Framed through the lens of competitive eating, Slider by Pete Hautman is a witty, amusing and surprisingly heartfelt book about family, finding yourself, and fitting in. David can eat an entire sixteen-inch pepperoni pizza in four minutes and thirty-six seconds. Not bad. But he knows he can do better. In fact, he'll have to do... Continue Reading →
The first time I noticed Zero Repeat Forever by Gabrielle Prendergast, it was because that stunning cover caught my eye and I just couldn't stop marveling over it. The second time was when I actually read the synopsis about a teen girl who forms an unlikely alliance with one of the aliens invading her home.... Continue Reading →
Easily one of the cutest picture books I've ever seen, There's a Monster in Your Book by Tom Fletcher and illustrated by Greg Abbott will be the next bedtime story hit. With the irresistible pull of Herve Tullet's Press Here and the charm of The Monster at the End of This Book, Tom Fletcher's inviting... Continue Reading →
Today, we're kicking off the blog tour for BB-8 on the Run by Drew Daywalt & Matt Meyers, an adorable new picture book about everyone's favorite droid. Keep reading to learn more and for your chance to win a copy! When BB-8 is separated from his master, Poe Dameron, on the lonely desert planet of... Continue Reading →
We've got the winners from a couple recent contests to share with you! Be sure to check out our latest giveaways here for more opportunities to win cool prizes. Percy Jackson Coloring Book The winner of the new Percy Jackson coloring book and colored pencil set is: Tanya H. The World's Greatest Adventure Machine Contest... Continue Reading →
Either you or your kids have just gone back to school recently, or you/they are about to. So why not take a little Styled by Books inspiration to the classroom this year? Today, we've got a special Back to School edition of Styled by Books, and it's all about your Hogwarts house. I'm a proud... Continue Reading →
Today, we've got a sneak peek at the new book from YouTube stars Gaby Dunn and Allison Raskin, I Hate Everyone But You -- a story told through texts, emails, etc. following two best friends as they embark on separate college journeys. Check out a sneak peek below, then keep reading for your chance to... Continue Reading →
A gut-wrenching story about mortality, loss, love, and life, They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera offers readers a sharp perspective on what it means to live. On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They're going to die today. Mateo... Continue Reading →
A sequel to the beloved Uni the Unicorn, Uni the Unicorn & the Dream Come True by Amy Krouse Roshenthal and Brigette Barrager is a magical book that will make you believe in believing. Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Brigette Barrager reunite to bring us a sparkly, magical sequel to Uni the Unicorn! The Land of... Continue Reading →
The trials of middle school get a medieval twist in All's Faire in Middle School by Victoria Jamieson, the newest middle grade graphic novel from the author of the Newbery Honor book Roller Girl. Eleven-year-old Imogene (Impy) has grown up with two parents working at the Renaissance Faire, and she's eager to begin her own training as... Continue Reading →
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