Kids Fiction

These kids fiction books are new to our shelves in the last 30 days (most recent on top).

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Detective Stanley and the mystery at the museum / created by Hannah Tunnicliffe and Erica Harrison.
"Detective Stanley has barely sat down for his breakfast pancakes when he receives an invitation he cannot refuse. The Narlybone Museum has been raided on the opening day of the Bleat Mondrian show and Stan has been called to investigate. The most perplex…
Saphie : the one-eyed cat. Volume 1 / by Joanna Ho.
"Join Saphie the One-eyed Cat and her fellow house cat siblings as they zoom, scratch, and nap their way through life. It's purr-fect for fans of Pusheen! What exactly does a one-eyed cat do all day? Well, there's running, knocking things over, scratchin…
Operation : cover-up / Tate Godwin.
"Nick’s a straight-A student. Sy's a class clown. But when they start at a new school, misunderstandings cause everyone to think Nick's the class clown and Sy’s the brainiac. Eager to fit in, they make a pact: Nick will teach Sy how to be a convincing br…
A wolf called Fire / Rosanne Parry ; illustrations by Mónica Armiño.
"Warm is the smallest pup, the one his father calls the heart of the pack. But all Warm sees is his bigger brothers Sharp and Swift, even his sisters Pounce and Wag, winning all the wrestling matches. Just as Warm is finding his place, enemy wolves destro…
Ice apprentices / Jacob North.
"Tundra is the last settlement in a world of ice. Oswin Fields is its only stray—a foundling rescued from the ice who many think is a drain on scarce resources meant for Tundrans. Then Oswin is summoned to Corridor by Grandmaster Yarrow to learn magic, fi…
A mystery in Pocketville / Sylvie Kantorovitz.
"Mrs. Sheep has loaned her storied collection of figurines to the library, and Pocketville is all aflutter. When Monti and Leo attend the exhibit and discuss their favorites with the crowd, Monti’s turns out to be the same as Mrs. Sheep’s. Later, while Le…
Bird of a thousand stories / Kiyash Monsef.
"In this transporting and suspenseful companion to the New York Times bestselling 'Once There Was' that’s perfect for fans of 'Impossible Creatures,' Marjan travels around the globe in search of a mythical bird in terrible danger, whose fate could determi…
Ozzie / Ellen Miles.
"Lizzie knows that this Australian Shepherd pup is special the moment she sees those blue eyes! Ozzie loves to run and bark - but he needs a job to keep him busy. What kind of home will be best for such a bundle of energy?" --publisher's website.
I.R.L. / Jenny Goebel.
"Not every kid would be thrilled to move to rural Alaska, but sixth grader Lucy is eager to leave her bullies behind and start over. However, it turns out that Lucy's new school does remote learning from October to April, when the roads become too icy to …
Zali Sparkles / by Maddy Mara ; illustrations by Cristina Gómez.
"Zali and the other Sprout Wings are learning all about the Sparkleberries, the most creative fairy pod in the Magic Forest. Zali is excited for the arts and crafts-but the Sparkleberry tryout also requires singing and dancing, which makes her very nervou…
Rani the enchanted dragon / Maddy Mara.
"In the Magic Forest, ordinary girls transform into powerful dragons. As Dragon Girls, they can soar above the treetops, breathe magical bursts of fire, and roar loud enough to shake the ground. Rani the Enchanted Dragon is facing one of the biggest chall…
Henry Heckelbeck takes a swing / by Wanda Coven ; illustrated by Proscilla Burris.
"Henry Heckelbeck is so excited to join the Brewster Batters for his first baseball game! But soon he discovers that playing baseball isn’t quite as easy as he thought it would be. Can a little spark of magic help him, or is he doomed to strike out?"--Pub…
Fantastic Lou : little comics from real life / Qin Leng.
"Meet Lou. Lou is many things: clever, creative, competitive, thoughtful, funny . . . and, most of all, FANTASTIC! He meets life’s ups and downs with courage, curiosity and a plucky openheartedness. He enjoys his own thoughts and solo company but is alway…
Yokai cats. 9 / story & art by Pandania ; translation: Minna Lin ; lettering: Carl Vanstiphout.
"Meet more yokai cats! The itsumade can talk, but only knows how to say "how much longer?" And the kanadama finds all of the coins in the house, especially the ones that get lost under furniture. Maybe they'll come to your house too!"--Provided by publish…
Purranormal activity / by Alina Tysoe.
"When a new neighbor moves into the house next door, Poppy the puptective couldn’t be more uninterested. She’s too busy solving the mystery of the unseen culprit chewing up all the furniture in her house. But when Poppy catches a possible ghost playing w…
London calling / by James Ponti.
"Cairo, the newest member of the City Spies, takes the lead when his sister disappears in Istanbul. Determined to save the family of one of their own, the team risks discovery as their search leads them to Rome. Meanwhile, there’s been intel that seems to…
How to draw a secret / Cindy Chang ; colors by Christina Rose Chua.
"Twelve-year-old Cindy relishes drawing flawless images, but she is stumped by an art contest prompt: 'What family means to me.' No one at school can know that Cindy's dad moved back to Taiwan four years ago, so Cindy sketches out the perfect plan to draw…
Where is Walt Disney World? / by Joan Holub ; illustrated by Gregory Copeland.
"Building the most magical place on earth was no fairy tale. Learn the story behind the creation of Walt Disney World. In 1964, when Walt Disney and his brother Roy decided to build a second theme park in the Florida swamplands, they kept it super hush-h…
Just kitten around / Hilda Eunice Burgos ; illustrated by Siara Faison.
"Everyone thinks Yesenia is calm, collected, and crushing it. But really, her stomach is constantly a ball of nerves. With parents who left their home in the Dominican Republic to make a better life for their kids, and three perfect, over-achieving older …
Sam Squirrel / by Suzanne Selfors ; illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki.
"Willow has agreed to house-sit while her grandmother, Mother Nature, is on vacation. Willow thinks it’s going to be as easy as watering a fern and feeding a cat, but when she arrives, she realizes her grandmother has left a long to-do list of difficult t…
Eliza and the flower fairies / Megan McDonald ; illustrated by Lenny Wen.
"To some, the low door in Eliza’s bedroom might look like an ordinary entrance to a crawl space under the stairs. But to a believer like Eliza of the Elves, it’s the door to the Land of UnderStair, a secret hideout all her own. In that crawl space, festoo…
The faerie isle : tales and traditions of Ireland's forgotten folklore / Síne Quinn ; illustrated by Dermot Flynn.
"Watch for seal-skinned selkies coming to shore every ninth day to dance—but keep a safe distance, lest you become mesmerized. If you spy a fair mermaid combing her hair whilst sitting upon a rock, look away, as that could be bad luck indeed. And legend h…
The search for Wondla / by Tony DiTerlizzi ; with illustrations by the author.
"When a marauder destroys the underground sanctuary that Eva Nine was raised in by the robot Muthr, the twelve-year-old girl is forced to flee aboveground. Eva Nine is searching for anyone else like her: She knows that other humans exist because of an ite…
Too uncool for school / James Patterson and Martin Chatterton ; illustrated by Jomike Tejido.
"Rafe Khatchadorian has never been cool. But all that changes when he becomes the guitarist in an awesome rock band and wrangles a part-time job at Hills Village’s trendiest new coffee shop slash yoga studio. No more being at the bottom of the middle scho…
Gabby Torres gets a billion followers / Angela Dominguez.
"Gabby Torres is nine years old and ready to conquer the world. She's already joined the Sea Musketeers, the environmental protection club founded by her idol, Stella Díaz, and plans to be their best (and youngest) member ever. Gabby's latest and greatest…
The secret of the lost gold / Rebecca Elliott.
"A terrible storm has ruined homes all across Sparklegrove Forest! Bo and the unicorns go to the castle to seek help from Queen Juniper. They learn there is an ancient spell that can restore everyone's homes. But in order to perform that spell, they need …
The forgotten horse / Elaine Heney.
"When a mysterious grey pony called ‘Ozzie’ appears in the paddock by her home, 12-year-old Clodagh’s life is about to change dramatically. Charged with caring for him by the local manor’s owner, she quickly befriends him. But what will happen when his ab…
Miss Cat. 2, The gnome's nightmare / Jean-Luc Fromental & Joëlle Jolivet ; [translated by Jill Phythian].
"When an unusual visitor asks Miss Cat to stop a terrible dream from coming true, she has a whale of a mystery on her hands. Soon she's on the trail of a secretive author, meeting a mysterious mayor and chasing a pack of peculiar pirates. But with a littl…
Big changes for Plum! / Matt Phelan.
"Plum wholeheartedly believes that the Athensville Zoo is the best zoo on the planet—and the most perfect home. He and the other peacocks wander the grounds, mingling with, guiding, and delighting the visitors. He has friends in every habitat. And the Gre…
Sea legs / Jules Bakes ; Niki Smith
"Janey's family is about to set sail for the adventure of a lifetime! The only problem? Janey must leave her school, her life, her best friend, the entire country behind for new adventures--coral reefs, colorful markets, and new cultures. Life at sea is e…
Chickenpox / Remy Lai
"All big sister Abby wants is to spend more time with her friends, far away from the sticky fingers and snooping eyes of her annoying brothers and sisters. But when a case of the chickenpox leaves the Lai kids covered in scratchy red spots and stuck at ho…
The little white horse / Elizabeth Goudge.
"When orphaned young Maria Merryweather arrives at Moonacre Manor, she feels as if she’s entered Paradise. Her new guardian, her uncle Sir Benjamin, is kind and funny; the Manor itself feels like home right away; and every person and animal she meets is l…
The radio mystery / created by Gertrude Chandler Warner ; illustrated by Hodges Soileau.
"Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are actors in a live mystery show being broadcast on an old-fashioned AM radio station. But that’s not the only mystery the Boxcar children are part of—it’s starting to look like the radio station is haunted! Why would a …
Lila Greer and the shrieking shadow / Andrea Beaty and David Roberts ; with interior illustrations by Jennifer Naalchigar.
"Lila Greer has always loved mysteries, even when they scare her. When a spooky storm blows into Blue River Creek and Lila is startled awake by a strange shrieking shadow, she knows something is afoot. Stranger still, Lila and the Questioneers discover th…
The blood of kings / written by Matt Myklusch ; illustrated by Onofrio Orlando ; colors by Antonino Ulizzi ; character designs by Ornella Greco.
"A brave warrior fights to protect his home from threats both outside and within in this first book in the middle grade graphic novel series by Matt Myklusch set in the same Imagine Nation from his acclaimed Jack Blank series. The Imagine Nation is the or…
Stranded / Nikki Shannon Smith.
"Nature-loving Ava yearns to leave the noise of New York City behind for a real adventure in the great outdoors-that's why she's thrilled when her parents allow her to move in with her Auntie Raven in the Adirondack Mountains! It's a dream come true . . .…
Mission Moon / by Drew Brockington.
"When the world is thrust into darkness due to a global energy shortage, the Worlds Best Scientist comes up with a bold plan to set up a solar power plant on the moon. But someone has to go up there to set it up, and that adventure falls to the CatStronau…
Lucy Lancaster and the stormy day / by Willow Coven ; illustrated by Priscilla Burris.
"When a trip to the children’s museum doesn’t go as planned, Lucy’s magical hiccups set off a thunderstorm. Now her bummer day is turning into an even bigger bummer! But can a little bit more magic help bring the sun back out and turn her frown upside dow…
Adventuremice : mice on the moon  / by Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre.
"Pedro is a tiny mouse who was looking for a BIG adventure—and he found it, as part of the brave, determined ADVENTUREMICE! With a kind heart and a lot of nerve, Pedro and the team fill their days with daring expeditions and wild adventures, all set on an…
Eloise the flame dragon / by Maddy Mara.
"Three friends, Eloise, Ash, and Maya, have just discovered that they share an amazing gift. They can transform into powerful Fire Dragons when they travel to the Magic Forest. Once there, Eloise learns that she is the mighty Flame Dragon. She must lead A…
Zora the snow dragon / by Maddy Mara ; illustrations by Barbara Szepesi Szucs.
"The Storm Dragons are being called back to the Magic Forest for one last adventure. Zora and her cousins, Mina and Hana, have to protect the forest from the Chaos Queen's reign. The harmony of the forest and its snowstorms depend on the bravery of the gi…
The best Christmas pageant ever / Barbara Robinson.
"The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, steal, and swear. So no one is prepared when this outlaw family invades church one Sunday and decides to take over the annual Christmas pageant. None of the Herdmans has ever heard th…
Taco Tuesdays / Monica Mancillas.
"Dulce doesn't want to spend the summer helping at her family's restaurant, but with the business needing all the help it can get, she doesn't have a choice. Julian doesn't want to be in California. But his food vloger parents have relocated the family as…
The Pumpkin Princess and the forever night / Steven Banbury ; ilustrated by Matt Rockefeller.
"On Halloween, it is always wise to expect the unexpected, but no amount of planning could have prepared Eve for that particular night. Fleeing an unpleasant orphanage, she’s saved by someone who she never believed was real…the fabled Pumpkin King himself…
Scattergood / H.M. Bouwman.
"In 1941 rural Iowa, thirteen-year-old Peggy's quiet life is turned upside down by refugee arrivals, first love, and a heartbreaking diagnosis"--Provided by publisher.
Best of my little pony. Volume three, Rainbow Dash
"Everyone's favorite high-flying pony has arrived! From the Draytona Breach 500 to Diamond Dogs and Wonderbolts, revisit the flights and heights that made Rainbow Dash the most loyal Pegasus around!"--Back cover.
Snow / Meera Trehan ; illustrations by Cornelia Li.
In this haunting fantasy, an imprisoned princess needs the help of a girl from the modern world, who has tumbled through the kingdom's protective mist barrier, to undo a wish gone wrong and save the princess's snowy kingdom.
The story of Gumluck and the dragon's eggs / Adam Rex.
"Readers, be warned! This book is full of yawns. And not just your average yawns, either--there are seafaring yawns, giant yawns, miniature yawns, royal yawns, and even yawns with fire coming out of them. This book also contains three precious eggs, one c…
Very : bad at math / Hope Larson.
"Verity 'Very' Nelson can do it all. She's student body president, debate club whiz, and first chair clarinetist. . . You could say she's pretty much the best at everything...Well, almost everything. Everything except math. And it's not like she doesn't t…
The bad guys [full color] / Aaron Blabey ; with color by Sarah Mitchell.
"They sound like bad guys, they look like bad guys . . . and they even smell like bad guys. But Mr. Wolf, Mr. Piranha, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Shark are about to change all of that…Mr. Wolf has a daring plan for the Bad Guys' first good mission. They are going…
Frank and the big mistake / Martha Brockenbrough ; illustrated by Jon Lau.
"When Frank and Sunny's humans bring home their niece (or 'nibling' as they call her) for a visit, it is a far cry from what they expected! Nelly has strong ideas about how to play and what constitutes fun, including a nauseating basket ride around the ho…
The secret of honeycake / Kimberly Newton Fusco.
"Hurricane is quiet while her Aunt Claire is a force of nature with very particular ideas–and a host of Latin sayings to back them up. When Hurricane gets stuck living with her, she retreats into herself…until a series of unexpected friends, including a m…
Anne of Green Gables / retold by Katherine Woodfine ; illustrated by Isabelle Follath.
"When a spirited and imaginative 11-year-old orphan named Anne moves to Avonlea, she can’t wait to see the home she’s always dreamed of. And it’s perfect! Green Gables is a beautiful farmhouse, set among the summer flowers of Prince Edward Island. But Ann…
Same page / Elly Swartz.
"Bess Stein is more than ready to be 6th grade class president. She’s got tons of ideas—including a book vending machine—and her new friend June is beside her as vice-president. Together, they’re unstoppable. But when the books the girls want included in …
Swing / Audrey Meeker ; colors by Sarah Davidson.
"Two tweens with opposing views on how to survive middle school -- Izzy the iconoclast aspiring fashion designer, and Marcus the go-along-to-get-along soccer player -- are paired for a project in PE. When their swing dance routine gets them a failing grad…
Hazel has her hands full / illustrated by Michele Assarasakorn ; written, colored, and lettered by Nathan Fairbairn.
"Summer break is just around the corner, and the PAWS team is gearing up for a busy season full of dog-walking, travel, and fun! Gabby’s got a packed schedule with about a hundred different camps plus playing host to her mysterious cousin visiting from ou…
Suri's dragon / Jo Rioux.
"Suri gets a chance to show off her monster-taming skills as her journey with Caglio, Kolya, and her giant-sized lap dog, Byron, continues. With the caitsiths in hot pursuit, can this ragtag crew make it to the Monster’s Cradle? To get to the Cradle, Suri…
Green eggs and ham take a hike / James Kochalka.
"Sam-I-Am’s grumpy best pal Walter is missing out on the great big world but Sam-I-Am is determined to make sure he doesn’t miss a thing! After all, that’s what best friends are for. Walter doesn’t know what the big deal is—sure, it might be nice to have…
Pablo and Splash / Sheena Dempsey.
"Antarctic penguins Pablo and Splash are polar opposites and besties for life. Pablo is a home-bird and a careful planner. Splash is easily bored and hungry for adventure. Sick to her flippers of the harsh, freezing weather, Splash persuades Pablo to go o…
The great egg mystery / by Leanne Broadhead.
"Tucked away in the sun-drenched countryside of southern France lies the Chateau Farm – a whimsical world where animals reign supreme, and humans play only supporting roles. Leanne and Julian, the well-meaning English farmers, may believe they're running …