by Barb Langridge | May 17, 2022 | Realistic/Contemporary Fiction
A timely and gutsy YA novel based on the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical from Alanis Morissette, Diablo Cody, and Glen Ballard! Swallow it down—what a jagged little pill . . . Jagged Little Pill: The Novel follows the intertwining lives of five teens whose world...
by Barb Langridge | May 17, 2022 | Chick Lit
The sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller Shine! Crazy Rich Asians meets Gossip Girl in this knockout series from Jessica Jung, K-pop legend, fashion icon, and founder of the international luxury brand, Blanc & Eclare. Couture gowns, press parties,...
by Barb Langridge | May 17, 2022 | Graphic Novel / Comics / Manga
Comics artist Mark Leiknes delivers a laugh-out-loud story set in a fantastic world of dragons, rock creatures, and golden loungewear. The Quest Kids are ready for their first real quest. This time, they won’t oversleep, they won’t be put off by a little rain, and...
by Barb Langridge | May 17, 2022 | Realistic/Contemporary Fiction
Aven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling’s Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. Third-grader Aven Green is a real professional musician! She just needs to choose what instrument to...
by Barb Langridge | May 17, 2022 | Picture Book
Mary had a little plan that sprouted on the spot. It all began the day she passed a drab, abandoned lot. Fashion-forward Mary is known for adding flair everywhere she goes. When she spots an abandoned lot in her neighborhood, Mary knows she can use her stylish talent...
by Barb Langridge | May 17, 2022 | Picture Book
A humorous and heartwarming picture book from legendary musician Chris “Ludacris” Bridges about the special bond between father and daughter. Karma and her daddy love to make music together! Karma sets up the rhyme and daddy finishes it. Together,...
by Barb Langridge | May 17, 2022 | Picture Book
Winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal From a critically acclaimed creator comes this summery picture book featuring an overheated—and overwhelmed—pup who finds his calm with some sea, sand, and fresh air. It’s summer in the city, and this hot dog has had enough!...
by Barb Langridge | May 16, 2022 | Fiction
Knock-knock. Who’s there? Blippo and Beep! Blippo and Beep are a pair of silly robot friends. While Blippo is good-natured and eager, Beep is a bit more serious and practical. But when they start to share knock-knock jokes with each other, Blippo doesn’t...
by Barb Langridge | May 16, 2022 | Fiction
This energetic rhyming story is the first in a new Level 1 Ready-to-Read series starring a family of fun-loving monsters and their beloved red truck! Monsters high five. Monsters grin. Monsters hope their truck might win! A family of monsters enter a race with their...
by Barb Langridge | May 16, 2022 | Realistic/Contemporary Fiction
Gigi, a biracial six-year-old girl, learns about her Japanese culture from her grandfather when he comes to visit. Perfect for social emotional learning. Gigi can’t wait for her Ojiji—Japanese grandpa—to move in. Gigi plans lots of things to do with him, like playing...
