The Last Fallen Star by Graci Kim is a middle-grade fantasy novel that follows Riley Oh, a girl from a family of magical healers who was adopted and lacks magic herself. Desperate to prove her worth, she embarks on a quest to find a legendary fallen star when her sister is threatened by dark forces. Blending Korean mythology with themes…
Positively Izzy follows the journey of Izzy, a spirited middle school girl struggling to find her place and embrace her uniqueness. As she navigates friendships and self-acceptance, Izzy learns to celebrate her individuality and discover her true self. With engaging illustrations and relatable themes, this graphic novel captures the ups and downs of growing up in a heartfelt and humorous…
Sisters is a graphic memoir that follows Raina Telgemeier's complicated relationship with her younger sister, Amara. During a family road trip, the sisters' sibling rivalry comes to the forefront, with flashbacks revealing their ups and downs over the years. Filled with humor and heart, Sisters explores family dynamics, sibling bonds, and growing up, all through Raina’s signature vibrant illustrations.
Guts is a graphic memoir by Raina Telgemeier that explores her childhood struggles with anxiety and stomach issues. As she navigates the ups and downs of middle school, Raina’s fears begin to affect her daily life, leading her to seek help. With humor and heart, Guts is a relatable and encouraging story about mental health, friendships, and finding the courage…
Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life by James Patterson follows Rafe Khatchadorian, a sixth-grader who decides to break every rule in his school’s handbook. With humor and heart, Rafe embarks on this wild journey to make middle school more exciting, all while dealing with bullies, family struggles, and his own insecurities. Packed with illustrations and laugh-out-loud moments, this…
The short description for Dork Diaries 7: Tales from a Not-So-Glam TV Star captures the excitement and chaos in Nikki Maxwell's life. In this installment, Nikki is followed by a reality TV crew while she and her friends, Chloe and Zoey, work on recording their hit song. With voice lessons, dance practice, and the antics of her little sister Brianna…
In Tales from a Not-So-Smart Miss Know-It-All, the fifth book in the Dork Diaries series by Rachel Renée Russell, Nikki Maxwell takes on a new role as an advice columnist for her school newspaper to keep her crush, Brandon, out of the mean girl MacKenzie’s gossip column. As Nikki begins to navigate her new responsibilities, she finds herself overwhelmed with…
In "Tales from a Not-So-Grateful Princess," the fourth book of the Dork Diaries series, Nikki Maxwell is on a mission to save her local animal shelter after discovering that her crush, Brandon, volunteers there. Teaming up with her friends Chloe and Zoey, they enter an ice-skating competition to raise funds but must contend with their rival, MacKenzie, who complicates their…
Tales from a Not-So-Popular Party Girl is a hilarious and relatable exploration of the social struggles of a girl trying to navigate the party scene. With a series of awkward encounters and embarrassing moments, she learns that fitting in isn’t as important as being true to herself. This charming book delivers laugh-out-loud anecdotes and heartfelt lessons about friendship, self-acceptance, and…
Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star is a humorous journey through the chaotic life of an aspiring pop star who navigates the music industry with more enthusiasm than talent. Filled with laugh-out-loud mishaps, disastrous auditions, and quirky encounters, this book captures the ups and downs of chasing fame while reminding readers that success is about perseverance and embracing life's imperfections.…
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Do-It-Yourself Book is an interactive addition to the popular series by Jeff Kinney. Unlike the main books, this one encourages readers to create their own stories and drawings using prompts and templates. It includes sections for diary entries, comic strips, and other fun activities that let fans immerse themselves in the world of Greg Heffley.…
Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, a new play by Jack Thorne,?Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage. The play will receive its world premiere in London?s West End on July 30, 2016.
