Snail Crossing
Snail Crossing I love a picture book that is as engaging for an adult as it is for a kid and this one knocks it out of the the park. Well, actually, just across a road at a snail’s pace. So funny!
Rhiannon LeFay
A Heart in a Body in the World
A Heart in a Body in the World Why Annabelle is running across the country from her Seattle home to D.C. is slowly revealed in this multi-layered tale about friendship, healing, and hope. Be forewarned, you might start craving Dick’s Drive-In fries!
Thirteen Doorways, Wolves Behind Them All
Thirteen Doorways, Wolves Behind Them All With an interesting setting that feels like a character all its own, unique and alternating narrative points of view, and just the right amount of supernatural intrigue, this book leaves an impression.
Slay
Slay A fast-paced mystery set in a secret, multiplayer online game. Even as a non-gamer, I was hooked!
My Jasper June
My Jasper June Leah is just trying to disappear. But when a new girl named Jasper comes to town, Leah’s plan falls apart. Two girls, two big secrets, and one unforgettable summer of growth and friendship.
Sachiko
Sachiko Sachiko was a little girl when the atomic bomb hit Japan in WWII. Her entire family died, but she survived to tell her tale. Unbelievable and heart wrenching.
Mockingbird
Mockingbird Losing your brother is hard, but when you are autistic, it feels even harder. A story of finding strength, healing, and leaning on those you still have.
The Cat I Never Named
The Cat I Never Named A calico cat can change everything. Even if the whole world is falling apart around you.
The Velveteen Rabbit
The Velveteen Rabbit “Once you are Real you can’t become unreal, it lasts for always”. My favorite story of all time. This will change your life in the most wonderful way.
The Mighty Heart of Sunny St. James
The Mighty Heart of Sunny St. James Sunny just received a new heart during open heart surgery and she is ready to be a new, better version of herself. But, when Quinn moves in next door, Sunny starts feeling things she’s never felt before. Best LGBTQIA+ book I have ever read!