Young Readers (9 - 13)

"A must read. 10/10." --Broderick Hunter, actor, model, and activistThis fearless debut novel explores racism, injustice, and self-expression through the story of a promising Black football star in Louisiana.The system is rigged.For guys like Russell...

Adama Bah grew up in East Harlem after immigrating from Conakry, Guinea, and was deeply connected to her community and the people who lived there. But as a thirteen-year-old after the events of September 11, 2001, she began experiencing discrimination...

Kayla needs to return her library books, but she can't find one of them. Can King and Jillian help solve the crime? From the Geisel Honor-winning early reader series.Kayla needs to return her library books so that she can check out new ones. But she...

The start of a thrilling, highly illustrated series about a boy who finds a portal to a legendary world in his local barbershop . . . and learns he's the hero they've been waiting for. For younger fans of Black Panther and Last Gate of the Emperor!Jarell...

Kadijah Carrie--aka KC--is obsessed with roller skating. When its revival goes viral on the internet, she shows her parents and friends all the cool videos and tricks she can find. Then Kadijah discovers the world of roller speed skating, and she is...

It's December 1, 1955. A boy and his mother are riding the bus in Montgomery, Alabama like any other day--way in the back of the bus. The boy passes time by watching his marble roll up and down the aisle with the motion of the bus... Until a big...

A young girl wants her father to be home more, but her wish takes an unexpected turn in this story of enduring love between parent and child from an award-winning author and illustrator. Irene loves her family, especially when her father is home. But...

Starting middle school is no joke! Isaiah Dunn has more to say in the sequel to the award-winning novel Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero. Friendship, community, and a love of words blend in this coming-of-age tale. Things are looking up for super kid Isaiah Dunn...

Award-Winner in the "Children's Religious" category of the 2015 International Book Awards Drop by Drop contains colorful pictures and an engaging story that helps children understand important lessons of how to work for justice and peace and to help...

Xavier Moon is stepping out of the shadows when his great-uncle gives him some outlandish socks and some even stranger requests. A story about heart, confidence, and standing on your own two feet that is perfect for fans of The Season of Styx Malone and...

Enter into the daily lives of children in the many countries of modern Africa. Countering stereotypes, Africa Is Not a Country celebrates the extraordinary diversity of this vibrant continent. This edition includes updates to the text, statistics, and...

From Los Angeles Times Book Prize Award winner and Edgar Award nominee Malla Nunn comes a stunning portrait of a family divided and a powerful story of how friendship saves and heals. Now in paperback. Fifteen-year-old Amandla's mother has always been...