Books for Kids and Tweens
 March 2026

Recent Releases
Harper Sharp: Kid Detective
by Jarrett Williams

Artist. Detective. Fifth-grader. Harper Sharp already has a lot going on, but when vandalism threatens the inventor's fair at school, he's determined to crack the case.
Frank the Monster by Mats Strandberg
Frank the Monster
by Mats Strandberg

After a mysterious dog bite on Frank's ninth birthday, frightening encounters lead to his discovery that he is the shapeshifter. But even in his monster form, Frank is still a boy inside--with a strong urge to have his tummy scratched! Forced to own his new identity, Frank learns about the town's secret underbelly. 
The Cursed Spotlight: Adventure Stories for K-Pop Fans (Book 2) by Mina Finch
The Cursed Spotlight: Adventure Stories for K-Pop Fans (Book 2)
by Mina Finch

Every year, one trainee is chosen for the coveted Spotlight Solo, but legends say every winner is cursed. When Nari is selected, her anxieties about the curse spiral, and her group of friends fractures under fear until Taeyang uncovers the truth behind the curse. 
The Ordinary and Extraordinary Auden Greene by Corey Ann Haydu
The Ordinary and Extraordinary Auden Greene
by Corey Ann Haydu

Auden "Denny" Greene loves creating stories with her friend Runa in their imaginary land of Sorrowfeld. But now that they're twelve, Runa seems ready to give up on the magic of Sorrowfeld, just when Denny gets pulled right into its world of dragons and princesses.
Huck 'n' Hairball and the Litterbox Time Machine by Rich Moyer
Huck 'n' Hairball and the Litterbox Time Machine
by Rich Moyer

Huck the cat does NOT like change. But when his best friend Hairball  creates the Litterbox Time Machine, Huck accidentally sets in motion a series of events that breaks the universe and ruins his string of unchanging days.
Fgteev: The Big Shrink!: A Graphic Novel by Fgteev
FGteev: The Big Shrink!: A Graphic Novel
by Fgteev

The FGTeeV family is headed to Playtime Fun Park for roller coasters, arcade games, and even gurkey turkey! The only thing is, Glitch, Xyle, and Boomer are at the park, too, on the hunt for the Power of Imagination gemstone. Will the trio find the gemstone and take over the world?
Graphic Novel Round-Up
The New Girl
by Cassandra Calin

After moving with her family from Romania to Montreal, 13-year-old artist Lia has to find new friends, learn to speak French, and deal with painful periods. With so many changes happening at once, Lia struggles and can't help but wonder: will she ever feel like herself again?
The Mighty Bite
by Nathan Hale

When friends Bite and Amber -- a not-actually-extinct trilobite and a walking whale -- meet a paleo-journalist who introduces them to internet videos, their quest for fame turns into a video battle among prehistoric creatures.
We Are Big Time
by Hena Khan; illustrated by Safiya Zerrougui

Starting 9th grade at an Islamic school, Aliya joins the struggling basketball team. As the all-hijabi team improves, they have to face the pressure of the spotlight as they strengthen their skills and their Muslim identities.
Blue Stars: The Vice Principal Problem
by Kekla Magoon and Cynthia Leitich Smith; illustrated by Molly Murakami

Even though they're part of the same Black and Muscogee family, cousins Maya and Riley don't get along...until they find a common enemy in the vice principal who's ruining their middle school! 
The Ribbon Skirt
by Cameron Mukwa

With a powwow coming up, Anishinaabe 10-year-old Anang begins a real-life quest to make their own ribbon skirt and connect with spirits (including some snarky turtles) along the way, in this graphic novel created by a two-spirit author/illustrator.
Contact your librarian for more great books!
Smyrna Public Library
100 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, Georgia 30080
770-431-2860

www.smyrna-library.com