Too Early
by Nora Ericson,
Illustrated by Elly MacKay
Ages 0–3
A gentle, cozy story following a family’s bleary-eyed wake-up routine, a little one who’s eager to start the day, and the quiet magic of early mornings.
All in a Year
by Chihiro Takeuchi
Ages 3+
The Tanakas are moving out of their apartment building and into a house. Follow them on their journey in this book that helps young readers make sense of the concept of time and just how much happens in a year.
Clothes to Make You Smile: Patrick Kelly Designs His Dreams
by Eric Darnell Pritchard,
Illustrated by Shannon Wright
Ages 4–8
Patrick Kelly was one of the most influential fashion designers of the twentieth century. Growing up in Vicksburg, Mississippi, he didn’t know many boys who liked to sew, but that didn’t stop him from sitting down at his grandma’s table and picking up a needle and thread.
Crouton: One Cat’s Adoption Tale
by Kristine A. Lombardi
Ages 4–8
Join Crouton, a lovable shelter cat, as she searches for her perfect person. But wait! Who is that over there? This heartwarming adoption story playfully told from the pet’s perspective celebrates the joy of finding a furever home.
Cabin Head and Tree Head
by Scott Campbell
Ages 6–9
Whether drawing or hiding or just saying hello or bye-bye, Cabin Head and Tree Head are irresistible buddies who go on all sorts of adventures in their world of unforgettable characters such as Automobile Head, Volcano Head, and Trash Can Head.
Serendipity
by Gabbie Benda
Ages 8–12
Discover what happens when the luckiest kid in the world becomes extraordinarily unlucky in this funny, friendship-driven story from Richmond debut author-illustrator Gabbie Benda.
Scarlet Morning
by ND Stevenson
Ages 8–12
From the powerhouse creator of Nimona comes a breathtaking illustrated novel, the start of a duology, following two orphans who leave the only home they’ve ever known to sail with an eccentric crew of misfit pirates.
What If You Fall for Me First?
by G.F. Miller
Ages 10–14
A girl determined to ditch her goody-two-shoes image and the cool guy classmate she enlists to help her get more than they bargained for in this relatable and swoon-worthy middle grade rom-com.
Primates
by Jim Ottaviani
Illustrated by Maris Wicks
Ages 12+
A fun, immersive look into the lives of the three greatest primatologists of the twentieth century: Biruté Galdikas, Dian Fossey, and Jane Goodall.
Angelica and the Bear Prince
by Trung Le Nguyen
Ages 12+
Being a teenager is no fairy tale, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a little magic. A high schooler’s journey to recover from burnout leads to a surprising romance with a twist from the bestselling author of The Magic Fish.
