New & Noteworthy Kids’ Books

Ride along with Uni on a magical adventure to help the Tooth Fairy! Are you a helper like Uni the unicorn?

The Davenports delivers a totally escapist, swoon-worthy romance while offering a glimpse into a period of African American history often overlooked. Inspired by the real-life story of the Patterson family, The Davenports is the tale of four determined and passionate young Black women discovering the courage to steer their own path in life — and love.

Would you make a deal with a magical tiger? This uplifting story brings Korean folklore to life as a girl goes on a quest to unlock the power of stories and save her grandmother. Now in paperback!

Chris loves his long, curly hair, so why do his classmates tease him about it? Actor Marchánt Davis’s uplifting picture book debut encourages us all to look beyond hairstyles — reminding us that styles come and go — and to celebrate one another for who we are. #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Keturah A. Bobo’s stunning art brings Chris and his mirror to vibrant life.

Jim Panzee, star of the #1 New York Times bestselling Grumpy Monkey series, is very grumpy when his plans for the day are ruined when Oxpecker persuades him to babysit her egg.

A super fun coloring book perfect for fans of Bluey! Color in a game of Grannies, a Fancy Restaurant, Muffin dancing as a ballerina, and more! This coloring book has over 64 pages packed with Bluey playing all of her favorite games with Bingo, Mum, Dad, and her friends and family. Perfect for road trips, a rainy day, plane rides, and more!

Besties Pizza and Taco are ready to rock out! They have a cool band name! And some instruments — sort of. Songs? Well, even without mad musical skills, how hard can it be? This super-silly graphic novel series by Stephen Shaskan hits a new high note!

The first picture book by bestselling novelist Emma Straub, author of This Time Tomorrow, this is a joyous, inventive, adorably illustrated read-aloud that will inspire kids to see ordinary objects in a whole new way.

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Brown Sisters trilogy, comes a laugh-out-loud story about a quirky content creator and a clean-cut athlete testing their abilities to survive the great outdoors — and each other.

Real or imaginary, geekdom is where it’s at in this multi-genre YA anthology that celebrates “the geek,” with stories by some of today’s top bestselling, critically acclaimed Black authors.

The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series is ready to whisk you away across the world with Jack and Annie, this time to the African savanna, where a majestic rhino needs saving!

The late Civil Rights activist and Congressman John Lewis is the 29th hero in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 9.

In a fallen kingdom, one girl carries the key to discovering the secrets of her nation’s past — and unleashing the demons that sleep at its heart. An epic fantasy series inspired by the mythology and folklore of ancient China.

The author of What Lane? and Tight delivers a fast-paced read that packs a punch about a boy figuring out how to best use his hands — to build or to knock down.

Nova Albright was going to be the first Black homecoming queen at Lovett High — but now she’s dead. Murdered on coronation night. Fans of One of Us Is Lying and The Other Black Girl will love this unputdownable thriller.

From critically acclaimed author Lucy Ruth Cummins and Pete Oswald, New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Sour Grape, comes a rhyming bedtime tale featuring brand new picture book character Sleepy Sheepy, a sheep who is definitely NOT sleepy!

Created in partnership with Ebony Jr., this captivating Little Golden Book biography celebrates Beyoncé’s rise from a shy little girl to a world-famous superstar.

Can Lawrence figure out how to get on the board, even though the odds are stacked against him? Introducing a powerful novel about family, forgiveness, and figuring out who you are when you don’t make the rules — just right for middle-grade fans of Nic Stone and Jason Reynolds.