by Barb Langridge | May 3, 2025 | Fantasy
A luminous fantasy debut about a young girl who must choose between staying immersed in a magical past with her deceased mother, or saving those she loves most in the complicated, yet real present. A JLG SELECTION! Since her mama died, thirteen-year-old Lavender has a...
by Barb Langridge | May 3, 2025 | Realistic/Contemporary Fiction
After years of moving, Georgia’ s family is staying put. What’ s the best part of her new forever home? Fellow science fan Izzy! Georgia feels lucky to be starting sixth grade with her first true friend. But when Georgia’ s science project accidentally reveals a...
by Barb Langridge | May 3, 2025 | Graphic Novel / Comics / Manga
In this hilarious and heartfelt debut graphic novel, a girl born on a day considered unlucky in Chinese superstition starts to wonder if she really is cursed when she’s troubled by visions of doom set to occur on her thirteenth birthday. Twelve-year-old Eugenia Wang...
by Barb Langridge | May 3, 2025 | Non-Fiction
An adorable, STEM-themed picture book for kids 4 to 8 that reveals the wisdom mushrooms have to teach us. Mushrooms always wear their thinking caps. They know so many things. This vibrant and informative book shares the fascinating lessons that fungi can teach us:...
by Barb Langridge | May 3, 2025 | Picture Book
This joyful book about nature sounds for kids 3-7 will transport readers up a magnificent mountain. The mountains have lots to say… if you listen. It’s time for a hike in the mountains! A group of friends sets off, ready for adventure, with their ears open and their...
