Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Delve deep into a captivating underground civilization with The Truth About Snurdles! JLP Higgins blends imaginative world-building with critical themes of environmental stewardship, history preservation, and friendship. It is an uplifting, hope-filled fantasy adventure that perfectly combats eco-anxiety.
A delightfully cozy and inventive twist on Hansel and Gretel! The Gingerbread Witch flips a classic fairy tale on its head, offering an enchanting middle grade fantasy rich in heart, nuance, and memorable characters.
The classic interactive series returns in a brilliant graphic novel format! Seamlessly blending vibrant, action-packed artwork with the nostalgic branching choices of the original books, this underwater epic is perfect for hooking middle grade and reluctant readers alike.
Return to Halloween Town in this atmospheric sequel to The Nightmare Before Christmas. While the pacing occasionally slows and Sally wrestles with unexpected self-doubt, Shea Ernshaw successfully expands the whimsical, gothic world fans adore.
A Snake Falls to Earth is a stunning, award-winning blend of magical realism, friendship, and environmental activism. Even if you aren’t typically a fantasy reader, this masterfully written coming-of-age story—steeped in traditional Lipan Apache storytelling structures—will capture your heart.