Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
From secret New Mexico labs to daring Norwegian commando raids, this visual history explores the race to build—and steal—the world’s deadliest weapon. With gritty illustrations and overlooked historical details, it’s a gripping look at the ethics, espionage, and genius that birthed the Atomic Age. Perfect for fans of Oppenheimer looking for the full story.
Finding yourself is the ultimate homecoming. The journey of a nonbinary teen is told with warmth, honesty, and inviting illustrations. By deconstructing the “rules” of high school gender, Parish shows that identity isn’t a destination reached overnight but it’s a patient process of making your body a place where you truly belong.
Tradition meets transformation. A shy middle-schooler navigates the high-pressure preparation for her Bat Mitzvah. Through Hebrew lessons and friendship drama, Brianna learns that honoring your heritage doesn’t mean you can’t ask questions.
High school is hard; being a superhero is harder. Mark Grayson finally gets the powers he’s always wanted. But following in his father’s footsteps leads to more than just alien battles it leads to complex moral choices and a legacy that might be too heavy to carry.
Sometimes the loudest voices aren’t yours. Isaac navigates the intrusive “bees” of his OCD through the magic of tabletop gaming. This story explores how community and “Swamps & Sorcerers” can provide the sanctuary a neurodivergent mind needs. A must-read for the “weird kids,” their allies, and anyone looking to understand the beauty of a different brain.