Books for Kids and Tweens
August 2025

Recent Releases
Center of the universe / : Center of the Universe
by Abby Hanlon

"Determination to outdo a soccer rival leads Dory and her imaginary friends on out-of-this-world alien adventures"-- Provided by publisher
The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks
by Katie Kirby

You’re invited to follow the diary entries and drawings of 11-year-old Lottie, who’s trying to make it through sixth grade alone since her best friend moved away. There’s plenty of awkwardness and embarrassment, but things do get better for Lottie in this honest, amusing read. For fans of: Raina Telgemeier and Jeff Kinney. (Ages 8-12.)
Candle Island
by Lauren Wolk

"After the death of her father, Lucretia Sanderson and her mother, a famous artist, move to tiny Candle Island, Maine, where she learns the power of art and being true to yourself"
Kickturn
by Brie Spangler

Frustrated by a lonely #lifeontheroad with her influencer parents, Lindy is glad when their family bus breaks down. Now, she can finally try skateboarding in a real skate park...and maybe even make some real friends. Lots of drawings and journal-style writing make this realistic story a breeze to read. (Ages 8-12.)
Another
by Paul Tremblay

Already highly anxious, 12-year-old Casey is extra freaked out when his parents welcome the arrival of Morel, a not-quite-human kid who seems to be made of clay -- clay that’s starting to resemble Casey more and more every day. Perfect for horror fans, this unusual story starts out unsettling and ramps up to downright disturbing. Read-alike: Kenneth Oppel's The Nest. (Ages 10-13.)
Welcome to the forest : the harvest party
by Katie Risor

"Deep in the heart of the Forest lives a handful of monsters. The Forest is home to many creatures, big and small, like: boisterous Mossman, who is much kinder than he looks; cautious but cheerful Wallace; carefree, kind Grumpkin; and a sweet, mysterious entity named Shadow. The creatures prove that every day is an adventure as new discoveries draw them closer together"
Contact your librarian for more great books!
Camden Public Library
55 Main Street,, Camden, Maine 04843
(207) 236-3440

https://www.librarycamden.org/