Chekhov once said, “Shyness is the secret of beauty,” and this impression is personified in Feeling All My Shyness by Kim T. S. Friendly, relatable rhymes introduce readers to Kayla, who’s most comfortable when it’s quiet, but does occasionally wish she were more outgoing. She...

The Gnomes of Fibberton by Becky Bell gives young readers a glimpse into the hidden underground world that only a few know exists, called Fibberton. It’s a bit of a dreary place where grouchy little gnomes, who creep around in the shadows, complete their strange...

Metrognome by Jana Cruz is a whimsical children’s story about Cora, a garden gnome who, along with her parents, spends her days in a garden unable to move. One day, she begins to long for something more. Dreaming of adventure, she sets out for the...

What if trying new foods could be part of a new adventure? How to Cure a Yucky Yeti by Brittany Plumeri begins with the young scientist, Ella. She’s on a mission to help “yucky” yetis—kids who think new foods are gross—realize that trying new things...

Tales of Roland Book 2: Roland Runs from God by Phyllis Wheeler is a charming Christian picture book designed for young readers. The narrative follows Roland, a curious duckling, as he embarks on a journey to find a place where God isn’t present. Along the...

Lexi the Butterfly by Sherri Crandall follows Jojo, a little hawk, and how he came to meet his new sister. While flying home from school with his two friends, Jojo spots a beautiful purple butterfly. It turns out the butterfly, Lexi, was separated from her...

Sometimes the biggest dreams belong to the smallest creatures. In The Biggest and Brightest Star in the Sea, written and illustrated by Chelsea Paulus, young readers are introduced to a determined sea star named Bellamy, with a dream that’s truly out of this world. He...

What if a dog could be taken to new places just by wagging its tail? In The Tales of Charlie Wags: European Christmas Adventure by Sofie Wells and Ali Barclay, young readers are taken on a journey along with a cheerful pup, Charlie, as he...

Children absolutely love surprises, and a certain young pig is no exception. Welcome Baby Wigglet! by A.M. Berkowitz begins with young Gigglet playing in her backyard. Then her parents come outside and tell her that they have a big surprise for her. At first, she...

Poop the Dragon by Suzy Davies is a delightful tale about a Ginormous Purple Dragon who had a problem because he was so Ginormous, even his bottom. Poop takes young readers on a journey of discovery as well as misadventure, especially when Poop has to...