by Barb Langridge | Jan 8, 2026 | Realistic/Contemporary Fiction
A hilarious and heartfelt novel about a neurodivergent theater nerd that tackles slut-shaming, what it means to be a friend, and the power of forgiving others—and yourself. There are countless good reasons to hate seventeen-year-old Jess Lanza, Stone Bridge High’s...
by Barb Langridge | Jan 8, 2026 | Realistic/Contemporary Fiction
With all the heart of The Wild Robot and the wonder of A Rover’s Story, two children and one robot form an unbreakable bond as they survive in a world that values the efficiency of tech over the care of humanity. JieJie and her little brother, DiDi, are living...
by Barb Langridge | Jan 8, 2026 | Non-Fiction
National Book Award–winning and #1 New York Times–bestselling author Dr. Ibram X. Kendi brings a global icon to life in the first major biography of Malcolm X for young people in more than thirty years–perfect for fans of blockbuster hit STAMPED: A REMIX with...
by Barb Langridge | Jan 8, 2026 | Non-Fiction
“Hello, I’m the earthworm, and today I’m giving my talk about the anaconda.” Who needs another book by humans? All they do is make us animals super boring. They only look at things through their own eyes. Every, single, time. Human after human....
by Barb Langridge | Jan 8, 2026 | Picture Book
An emotionally resonant, visually stirring picture book illustrated by Pura Belpré Award–winning Abraham Matias, exploring life, death, and celebrating loved ones for children navigating grief. Inspired by the 9 levels of Mictlān and the role Xolo dogs play by guiding...
