New and Coming Soon Picture Books
November 2025
 
Picture Books
The wildest thing by Emily Winfield Martin
The wildest thing
by Emily Winfield Martin

A little girl named Eleanor lets her inner 'wild' in as she unleashes her imagination, allowing her individuality and wonder to shine in everyday situations
Walt Disney's Cinderella : 75th Anniversary Edition by Brittany Mazique
Walt Disney's Cinderella : 75th Anniversary Edition
by Brittany Mazique

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Tulip's mess by Anden Wilder
Tulip's mess
by Anden Wilder

"A little girl must confront her growing mess after it swallows her most beloved stuffed toy"
This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book by Brian Gehrlein
This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book
by Brian Gehrlein

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Rain and the reading horse by Maria Gianferrari
Rain and the reading horse
by Maria Gianferrari

"When a shy young girl attends a school program to read to a horse called Snow, she doesn't know what to expect--other than to be nervous about reading aloud. Her words often get stuck, but Snow's calm and reassuring company slowly builds her confidence"
Piccolo by Dan Yaccarino
Piccolo
by Dan Yaccarino

Piccolo, a cheerful, Vespa-riding shrew, plans to spend the day visiting his favorite places, but when his friends need help, he happily zips around town to lend a hand
My grandma and grandpa rock! by Pat Benatar
My grandma and grandpa rock!
by Pat Benatar

A celebration of grandparents from all walks of life, highlighting their unique talents, passions, and ability to rock in their own way
Making Art by Diana Ejaita
Making Art
by Diana Ejaita

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A knot is not a tangle by Daniel Nayeri
A knot is not a tangle
by Daniel Nayeri

"With lyrical text and stunning illustrations, this picture book tells the story of an Iranian boy who makes a family rug with his grandmother and learns the beauty and purpose of imperfection"-- Provided by publisher
I'm very busy / :  A Nearly Forgotten Birthday Book by Oliver Jeffers
I'm very busy / : A Nearly Forgotten Birthday Book
by Oliver Jeffers

"It's Bridget's birthday, and she thinks it would be fun to spend the day with friends. But Royal has places to go, Rodney has to see a man about a dog, Regis has to wash his hair, and Pearl has a list of items she needs to cross off as quickly as she can. Bridget's friends are all too busy to hang out! Will Bridget have to spend her birthday all alone?"
If I built a town by Chris Van Dusen
If I built a town
by Chris Van Dusen

"A boy imagines all the things he would include if he were creating a perfect town"-- Provided by publisher
The Humble Pie by Jory John
The Humble Pie
by Jory John

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Board Books
Wind whirls by Mâelina Mangal
Wind whirls
by Mâelina Mangal

On a wintry walk, two young children learn the importance of togetherness as they experience the sounds and sensations of the wind
Too Early by Nora Ericson
Too Early
by Nora Ericson

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Let's Make Pancakes : See It, Say It, Cook It, Eat It! by Jamie Oliver
Let's Make Pancakes : See It, Say It, Cook It, Eat It!
by Jamie Oliver

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If You're Happy and You Know It Asl by Annie Kubler
If You're Happy and You Know It Asl
by Annie Kubler

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I'm a Big Rig! by Nancy Cohen
I'm a Big Rig!
by Nancy Cohen

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Busy Little Bee : A High-contrast Baby Book by Stephanie Meyers
Busy Little Bee : A High-contrast Baby Book
by Stephanie Meyers

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