August 2026 list by Angie R. |
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America, I'm So Glad You Were Born
by Ainsley Earhardt
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Ainsley Earhardt comes a new picture book joyfully celebrating what makes the United States of America so extraordinary!
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America's Founding Myths
by Christy Mihaly
Uncover the truth behind 15 American history myths in this hilariously bold, infographic deep dive that explores where these stories we've heard over and over again came from.
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A Day Off School
by Oliver Jeffers
A hilarious picture book from the mind of #1 New York Times bestselling creator Oliver Jeffers, about what incredible things you might miss if you take the day off school...A whole day off school ALL TO HIMSELF When Herbie has the sniffles, he stays home from school. It's exciting to have time to play Space Blasters and watch cartoons. But by lunchtime, he wonders what fun he might be missing at school. What if there's an extra playtime, a dog on the loose...or even A PIRATE INVASION?
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The Four Seasons of Florence Wallace
by Kirstie Myvett
This historical novel about a Black orphan girl grappling for a solid place in Civil War-era New York City will inspire tweens to dream big, rise above society's limitations, and find their way by being a place for others to belong. As Florence grapples with orphanage life and escapes the 1863 Draft Riots, she discovers unknown courage inside her.
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Frankenkitty
by Maudie Powell-Tuck
A laugh-out-loud gothic picture book for ages 3–7, featuring Frankenkitty—a sweet but misunderstood stitched-together kitten who gets blamed for every strange mishap in his haunted castle. With Olive’s help, can he find his way home? A fun, spooky read-aloud with playful horror twists and eye-catching artwork.
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The Frog Princess and Peter Pan
by Kim Bussing
What if the Frog Princess met Peter Pan? In this fairy tale–meets–Freaky Friday adventure, Princess Lissie of Neverland, cursed to become a frog each night, is magically swapped into Wendy Darling’s world. As Wendy finds herself facing pirates and danger, Lissie must evade Peter Pan and discover her own path to a happy ending.
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Fútbol Is Life! / ¡Fútbol es vida!
by Cristo Fernández
Inspired by Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernández’s life, this bilingual English-Spanish picture book follows young Cristobalito as an injury keeps him off the soccer field and opens the door to new passions, family traditions, and personal growth. A joyful story of resilience, culture, and courage.
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The Haunting of Walker Pond
by Nancy Tandon
A leader-in-training at her beloved summer camp must break a decades-old curse in this middle grade companion to The Ghost of Spruce Point. When Frankie Wilkins discovers a ghost is trying to reveal the truth behind a local legend, she and her fellow LITs must break every camp rule to save their campers before tragedy strikes again.
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Life on the Moon
by Matthew Swanson
The extraordinary tale of a curious boy sent to live on the Moon, the wondrous discoveries he makes, and the courage it takes to speak a truth no one wants to believe. Twelve-year-old Leo joins the first Moon colony, only to have his father vanish on a mission authorities claim never happened. As Leo searches for answers, he discovers a Moon teeming with extraordinary life—and a dangerous secret that everyone insists doesn't exist.
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Lydia Cooper Is a Lie
by Meaghan McIsaac
A twisty upper middle grade thriller about Lydia, a girl who unknowingly lives in witness protection. After creating a secret social media account, she accidentally exposes her identity and sets off a dangerous chain of events. Separated from her overprotective father and on the run, Lydia must uncover the truth about her past—and decide who she can trust.
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Mac & Cheese
by Michael L. Benner
The Bad Seed meets The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors in this pasta-tively hilarious tale of the most iconic friendship of all time: Mac & Cheese. When Mac, a friendly noodle from Pastaland, and Cheese, the king of Quesoland, each set out in search of a friend, they discover they may be exactly what the other has been missing. A heartwarming and pun-filled origin story perfect for young readers.
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Mad Professor
by Mark Frauenfelder
A fun-filled collection of science experiments featuring slime, putty, crystal gardens, mini robots, and more—all made from everyday household items. Presented as the recovered notebook of the mysterious Professor Zoober, this engaging book combines hands-on projects with quirky retro-comic style illustrations.
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The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy
by Angela Cervantes
From Pura Belpré Honor recipient Angela Cervantes, The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy follows 12-year-old sleuth Diez Espada as he races to recover the stolen World Cup trophy before the championship match. With help from his crush, Rio, and famed Detective Enzo, Diez must solve the case in a fast-paced adventure filled with humor, heart, and fútbol.
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The New Prophecy
by Erin Hunter
When a prophecy warns of a looming threat, ThunderClan warrior Brambleclaw leads a group of cats on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth. As tensions grow in the forest, the Clans face increasing turmoil. This full-color graphic novel adaptation retells the first two books of the second Warriors arc.
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The Princess Diaries
by Meg Cabot
#1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot’s The Princess Diaries returns as a full-color graphic novel. When awkward freshman Mia Thermopolis learns that her father is the crown prince of Genovia, she discovers she’s a princess—and her life is about to change forever.
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Sleepless
by Gordon Korman
From the #1 bestselling author of Restart comes the story of five kids who suddenly no longer need sleep. Keeping their sleeplessness a secret, they use their extra hours to get ahead—until they discover they're not alone and begin searching for the mysterious reason they're awake every night.
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Spider-Man: Mighty Mayhem!
by Mike Maihack
Spider-Man teams up with a frog-sized Thor, Valkyrie, and the Warriors Three in this action-packed fourth Mighty Marvel Team-Up graphic novel. After Enchantress scatters Odin's powerful artifacts across the Nine Realms, Spidey and his friends race to recover them before she does—and puts every realm in danger.
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Sweater
by Larissa Theule
An unforgettable picture book about the power of kindness and the importance of community. As Holly takes her morning stroll in the thicket, she comes across a small bird. It was plain to see he'd been through some things. The bird is alone and trying to find shelter for the winter. And Holly knows exactly what to do to help. Illustrating the transformative role a community can play in caring for its members, The Sweater is a powerful and poignant tale of compassion and acceptance.
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The Trojan Horse
by Stephanie True Peters
The Greek goddesses can be competitive-especially when it comes to being the fairest. When Aphrodite, the goddess of love, wins the title, it kicks off a ten-year battle between the Greeks and the Trojans. Find out who comes out on top-and how the Trojan horse came to be-in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.
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Wolf's Belly
by John August
An engaging and surprising retelling of Little Red Riding Hood that follows Lu (aka Little Red) and her grandmother into the wolf's belly--a magical dimension home to all the wolf has ever eaten. Perfect for fans of LIGHTFALL and THIS WAS OUR PACT.
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