What do you do when your dragon's flame goes out? Turns out he just needs some love and support.
Katie
This is a really cute story for all the people out there (cough, myself, cough) who need a reminder to slow down, especially during the summer months. And the art is a delight!
Caleb
An Ember in the Ashes is one of my all time favorite books. From the first chapter to the last, you will be consumed by Sabaa Tahir's fantastic writing. Right from the start, you enter the Martial Empire and the story sets off, pulling you with it. Laia and Elias happen to be the main characters, but Helene will surprise you. And Helene is who I'm rooting for to win it all. Who will you root for?
Sinny
Despite his small stature, Truman is a daring adventurer! This picture book is adorable (and also a great back-to-school title).
Rebecca
Kalyn's father murdered Gus's father seventeen years ago. Or did he? In Wild and Crooked, Thomas delves into the prejudices around the murder that split their small Kentucky town and their families in half, while also deftly exploring family, social class, sexuality, homophobia, poverty, and disability in a way that never feels forced. The book avoids the trap of a Romeo and Juliet romance and instead focuses on family and friendship in a gripping, heartfelt novel of forgiveness and love.
April
Who has teeny, tiny arms, a huge heart, and not a lot of sense? Tiny the T-Rex! Just try not to fall in love with him. Good luck with a hug though.
Stacey
Rabbit is searching for Lettuce, but finds some weird story-portals along the way in this rainbow-colored gem. Dog Man readers are going to devour this! If I brought this book into my after-school comics class there'd be an epic battle over who got to read it first!
Marika
When her dad returns from deployment, Emilia rebuilds her relationship with him in the welding shop. Meanwhile, her school friendships are in turmoil as the district considers relocating students.
Sarah
How did Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin miss these guys?
Robin
Magic, mystery, and mayhem abound as Olive and her adopted siblings, Charlotte and Darwin, investigate their grandmother's creepy old hotel and the magical doors that lead to other worlds. But when Charlotte decides she'd rather stay in one of those other worlds, it's up to Darwin and Olive to figure out their family's shattered past and convince her to come home. Perfect for fans of Deadendia and Gravity Falls.
Shana
