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Notes From Black ReadsJ. Elle’s whimsical middle grade debut about a 12-year-old girl who enters a baking contest to save her inner-city magic s...

The plucky, troublemaking Akissi is back with her mischief on The Ivory Coast! This time, she has to keep herself from drowning, stand up to a bu...

A humorous, heartfelt, and fashion-filled contemporary novel about Macy Weaver, a young girl struggling with how to be her true self and make a bes...

It's a summer of family, friendship, and fun fiascos in this acclaimed novel that's as irresistible as a fresh-baked cookie. Ellis Bailey Johnso...

The third book in the Dyamonde Daniels series, by bestselling author Nikki Grimes, is perfect for fans of the Keena Ford, Judy Moody, and Magnifi...

A ten-day suspension has tweens De'Kari and Ebony seeing the world with a fresh perspective. Don't miss this poignant novel in verse from the awa...

Notes From Black ReadsA touching friendship tale from Newbery Medalist Meg Medina, accompanied by Sonia Sanchez’s emotionful illustrations, Evel...

The second book from critically acclaimed author Leslie C. Youngblood, about family, identity, and learning to stand up for what's right — now in...

In the third book in this magical series for tweens, June must juggle friendship, first love, and the fallout from a newly discovered family secret...

June can't tell a lie - and that made for a lot of drama even before she joined her school musical! Tween readers won't want to miss this relatable...

Middle school is hard--but it's way harder when a fairy godmother puts you under a truth-telling spell! June has always been a people-pleaser, tell...

It's the hottest, stickiest day of the summer. A fat-sun-in-the-sky day. An eating-ice-pops-on-the-porch day. And for Kishi and Renée, it's a bes...

Princess Truly shares her kindness, optimism, and can-do attitude with her friends, in these rhyming stories perfect for beginning readers!Pick a...

Princess Truly shares her kindness, optimism, and can-do attitude with her friends, in these rhyming stories perfect for beginning readers!Pick a...

A celebration of bicycles, cooperation, and the resourcefulness of children everywhereIn a Tanzanian village school, Anna struggles to keep up. Her...

A coming-of-age tale about a boy who proves that with superhero courage—and a few great sidekicks—you can take on even the toughest of odds. Adap...

Starting middle school is no joke! Isaiah Dunn has more to say in the sequel to the award-winning novel Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero. Friendship, communi...

Notes From Black ReadsNormally, two best friends crushing on the same guy would be a recipe for drama, but for Kate and Anderson, that's par for...

Notes From Black ReadsThis YA debut is perfect for fans of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and will keep readers captivated as they read Harrison and L...

Notes From Black ReadsWhen King’s brother Khalid dies unexpectedly, he’s left reeling with Khalid’s final advice to end his friendship with his ...

On market day, Mama Panya's son Adika invites everyone he sees to a pancake dinner. How will Mama Panya ever feed them all? This clever and heart...

Friends from different backgrounds come together in a heartwarming picture book that is perfect for Passover, from beloved children's book author...

"Some books are downright fun, and Right Where I Left You is one . . . Winters sends a quiet but important message that queer Black and brown kid...