Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Self-awareness and self-esteem
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Enzo And The Fourth Of July Races
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Lightness of Hands
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Lightness of Hands
Book SynopsisA quirky and heartfelt coming-of-age story about a teen girl with bipolar II who signs her failed magician father up to perform his legendary but failed illusion on live TV in order to make enough money to pay for the medications they needfrom the author of Symptoms of Being Human. Perfect for fans of Adi Alsaid, David Arnold, and Arvin Ahmadi. Sixteen-year-old Ellie Dante is desperate for something in her life to finally go right. Her father was a famous stage magician until he attempted an epic illusion on live TVand failed. Now Ellie lives with her dad in a beat-up RV, attending high school online and performing with him at birthday parties and bars across the Midwest to make ends meet.But when the gigs dry up, their insurance lapses, leaving Dad's heart condition unchecked and forcing Ellie to battle her bipolar II disorder without medication.Then Ellie receives a call from a famous magic duo, who offer fifteen thous
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc This is Where the World Ends
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc How It Feels to Fly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Four Three Two One
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A whip-smart and deeply felt story about reclaiming life from the rubble of guilt and trauma, Four Three Two One glows brilliantly with heart, humanity, and hope.” — Brendan Kiely, New York Times bestselling author of All American Boys and Tradition “This is not a book about a tragedy. This is a book about survivors, and hope, and belief. I wish this book wasn’t necessary, but it is. Read it. And then pass it on.” — Kathleen Glasgow New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces The terrifyingly realistic plot and compelling characters will immediately hook readers’ attention. An original and captivating coming-of-age tale of trauma and resilience. — Kirkus Reviews “The unhurried development of characters and events make for a satisfying crescendo. [Stevens] writes with depth and emotion. A great choice for most YA shelves.” — School Library Journal “Stevens has written a compelling examination of survivor’s guilt and the stories people construct around senseless tragedy to try to make sense of it, including how damaging those created narratives can be. A gripping story that’s both entertaing and deeply moving.” — ALA Booklist “The longer-term effects of tragedy are compellingly limned here. The emotional trajectory is thoughtfully and sympathetically depicted, reminding readers that survival is a long-term process.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Frazzled 2 Ordinary Mishaps and Inevitable
Book SynopsisTrade Review“[Readers]...will also appreciate Abbie’s astute observations (”Teachers never let you choose your partner, and unless you were very very lucky, you usually got someone you never really wanted to get at all”) and Vivat’s fresh, funny illustrations.” — Kirkus Reviews “A realistic, humorous, and compassionate treatment of middle school angst makes for an accessible and appealing read.” — Kirkus Reviews “Vivat’s second entry into the “Frazzled” series has Abbie’s relatable adventures punctuated on each page with doodles...While there are plenty of middle grade series about starting middle school and the various trials and tribulations that go along with it, this is a bit gentler than most.” — School Library Journal “Funny, relatable, and fast-paced. Ideal for reluctant readers or any kids who enjoy hybrid novels.” — School Library Journal
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Storm Dog
Book SynopsisFor those who have ever felt out of place, this affirming and heartwarming book tells a powerful story of the American South, the love of a dog, and the power of music. Perfect for fans of Maxi''s Secrets and How to Steal a Dog, and for anyone who''s ever loved a dog.Whip-smart Ariel doesn’t fit in. Only in the winds of the Blue Ridge Mountains and spring storms that mirror the unhappiness she feels at home.Her brother understands her, but he’s in Afghanistan. Her father hasn''t been the same since George deployed. Her mother focuses on Ariel’s gorgeous sister. When Gloria is selected to be an Apple Blossom Parade princess, Ariel feels even more the outsider and takes to the hills.There, during a raging storm, Ariel finds a lost dog who leads her to the safety of a cabin and Sergeant Josie, a former Army K-9 handler. Together—with music, dog-dancing, and a storm-child-crazy plan—the three
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Groovy Guide to Love A Valentines
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Little Fish That Got Away
Book SynopsisThe classic story illustrated by Crockett Johnson, the creator of Harold and the Purple Crayon, about a young boy who goes out fishing and the little fish that gets away—now with a fresh new jacket design!A little boy goes fishing every day, but he never catches anything—no, not a single fish. So he waits. He waits and waits and waits and waits, and one day, a GREAT GREAT big fish swims by….A favorite for generations, this witty twist on an old fisherman’s tale featuring an updated look is certain to hook new fans!
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Season of You Me
Book SynopsisFrom Robin Constantine, author of The Promise of Amazing and The Secrets of Attraction, comes a funny and heartfelt summer romance set in New Jersey.Trade Review"With its dreamy beach setting and sympathetic heroine, this summer love story, alternately narrated by Cassidy and Bryan, will satisfy romance buffs... Constantine delivers believable dialogue, relatable dilemmas, and a sensitive exploration of disability-both its challenges and the occasional #wheelchairperk, as Bryan puts it." -- Publishers Weekly "Fun and thoughtful-more than just a summer read." -- Kirkus Reviews "A great teen love story about growing up and making difficult choices. Fans of Sarah Dessen and Jodi Picoult will eat up this novel." -- SLJ
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Sisters of Glass
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Countdown Conspiracy
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Just Breathe
Book SynopsisFrom the critically acclaimed author of Say What You Will and A Step Toward Falling comes a deeply emotional new novel, perfect for fans of Five Feet Apart and The Fault in Our Stars. David Scheinman is the popular president of his senior class, battling cystic fibrosis.Jamie Turner is a quiet sophomore, struggling with depression.The pair soon realizes that they?re able to be more themselves with each other than they can be with anyone else, and their unlikely friendship starts to turn into something so much more.But neither Jamie nor David can bring themselves to reveal the secrets that weigh most heavily on their hearts?and their time for honesty may be running out.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc How Dare the Sun Rise
Book SynopsisJunior Library Guild Selection * New York Public Library''s Best Books for Teens * Goodreads Choice Awards Nonfiction Finalist * Chicago Public Library’s Best of the Best Books for Teens: Nonfiction * 2018 Texas Topaz Nonfiction List * YALSA''s 2018 Quick Picks List * Bank Street''s 2018 Best Books of the Year“This gut-wrenching, poetic memoir reminds us that no life story can be reduced to the word ‘refugee.’ —New York Times Book Review“A critical piece of literature, contributing to the larger refugee narrative in a way that is complex and nuanced.” —School Library Journal (starred review)This profoundly moving memoir is the remarkable and inspiring true story of Sandra Uwiringiyimana, a girl from the Democratic Republic of the Congo who tells the tale of how she survived a massacre, immig
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Invisible Emmie
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Positively Izzy
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Junk Boy
Book SynopsisTrade Review"The free-verse form effectively propels this story, which is at once action-oriented and introspective, forward. Bobby’s emotion-filled thoughts make him a narrator it is easy to feel sympathy toward. The idea that people can help others even as they contend with their own demons is clear. This message, and the easily accessible, evocative language of the verse, should hold appeal for a range of realistic fiction fans." — Kirkus Reviews "Writing in spare, straightforward verse, Abbott deftly captures the characters’ hurt at feeling forgotten and misunderstood, the isolation of coming-of-age under traumatic circumstances, and the solace of being seen and accepted. Graceful in execution and in substance, Bobby and Rachel’s moving story is emotionally satisfying." — Publishers Weekly "Seasoned YA author Abbott crafts a nuanced story about an unlikely but desperately needed friendship between two outsiders. Readers will be pushed to think critically about how words and actions affect others. The narrative also respectfully shows positive aspects of religion and getting mental health assistance. This novel-in-verse has an engaging male POV, and would be a good read-alike for those who enjoyed Jason Reynolds’s Long Way Down. The message of breaking through barriers to reach out for help and being an empathetic friend are important themes for teens to understand, and makes this a definite buy for YA collections." — School Library Journal "This poignant novel in verse captures the bleakness and frustration of both teens' lives and draws them out of their despair with courage and compassion. The . . . conclusion is both hopeful and a relief." — Booklist "Bobby narrates in largely unrhymed verse with clipped lines and a propulsive cadence that befits its speaker. There’s light and redemption at the end that’s hard earned for all players—adult and teen." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Following Baxter
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Kerley has written a dog book like no other...Readers will want more adventures with these kooky characters.” — Booklist “[Kerley] writes with warmth and thoughtfulness in her first work of middle grade fiction...Relatable and compelling...Fans of realistic and science fiction will find a lot to enjoy.” — School Library Journal “A highly readable story that pairs a rapid-fire plot with a likable progragonist.” — Kirkus Reviews
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc This Darkness Mine
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc This Is It
Book SynopsisDaria Peoples-Riley’s debut picture book is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and dance. Fans of Misty Copeland’s Firebird and Matt de la Peña’s Last Stop on Market Street will want to read it over and over again.When a young dancer is nervous about her upcoming auditions, her shadow springs to life and leads her on a joyous exploration of their city. Soon enough, the young girl finds confidence in her skills, her body, and her ability to shine.With an energetic, rhythmic text that begs to be read aloud and striking, exuberant artwork, This Is It is a love story to originality and the simple joy of movement.The future is in your footsteps.Freedom is in your feet.Put one foot in front of the other,and greet your destiny.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Copycat
Book Synopsis“A fun and fast-paced romp.” —School Library JournalAli has always acted like a copycat to make friends, but when she unexpectedly inherits the ability to change her appearance at will, fitting in seems impossible! Luckily, with the help of her family, new friends, and a touch of magic, Ali might just survive middle school after all.Ali and her parents have moved at least once a year for as long as Ali can remember. She’s attended six different schools, lived in dozens of apartments, and never really felt at home anywhere.But Ali’s parents say living in Saint John, New Brunswick, will be different. They’ve moved in with Ali’s great-grandmother?a lively ninety-nine-year-old with a quirky old house and room for all of them. Ali wants to believe it will be their last move, but everything seems too perfect to be true.To Ali’s surprise, things a
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Pack for the End of the World
Book SynopsisTrade Review"One of those rare books you can’t put down. Teens looking for a character-driven novel with a touch of mystery can’t do better than this." — Booklist (starred review) Praise for Questions I Want to Ask You: “A well-rounded, much-needed portrait of a boy with self-image issues and a narrow mindset who expands his viewpoint and prepares for an uncertain future.” — Kirkus Reviews “Falkoff’s coming-of-age story leaves the reader feeling proud of Pack’s personal evolution and ends in a place that truly feels like a new beginning.” — Booklist “Many teens will identify with Pack’s desire for things to stay as they are even as they change around him. The mystery is quiet but intriguing, leading to a satisfying conclusion that is not perfect but hopeful. The highlight here is Pack’s personal growth and self-discovery. Give this to readers with a taste for intrigue and quiet, character-driven stories.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Praise for Playlist for the Dead: “Falkoff treats a difficult topic with delicacy and care.” — Publishers Weekly “Realistic and well-written.” — School Library Journal “A nice premise with some truly powerful moments.” — Kirkus Reviews “An absorbing and sensitive read.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Praise for Pushing Perfect: “Twists and turns abound. Reminiscent of Lois Duncan with its methodical uncovering of clues and multiple red herrings, this mystery will keep readers turning the pages.“ — School Library Journal “Recommended for teens who enjoy mysteries in the form of timely, realistic fiction.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Voices in the Air
Book SynopsisComparable to National Book Award finalist Naomi Shihab Nye's acclaimed collections 19 VARIETIES OF GAZELLE, A MAZE ME, and HONEYBEE, this volume of 100 original poems celebrates the voices in the air that inspire us and give us hope. Trade Review“A rich collection of poems celebrating diverse lives. ...Asking tough questions and demonstrating the beauty of the voices on the fringe, Nye once again deftly charts the world through verse: not to be missed.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Nye frames the collection ever so clearly, first with the title, second with the subtitle, and third with her masterly written introduction. Her intentionality is palpable but never contrived. ...A beautifully constructed, thoughtful, and inspiring collection...A vital addition to poetry collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “With her trademark conversational style, [Nye] feels like the sister you wish you had: warm, curious and insightful. ...The poems in this collection are suffused with humor and thoughtfulness...Teen readers will love the gentle intensity of Nye’s words and messages and the accessibility of her poetry. Beautiful.” — Shelf Awareness (starred review) “Inspired and guided by the voices that surround her...Nye’s free verse tells of the wisdom, solace and beauty she has found and urges readers to join her...Nye displays a palpable, unwavering empathy and hope for a better world.” — New York Times Book Review “Nye delivers graceful dedications and intimate recollections, playful musings and sharp rebukes. ...there’s no doubt that Nye’s nimble, clear-eyed, and quietly political poems—supplemented by meticulous biographical notes—may make an avid listener out of anyone.” — ALA Booklist “[Nye] honors new world freedoms and old world traditions and celebrates youth without discounting childhood’s haphazard impulsiveness. ...Nye’s thought-provoking and timely collection will serve as a gentle invitation to use poems as tools for making sense of a world in crisis and explaining the strangeness of everyday lives.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) “Taken in sequence, the poems lead the reader through a natural and profound emotional progression. As much as the poems function as windows into their subjects, together they offer a sort of self-portrait of the poet herself, painted in negative space.” — The Horn Book “’Can we go outside and listen?’ Naomi Nye ponders in her introduction. Or stay in. Reflect. Pay. Attention. If we do we’ll find there is no such things as a too-small moment or memory. ...Nye is, above all, a poet of hope and heartening. ...Thank you, Naomi.” — Cooperative Children’s Book Center “The poems are moving when read aloud, but Nye is also asking readers to take part in a more profound and subtle type of listening, a kind that cuts through the noise and hears what matters.” — Publishers Weekly “Like happiness itself, Nye’s poems steal up on us and take us by surprise. This collection, especially, encourages listening: to nature, to other voices, and to the whispers of our own hearts. ...Brimming with affection, wit and optimism, these are poems we truly need right now. A+” — Cleveland Plain Dealer
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Voices in the Air
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A rich collection of poems celebrating diverse lives. ...Asking tough questions and demonstrating the beauty of the voices on the fringe, Nye once again deftly charts the world through verse: not to be missed.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Nye frames the collection ever so clearly, first with the title, second with the subtitle, and third with her masterly written introduction. Her intentionality is palpable but never contrived. ...A beautifully constructed, thoughtful, and inspiring collection...A vital addition to poetry collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “With her trademark conversational style, [Nye] feels like the sister you wish you had: warm, curious and insightful. ...The poems in this collection are suffused with humor and thoughtfulness...Teen readers will love the gentle intensity of Nye’s words and messages and the accessibility of her poetry. Beautiful.” — Shelf Awareness (starred review) “Inspired and guided by the voices that surround her...Nye’s free verse tells of the wisdom, solace and beauty she has found and urges readers to join her...Nye displays a palpable, unwavering empathy and hope for a better world.” — New York Times Book Review “Nye delivers graceful dedications and intimate recollections, playful musings and sharp rebukes. ...there’s no doubt that Nye’s nimble, clear-eyed, and quietly political poems—supplemented by meticulous biographical notes—may make an avid listener out of anyone.” — ALA Booklist “[Nye] honors new world freedoms and old world traditions and celebrates youth without discounting childhood’s haphazard impulsiveness. ...Nye’s thought-provoking and timely collection will serve as a gentle invitation to use poems as tools for making sense of a world in crisis and explaining the strangeness of everyday lives.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) “Taken in sequence, the poems lead the reader through a natural and profound emotional progression. As much as the poems function as windows into their subjects, together they offer a sort of self-portrait of the poet herself, painted in negative space.” — The Horn Book “’Can we go outside and listen?’ Naomi Nye ponders in her introduction. Or stay in. Reflect. Pay. Attention. If we do we’ll find there is no such things as a too-small moment or memory. ...Nye is, above all, a poet of hope and heartening. ...Thank you, Naomi.” — Cooperative Children’s Book Center “The poems are moving when read aloud, but Nye is also asking readers to take part in a more profound and subtle type of listening, a kind that cuts through the noise and hears what matters.” — Publishers Weekly “Like happiness itself, Nye’s poems steal up on us and take us by surprise. This collection, especially, encourages listening: to nature, to other voices, and to the whispers of our own hearts. ...Brimming with affection, wit and optimism, these are poems we truly need right now. A+” — Cleveland Plain Dealer
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fresh Princess Style Rules
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Zeus Dog of Chaos
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Disappear Completely
Book SynopsisWhen Emma discovers the first spot, ''like a tiny bright moon'' on her left foot, she''s at the funeral of her grandmother, who had been her best friend as well. The diagnosis is vitiligo, a skin condition triggered by stress. Creating a large multigenerational cast, Standish knits an absorbing story of loss, identity, and human connections. A rewarding, realistic novel, illuminated by magical elements. —Booklist (starred review)Wonder meets Some Kind of Happiness in this powerful tween novel from Ali Standish, author of the Carnegie Medal nominee The Ethan I Was Before and August Isle. While her grandmother was alive, Emma’s world was filled with enchantment. But now Gram is gone, and suddenly strange spots are appearing on Emma’s skin. Soon, she’s diagnosed with vitiligo—a condition that makes patches of
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Disappear Completely
Book SynopsisWhen Emma discovers the first spot, ''like a tiny bright moon'' on her left foot, she''s at the funeral of her grandmother, who had been her best friend as well. The diagnosis is vitiligo, a skin condition triggered by stress. Creating a large multigenerational cast, Standish knits an absorbing story of loss, identity, and human connections. A rewarding, realistic novel, illuminated by magical elements. —Booklist (starred review)Wonder meets Some Kind of Happiness in this powerful tween novel from Ali Standish, author of the Carnegie Medal nominee The Ethan I Was Before and August Isle. While her grandmother was alive, Emma’s world was filled with enchantment. But now Gram is gone, and suddenly strange spots are appearing on Emma’s skin. Soon, she’s diagnosed with vitiligo—a condition that makes patches of
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Truly Tyler
Book SynopsisA story about being your truest self—and trusting your truest friends—from bestselling author Terri Libenson. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Shannon Hale.Cliques. Crushes. Comics. Middle school!Emmie is psyched that she gets to work on a comics project with her crush, Tyler. But she gets the feeling that his friends don’t think she’s cool enough. Maybe it’s time for a total reinvention. . . .Ever since Tyler started getting into art and hanging out with Emmie, his friends have been giving him a hard time. Why can''t he be an artist and play basketball?Don’t miss the rest of the Emmie & Friends series: Invisible Emmie, Positively Izzy, Just Jaime, Becoming Brianna, Remarkably Ruby, and You-Niquely You: An Emmie & Friends Interactive Journal!
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Faith
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Faith
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Faith Greater Heights
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Faith Greater Heights
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Zuri Ray and the Backyard Bash
Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author Tami Charles and rising star illustrator Sharon Sordo comes the second book in a charming picture book series about a fun, spunky girl with strong opinions, big ideas, and a huge heart!Zuri Ray is back!Trade Review"The vibrant, animated illustrations are great fun. An excellent story of initiative, planning, and what to do when plans go awry; highly recommended." — School Library Journal “Sordo’s colorful, digitally created illustrations portray a loving, diverse community of friends and family. A well-told story featuring creative kids who excel at fashioning their own fun.” — Kirkus Reviews
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Kitty and the Sky Garden Adventure
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ill Be the One
Book SynopsisDiverse book recommended by The Today Show * A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year * Bank Street Best Book of the Year * YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults * ALA?s Rainbow Book List Top 10 for Teen ReadersThe world of K-Pop has never met a star like this. Debut author Lyla Lee delivers a deliciously fun, thoughtful rom-com celebrating confidence and body positivity?perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Julie Murphy.Skye Shin has heard it all. Fat girls shouldn?t dance. Wear bright colors. Shouldn?t call attention to themselves. But Skye dreams of joining the glittering world of K-Pop, and to do that, she?s about to break all the rules that society, the media, and even her own mother, have set for girls like her.She?ll challenge thousands of other performers in an internationally televised competition looking for the next K-pop star, and she?ll do it better than anyone else.When Skye nails her audition, she?s immediately swept into a whirlwind of countless practices, shocking performances, and the drama that comes with reality TV. What she doesn?t count on are the highly fat-phobic beauty standards of the Korean pop entertainment industry, her sudden media fame and scrutiny, or the sparks that soon fly with her fellow competitor, Henry Cho.But Skye has her sights on becoming the world?s first plus-sized K-pop star, and that means winning the competition?without losing herself.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flip the Script
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Becoming Kid Quixote A True Story of Belonging in
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Surely Surely Marisol Rainey
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chunky
Book SynopsisTrade Review"In “Chunky,” the writer-artist-animator and former Disney art director Yehudi Mercado turns to graphic memoir, and writes in a funny and endearing way about being a fat kid in Texas. The story is brought to life with illustrations that are vivid and often poignant." — New York Times Book Review "Relatable insights into the life of a child who is eager to fit in but also coming into his sense of self, sometimes with the help of adults and sometimes in spite of them. A compelling coming-of-age memoir." — School Library Journal (starred review) "Hudi’s a master at deflecting his shaky self-esteem with zingy one-liners. The digital artwork and sports scenarios play for laughs. Mercado notes in closing remarks, “Being ‘Chunky’ isn’t about being fat. Being Chunky is about feeling like you don’t fit in.” And that’s a theme plenty of middle graders can relate to." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "As good-natured a romp as its highly appealing main character. The art evokes a light tone with simple, effective characteristics. A swift, funny tale." — Booklist "Young readers, whether or not they have faced a brutal sports match or insecurities about their appearance, will relate to Hudi and Chunky’s quest to thrive." — Jewish Book Council
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Always Everly
Book SynopsisA little evergreen tree learns that self-acceptance and being yourself never goes out of season in this irresistible picture book that’s perfect for fans of Jory John and Pete Oswald’s The Cool Bean and Michael Hall’s Red.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chubby Bunny
Book SynopsisShe loves putting her hair up in “bunny buns,” playing with her rabbit Ralph, and eating marshmallows.Then one day, she participates in her favorite marshmallow eating contest at field day called “Chubby Bunny,” and her classmates start teasing her.But with a little help from another Barbara, Bunny figures out a very sweet solution.Trade Review“Adorable Bunny is an exuberant and inventive protagonist, approaching life with zeal and creativity. The supportive familial relationships are a joy, and happily, Bunny is given the agency to reclaim her name and confidence on her own terms. Murphy’s welcome first foray into picture books is an exceptionally friendly and frank fat-positive contribution.” — Booklist (starred review) “Murphy makes a body-positive debut into the land of picture books with this sweet story about loving yourself for who you are! Adorable, inclusive illustrations will draw many young readers in as they identify with one or more of the characters gracing the pages of this smart, fun, empowering story. A delightful book that is more than a school story, it takes on body positivity, childhood confidence, and SEL issues, making it a valued addition to any collection.” — School Library Journal “Murphy depicts a world in which family warmly supports a child facing anti-fat bias at school. The collaborators clearly define chubby as a neutral descriptor, allowing Bunny to reclaim the word in interacting with her schoolmates.” — Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Jo Jo Makoons Fancy Pants
Book SynopsisFilled with lots of glitter, raised pinkies, and humorous misunderstandings, this second book in the Jo Jo Makoons series—written by Dawn Quigley and illustrated by Tara Audibert—is filled with the joy of a young Ojibwe girl discovering her very own special shine from the inside out. First grader Jo Jo Makoons knows how to do a lot of things, like how to play jump rope, how to hide her peas in her milk, and how to be helpful in her classroom. But there’s one thing Jo Jo doesn’t know how to do: be fancy. She has a lot to learn before her Aunt Annie’s wedding! Favorite purple unicorn notebook in hand, Jo Jo starts exploring her Ojibwe community to find ways to be fancy. The Heartdrum imprint centers a wide range of intertribal voices, visions, and stories while welcoming all young readers, with an emphasis on the present and future of Indian Country and on the strength of young Native hero
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ali and the Sea Stars
Book SynopsisTony Award-winning actress Ali Stroker captures the magic and community of theater in her debut picture book, about a spirited girl in a wheelchair who stages a show for her hometown.Trade Review“Tony Award winner Stroker, the first actor who uses a wheelchair to appear on a Broadway stage, makes her picture book debut…An energetic portrayal of a theater kid. Reid’s unlined digital illustrations lend [the story] a sweet-natured, heart-on-their-sleeve vibe.” — Publishers Weekly “This whimsical ode to performance and collaboration will entrance and entertain.” — Booklist
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Black Gold
Book SynopsisTrade Review"In a perfect weave of lyrical, empowering words and stunning, inspiring illustrations, Black Gold is a celebration of children and the attributes that make them unique. This book reads like an affirmation of the miracle each individual is.” — Yamile Saied Méndez, author of Where Are You From? and What Will You Be? “Poetically written and wondrously illustrated, Obuobi and Ladd’s picture book offers Black children a cosmic origin story filled with beauty and strength. This book holds universal appeal in the way it intimately connects children to the larger world, and its empowering message will strike a chord.” — Booklist "Black children will find a positive and powerful affirmation of their intrinsic and irrefutable worth." — School Library Journal "Obuobi pens an origin story that’s at once earthly and impressively cosmic, an ethereal children’s debut that centers a Black child’s beginnings." — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc What Would You Do in a Book About You
Book SynopsisFrom Zolotow Honor award-winning author Jean Reidy (Truman) and illustrated by Joey Chou, this lyrical picture book has pitch-perfect rhythm and rhyme and makes for a great read-aloud. No dream is too big or too small in this heartwarming, heart-building book about you!Trade ReviewWhen you use your imagination and tell your own stories, there are endless possibilities for magic, mayhem, fun, and learning. The layered, geometric illustrations burst with life and movement. The text has a call-and-response feel that lends itself to reading out loud. — Kirkus Reviews "Featuring upbeat rhymes and busy, cheerful animated art, this peppy, motivational read invites kids to imagine what they could do or be, during playtime and beyond." — Booklist "... by asking readers to consider the richness of their possible futures . . . this encouraging read will find itself at home among gifty books handed to milestone-approaching kids." — Publishers Weekly
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