New Titles

Harry Potter and the half-blood prince

Rowling, J. K.


Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince takes up the story of Harry Potter's sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry at this point as Voldemort's power and followers are increasing day by day, in the midst of this battle of good and evil.
Date Published:2005

Harry Potter and the prisoner of Azkaban

Rowling, J. K.


Harry Potter is lucky to reach the age of thirteen, since he has survived the murderous attacks of the feared Dark Lord on more than one occasion. His hopes for a quiet school term concentrating on Quidditch are dashed, though, when a maniacal mass-murderer escapes from Azkaban, pursued by the soul-sucking Dementors who guard the prison. It's assumed that Hogwarts is the safest place for Harry to be. But is it his imagination that is making him feel eyes watching him in the dark, and should he be taking Professor Trelawney's ghoulish predictions seriously?
Date Published:1999

Harry Potter is lucky to reach the age of thirteen, since he has survived the murderous attacks of the feared Dark Lord on more than one occasion. His hopes for a quiet school term concentrating on Quidditch are dashed, though, when a maniacal mass-murderer escapes from Azkaban, pursued by the soul-sucking Dementors who guard the prison. It's assumed that Hogwarts is the safest place for Harry to be. But is it his imagination that is making him feel eyes watching him in the dark, and should he be taking Professor Trelawney's ghoulish predictions seriously?

Date Published:1999

Harry Potter and the chamber of secrets

Rowling, J. K.


Harry can't wait for his holidays with the dire Dursleys to end. But a small, self-punishing house-elf warns Harry of mortal danger awaiting him at Hogwarts School. Returning to the castle nevertheless, Harry hears a rumour about a chamber of secrets, holding unknown horrors to wizards of Muggle parentage. Now someone is casting spells that turn people to stone, and a terrible warning is found painted on the wall. The chief suspect - always in the wrong place - is Harry. But something much darker has yet to be unleashed.
Date Published:2014

Harry can't wait for his holidays with the dire Dursleys to end. But a small, self-punishing house-elf warns Harry of mortal danger awaiting him at Hogwarts School. Returning to the castle nevertheless, Harry hears a rumour about a chamber of secrets, holding unknown horrors to wizards of Muggle parentage. Now someone is casting spells that turn people to stone, and a terrible warning is found painted on the wall. The chief suspect - always in the wrong place - is Harry. But something much darker has yet to be unleashed.

Date Published:2014

Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone

Rowling, J. K.


Harry Potter thinks he is an ordinary boy - until he is rescued by an owl, taken to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, learns to play Quidditch and does battle in a deadly duel. The reason: Harry Potter is a Wizard.
Date Published:1997

Because of Mr. Terupt

Buyea, Rob.


Seven fifth-graders at Snow Hill School in Connecticut relate how their lives are changed for the better by "rookie teacher" Mr. Terupt.
Date Published:2011

Mortified

Jackson, Kristy,


Someone secretly signs up Belinda Houle, the school's shyest kid, to audition for a play. Belinda turns to her best friend Sally, who isn't embarrassed by anything and might be a witch, for help. Sally casts a spell for confidence, but it's more of a curse! What follows the spell is bad luck so tragic it would have been funny--if only it wasn't happening to Belinda! More importantly, how can Belinda battle the very thing she hoped the spell would take away: her embarrassment?"
Date Published:2024

Someone secretly signs up Belinda Houle, the school's shyest kid, to audition for a play. Belinda turns to her best friend Sally, who isn't embarrassed by anything and might be a witch, for help. Sally casts a spell for confidence, but it's more of a curse! What follows the spell is bad luck so tragic it would have been funny--if only it wasn't happening to Belinda! More importantly, how can Belinda battle the very thing she hoped the spell would take away: her embarrassment?"

Date Published:2024

Swim team

Christmas, Johnnie.


Bree can't wait for her first day at her new middle school, Enith Brigitha, home to the Mighty Manatees--until she's stuck with the only elective that fits her schedule, the dreaded Swim 101. The thought of swimming makes Bree more than a little queasy, yet she's forced to dive headfirst into one of her greatest fears. Lucky for her, Etta, an elderly occupant of her apartment building and former swim team captain, is willing to help.
Date Published:2022

Bree can't wait for her first day at her new middle school, Enith Brigitha, home to the Mighty Manatees--until she's stuck with the only elective that fits her schedule, the dreaded Swim 101. The thought of swimming makes Bree more than a little queasy, yet she's forced to dive headfirst into one of her greatest fears. Lucky for her, Etta, an elderly occupant of her apartment building and former swim team captain, is willing to help.

Date Published:2022

Two roads

Bruchac, Joseph, 1942-,


In 1932, twelve-year-old Cal must stop being a hobo with his father and go to a Bureau of Indian Affairs boarding school, where he begins learning about his history and heritage as a Creek.
Date Published:2018

Song for a whale

Kelly, Lynne,


Twelve-year-old Iris and her grandmother, both deaf, drive from Texas to Alaska armed with Iris's plan to help Blue-55, a whale unable to communicate with other whales.
Date Published:2018

You are the land

Littlebird, Steph,


A joyful exploration of a child’s loving relationship with the land that supports and nurtures her as she grows.
Date Published:2026

A salmon story : protecting the future

Poll, Willie,


Salmon have followed the same migration routes for thousands of years, but the rapid rise of the fish farming industry has had a deadly impact on their annual journey. The farms release harmful waste into the ocean that is lethal to the wild salmon forced to swim through it. Not only do salmon have to avoid predators like orcas, eagles, and seals, they must also face the human-made destruction of their habitat. Salmon are central to the lives of many Indigenous nations, who are taking forceful measures to protect the fish before they disappear.
Date Published:2026

Salmon have followed the same migration routes for thousands of years, but the rapid rise of the fish farming industry has had a deadly impact on their annual journey. The farms release harmful waste into the ocean that is lethal to the wild salmon forced to swim through it. Not only do salmon have to avoid predators like orcas, eagles, and seals, they must also face the human-made destruction of their habitat. Salmon are central to the lives of many Indigenous nations, who are taking forceful measures to protect the fish before they disappear.

Date Published:2026

Tomorrow I'm in charge!

Mühle, Jörg,


Original title: Morgen bestimme ich! "Three forest friends debate vital childhood questions -- who is allowed to play, what game, and who decides"-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2026

Home for Margaret

Davy, Denise,


Emma wonders why she's there, until Mom, who is a social worker, explains: "Some people have lost their jobs. Some have a health problem. No one chooses to be homeless." Emma picks out a red hat, a scarf and a pair of mittens to keep Margaret warm, and she and her mom visit Margaret throughout the winter. But in the spring, Margaret is gone! Emma is worried, and wonders what has happened to her. Seasons pass and Emma finally spots a woman downtown wearing red mittens! She is relieved -- and she knows that there's one more thing she and her Mom can do to show Margaret that they care about her. A sensitive portrayal of a person experiencing homelessness, as seen through the eyes of a child. Includes an author's note.
Date Published:2025

Emma wonders why she's there, until Mom, who is a social worker, explains: "Some people have lost their jobs. Some have a health problem. No one chooses to be homeless." Emma picks out a red hat, a scarf and a pair of mittens to keep Margaret warm, and she and her mom visit Margaret throughout the winter. But in the spring, Margaret is gone! Emma is worried, and wonders what has happened to her. Seasons pass and Emma finally spots a woman downtown wearing red mittens! She is relieved -- and she knows that there's one more thing she and her Mom can do to show Margaret that they care about her. A sensitive portrayal of a person experiencing homelessness, as seen through the eyes of a child. Includes an author's note.

Date Published:2025

Away

Freeman, Megan E.,


After an imminent yet unnamed danger forces people across Colorado to leave their homes, a group of kids including an aspiring filmmaker and a budding journalist find themselves in the same evacuation camp. As they cope with the aftermath of having their world upended, they grow curious about the mysterious threat.
Date Published:2026

Who is Jenna Ortega?

Anderson, Kirsten,


Jenna Ortega's role as Wednesday Addams in Netflix's series Wednesday made her an international star. Since then, the actress has worked at full speed, taking on starring roles in horror films such as X, Scream IV, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Jenna has become a role model for young Latina girls across the world and has used her voice to advocate for anti-bullying programs, AIDS healthcare support, LGBTQ+ rights, women's rights, and gun control laws. Jenna knew she wanted to become an actress early in life, and by time she was nine, she was signed to an acting agency! She and her mother made the trip from the Coachella Valley to Los Angeles up to five days a week, securing roles in commercials and guest star appearances. Eventually, she landed her first lead role in Disney Channel's 2016 series Stuck in the Middle. After working with Disney, Jenna wanted to find more mature roles, and found herself as a supporting actress in Netflix's You. The experience sparked her interest in working in horror movies, and her career took off. Learn all about the life of rising star, goth style expert, and inspirational actress Jenna Ortega in this book for young readersh.
Date Published:2026

Jenna Ortega's role as Wednesday Addams in Netflix's series Wednesday made her an international star. Since then, the actress has worked at full speed, taking on starring roles in horror films such as X, Scream IV, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Jenna has become a role model for young Latina girls across the world and has used her voice to advocate for anti-bullying programs, AIDS healthcare support, LGBTQ+ rights, women's rights, and gun control laws. Jenna knew she wanted to become an actress early in life, and by time she was nine, she was signed to an acting agency! She and her mother made the trip from the Coachella Valley to Los Angeles up to five days a week, securing roles in commercials and guest star appearances. Eventually, she landed her first lead role in Disney Channel's 2016 series Stuck in the Middle. After working with Disney, Jenna wanted to find more mature roles, and found herself as a supporting actress in Netflix's You. The experience sparked her interest in working in horror movies, and her career took off. Learn all about the life of rising star, goth style expert, and inspirational actress Jenna Ortega in this book for young readersh.

Date Published:2026

Dr. Zeus

Patterson, James, 1947-


Nick Andino is a normal twelve-year-old doing schoolwork and helping at his family's restaurant, until the day he is visited by Zeus and Hermes, who reveal that he must complete an epic quest or his family will be erased from history.
Date Published:2026

Alone

Freeman, Megan E.


A novel-in-verse telling the story of a young girl who wakes up one day to find herself utterly alone in her small Colorado town. When twelve-year-old Maddie hatches a scheme for a secret sleepover with her two best friends, she ends up waking up to a nightmare. She's alone--left behind in a town that has been mysteriously evacuated and abandoned. With no one to rely on, no power, and no working phone lines or internet access, Maddie slowly learns to survive on her own. Her only companions are a Rottweiler named George and all the books she can read. After a rough start, Maddie learns to trust her own ingenuity and invents clever ways to survive in a place that has been deserted and forgotten. As months pass, she escapes natural disasters, looters, and wild animals. But Maddie's most formidable enemy is the crushing loneliness she faces every day. Can Maddie's stubborn will to survive carry her through the most frightening experience of her life?
Date Published:2021

A novel-in-verse telling the story of a young girl who wakes up one day to find herself utterly alone in her small Colorado town. When twelve-year-old Maddie hatches a scheme for a secret sleepover with her two best friends, she ends up waking up to a nightmare. She's alone--left behind in a town that has been mysteriously evacuated and abandoned. With no one to rely on, no power, and no working phone lines or internet access, Maddie slowly learns to survive on her own. Her only companions are a Rottweiler named George and all the books she can read. After a rough start, Maddie learns to trust her own ingenuity and invents clever ways to survive in a place that has been deserted and forgotten. As months pass, she escapes natural disasters, looters, and wild animals. But Maddie's most formidable enemy is the crushing loneliness she faces every day. Can Maddie's stubborn will to survive carry her through the most frightening experience of her life?

Date Published:2021

What you never knew about Sabrina Carpenter

Bolte, Mari,


Sabrina Carpenter captivates audiences with her singing, dancing, and acting abilities, but how did she get her start? Who were her favorite childhood stars? What popular cartoon characters has she voiced?
Date Published:2026

P.S. I like you

West, Kasie.


Every day in chemistry class, high school student and aspiring songwriter Lily Abbott is finding notes left to her by a mystery boy, love letters really, and she hopes they are from Lucas, a boy she is attracted to--so when she finds out they are really from, she is shocked and unsure about how to respond.
Date Published:2016

The elders' quest

Hunter, Erin,


As Leafbare approaches, a new danger threatens the Clans, who must navigate an ominous prophecy that foreshadows the destruction of the Moonpool and the end of the Cats' connection to StarClan.
Date Published:2025