Farther Than the Moon (2023) Lindsay Lackey "Starring an innovative and compassionate character, Farther Than the Moon is a memorable story about rebuilding when plans blow up, reaching across rifts to mend friendships, and working to keep an impossible promise. I love this story to the moon and back!"
The Lion of Lark-Hayes Manor (2023) Aubrey Hartman "The Lion of Lark-Hays Manor is a page-turning novel about an unlikely friendship, the price of granted wishes, and finding one's voice. A magical adventure that reminds us of the power of stories."
Trouble at Turtle Pond (2022) Diana Renn "I was drawn into Miles's story right away, and happily followed him throughout his adventure as he navigated fresh starts, new friendships, and vanishing turtles. An engaging mystery, Trouble At Turtle Pond stars a compassionate character who does the right thing even when it's difficult and fights to protect those who can't protect themselves."
Where the Sky Lives (2022) Margaret Dilloway "I have a new favorite character in Tuesday Beals, who faces changes in her family, friendships, and home with strength and humor. While navigating through loss and grief, Tuesday keeps fighting to protect what's most important. Where the Stars Live is a captivating, memorable story and a hopeful reminder that small actions make a big difference."
Honestly Elliott (2022) Gillian McDunn "Starring a sweet and messy kid tackling problems that will bring laughter and tears, Honestly Elliott has all the ingredients for a memorable story."
What About Will? (2021) Ellen Hopkins "There's a new crowd of Ellen Hopkins fans on the horizon! Hopkins tackles tough subjects with honesty and compassion, woven in brilliant verse as always, now in a novel for younger readers. This beautifully written book about the strength of family shows us that even someone who doesn't feel at home anywhere can find a place to belong."
The Kate in Between (2021) Claire Swinarski "An engaging and inspiring novel about standing up for what's right, being your authentic self, and finding the strength to use your voice."
365 Days to Alaska (2021) Cathy Carr "Readers will want to travel alongside Rigel as she struggles to survive the halls of middle school as well as she did the Alaskan bush. 365 Days to Alaska is a wonderful debut novel about compassion, belonging, and finding your way home when you feel lost in the wilderness."
Turtle Boy (2020) M Evan Wolkenstein "A story about what it means to be brave when all you want to do is hide in your shell. Everyone deserves a friend like Will Levine."
