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Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing
RIGHTS GUIDE
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING DIVISION
PICTURE BOOKS AND NOVELTIES
CONTACTS
CONTACTS FOR ALL US AND UK PICTURE BOOKS AND BOLOGNA 2019
NOVELTY TITLES WORLDWIDE AND UK FICTION: TABLE OF
Stephanie Purcell
Group Rights Director
stephanie.purcell@simonandschuster.co.uk
CONTENTS
Maud Sepult
Deputy Rights Director
maud.sepult@simonandschuster.co.uk
Amy Fletcher
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Senior Rights Manager
amy.fletcher@simonandschuster.co.uk
Picture Books and Novelties Contacts
Nino Tarkhan-Mouravi
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Senior Rights Executive
nino.tarkhan-mouravi@simonandschuster.co.uk
Novelties
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FOREIGN AGENTS WE USE INCLUDE:
KOREA
KCC Agency
Ms. Rockyoung Lee, kids@kccseoul.com
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TAIWAN
Bardon Chinese Media Agency
Ms. Jian-Mei Wang, jianmei@bardonchinese.com 30 US Fiction
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CHINA
Bardon Chinese Media Agency
Ms. Shirley Vivi, shirley.vivi@bardonchinese.com UK Fiction
JAPAN
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Japan Uni Agency
Mr. Takeshi Oyama, takeshi.oyama@japanuni.co.jp
International Fiction Agents Contacts
FOR US FICTION CONTACTS
see inside back cover
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NOVELTIES
Oscar the Octopus,
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OSCAR THE OCTOPUS
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By Matthew Van Fleet
Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
From #1 New York Times bestselling creator Matthew
Van Fleet comes an exciting touch‑and‑feel novelty
book that teaches little ones the months of the year!
Join Oscar as he introduces preschoolers to the
months of the year, texture, colors, and fascinating
sea creatures. The cleverly textured pages will
tickle fingertips and funny bones while
revealing clues to what Oscar will catch
next—from a shiny friend to a surprise
pop-up ending!
Publication Date: August 2019
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 14 pp
SCRATCHIE
By Maria Putri
Imprint: Little Simon
Introducing Scratchie, an adorable cat who loves to scratch everything and wants you
to join the scratching fun in this touch-and-feel novelty book!
Finally, here’s a chance for humans to sharpen their scratching skills in this creative,
adorable cat book! Join Scratchie the Cat to scratch touch-and-feel elements on every
page. Rough doormats, grainy wooden tables, paper towels, cardboard boxes, and more
give readers a claws-on experience as they innocently wreck Scratchie’s owner’s house
(just like real cats!).
Scratchie has the perfect ending, because there’s one more thing
that loves to be scratched . . . Scratchie the Cat. Make sure
you get behind the ears.
Publication Date: May 2019
Ages: 3 up
4 Page Extent: 24 pp
TREACLE STREET:
MARCEL’S PARCELS
PRIMA’S MISSING BUNNIES
By Kate Hindley
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
An endearing new series of lift-the-flap board books from the super talented
Kate Hindley
In Marcel’s Parcels, it’s a bright sunny morning on Treacle Street, and Marcel the
postman’s trolley is FULL of parcels. Join him on his rounds to find out who they’re
all for—and lift the flap to find out what’s inside!
In Prima’s Missing Bunnies, it’s a special, sparkly evening on Treacle Street—the
opening night of the dance school’s first performance! But all of Prima Pavlova’s star
performers have gone missing. Can you help her find them before the show begins?
Publication Date: July 2019
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Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 12 pp
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WHERE’S MY JUMPER?
By Nicola Slater
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
A fun, bright board book with flaps, die-cuts, and an engaging counting element!
Rudy is looking for his jumper. He’s searched everywhere—indoors, outdoors, upstairs,
and down. In the kitchen, in the bathroom—round and round and round. He jives with
llamas, pirouettes with pigs, and queues with crocs, but he still can’t find his jumper
anywhere! Can you help him find it?
Now in a board book format, this brilliantly silly story from the
terrific Nicola Slater will have both children and adults giggling.
It’s the perfect way to practise counting and numbers!
Publication Date: March 2019
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 24 pp
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NOVELTIES
THIS LITTLE ARTIST
By Joan Holub
Illustrated by Daniel Roode
Imprint: Little Simon
Learn all about international artists who changed history in this engaging and colorful
board book perfect for creators-in-training!
Now even the youngest readers can learn about great, empowering artists from history!
Highlighting ten memorable artists who paved the way, this creativity primer full of fun,
age-appropriate facts and bold illustrations will be a hit with little ones and their parents.
Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 26 pp
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A WAG MY TAIL BOOK:
HALLOWEEN KITTY
CHRISTMAS PUPPY
By Salina Yoon
Imprint: Little Simon
A touch-and-feel furry tail with a wagging pull-tab makes these die-cut interactive
titles holiday favorites
In Halloween Kitty, a cute kitten with a very twitchy tail is looking for a trick-or-treat
friend. Will Kitty find someone to play with on her favorite night of the year? Help
Kitty wag her furry orange tail whenever she meets a new friend.
Will Christmas Puppy find his perfect present on the most magical night of the year?
Help Puppy wag his tail whenever he opens a new present!
SALINA YOON is the creator of over seventy novelty books including the international
bestseller The Icky Sticky Frog.
Publication Date: Halloween Kitty: July 2019; Christmas Puppy: September 2019
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 12 pp
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SNOWMAN’S MAGIC HAT
By Jeffrey Burton
Illustrated by Ross Burach
Imprint: Little Simon
Practice your magic skills with this shaped, lift-the-flap adventure full of wacky spells
to make a snowman!
Anyone can build a snowman with their hands, but it takes a special reader to build one
with magic! Little ones will love repeating silly magic words and lifting the flaps to see if
a snowman appears.
Publication Date: October 2019
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 14 pp
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THE TWELVE DOGS OF CHRISTMAS
By Alison Ritchie
Illustrated by Marisa Morea
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
A riotous, rhyming countdown to Christmas with adorable dogs leaping from every page!
The big day has almost arrived, and one little puppy is very excited about his first EVER
Christmas. But with three drooling Dalmatians, six sausage-snaffling Scotties, and every dog
in town helping out, the festive season is a shambles! Will everything be ready in time for
Christmas Day?
Children will love picking their favourite dogs and spotting the puppy in busy scenes. This
hilarious board book is a great way to introduce children to Christmas traditions.
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Publication Date: TBC
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 24 pp
NEW BOOKS FOR NEWBORNS:
MERRY CHRISTMAS, BABY
By Abigail Tabby
Illustrated by Alice Wong
Imprint: Little Simon
With lilting lullaby text and lovely illustrations, the New Books for Newborns stories are
the perfect first books for new parents to share with their little ones right from the start.
In this cozy, holiday board book, a parent shares the joy of Christmas with a baby and
hopes for a whole year filled with all the wonderful things that Christmas brings.
Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 0–3
Page Extent: 14 pp
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HAPPY HEART
By Hannah Eliot
Illustrated by Susie Hammer
Imprint: Little Simon
Celebrate the ones you love with this adorable heart-shaped board book!
Each page of this adorable board book is die-cut in a different shape. With loving text,
bright illustrations, and glitter on every page, this book is perfect to share with someone
you love!
Publication Date: December 2019
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 14 pp
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ALAN THE BEAR:
BEDTIME
PARTY TIME
By Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
The charismatic star of I Need a Wee returns in his own
funny and reassuring lift-the-flap board book adventures!
In Bedtime, Robot and Giraffe are settling down for the
night. But what about Alan . . . ?
In Party Time, it’s Claude’s birthday, and Alan and his
friends are off to the party. What presents will they get
Claude?
Publication Date: October 2019
Ages: 3 up
Page Extent: 12 pp
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PICTURE
BOOKS
Ori’s Stars,
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PICTURE BOOKS
NINE LIVES NEWTON
By Alice McKinley
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
If Newton’s got nine lives, he can be a
daring dog of danger! Or can he . . . ?
Meet Newton—the dog who thinks he
has nine lives and infinite luck. And if
Newton has nine lives, then that means
he can do all his favourite things but
be MUCH more daring. But what if
Newton’s got it all wrong and he’s not
quite as invincible as he thinks he is?
Find out in this exuberant, dynamic
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debut from exciting new picture book
talent, Alice McKinley.
Publication Date: March 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
PERDU
By Richard Jones
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
The heartwarming story of a little lost dog and his search for a place to call home
Poor Perdu is all alone as he journeys from the countryside to the city in search of a
home. The city is a big place when you are very small, but is it possible that someone is
looking out for Perdu?
The first picture book to be both written and illustrated by Richard Jones—the illustrator
of the internationally bestselling The Snow Lion, written by Jim Helmore—is a joyful,
poignant gem.
Publication Date: April 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
10I’M STICKING WITH YOU
By Smriti Prasadam-Halls
Illustrated by Steve Small
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
Wherever you’re going, I’m going, too.
Whatever you’re doing, I’m sticking with you.
Like peas in a pod, like strawberries and cream, Bear and Squirrel just go together.
But what happens when Squirrel decides he might need a bit of space? Will their
friendship come unstuck?
A completely irresistible text by Smriti Prasadam-Halls is perfectly complemented by
artwork from fantastic new picture book illustrator Steve Small.
Publication Date: May 2020
Page Extent: 40 pp
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ORI’S STARS
By Kristyna Litten
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
A touching and beautiful tale by the author of Ziggy and the Moonlight Show
Far out in the depths of space lives Ori. Tired of living alone in the darkness, Ori discovers
how to create a star, and before she knows it, she has created hundreds of them. As they
light up the sky around her, figures far and wide begin to flock to the stars, and soon Ori
realises that she isn’t alone after all.
An outstanding tale of the power of friendship to shine through even the darkest of nights!
Publication Date: January 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
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THE LITTLEST BANDIT
By Ali Pye
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
Sometimes the biggest problems call for the Littlest Bandit!
Daredevil Grandma Bandit is stuck in a tree, and all the other
bandits are convinced that they know the best way to get her
down. But when their plans are foiled, and mild peril threatens
from the skies, could it be the Littlest Bandit’s time to shine?
A spirited, adorable celebration of reading and finding your
voice from the wonderful Ali Pye.
Publication Date: February 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
12PRISONERS OF GEOGRAPHY
By Tim Marshall
Illustrated by Grace Easton and Jessica Smith
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK/Elliott & Thompson
A remarkable, unique introduction to world affairs, which will inspire curious minds
everywhere
How did the USA become a superpower? Why do people go to war? And why are some
countries rich while others are so poor? Find the answers to these questions and many
more in this eye-opening book, which uses maps to explain how geography has shaped
the history of our world.
This exquisite abridged and illustrated edition of the international bestseller
Prisoners of Geography by acclaimed author Tim Marshall, with illustrations
by exciting illustrators Grace Easton and Jessica Smith, is jointly published
with Elliott & Thompson.
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Publication Date: October 2019
Page Extent: 80 pp
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BE MORE BERNARD
By Simon Philip
Illustrated by Kate Hindley
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
This gorgeously groovy follow-up to the award-
winning You Must Bring a Hat encourages us all
to share our dreams!
Bernard isn’t like the other bunnies. At first, he
tries to fit in—sure, he says, he dreams of carrots
like everyone else. The big, orange, carroty ones.
But does he? Really? Luckily, it’s not long before
Bernard dares to be different—he jives with joy
and grooves with grace. Because being yourself
is the best thing that a bunny can be!
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 32 pp
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SOPHIE JOHNSON: CHAMPION ATHLETE
By Morag Hood
Illustrated by Ella Okstad
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
There’s no stopping a true champion!
Sophie Johnson is an athlete. But being Sophie Johnson, she is no ordinary athlete. Oh no.
She is a champion athlete and she is about to attempt the longest, hardest race anyone has
ever tried to do ever (also known as a fun run . . . ).
Join Sophie as she imparts her pearls of racing wisdom in the latest adventure about
everyone’s favourite self-proclaimed expert (in unicorns and more) from dream team
Morag Hood and Ella Okstad.
Publication Date: July 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
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IZZY GIZMO AND THE INVENTION CONVENTION
By Pip Jones
Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
Izzy and Fixer are back in a glorious story about recycling and teamwork!
Izzy Gizmo has been invited to Technoff Isle’s Genius Convention, where the inventor of
the best machine will win coveted admittance to the Genius Guild. But with fearsome foe
Abi von Lavish getting the best of Izzy at every turn, how can Izzy and Fixer come up with
the winning invention?
Much-loved heroine Izzy Gizmo returns
in a wonderfully exuberant story that
has serious points to make about the
importance of “make do and mend.”
Publication Date: October 2019
Page Extent: 32 pp
14MINI MONSTERS: YOU CAN’T PLAY
By Caryl Hart
Illustrated by Tony Neal
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
The first title in a brand-new preschool series about
friendship and emotions
Set in a preschool for mini monsters, this fantastic new series stars four lovable characters who are
learning valuable lessons about friendship and how to get along.
In You Can’t Play, Sparkle is getting ready to put on a magic show with her best friend, Arthur, but when
Scout tries to join in, Sparkle loses her temper and cancels the show. She soon learns that some games
are much better with all your friends!
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A colourful and energetic picture book from the exceptional new pairing of Caryl Hart and Tony Neal.
Publication Date: February 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
PAPER PLANES
By Jim Helmore
Illustrated by Richard Jones
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
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A lyrical, enchanting new book from the creators of The Snow Lion
Ben and Mia love everything about paper planes: they love flying them, and
they love building them—together. So when Ben and his family move to the
other side of the world, Mia is angry and sad—until a magical encounter
shows her that distance need never stand in the way of true friendship.
Rights to The Snow Lion have sold in twenty-one languages.
Publication Date: May 2019
Page Extent: 32 pp
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DUCKWORTH, THE DIFFICULT CHILD
By Michael Sussman
Illustrated by Júlia Sardà
Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Duckworth’s parents think he is a difficult child, so when a snake slides right up and
swallows him whole, his parents don’t believe him! What’s poor Duckworth to do?
When Duckworth tries to explain that a gigantic snake slithered out of his closet, his
parents insist it’s all in his head—he is far too old to be imagining such nonsense
(and will he please do his chores?). But even when the cobra slides right up and swallows
Duckworth whole, his parents remain unconvinced! (Where did he find that snake
costume, and will he please put it away?)
What’s poor Duckworth to do
when his parents just won’t listen?
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With deliciously dark humor,
Michael Sussman and Júlia
Sardà empathize with children
everywhere who must find ways
to deal with their difficult parents.
Publication Date: June 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
SUPERKITTY VS MOUSEZILLA
By Hannah Whitty
Illustrated by Paula Bowles
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
Join the fearless Superkitty and her Sensational Superheroes
as they fight crime on the streets of Big City.
It’s the day of the picnic party in the park and the residents of
Big City are busy making preparations, when disaster strikes . . .
the shelves of Mr Fizz’s Pop Shop are empty and nothing remains
but a trail of crumbs at Mrs Appleton’s Bakery! There is no need
to despair—Superkitty and her team of Sensational Superheroes
are on the case! But when they track down the culprit, things
aren’t quite what they seem. . . .
A clever and funny tale about what can be achieved when you
work together as a team!
Publication Date: March 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
16TINY ANT
By Claire Freedman
Illustrated by Claire Powell
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
A tiny ant finds his MIGHTY voice in this joyful celebration of
not judging by appearances.
It’s time for the jungle talent show, and among the mighty beasts
of the jungle, there’s a new contestant—Tiny Ant. But what on
earth can he do?
Find out in this funny, rollicking, rhyming story by Claire
Freedman, paired for the first time with terrifically talented
illustrator, Claire Powell.
Publication Date: April 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
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THE TERRIBLY FRIENDLY FOX
By Susannah Lloyd
Illustrated by Ellie Snowdon
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
A carefully planned party goes awry in this very funny tale with a playfully dark subplot
It is the night of the Annual Woodland Creatures’ Ball. But as Mouse welcomes his guests,
someone quite unexpected arrives. Surely it cannot be . . . The Wiley Fox? Mouse is
doubtful when the fox declares that he has changed his name to Gerald and is an entirely
reformed character. However, Gerald proves to be the most charming addition to the
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party! So surely it can’t be him behind the mysterious disappearances during dinner, the
magic show, and the game of hide-and-seek? After all, Gerald has assured everyone that
he is now a vegetarian. . . .
With bags of visual humour from Ellie Snowdon,
illustrator of Great Bunny Bakes, this witty
picture book will have children on the edge
of their seats right up to the end!
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 32 pp
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A CAT’S CHRISTMAS CAROL
By Sam Hay
Illustrated by Helen Shoesmith
Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK
A quirky and heartwarming twist on a Christmas
classic—perfect for the long winter nights!
It’s Christmas Eve and all the staff in the
department store are on their way home for
Christmas. All except one . . . Clawdia, the
department store’s security cat! She doesn’t see
the point in silly festive celebrations and would
much rather prowl the corridors making sure
everything is in order. But when three cold and
lonely visitors turn up at the store, they teach
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Clawdia a few key lessons about the true meaning
of Christmas.
A heartfelt holiday story—a great gift for festive
fans everywhere!
Publication Date: November 2019
Page Extent: 32 pp
SANTA MOUSE
By Michael Brown
Illustrated by Elfrieda De Witt
Imprint: Little Simon
A kindhearted mouse becomes Santa’s littlest
helper in this heartfelt, joyful story that’s a
true holiday classic.
There once was a mouse who lived a very
lonely life in a very big house. He loved
Christmas dearly and had a special present for
Santa, but how could he give it to him? After all,
he was only a mouse. But through his kind and
giving nature, this little mouse becomes one of
Santa’s biggest helpers.
Illustrated in a keepsake classic style, Santa
Mouse is perfect for sharing with little ones.
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
18POKKO AND THE DRUM
By Matthew Forsythe
Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
From E. B. White Read Aloud honoree Matthew Forsythe
comes a picture book about a magical drum, an emerald
forest, and the little frog who dares to make her own music.
The biggest mistake Pokko’s parents ever made was giving
her the drum. They were very clear in telling her not to play
it. But when Pokko takes the drum deep into the forest,
it is so very quiet that Pokko decides to play.
And before she knows it, she is surrounded
by animal friends—first the rabbit, then the
wolf—and soon there is an entire band of
animal musicians. Will Pokko hear her
father’s voice when he calls her home?
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Publication Date: October 2019
Page Extent: 64 pp
THE BALCONY
By Melissa Castrillon
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Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
In elegant and magical images, renowned
artist Melissa Castrillon tells the wordless
story of a little girl moving to a new
neighborhood, and of a tiny seed that
grows and grows and changes the girl’s life
and the lives of all around her!
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 48 pp
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MAX ATTACKS
By Kathi Appelt
Illustrated by Penelope Dullaghan
Imprint: Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
Fish and birds and lizards, a sock—is
there anything Max won’t attack?
This is Max. He attacks. From socks to
strings to many a fish, attacking, for Max,
is most delish. But how many of these
things can he actually catch? Well, let’s
just say it’s no even match.
Publication Date: June 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
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REMARKABLES
By Lisa Mantchev
Illustrated by David Litchfield
Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
Pearl meets Journey in this transcendent picture book about a boy
befriending a mermaid, created by the author of Strictly No Elephants,
Lisa Mantchev, and The Bear and the Piano author–illustrator David Litchfield.
A boy stands on a dock, behind him a glimmering circus. The boy jumps in the
water and an adventure begins. He meets a mermaid who is all alone, an orphan,
the last of her kind. While she’s eager to meet the circus folk—the strong man,
the tattooed lady, the contortionist—she’s hesitant to
create her own circus act, but soon grows to love the
adoring audiences and her new circus family. Of course,
she misses her ocean home. Will she have to choose
between her new family and the ocean? This stunning
tale explores themes of friendship, loneliness, and home.
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
20MY BEST FRIEND
By Julie Fogliano
Illustrated by Jillian Tamaki
Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
New York Times bestselling author
Julie Fogliano and Caldecott Honoree
Jillian Tamaki come together to tell a
delightful story of first friendship.
she is my best friend i think
i never had a best friend so i’m not sure
but i think she is a really good best friend
because when we were drawing
she drew me
and i drew her.
These two young children may not know each other’s names, yet intuitively they
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understand what is most important in a friendship. After all, what is a best friend, if
not someone who says “la la la” when you say “la la la,” and who laughs with you the
entire day, especially when you pretend to be a pickle? This is a sweetly earnest, visually
stunning celebration of the magic of friendship.
Publication Date: April 2020
Page Extent: 32 pp
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ONE DARK BIRD
By Liz Garton Scanlon
Illustrated by Frann Preston-Gannon
Imprint: Beach Lane Books
From award-winning author Liz Garton Scanlon and celebrated artist
Frann Preston‑Gannon comes a gorgeously illustrated, lyrical counting book
that will have young readers’ imaginations taking flight.
One dark bird is perched up high, with a view of the town and a taste of the sky. Then
she’s joined by two more, then three, then four. Before long, there are hundreds of
starlings dancing across the sky—avoiding a hunting hawk with one of the most
spectacular tricks in the animal kingdom. Then, when night comes, the starlings begin
to depart, until finally there is just one dark bird perched way up high, with a view of the
town and a taste of the sky.
Publication Date: July 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
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SWAN LAKE
By New York City Ballet
Illustrated by Valeria Docampo
Imprint: Little Simon
The third picture book in conjunction with The New York City Ballet
is the dramatic Swan Lake, a gorgeously illustrated treasure!
The New York City Ballet presents classic
stories of the ballet with their trademark
stylish, modern sensibility. This lavishly
illustrated book follows the story line,
choreography, costumes, and sets of
New York City Ballet’s production of
Swan Lake.
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Swan Lake is a beautiful yet ultimately
tragic tale of love, told in the same spare,
simple style that the ballet is known for.
Publication Date: August 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
SNOWY FARM
By Calvin Shaw
Illustrated by Oamul Lu
Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
There’s a snowy-white windmill
on a snowy-white farm
with a frosty old house
and a snow-covered barn.
And so begins this enchanting story of a family who live in a shimmering, frosty house
in a snowy world, where warmth from one another is all they need to be cozy and
happy. This fantastical picture book from debut author Calvin Shaw and internationally
renowned illustrator Oamul Lu is sure to warm hearts and become a perennial family
favorite.
Publication Date: November 2019
Page Extent: 32 pp
22AMY WU AND THE PERFECT BAO
By Kat Zhang
Illustrated by Charlene Chua
Imprint: Aladdin
Meet the funny, fierce, and fearless Amy Wu,
who is determined to make a perfect bao bun
today. Can she rise to the occasion?
Amy loves to make bao with her family. But it
takes skill to make the bao taste and look
delicious. And her bao keep coming out all
wrong. Then she has an idea that may give
her a second chance. Will Amy ever make
the perfect bao?
Publication Date: October 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
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EEE-MOO!
By Annika Dunklee
Illustrated by Brian Won
Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
A platypus who thinks he is an emu finds his way home with the help of his friends in
this classic, tender picture book.
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When the stork drops an egg before delivering it to its parents, the little bird’s first words
are eee moo. So the cow, pig, horse, and other animal friends decide he is an emu and
that Australia is his home. Good friends that they are, they offer their help to get him back
home. Along the way he meets even more animals who help him to the open arms of his
parents and home.
ANNIKA DUNKLEE was born in Sweden and now lives in Toronto. She bases her stories
on her childhood memories. The New York Times called her picture book, My Name Is
Elizabeth, “close to perfect.”
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
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PLUTO GETS THE CALL
By Adam Rex
Illustrated by Laurie Keller
Imprint: Beach Lane Books
Pluto, the orbiting body formerly known as a planet, narrates
this funny and fact-filled romp across the solar system.
Pluto loves being a planet. That is, until the day he gets a call from
some Earth scientists telling him he isn’t a planet anymore! You
probably wanted to meet a real planet, huh? So Pluto takes the
reader on a hilarious and informative journey through the solar
system to introduce the other planets and commiserate about his
situation along the way. Younger readers will be so busy laughing
over Pluto’s interactions with the other planets, asteroids, moons,
and even the sun, they won’t even realize just how much they’re
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learning about our solar system!
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 48 pp
BALL & BALLOON
By Rob Sanders
Illustrated by Helen Yoon
Imprint: Margaret K. McElderry Books
A ball must learn to deal with his envy when a floating balloon has him feeling down,
in this simple and relatable story that reminds little ones that being different is what
makes you special.
Balloon can soar, he can fly, he can dip, duck, and hover—all on his own. Balloon is full
of gas. He knows it too. It makes Ball feel grounded by gravity. Balloon is superspecial.
What if Ball is not so special? Turns out Ball’s got some moves of his own.
Publication Date: August 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
24MAX & RUBY AND TWIN TROUBLE
By Rosemary Wells
Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
The inimitable Rosemary Wells’s Max and Ruby, the lovable brother and sister duo,
have been entertaining picture book readers for decades.
Fall 2019 is the fortieth anniversary of Max and Ruby, and they are moving to
Simon & Schuster with Max & Ruby and Twin Trouble. They have their own television
show on Nick Jr. and Netflix. In Max & Ruby and Twin Trouble, their family is expanding,
and soon enough, no one will be getting any sleep—until Max has an idea!
Publication Date: October 2019
Page Extent: 32 pp
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GO, GIRLS, GO!
By Frances Gilbert
Illustrated by Allison Black
Imprint: Beach Lane Books
Come along for a rollicking ride in this picture book celebration of vehicles that puts girls in the
driver’s seat!
Girls can race . . . and girls can fly. Girls can rocket way up high!
Piloting fire trucks, trains, tractors, and more, the girls in this book are on the go! Join them for an
exuberant story that celebrates how girls can do—and drive—anything.
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Publication Date: November 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
NIGHTTIME SYMPHONY
By Timbaland and Christopher Myers
Illustrated by Christopher Myers and Kaa
Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
The sounds of the city at night create a lively lullaby from superstar producer and
rapper Timbaland and Caldecott Honor recipient Christopher Myers!
As a little boy gets ready for bed, the sounds of a wild storm echo around him, lulling him
to sleep. From the crash of thunder to the patter of raindrops to the beat of passing cars,
the music of the city creates a cozy bedtime soundtrack.
Christopher Myers and Timbaland, huge stars in their respective fields, have created a
beautiful read-aloud full of music and rhythm.
Publication Date: May 2019
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KITTEN LADY’S BIG BOOK OF LITTLE KITTENS
By Hannah Shaw
Imprint: Aladdin
From kitten rescuer and humane educator Hannah Shaw, also known as the Kitten Lady on
YouTube and Instagram, comes an inspiring picture book that takes readers on the adorable
journey of foster kittens from their first days after birth all the way to adoption.
Did you know that kittens are born with their eyes closed? Or that being groomed with a
toothbrush reminds orphaned kittens of their mothers’ tongues and helps them feel comfy and
safe? Learn these facts and more in Kitten Lady Hannah Shaw’s first picture book! Featuring
irresistible photographs, Hannah shows how she helps orphaned kittens grow up, get adopted,
and become healthy, happy cats.
Publication Date: October 2019
Page Extent: 56 pp
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COVER NOT FINAL
HI, I’M NORMAN
By Robert Burleigh
Illustrated by Wendell Minor
Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
From award-winning author Robert Burleigh comes a striking, intimate picture book biography
about an American icon—beloved artist Norman Rockwell.
Norman Rockwell is best known for capturing the American spirit as a painter and illustrator in the
early twentieth century. This beautifully illustrated, first-person narrative explores Rockwell’s life
in episodes based on important moments in American history.
Publication Date: October 2019
Page Extent: 48 pp
WHEREVER I GO
By Mary Wagley Copp
Illustrated by Munir D. Mohammed
Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
A hopeful and timely picture book about a spirited little girl living in a refugee camp
Of all her friends, Abia has been at the Shimelba Refugee Camp the longest—seven years, four
months, and sixteen days. Papa says that’s too long, but Abia knows it’s the perfect amount of
time to become a queen. Sometimes she’s a noisy queen, banging on her drum as she and Mama
wait in the long line for rice to cook for dinner. Sometimes she’s a quiet queen, cuddling her
baby cousin to sleep while Auntie is away collecting firewood. And sometimes, when Papa talks
hopefully of their future in strange and faraway places, Abia is a little nervous. Forever homes are
in strange and faraway places. Will she still be able to be a queen?
COVER NOT FINAL Publication Date: April 2020
Page Extent: 40 pp
26INFINITE HOPE
By Ashley Bryan
Imprint: Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
A deeply moving memoir from renowned children’s book author and illustrator Ashley Bryan about serving
in the segregated army during WWII, and how his fierce dedication to his art sustained him
In May 1942, at the age of eighteen, Ashley Bryan was drafted to fight in World War II. For the next three years,
he would face the horrors of war as a black soldier in a segregated army where black soldiers received worse
treatment than even Nazi POWs. For the next sixty years, Ashley would keep his time in the war a secret. But
now he tells his story: the story of the kind people who supported him, the
bright moments that guided him through the dark, and his passion for art that
would save him time and time again.
Filled with never-before-seen artwork created during the war, handwritten
letters, and journals, this searing, soaring memoir by Newbery Honoree
and Coretta Scott King Award winner Ashley Bryan is a lesson in both
history and hope.
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Page Extent: 96 pp
FROM STUDENT TO DRAFTEE THERE'S A WAR ON!
unavailable to them.
and time with newfound friends came to too quick an end. There was a
war on! Just a few months later, the command came to break camp and
depart Scotland. I regretted leaving the art program and the friendship
of the students. We had no idea of where exactly the coming assignment
would be, just that we were heading for France. On June 2, 1944, we set
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sail to become part of the flotilla of thousands of ships headed for France
and the coast of Normandy.
OIL
By Jonah Winter
Illustrated by Jeanette Winter
Imprint: Beach Lane Books
Mother-son team Jonah Winter and Jeanette Winter tell the story of an oil spill and its
devastating and lingering effects, in this poetic and timely picture book.
Oil is drawn up from deep in the earth by machines, transported through pipelines, and
pumped onto a ship that sails out to sea. When the ship crashes into a reef, the oil spills
out over miles of ocean, covering rocks and animals alike. What will the consequences be?
In this poignant and impactful picture book, celebrated picture book creators Jonah
Winter and Jeanette Winter powerfully explore the devastating impact mankind can have
on nature.
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
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WHAT RILEY WORE
By Elana K. Arnold
Illustrated by Linda Davick
Imprint: Beach Lane Books
Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week
with family and friends.
Riley wears whatever clothes feel right each day. On Monday, Riley feels shy and wears
a bunny costume to school. On Tuesday, a scary trip to the dentist calls for a superhero
cape. For a trip out with Otta and Oma, a ballgown is the perfect outfit. This charming
picture book is a gentle exploration of self-expression and of being true to oneself
despite the expectations of others.
Publication Date: August 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
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WHAT MISS MITCHELL SAW
By Hayley Barrett
Illustrated by Diana Sudyka
Imprint: Beach Lane Books
Maria Mitchell spent her life watching and studying the night sky. One night, she saw
something spectacular and new!
Every evening, from the time she was a child, Maria Mitchell stood on her rooftop with
her telescope and swept the sky. And then one night she saw something unusual—a
comet no one had ever seen before! Miss Mitchell’s extraordinary discovery made her
famous the world over and paved the way for her to become America’s first professional
female astronomer.
Gorgeously illustrated by Diana Sudyka, this moving picture book about a girl from
humble beginnings who became a star in the field of astronomy is sure to inspire
budding scientists everywhere.
Publication Date: September 2019
Page Extent: 40 pp
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Aladdin QUIX is a line of fun-to-read chapter books that are the next step
between Ready-to-Reads and longer, more challenging chapter books—
perfect for emerging readers ages 5–8!
ROYAL SWEETS OUR PRINCIPAL
#4: THE MARSHMALLOW BREAKS A SPELL!
GHOST By Stephanie Calmenson
By Helen Perelman Illustrated by Aaron Blecha
Illustrated by Olivia Chin Mueller Imprint: Aladdin
Imprint: Aladdin A unique principal named Mr. Bundy
Read all about Princess Mini and her runs P.S. 88 in this silly, fun-to-read
merry misadventures at Royal Fairy Aladdin QUIX chapter book that’s
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Academy in the newest Royal Sweets perfect for emerging readers!
book that’s perfect for fans of Sofia cclaimed author Stephanie Calmenson
A
the First. turns a fairy tale on its ear with each
sleepover at the Candy Castle
A story about Principal Bundy. In this
has Mini, Taffy, Frosting, and even fourth Mr. Bundy misadventure, he is
Gobo the little troll believing in caught up in a magical, messy spell cast
ghosts . . . marshmallow ones! by one of his silly students.
Publication Date: September 2019 Publication Date: May 2019
Ages: 5–8 Ages: 5–8
Page Extent: 80 pp Page Extent: 64 pp
MISS MALLARD MYSTERIES:
CABLE CAR TO CATASTROPHE
DOGSLED TO DREAD
By Robert Quackenbush
Imprint: Aladdin
Two more mysteries featuring world-famous duck-tective Miss Mallard are now available as
Aladdin Quix titles!
In Cable Car to Catastrophe, the police are baffled by an eerie robbery. Miss Mallard interrupts
her ski vacation in the Alps to track down the Ski Mask Burglar!
In Dogsled to Dread, Miss Mallard is invited to Alaska to launch the annual dogsled races. But
the day before the big event, a dognapping takes place. On snowshoes, Miss Mallard follows
the trail across the frozen glaciers. Will she discover the villain in time?
ROBERT QUACKENBUSH is the celebrated author and illustrator of over two hundred books for
young readers, including the Miss Mallard Mysteries, which have been made into animated
films in five languages for children’s television programs showing in seventy countries
worldwide.
Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 5–8
Page Extent: 64 pp
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Easy-to-read text and illustrations on almost every page make these chapter book series perfect for newly independent readers.
HEIDI HECKELBECK THE CRITTER CLUB
#27: HEIDI HECKELBECK AND THE WACKY TACKY #20: MARION AND THE GIRLS’ GETAWAY
SPIRIT WEEK By Callie Barkley Illustrated by Tracy Bishop
By Wanda Coven Illustrated by Priscilla Burris
In a small California town, four eight-year-old
Join Heidi Heckelbeck and her friends at best friends help run the Critter Club, a rescue
Brewster Elementary on their charming shelter set on saving “lost and lonely” animals.
adventures as they face everyday challenges
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with help from Heidi’s magical Book of Spells.
Publication Date: September 2019
CRAFTILY EVER AFTER
DAISY DREAMER #6: BREAKING THE PIGGY BANK
#11: THE BAD LUCK DAY By Martha Maker Illustrated by Xindi Yan
By Holly Anna Illustrated by Genevieve Santos
Join Emily, Maddie, Bella, and Sam as the
Join Daisy Dreamer and her totally true four crafty friends dream up new projects to
imaginary friend, Posey, in the World of design, build, and create.
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Publication Date: November 2019
DESMOND COLE, GHOST PATROL
#9: NOW MUSEUM, NOW YOU DON’T
THE ADVENTURES OF
By Andres Miedoso Illustrated by Victor Rivas
SOPHIE MOUSE
#15: THE MISSING TOOTH FAIRY A fearless eight-year-old runs his own
By Poppy Green Illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell ghost patrol, looking for ghosts, monsters,
and mischief makers everywhere in this
Join Sophie Mouse and her woodland
adventure-filled chapter book series that’s
friends on their adventures through
perfect for emerging readers.
Silverlake Forest.
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Publication Date: October 2019
Publication Date: October 2019
MIA MAYHEM
#6: MIA MAYHEM VS. THE MIGHTY ROBOT
THE KINGDOM OF WRENLY By Kara West Illustrated by Leeza Hernandez
#14: THE GHOST IN THE CASTLE
By Jordan Quinn Illustrated by Robert McPhillips Mia Mayhem is a witty, action-packed series
about a regular girl who has a super secret—
Journey to the magical Kingdom of Wrenly
she’s a superhero-in-training—and when
and join Prince Lucas and his best friend
she goes on adventures . . . mishaps follow.
Clara on their epic adventures!
Publication Date: November 2019
Publication Date: June 2019
BOTS
#6: THE SECRET SPACE STATION
CAPTAIN AWESOME By Russ Bolts Illustrated by Jay Cooper
#21: CAPTAIN AWESOME AND THE TRAPDOOR
By Stan Kirby Illustrated by George O’Connor Meet Joe Bot and Rob Ot, the two most
big‑hearted, but goofily annoying robots in the
Second grader Eugene McGillicudy loves comic entire universe in the adorable and funny Bots
books and superheroes so much that he invents chapter book series.
his very own alter ego named Captain Awesome!
Publication Date: December 2019
With best friend Charlie (a.k.a. Nacho Cheese
Man), Captain Awesome protects his town! For all chapter books (unless otherwise noted):
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JUNIOR MONSTER SCOUTS
#1: THE MONSTER SQUAD
#2: CRASH! BANG! BOO! (W.T.)
By Joe McGee
Illustrated by Ethan Long
Imprint: Aladdin
Get to know the Junior Monster Scouts in this brand-new chapter book series that’s perfect
for fans of Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol and Hotel Transylvania!
Wolfy, Franky, and Vampyra—the children of the classic monsters—are Junior Monster
Scouts. And even though “monster” is their middle name, these funny fiends just want to
earn their Junior Monster Scout merit badges, help anybody in need, and make friends.
But their good deeds are always foiled by cranky Baron Von Grump, who doesn’t like noise,
doesn’t like kids, and most of all doesn’t like the Junior Monster Scouts.
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In The Monster Squad, Peter Piper’s kitten, Shadow, is lost, and the Scouts want to help their
new friend. But today is also the Village Cheese Festival and all the celebrating has Baron Von
Grump at wits’ end. He hatches a cheesy plan that involves huge and hungry rats! Uh-oh! Can
the Scouts save the cats, the rats, and the day?
In Crash! Bang! Boo!, it’s the Village’s 150th birthday celebration! But not if Baron Von Grump
can help it! If he shuts off the Village’s electricity, there won’t be any noise or merriment.
Meanwhile, in Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory, Igor Jr. was specifically told not to touch
anything, especially “that lever.” But Igor Jr. didn’t listen, and now the lab is a clunking,
clanking, crackling mess of gears, electricity, and lightning. Can Vamprya, Franky, and Wolfy
fix Igor’s mess and save the Village party? Or has the Baron ruined the fun for everyone?
Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 7–10
Page Extent: 112 pp
SAM THE MAN & THE CELL PHONE PLAN
By Frances O’Roark Dowell
Illustrated by Amy June Bates
Imprint: Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
Sam wants a cell phone to help with research, but when his parents say no, he has to come
up with another way to keep all the info he needs in his pocket in this hilarious fifth chapter
book in the Sam the Man series.
Here are the facts: Sam Graham is an information man. But to get information, you need to do
research. You never know when you’ll need an urgent piece of info—like, say, the number for
a chicken emergency hotline—so a resource for instant research is a must! This is why Sam
needs a cell phone.
Unfortunately, Mom and Dad disagree. So, Sam has to come up with a plan. But what is small
enough to fit in your pocket and can hold all the information you need? Sam will have to go
old-school with his latest plan and use a handy notebook instead. Luckily, retro is in, and Sam
might just start the latest trend!
Publication Date: June 2019
Ages: 6–9
Page Extent: 176 pp
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By Anica Mrose Rissi
Illustrated by Cassey Kuo
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Preparing for a magic show, Anna and her friends find they have a talent
for trouble, in the eighth book of this illustrated chapter book series
about the joys and challenges of elementary school friendships.
Anna, Sadie, and Isabel develop an interest in magic tricks when their
frenemy Justin mystifies them with a cool card trick but refuses to tell
them how he did it. Determined to figure it out for themselves, the girls set
out for the best place to find answers—the library! But magic isn’t so easy,
even with a book of instructions.
Publication Date: November 2019
Ages: 6–10
Page Extent: 128 pp
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FRANKIE SPARKS, THIRD-GRADE INVENTOR
#3: FRANKIE SPARKS AND THE BIG SLED CHALLENGE
By Megan Frazer Blakemore
Illustrated by Nadja Sarell
Imprint: Aladdin
Frankie Sparks uses her inventing skills to build the best sled ever in this third chapter book
in the STEM-inspired series.
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Frankie Sparks can’t wait to enter the town-wide sled-design contest. With the help of a team,
they must design and build a sled using only cardboard and duct tape. And there are PRIZES!
They will be judged on: 1. Best-looking sled. 2. Fastest sled. 3. Most team spirit. But even
though Frankie might know a lot about building a sled, it turns out she still has a lot to learn
about building a team. With lots of twists, turns, and big bumps along the way, can Frankie
and her fellow super-sled designers create a dream machine—and a dream team?
Publication Date: November 2019
Ages: 7–10
Page Extent: 144 pp
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HARDY BOYS ADVENTURES
#19: DUNGEONS & DETECTIVES
By Franklin W. Dixon
Imprint: Aladdin
This suspense-filled series follows Joe and Frank Hardy as they rely on their wits, instincts,
and intelligence to solve Bayport’s toughest mysteries.
Brother detectives Frank and Joe search a hidden castle for clues after a super rare comic that
is rumored to contain a map to buried treasure disappears before a costume ball at Bayport’s
one and only castle. It will take all of Frank and Joe’s recently acquired LARPing skills to solve
this case. Anything can happen in a castle full of dungeons and deception. Can the Hardy boys
keep up?
Publication Date: October 2019
Ages: 8–12
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Page Extent: 160 pp
HARDY BOYS CLUE BOOK
#9: WHO LET THE FROGS OUT?
By Franklin W. Dixon
Illustrated by Santy Gutiérrez
Imprint: Aladdin
Join detective brothers Frank and Joe Hardy as they solve mysteries around Bayport!
Readers can help solve each case with an interactive, reproducible page in each book.
Detective brothers Frank and Joe must solve a muddy mystery when Bayport Elementary
hosts a Mud Run to celebrate spring. But on the day of the race, the runners are stopped in
their tracks by croaking, blurp-ing bullfrogs! Lots of people in the town had been annoyed that
the park was being taken over by a bunch of muddy kids. Could someone have sabotaged the
race with buckets of frogs?
Publication Date: April 2019
Ages: 6–9
Page Extent: 96 pp
34NANCY DREW DIARIES
#18: THE STOLEN SHOW
By Carolyn Keene
Imprint: Aladdin
Nancy Drew and her friends Bess and George tackle everything from sabotage to
kidnapping, using their impressive powers of deduction and reasoning to creatively crack
cases and outsmart their enemies in the clever, contemporary, and delightfully suspenseful
Nancy Drew Diaries.
Nancy, Bess, and George race to catch international jewel thieves who have been using the
dog show circuit to smuggle their stolen goods. Can Nancy discover the thieves’ identity and
take home the trophy? Or is this one case where the bite is worse than the bark?
Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 8–12
Page Extent: 192 pp
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NANCY DREW CLUE BOOK
#12: TURKEY TROT PLOT
By Carolyn Keene
Illustrated by Peter Francis
Imprint: Aladdin
Readers can help solve mysteries alongside their favorite detective Nancy Drew,
plus her friends Bess and George, in this interactive chapter book series.
Nancy and her friends are running in the River Heights Turkey Trot this year and hoping to win
a giant chocolate turkey from the new fancy chocolate shop in town. But when the chocolate
turkey goes missing the morning of the race, Anna Epicure blames the Turkey Trot runners
and bans kids from her shop . . . forever! Can the Clue Crew solve the mystery of the missing
chocolate and clear the trotters’ names?
Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 6–9
Page Extent: 96 pp
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TO DANCE
By Siena Cherson Siegel
Illustrated by Mark Siegel
Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
A beautifully refreshed and expanded special edition of the Sibert Award–winning graphic
memoir about the dreams and realities of becoming a ballerina
From her childhood dancing on the sand in Puerto Rico to her adolescent years training at
the School of American Ballet in New York City, Siena Cherson Siegel’s remarkable memoir
explores the molding and training of a professional dancer. She was lucky enough to be a
student during the last years of George Balanchine’s life, when the greatest dance stars were
defecting from Russia to join his company, The New York City Ballet.
Part family history, part backstage drama, this beautifully updated graphic memoir—which
features a refreshed design and a brand-new scrapbook of dance mementos—is an original,
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firsthand look at a young dancer’s beginnings.
Publication Date: October 2019
Ages: 8–14
Page Extent: 88 pp
FRANNY K. STEIN, MAD SCIENTIST
#8: BAD HAIR DAY
By Jim Benton
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Franny K. Stein is back with another laugh-aloud scientific adventure from bestselling
author-illustrator Jim Benton!
Franny K. Stein isn’t a fan of glamour. But sometimes Franny wonders if her mom wishes she
were different. Which gives Franny an idea . . . for an experiment! What if she can turn the
beauty products her mom loves into something more exciting?
Publication Date: July 2019
Ages: 6–10
Page Extent: 112 pp
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36BECOMING RBG
By Debbie Levy
Illustrated by Whitney Gardner
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
From the New York Times bestselling author of I Dissent comes a graphic novel biography
about celebrated Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg has often said that true and lasting change in society and law is
accomplished slowly, one step at a time. This is how she has evolved too. Step by step,
the shy little girl became a child who questioned unfairness, who became a student who
persisted despite obstacles, who became an advocate who resisted injustice, who became a
judge who revered the rule of law, who became . . . RBG.
Publication Date: November 2019
Ages: 10 up
Page Extent: 256 pp
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FAKE BLOOD
By Whitney Gardner
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Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
In her debut middle-grade graphic novel, Whitney Gardner illustrates a coming-of-age story
for anyone who’s ever felt too young, too small, or too average.
It’s the beginning of the new school year and AJ feels like everyone is changing but him. He
hasn’t grown or had any exciting summer adventures like his best friends have. He even has
the same crush he’s harbored for years. But how could a girl like Nia Winters ever like plain
vanilla AJ when she only has eyes for vampires?
When AJ and Nia are paired up for a group project on Transylvania, it may be AJ’s chance to
win over Nia’s affection by dressing up like the vamp of her dreams. And soon enough he’s
got more of Nia’s attention than he bargained for when he learns she’s a slayer.
Now AJ has to worry about self-preservation while also trying to save everyone he cares
about from a real-life threat lurking in the shadows of Spoons Middle School.
Publication Date: September 2018
Ages: 10 up
Page Extent: 336 pp
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THE VERY, VERY FAR NORTH
By Dan Bar-el
Illustrated by Kelly Pousette
Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
An inquisitive polar bear named Duane befriends an array of animals as he discovers where
he belongs in this charming classic-in-the-making that’s reminiscent of Winnie the Pooh.
If someday you wander north—truly north, to the northern part of north—you’ll find Duane
the polar bear and his friends. Duane might offer you an icicle treat before introducing you to
C.C. the owl, Handsome the musk ox, Twitch the arctic hare, Boo the caribou, and Major Puff
the puffin. He might ask your opinion on mid-late-morning naps and late-mid-afternoon naps.
Don’t worry about the fact that Duane is a polar bear—he has only kindness in his heart, which
is why his friends love him so. But if you are not able to visit Duane and his friends anytime
soon, then the story tucked between the pages of this book should tide you over until you are
ready for your own great adventure to the Very, Very Far North.
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Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 8–12
Page Extent: 272 pp
THE GUARDIANS
#5: JACK FROST
By William Joyce
Imprint: Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
The Guardians’ powers are put to the ultimate test in their final battle in
this conclusion to the epic chapter book series from William Joyce.
Jack’s transition from Nightlight to Guardian was not an easy one. Always
inclined to keep to himself, Jack has become especially isolated from the
other Guardians since his transformation. Yet it is Jack who Ombric Shalazar
(once a great wizard, now known as Father Time) trusts with a tremendous
secret. But for Jack to fully understand this secret, he must revisit his past—
and finally tell his story.
Publication Date: November 2018
Ages: 7–11
Page Extent: 384 pp
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By Jamie Sumner
Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
In the tradition of Wonder and Out of My Mind, this big-hearted middle-grade debut tells
the story of an irrepressible girl with cerebral palsy whose life takes an unexpected turn
when she moves to a new town.
Ellie’s a girl who tells it like it is. That surprises some people, who see a girl in a wheelchair
and think she’s going to be all sunshine and cuddles. The thing is, Ellie has big dreams to
chase. If she’s not writing fan letters to her favorite celebrity chefs, she’s practicing recipes on
her well-meaning, if overworked, mother. But when Ellie and her mom move so they can help
take care of her ailing grandpa, Ellie has to start all over again in a new town at a new school.
Except she’s not just the new kid—she’s the new kid in the wheelchair who lives in the trailer
park on the wrong side of town. It all feels like one challenge too many, until Ellie starts to
make her first friends ever. Now she just has to convince her mom that this town might be the
best thing that ever happened to them!
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Ages: 10 up
Page Extent: 256 pp
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By Hena Khan
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Imprint: Salaam Reads
From the critically acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice comes the story of four sisters from a
modern Pakistani American family.
Jameela, the second eldest sister in the Mirza family, is smart, opinionated, stubborn, and
passionate about writing and journalism. She was recently named head of feature articles for
the middle school newspaper, which is a big deal for a seventh grader. Jameela is determined
to write an article that will wow her school, and most importantly, impress her father who is
currently overseas for work. When Ali, a young Muslim boy whose parents are family friends,
arrives from the UK, she decides to focus her article on the conversations she’s had with him
about racism he has experienced both in the US and abroad. But she never made it clear to
Ali that these conversations were “on the record.” Will her article teach the school a valuable
lesson? Or has Jameela crossed a line she didn’t know existed?
Publication Date: September 2019
Ages: 8–12
Page Extent: 384 pp
RIGHTS SOLD FOR AMINA’S VOICE : French, Korean
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