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A Poem for Dudley Randall by Don Tate, illustrated by Laura Freeman, celebrates the poet, librarian, and publisher who helped amplify some of the most important voices of the Black Arts Movement.

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Don’t Be Scared by Saadia Faruqi, illustrated by Shadia Amin, is a heartfelt graphic novel blending ghostly thrills with friendship, family expectations, and cultural identity. Its eerie folklore and haunted-house mystery make it an appealing choice for middle grade horror fans.

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Frances Hardinge’s Traitors’ Nest is a wildly inventive YA fantasy set in a kingdom where godlike Players move castles across the land like pieces on a chessboard. Packed with political intrigue, gentle humor, and high-stakes adventure, it explores what happens when ordinary people refuse to remain pawns in someone else’s game.

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Goodbye, Koi by Jack Wong is a tender, visually striking picture book about leaving behind a beloved home and stepping into the unknown. Inspired by Wong’s childhood move from Hong Kong to Canada, this quiet story captures the sadness, uncertainty, and hope that accompany a major life transition.

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Wish You Well by Jamie Sumner is a funny, tender middle grade novel about three chronically ill teens who turn a questionable scheme into the adventure of a lifetime. With memorable characters, sharp dialogue, and plenty of bittersweet moments, this story explores what happens when kids accustomed to facing hard things alone finally let others in.

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