Crossing the Burning Meadow by Christopher D. Wayland is a deeply moving coming-of-age novel that transports readers to the nostalgic landscape of 1983. As a sequel to Crossing the Meadow, the book continues the compelling journey of Chip, a young protagonist navigating the complex issues...

Two orphans manage to escape from the orphanage to go on a trip of a lifetime. They go to a place called Cookie Island. Two Beach Bugs, Spudss and Specks, are their official tour guides who give them a tour of the island. It is...

What happens when an 11-year-old decides to rebel by ditching school and has billionaire scientist parents? Scott Charles explains the possibilities in Crystal Clash. With five robot butlers and an awesome rooftop jacuzzi, Stevie Morris is a billionaire's son who thinks there is no need...

Charlotte's Ghosts: The Mystery of the Vanishing Boy is a middle-grade novel by L.P. Simone. Charlotte Cross is grieving inwardly for her father when her mother moves them to Manassas, Virginia. While walking with her dog, Charlotte sees a boy around her age, but as...

Crabbit Chops! by J.M. McClatchie, with illustrations by Jade Lawley, tells the tale of Michelle, a crab who struggles to fit in and have some fun. No matter what she does, she stands out, much to her humiliation and the amusement of some seagulls observing...

Heartwarming tales of friendship, love, and environmental harmony highlight the interconnectedness between all beings, reminding us of the importance of preserving and cherishing the natural world. Corky Tails: Tales of a Tailless Dog Named Sagebrush by Joni Franks starts with Never Summer Mountains, a remote...

Cats and Dogs Make the Best of Friends by Gina Gallois is a children’s book that tells the story of two best friends, Sage and Jasmine. Sage’s family has adopted two little kittens, Carly and Fury, for him and his sister Hazel. His family always...

Candy Sky Tells A Lie by Shanna P. Lowe is the story of a 13-year-old girl who lies to her teachers, parents, and classmates to get out of tests and chores or to get the boy she likes. To cover up her scams, Candy has...

I love this quote from Chucky the squirrel: “What makes you different, is what makes you special!” More profound words have never before been spoken. We are all unique and loveable in our distinct differences. Cheechoo, a stray dog, is special because he has two...

Summer had just begun, but Cornelia had a list of things she wanted to complete before starting third grade in the fall. It was day nine of summer vacation and Cornelia had already finished a planned science project as well as secured a special space...