BOOK WHISKERS

Percy Jackson meets The Labors of Hercules Beal in this hilarious, page-turning fantasy adventure with a heart of gold from two award-winning authors.

Simon expected more from life than being orphaned in ancient Greece and stuck in the Underworld for eternity. Determined not to forget who he is, he commits himself to escaping Hades. Along the way, he faces the monster Cerberus, befriends the tormented Sisyphus, and becomes Persephone’s favorite servant. Then, after centuries of failed attempts, he is finally thrust into modern times—and into the stall of a middle school bathroom. Naked.

With the help of Zeke, a nerdy rich kid on the social fringes, Simon learns to navigate this amazing and bewildering world. And with Simon’s help, Zeke begins to question his comfortable life and understand the true meaning of friendship. Everything seems to be going great . . . until the god of the Underworld sends a demon girl to bring Simon back. And suddenly, it’s not just the secret of Simon’s past that’s threatened, but their very lives—and everyone’s around them, too. Is their friendship strong enough to withstand the Will of Hades and save St. Nikolaos Academy Middle School?

For readers 8-12, from two-time Newbery honoree Gary D. Schmidt and two-time PEN Award winner Ron Koertge, Styx and Stones is an unforgettable coming-of-age adventure about friendship, courage, and identity.

Greg Heffley is about to learn that surviving middle school is no easy feat.

In Fight or Flight, the 21st book in Jeff Kinney’s globally bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Greg’s hard-earned expertise on navigating the rough-and-tumble world of middle school is put to the test.

When a secret binder filled with Greg’s notes on the school’s biggest bullies falls into the wrong hands, his world quickly begins to unravel. Now it’s a race against time before the truth comes out. Will Greg throw in the towel—or go down swinging?

A hilarious read for kids ages 8-12, packed with classic Wimpy Kid humor, unforgettable middle-school drama, friendship twists, and Jeff Kinney’s signature illustrations.

There are SNACK CAKES in this season, dude! Davy and his friends are watching a movie outside the Evergreen Community Center when they accidentally get trapped inside the building. With no cell signal, no way to unlock the doors, and the community center closed until Monday, the squad will have to work together if they want to escape. Too bad they’re all exhausted, hangry, and starting to turn on each other.

Also – Fergus crowns himself the Snack King, Annie pulls off the heist of a lifetime, and Dutch guards the cafeteria with a mop.

Kid Youtuber is a funny, fast-paced chapter book for kids 8-12. With hundreds of illustrations, short chapters, and plenty of laughs, this new series is perfect for boys and girls who love reading books and playing video games. And you reluctant readers are going to have fun with this one.

From authors Marcus Emerson and Noah Child. Marcus Emerson is a bestselling author of Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja, The Super Life of Ben Braver, Secret Agent 6th Grader, and Side Quest Kids.

The breathtaking conclusion to Philip Pullman’s landmark new trilogy The Book of Dust! Return to the world of His Dark Materials and discover what fate has in store for Lyra, “one of fantasy’s most indelible heroines”

Lyra Silvertongue is alone in a city haunted by daemons, searching for her beloved Pan. Malcolm Polstead isn’t far behind, searching for Lyra. And they are both racing toward the desert of Karamakan, following the trail of roses said to hold the secret of Dust.

Their allies and enemies are converging on the mysterious red building at the heart of the desert: Marcel Delamare and the military might of the Magisterium; the radical Men from the Mountains; scientists, scholars, and spies; troops of witches and other people of the air. And awaiting them all is a previously unseen and chilling new threat that will change everything.

The intertwining odysseys of Malcolm and Lyra, their journeys both internal and external, will test their limits and challenge even their most dearly held beliefs.

Look for the entire trilogy of THE BOOK OF DUST:
La Belle Sauvage • The Secret Commonwealth • The Rose Field

And Lyra’s adventures begin in his DARK MATERIALS:
The Golden Compass • The Subtle Knife • The Amber Spyglass

For readers 14 and up from the incomparable Philip Pullman. It is an Editors’ Pick for Best Books of the Year 2025.

A magical creature adventure starring a young cryptozoologist who must unravel dangerous mysteries while protecting the extraordinary beasts she loves.

Sorceline has always felt more at home with magical creatures than with ordinary people. As her studies deepen, so do the mysteries surrounding the extraordinary beasts she cares for. Strange events, hidden secrets, and growing dangers threaten the delicate balance between humans and magical creatures, forcing Sorceline to rely on her courage, curiosity, and compassion.

As Sorceline uncovers new clues and faces unexpected challenges, she learns that understanding and protecting magical creatures may be more important than ever.

For readers 10-12, from author Sylvia Douyé, illustrator Paola Antista, and translator Nanette McGuinness.

The moon base commander has gone missing, and Dash Gibson is on the case.

There’s nowhere to hide on the world’s first moon base. After all, it’s only the size of a soccer field. So, when Nina Stack, the commander of Moon Base Alpha, mysteriously vanishes, the Moonies are at a total loss.

Though he may be just twelve years old, Dashiell Gibson is the best detective they’ve got. But this confusing mystery pushes Dash to his limits. Especially since Dash accidentally made contact with an alien and has to keep it a secret. With the fate of the entire human race hanging in the balance, will Dash be able to solve the mystery of the missing Moonie?

For readers 9-12. The second mind-boggling mystery of the Moon Base Alpha series from beloved author Stuart Gibbs.