November 2026 list by K. Pearson |
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Across Enchanted Lands Vol. 24
by Dana Simpson
Follow Phoebe, a clever and quirky 10-year-old, and her best friend Marigold Heavenly Nostrils--a dazzling unicorn with a flair for drama--as they navigate school, friendship, and misfiring magic spells with clever dialogue and just the right amount of snark. This book features: A joyful celebration of imagination and individuality. Strong, sparkling female friendship at its heart. Social-emotional themes woven throughout.
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The Adventures of Tubby Nugget: Big Robot Invasion Vol. 2
by Jenine Pastores
Ever since Tubby Nugget escaped his planet and arrived on Earth, he couldn't be happier to call it home. But his peaceful life is suddenly interrupted when a tiny robot named J.O.H.N crash-lands his spaceship right into Josh and Jenine's kitchen. His mission: to bring Tubby back to Nuggetville and force him to turn golden once and for all. Can Tubby convince the robot to let him stay, or will he have to say goodbye to his friends forever?
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Baby-Sitters Little Sister Vol. 13: Karen's New Year
by Ann M. Martin
For New Year's Eve, Karen thinks everyone should make a promise. Hannie is going to stop biting her nails. Kristy promises not to talk to her boyfriend about softball on the phone so much. And Karen makes the most promises of all -- nine. But pretty soon, everyone starts breaking their promises. And Karen's brothers and sisters are calling her a spy. Poor Karen. Why is everyone bad at making New Year's promises except her?
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Beasts to Buddies!: How Cats and Dogs Became Our Friends
by Don Brown
Beasts to Buddies tells the history of dogs and cats, an evolving journey through the ages, from the wild to the mild--narrated by Bummer and Lazarus, a couple of stray dogs who captured the hearts of San Franciscans in the 1860s. Acclaimed author-illustrator Don Brown takes readers on a journey through history and around the world, from the evolution and taming of wolves 40,000-20,000 years ago, to the revered cats of ancient Egypt, to the birth of the barnyard, and to the present day, when pets are part of our families.
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Dog Man Vol. 15: A Sprinkle in Time
by Dav Pilkey
Mischievous villain Grampa is back with more lies and trickery as he alters the fabric of time, turning Dog Man's world upside down. And to top it off, Nurse Lady has been kidnapped by the Space Cuties and imprisoned on Planet Precious with Li'l Petey and Molly. Our heroes Dog Man, Petey, and Chief blast off aboard Petey's Space Shark to rescue their friends from the evil Professor Puddin' Pop. But when their spaceship is swallowed up and destroyed, their mission takes a dangerous turn. Who will light the way when hope dangles by a single, trembling thread? Who will step up and save the day?
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Donut Squad: Take Over the World!
by Neill Cameron
Meet Sprinkles, the leader of the squad; Jammyboi, who spreads stickiness EVERYWHERE; Dadnut and Lil' Timmy, who explain obscure facts, and Spronky, who is bizarrely unconventional! But don't mention the arch-nemeses of the donuts… the bagels, who are secretly plotting Donut Squad's doom!
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Frankenstein
by Book Author
A young scientist challenges the rules of reality when he crafts life from flesh and bone. Victor Frankenstein pushes the boundaries of science to create life from scratch--only for things to spiral out of control when his creation proves too much to bear. Now, haunted by his mistakes, Victor must make peace with, or destroy, what he made before it comes after everyone he loves.
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Front Desk
by Kelly Yang
Mia Tang has a lot of secrets. Number 1: She lives in a motel, not a big house. Every day, while her immigrant parents clean the rooms, ten-year-old Mia manages the front desk of the Calivista Motel and tends to its guests. Number 2: Her parents hide immigrants. And if the mean motel owner, Mr. Yao, finds out they've been letting them stay in the empty rooms for free, the Tangs will be doomed. Number 3: She wants to be a writer. But how can she when her mom thinks she should stick to math because English is not her first language? It will take all of Mia's courage, kindness, and hard work to get through this year.
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Haunted Comic Club
by Josh Tierney
Will and Anita are two lonely tweens who find themselves alone together in the art room of the local after school club. After gushing over each other's work--Will's writing and Anita's art--the two team up to make their own comic about a local urban legend--a teen counselor who haunts the club after a tragic demise. Anita and Will research the ghost and develop their story, forming a strong friendship. But can they overcome bullies at the club and problems at home to become great friends and collaborators?
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Hilo: The Holiday Special
by Judd Winick
Hilo and friends are ready for holiday fun, until a giant, super-grumpy snowman crashes the celebration. Can they figure out what he wants before the big holiday party? The gifts are wrapped and Hilo and the gang are enjoying some holiday togetherness. Sure, it would be better if the skating pond wasn't blocked off. And if someone wasn't stealing trees from the tree lot. AND if a giant, super grumpy snowman wasn't going around destroying things. But what's a holiday without holiday surprises? Can Hilo and friends figure out what the snowman wants before D.J.'s big family party?
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Life Is Sweet
by Wendy Mass
In 1952, four friends in the small town of Brookdale dream of something bigger. Sam hopes to enter a national candy-making contest, Frank wants to create extraordinary maps, Evy longs to perform magic, and Henry dreams of making the world's fluffiest marshmallows. As they work together to chase their goals, they discover the power of friendship, creativity, and believing in themselves. A warm, charming story filled with heart, humor, and sweet adventures.
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Little Women
by Book Author
Enter the cozy, creative and colorful world of the March sisters as they each negotiate the path from childhood to womanhood. Meet beautiful, traditional and kind Meg; Jo, the rebellious tomboy writer; gentle and shy peacemaker Beth; and feisty artist Amy, the baby of the family. The girls live in Massachusetts with their adored mother Marmee, in genteel poverty, while their father is far away fighting in the American Civil War. As the story unfolds, the girls meet new characters and must face the challenges and opportunities life will hold for them, including marriage, work, domesticity and education.
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Magic Tree House: Christmas in Camelot
by Mary Pope Osborne
Jack and Annie travel in the Magic Tree House to King Arthur's Camelot for Christmas. When Jack and Annie receive an invitation to spend Christmas Eve in Camelot--a magical place that exists only in myth and fantasy--they know they are in for their biggest adventure yet. What they don't know is that the invitation will send them on a quest to save Camelot from a curse. Can they succeed even though Camelot's greatest knights have failed?
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Mixed Feelings Vol. 2: Mixed Signals
by Sara Amini
Seventh grader Sara seems to have everything going her way: a spot on the volleyball team, a role in drama club, and a crush who finally notices her. But balancing competing interests, confusing friendships, and shifting expectations quickly becomes overwhelming. Caught between childhood and growing up, Sara must figure out who she is and where she belongs in this funny, relatable graphic novel about navigating the ups and downs of middle school.
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Nell of Gumbling: My Holiday Diary
by Emma Steinkellner
As the holiday season arrives in the magical town of Gumbling, Nell finds herself in charge of the annual holiday show alongside Sam, a new student who has very different ideas about how things should be run. Between clashing personalities, a surprise crush, and a haunted theater, Nell has her hands full. This charming middle-grade fantasy blends friendship, humor, first crushes, and holiday magic in a delightful winter adventure.
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Pokémon: Scarlet & Violet Vol. 6
by Hidenori Kusaka
Violet Lang calls himself the Prince of Speed and races across the Paldea region in search of the Herba Mystica that will give his Pokemon the ultimate speed. Scarlet Koito is a Treasure Hunter in search of the Treasures of Ruin. Together they are Scarlet and Violet, and ready to take on new adventures and challenges. With the Gym Battle against Iono finished and the raid upon Schedar Squad underway, Violet finds himself in an intense battle with Mela. Can Scarlet defeat the Lurking Steel Titan?
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Snoopy: Suppertime! Vol. 19
by Charles M. Schulz
Join Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the Peanuts gang in this fun collection of classic comic strips selected especially for young readers. Filled with humor, imagination, and heart, the book highlights Snoopy's most memorable adventures, from playing the World War I Flying Ace to dreaming up stories atop his doghouse. Presented in full color, it's a delightful introduction to the timeless world of Peanuts.
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Sonic the Hedgehog: On the Go Vol. 4
by Ian Flynn
Catch up on Sonic's adventures in this action-packed collection featuring fan-favorite villains and heroes. Dr. Starline teams up with some of Sonic's greatest enemies to carry out a new scheme, while Team Sonic and their friends tackle races, rescues, mysterious towers, and Dr. Eggman's latest plans. Filled with fast-paced action, humor, and teamwork, this pocket-sized graphic novel is perfect for Sonic fans eager for more adventures with Sonic, Tails, Amy, and the rest of the gang.
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Theia: The Little Planet Who Made the Seasons
by Saskia Gwinn
Meet Theia, the small planet whose collision with Earth changed the solar system forever. Through comic-style illustrations, humor, and fascinating science facts, this engaging nonfiction adventure explores how the Moon was formed, why Earth tilts, and how the seasons began. Packed with STEM learning and accessible storytelling, it's a fun introduction to astronomy for curious young readers and future space enthusiasts.
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You Wish Vol. 3: Crunch Time
by Jeff Victor
Avery's adventures continue when her mother's mysterious illness sends her, Gribblet, and their new ally Solong back into the magical genie world in search of a cure. Pursued by a relentless bounty hunter and threatened by a powerful enemy emerging from the past, the friends must race against time to uncover hidden secrets and stop dark forces from gaining control. This exciting fantasy graphic novel is filled with magic, danger, friendship, and imaginative world-building.
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