1323-7). Two friends living through the 1980–1988 Iran-Iraq war must come to terms with parting as one leaves Tehran for America. Ages 4–8.
Big Boy 4014 and the Steam Team: The World’s Largest Steam Engine Roars Back to Life! by Marsha Diane Arnold, illus. by Adam Gustavson (May 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1314-5), spotlights the six-year restoration of Big Boy 4014, the world’s largest steam locomotive, in time for the 150th Golden Spike anniversary in 2019. Ages 6–10.
No One Told Sandra Day O’Connor What to Do: The First Woman to Serve on the United States Supreme Court by Molly Golden, illus. by Julia Breckenreid (May 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5341-1326-8), traces the life and work of O’Connor from her Arizona childhood to her trailblazing role as the first woman in U.S. history to serve as a Supreme Court Justice. Ages 6–10.
Soaring Kite
All by Myself: (But Sometimes I Need a Little Help!) by Elizabeth Everett, illus. by Shelley Hanmo (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-958372-72-2). A child boasts about all the new things they can do, while recognizing that sometimes asking for help is okay. Ages 3–8.
The Fearless Storyteller by Cassie Silva, illus. by Ana Zurita (Apr. 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-958372-77-7). A girl helps her ESL parent overcome his fears of reading bedtime stories. Ages 4–9.
Saif’s Special Patches by Humera Malik, illus. by Ravan Sader (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-958372-67-8). Comforted by a patchwork quilt made of his special memories, Saif learns that he is much more than his shyness. Ages 4–9.
Faiza Is a Fighter by Debasmita Dasgupta (May 6, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-958372-82-1). In hilly northern India, Faiza overcomes geographic obstacles and bullying to achieve her goal of winning the biggest boxing tournament in town. Ages 9–14.
Soho Teen
Sunlight Playing Over a Mountain by Selina Li Bi (Apr. 1, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-64129-648-9). Jasmine, a Chinese-Filipino teenager with an erratic home life, has her world upended as she embarks on a cross-country journey to the West Coast to learn the truth about her family. Ages 14–18.
This Side of Falling by Eunice Chan (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-64129-517-8). Chinese American teen Nina grapples with the death of her first love by suicide while still trying to maintain her family’s successful and wholesome image in their tight-knit California community. Ages 14–18.
Sourcebooks
Series
Isle of Ever by Jen Calonita (Mar. 25, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-7703-5), ages 10–13, launches a series of the same name, in which 12-year-old Benny will inherit a mysterious fortune if she can break a centuries-old curse. Eek! adds Finders Keepers by Jeff Strand (Apr. 1, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-3185-8; $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-3186-5), ages 10–14.
Sourcebooks Explore
A Thank You Letter to My Homeschool by Deb Adamson, illus. by Airin O’Callaghan (Apr. 1, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-1618-3). A homeschooled child thanks his school for everything it offers, from indoor inventions to outdoor adventures, and from finding new friends to puzzling out problems. Ages 4–8.
Wait ’Til You’re Older by Maria Marianayagam, illus. by Irina Avgustinovich (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-7123-1). When her brother says he won’t let her play with his toys until she’s older, Reha tries to build a time machine. Ages 4–8.
What Fish Are Saying: Strange Sounds in the Ocean by Kirsten Pendreigh, illus. by Katie Melrose (June 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-1896-5), explores how fish and shellfish communicate through sound. Ages 4–8.
Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead by Brooke Hartman, illus. by María García (Apr. 1, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-8529-0), features animals that appear cute and harmless but actually have killer adaptations. Ages 6–8.
52 More Stories of Fearless Daredevils, Adventurers, and Rebels (Women Who Dared #2) by Linda Skeers, illus. by Livi Gosling (July 8, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9778-1). Short biographies feature women throughout history who have risked their lives for adventure. Ages 8–14.
Down Syndrome Out Loud: 20+ True Stories to Change Your Mind About Disability by Melissa Hart, illus. by Maria Perera (June 3, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-1669-5). This illustrated biography collection introduces more than 20 people with Down syndrome who have accomplished amazing things in their lives. Ages 8–14.
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My First Learn-to-Talk Books expands with I Can Say Moo! by Stephanie Cohen, illus. by Lindsay Dale-Scott (Apr. 1, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-7282-9158-1), ages up to 3. Digging for Dinosaurs by June Smalls, illus. by Grace Habib, kicks off with Digging for Dinosaurs (July 1, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-7282-9658-6) and Digging for Dinosaurs at the Beach (July 1, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-7282-9661-6), ages up to 4. And Fearless Firsts raises the curtain on Artists Who Changed Entertainment by James Buckley Jr., illus. by Steffi Walthall and Ellen Labrecque (May 6, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-7509-3), ages 8–14.
Sourcebooks Fire
After We Burned by Marieke Nijkamp (July 1, $18.99, ISBN 978172829120). Five teens each hold a piece of the truth about what happened the night that their high school burned and a classmate died. Ages 14–18.
A First Time for Everything by K.L. Walther (May 6, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-4526-8). Hoping to bond with her future sister-in-law, Madeline agrees to be set up on multiple blind dates to find a plus-one to her brother’s wedding. Ages 14–18.
Murder Land by Carlyn Greenwald (May 6, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-2654-0). A teen ride operator sets out to prove her innocence when a coworker mysteriously dies on her ride during the preview night of a new theme park. Ages 14–18.
Nobody Needs to Know by David Bell (June 3, $13.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-7282-5423-4). Shy high school student Noah starts taking risks when the new kid in town takes him under his wing and convinces him to race in the Midnight Driving Club. Ages 14–18.
Now She’s Dead by Roselyn Clarke (June 3, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-2348-8). Last summer, Sara was found dead by the lake, and only Mandy knows what really happened. This summer, Mandy is desperate to keep it a secret. Ages 14–18.
The Payback Girls by Alex Travis (Apr. 1, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-1771-5). When the school’s basketball star is assaulted and left for dead, his three jilted exes are the prime suspects. The rival girls work together to clear their names before someone else is murdered. Ages 14–18.
This Is Where We Die by Cindy R.X. He (July 1, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-7282-9342-4). Eight friends went on a trip, but only six made it out alive. Now a killer has one night to make sure the survivors pay for what they did. Ages 14–18.
We Were Warned by Chelsea Ichaso (Mar. 4, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-7282-9970-9). When two of her classmates die mysteriously after exploring the ruins of an abandoned resort, a high school senior searches for connections to a murder that happened there years ago, uncovering dark clues and putting her own life on the line. Ages 14–18.
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My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak continues with My Return to the Walter Boys (Apr. 15, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-3022-6), ages 14–18. And Throne of Khetara by Michelle Jabès Corpora, a trilogy blending romance, magic, adventure, and horror in ancient Egypt, debuts with His Face Is the Sun (May 6, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-2458-4), ages 14–18.
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Don’t Disturb the Pirate! by Rhiannon Findlay, illus. by Siân Roberts (May 1, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-2749-3). A boy searches for his missing puppy on a tropical island plagued by pirates. Ages 3–6.
Is That My Hat? by Kevin Payne (Apr. 1, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-7798-1). Mole struggles to find the perfect hat, which may be the one he makes for himself. Ages 3–6.
Oh No! Dinosaurs in My School by Timothy Knapman, illus. by Sarah Warburton (July 1, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9094-2). A boy discovers dinosaurs have overrun his school, but no one else can see them. Ages 4–7.
Surprise Dinosaur! by Lucas Klauss, illus. by Mike Moran (Apr. 1, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9091-1). T. Rex loves to surprise people, and doesn’t realize that not everyone enjoys his approach. Ages 4–7.
Axolotl and Axolittle by Jess Hitchman, illus. by Sarah Rebar (July 1, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-3790-4). Axolotl and her younger brother Axolittle are total opposites, and need to find a way to get along. Ages 4–8.
Dinosaur Day by Diana Murray, illus. by Luke Flowers (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-8538-2). As Dinosaurs celebrate Dinosaur Day with singing, stomping, and food, a duckling unexpectedly hatches into the festivities. Ages 4–8.
Thank You God, Good Night by Marianne Richmond, illus. by Dubravka Kolanovic (Feb. 4, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-4642-1941-2). Baby animals thank God before going to sleep. Ages 4–8.
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New to A Squirrel & Bird Book by Alice Hemming, illus. by Nicola Slater, is The Flower Thief (May 6, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-3950-2), ages 4–8.
Sourcebooks Wonderland
My Calm Down Book by Rose Rossner, illus. by Amanda Morrow (May 6, $24.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-4642-2156-9). Each spread uses a different sensory tool to help the reader regulate their emotions so they can develop a sense of calm. Ages 4–8.
Today Is a Wacky Wow, Squiggle Giggle, Noodle Caboodle Day! by Layla Sutton, illus. by Kenneth Anderson (Feb. 4, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-2289-4). A child wakes up excited to start the day, which is filled with silly antics that highlight how each new day comes with a chance for adventure, friends, and fun. Ages 4–8.
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The latest How to Catch offerings are My First How to Catch a Mermaid by Alice Walstead, illus. by Anna Clark and Daniel Clark (May 1, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-7282-9898-6), ages up to 3; How to Catch a Babysaurus (July 8, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9309-7) and How to Catch an Invisible Bad Guy (Mar. 11, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9306-6) by Alice Walstead, illus. by Andy Elkerton, ages 4–10. Punderland by Rose Rossner picks up Happy Birthday, Babycakes! (July 1, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-4642-2056-2), illus. by Kathrin Fehrl, ages up to 3; and Thanks a Latte for Being My Teacher! by Rose Rossner, illus. by Emily Emerson (Mar. 4, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-2053-1), ages 3–7. Goodnight gains Goodnight Astronaut by Michelle Robinson, illus. by Nick East (Mar. 4, $8.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-3877-2), ages 1–4. Sesame Street Scribbles grows with Elmo’s Day at the Beach by Sesame Workshop, illus. by Barry Goldberg (May 6, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9765-1) and I Love My Daddy This Much! by Sesame Workshop and Erin Guendelsberger, illus. by Barry Goldberg (Mar. 4, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9481-0), ages 3–7. And new How to Catch Graphic Novels by Walstead, illus. by Scott Soeder and Josh Lewis, include How to Catch a Mermaid (Apr. 8, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9318-9) and How to Catch the Easter Bunny (Feb. 11, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9315-8), ages 6–9.
Sourcebooks/Bloom
Write Me for You by Tillie Cole (July 29, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-7282-9710-1) is a YA romance filled with grief and hope. Ages 14–18.
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The four-volume Fallen Academy series by Leia Stone, blending romantasy and dark academia, debuts with Year One (Mar. 18, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-1892-7) and Year Two (Apr. 15, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-1893-4), ages 14–18. Frost Lake High by Rebecca Jenshak, a YA romance series that follows Frost Lake High School’s champion soccer team, begins with Playing with Forever (June 24, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-3064-6), ages 14–18. And Tell Me Softly (June 10, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-3427-9) leads off the Tell Me series by Mercedes Ron, in which Kamila is caught betweeen the two Di Bianco brothers after they burst back into her life, ages 14–18.
Sourcebooks/Duopress
Bug Snacks: Why Eating Bugs Is Kind to the Planet by Jess French, illus. by Zoë Ingram (May 6, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4642-2093-7), explores the world of insect-based foods, their environmental benefits, and cultural significance. Ages 4–8.
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Little Egg Books, illus. by Kat Uno, launches with An Eggcellent Book of Kindness (Mar. 25, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-4642-2573-4), ages up to 4. Terra Babies on the Go by Stephanie Puglisi and Jeremy Puglisi, illus. by Ekaterina Trukhan, grabs the trail mix for My First Book of Camping (May 6, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-4642-2566-6) and My First Book of Hiking (May 6, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-4642-2569-7), ages up to 4. And Holiday ABCs welcomes The Juneteenth Alphabet by Andrea Underwood Petifer, illus. by Ana Latese (Apr. 1, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-4642-1901-6), ages 3–6.
Star Bright
The Little Lobster by W. Thomas Hotz, illus. by Estelle Corke (May 13, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-64909-080-5; paper, $7.99, ISBN 978-1-64909-081-2), follows a mama Maine lobster as she nourishes and protects her eggs and sets her newborn babies free. Ages 4–8.
Shape Families by Lynn Parrish Sutton, illus. by Jake Tebbit (Apr. 22, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-64909-077-5; paper, $7.99, ISBN 978-1-64909-078-2), celebrates the many forms of love and families, and showcases different geometric shapes. Ages 4–8.
Red and Me by Terry Lee Caruthers (May 6, $16.99, ISBN 978-1-64909-083-6; paper, $8.99, ISBN 978-1-64909-084-3). When 10-year-old Marlene goes to the grocery store to sell eggs in rural 1930s Tennessee, she spots a stray coon dog and is determined to befriend him and protect him from a mean neighbor. Ages 9–12.
Storey
World of Mushrooms: Discover the Freaky, Fantastic Fungi That Lurk in the Woods, Pop Up in Lawns, and Sneak Around Underground by Pauline Payen, illus. by Zelda Pressigout (May 13, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-63586-929-3), spotlights 20 common mushrooms and their habitats. Ages 7–11.
Akeem Keeps Bees! A Close-Up Look at the Honey Makers and Pollinators of Sankofa Farms by Kamal Eugene William Bell, illus. by Darnell Johnson (Feb. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-63586-609-4). A Black father teaches his son about the joy and process of beekeeping. Ages 8–10.
Storm King
The Ghost Whiskerers by Thom Zahler, edited by Sandy King (Feb. 18, $14.99 paper, ISBN 979-8-9887285-6-6). Daniel learns that his family’s new home is a portal between this world and the next, and his two cats are its mystical guardians, tasked with guiding wayward spirits. Ages 8–12.
Street Noise
Punk Like Me by J.D. Glass, illus. by Kris Dresen (June 3, $24.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-951491-39-0). Sixteen year-old straight-A student Nina features in this queer coming-of-age story about best friends, first love, family conflicts, and following your heart, set in 1980s New York City. Ages 14–18.
Studio Fun International
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The latest Push-Pull-Spin Stories include Disney Mickey: Lucky Mouse by Grace Baranowski (Feb. 4, $9.99 board book,nISBN 978-0-7944-5316-9), ages 1–3.
Book with LCD Screen adds Marvel: Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Dino Webs! by Steve Behling (Mar. 18, $19.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-7944-5302-2), ages 3–5. Interactive Tool Book issues Rubble & Crew: Rubble Is Ready! (Apr. 29, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-7944-5298-8), ages 3–5. And Lift-the-Flap wags along with Paw Patrol: Heroes Unleashed! (Apr. 8, $14.99, ISBN 978-0-7944-5303-9), ages 3–5.
Sweet Cherry
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Maggie Sparks by Steve Smallman, illus. by Esther Hernando, chronicling the adventures of a talented mischievous witch, debuts with Maggie Sparks and the School of Slime (Mar. 1, $7.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-78226-496-5), ages 5–7. New Easier Classics include Romeo and Juliet by Gergina Brown and and Rishabh Goswami (Apr. 1, $7.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-80263-306-1), ages 7–9. Football Rising Stars gains Mallory Swanson by Harry Meredith (Mar. 1, $7.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-80263-307-8), ages 7–9. And Blue’s Planet by Lucy McRobert, illus. by Alisha Monnin, sails along with Australia (Feb. 4, $8.95 paper, ISBN 978-1-80263-552-2), ages 9–12.
Sweet July
Celestial Banquet by Roselle Lim (June 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-63893-126-3). A young noodle chef competes in a cutthroat culinary competition for the gods, inspired by Chinese and Southeast Asian folklore. Ages 12–18.