California, 1939. Eleven-year-old Lark and her family have fled Oklahoma’s Dust Bowl, hoping to make a new life in California. But instead of the land of milk and honey they were promised, they face prejudice, hard work, and life in a farm labor camp. As Lark struggles to adjust, she wonders if California can ever truly feel like home. A powerful story of resilience, courage, and hope in the face of overwhelming obstacles.

 

Twelve-year-old Poe has always dreamed of meeting a ghost, but when he moves into a real-life haunted house, he gets more than he bargained for. His new roommate is Violet, a territorial and slightly annoying 12-year-old ghost, and she’s not the only spirit lurking in the house. When Poe discovers a vengeful entity in the basement, it’s up to him to help both ghosts cross to the other side. Creepy Kid is a hilariously spooky and heartfelt story about grief, moving on, and finding your place in the world.

Experience the magic of Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts with nine stories that can each be read in five minutes or less. Sail through the Jungle Cruise, explore The Haunted Mansion, blast off on Space Mountain, and enjoy adventures inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, “it’s a small world,” and more. Filled with vibrant illustrations and beloved Disney attractions and characters, this collection is perfect for bedtime, story time, or anytime.

Walter the goldendoodle is ready to find his furever home in book #3 of the Just Like Home series! When Walter’s owner moves into assisted living, Ruby and Henry welcome the adorable pup to their family’s animal sanctuary. They soon discover that what Walter needs most is a way to help others. With the help of a local agency, they begin training him as a therapy dog and discover just how much joy Walter can bring to those around him.

Ryan’s dad had a lot of rules: never let others see you cry, never speak Spanish outside the family, and most importantly, never go into the Hungry Forest.
Since his father’s death, Ryan has tried to follow those rules, but his anger keeps getting the better of him. When he and his younger brother Teddy hear their father calling from the forest, Ryan ventures inside, and Teddy follows. Soon, Teddy is captured by a terrifying masked monster.
With monsters closing in and no sign of Dad, Ryan must find his brother and escape the cursed forest before sunrise, or they’ll be trapped there forever.

Jasmine is thrilled to discover she is the Shimmer Dragon. Transported to the Magic Forest, she sprouts wings, gleaming scales, and amazing new powers. But being a Dragon Girl comes with big responsibilities. When a mysterious new queen threatens the forest and comes looking for Jasmine, she must summon her courage and put her powers to the test.

The Alterran Empire hasn’t seen an Unremarkable in centuries...until Lyra Hunt. Cursed with horrible luck, all Lyra wants is a guild to call home, preferably one with a library full of storybooks. Then she discovers the secretive Guild of Scholars and its magical Library. To earn her place, Lyra must recover the Scholars’ lost crystal and brave the Library’s cursed halls with a mischievous furry friend by her side. Lyra may have an Extremely Unremarkable past, but she’ll do whatever it takes to find a place where she belongs.

Mamiachi & Me is a lyrical and empowering picture book about Rosa, who is preparing to perform alongside her mami’s all-female mariachi band. When stage fright sets in, Rosa finds courage through her mamiachi, madrinas, and the joyful sounds of trumpets, guitars, and violins. Celebrating sisterhood, community, and music, this vibrant story offers a unique look at women in the traditionally male-dominated world of mariachi.

Spring break takes a terrifying turn for Mystery James, a girl who lives in a funeral home and can smell ghosts. After a burial, Mystery suspects a ghost is lingering in her home and refuses to leave. With her arachnid companion, Coffin, by her side, she follows the clues through sinister encounters, changing friendships, and a mystery that becomes increasingly personal. Soon, Mystery must confront her deepest fears and uncover the truth behind the supernatural events that have haunted her since childhood.

Princess Lola isn’t your ordinary princess, she’s a pupasus, a royal pup with wings! When the King and Queen leave Friendship Mountain for the day, Lola finally gets her chance to be in charge. But after she creates lots of rules that help only herself, her friends start to get upset. Can Lola make things right before her royal day turns into a royal disaster? Full of illustrations, friendship magic, and princess power!

Newly adopted Snickerdoodle wants to be the perfect pet, but he can’t stop making mistakes. Determined to win over his new family, he decides to be just like their beloved cat, Princess Kitty. But after a day of copycat mishaps, Snickerdoodle discovers he might not need to change after all. A heartwarming story about jealousy, belonging, and staying true to yourself.

Most of our world has been thoroughly investigated, but some mysteries remain unexplained. What happened to the crew of the Mary Celeste? Have people really spotted UFOs? And could strange creatures still be waiting to be discovered? The Unexplained explores baffling disappearances, paranormal events, alien visitors, cryptozoology, and other mysteries from ancient times to today. Perfect for curious readers ready to ponder the unexplained and unleash their inner ghost hunters.

A deeply moving story of family, determination, and hope, Whale follows a young orca who dreams of becoming the matriarch and storyteller of her pod. But when she is captured and taken far from her ocean home, her dream becomes a nightmare. Forced to adapt to life in captivity, Whale finds comfort in unexpected friendships, memories of her family, and her grandmother’s stories. Heartbreaking yet hopeful, this powerful novel explores the harsh realities of captivity and the strength it takes to find joy and hope even in the darkest circumstances.

If Eloise saves the willow tree, can its magic save her dad? Eleven-year-old Eloise’s summer takes an unexpected turn when she discovers Mama Willow, an enormous weeping willow said to hold magic. After finding her dad’s childhood journal, Eloise begins to believe the stories might be true, and she desperately needs them to be. Her dad is recovering from a terrible bike accident, and she hopes Mama Willow’s magical leaves can heal him. But when a developer plans to cut down the tree, Eloise and her new friends race to save it before it’s too late. With her dad’s journal and Mama Willow’s secrets to guide her, Eloise holds tight to one very big wish.