Kids and Teen Blog
New Releases: Kids + Teen Highlights June 2014
by Dan
Kids + YA Fiction / May 29, 2014
The wait for the final book in the Leigh Bardugo's Grisha Trilogy is finally over next month!
Here's a look at Ruin & Rising and some of the other awesome new books for kids, middle grade, and teens available in June!
TEEN
CONTEMPORARY
Jennifer Mathieu
When Healy High star quarterback, Brandon Fitzsimmons, dies in a car crash, it was because he was sexting with Alice. Ask anybody.
In this remarkable debut novel, four Healy High students tell all they "know" about Alice—and in doing so reveal their own secrets and motivations, painting a raw look at the realities of teen life. But exactly what is the truth about Alice? In the end there's only one person to ask: Alice herself.
Ages 12+
Available June 3
Leigh Bardugo
The much-anticipated conclusion to the Grisha Trilogy!
The capital has fallen. The Darkling rules Ravka from his shadow throne. Now the nation's fate rests with a broken Sun Summoner, a disgraced tracker, and the shattered remnants of a once-great magical army...
Ages 12+
"Every time readers may think she’s written herself into a corner, Bardugo pulls off a twist that, while surprising, will keep them turning pages furiously."—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Available June 17
MIDDLE GRADE
James Preller & illustrated by Iacopo Bruno
Welcome. Have a seat. The wolves will wait. Let us tell you a story. But be warned. Nightmareland isn’t just any tale. This is a Scary Tale.
Prepare yourself for the next installment of James Preller’s heart-poundingly scary chapter book series filled with dark and creepy illustrations from acclaimed artist Iacopo Bruno.
Ages 7-10
Available June 10
KIDS
Arree Chung & illustrated by Arree Chung
A ninja must be strong, courageous, and silent! He creeps through the house on a secret mission. There may be obstacles! But have no fear-a true ninja can overcome all challenges.
Ages 4-7
Available June 3
The Pout-Pout Fish Goes to School
Deborah Diesen & illustrated by Daniel X. Hanna
Turn little pouts into big smiles!
Mr. Fish is nervously awaiting his first day of school, and he frets about not knowing how to write his name, how to draw shapes, and how to do math—until he's reassured that school is the perfect place to learn how to master all of these new skills.
Ages 2-5
Available June 24
A Little Valkyrie's First Day of School
Adam Auerbach
Edda is a Valkyrie (an ancient Norse goddess who guides and protects heroes). She lives in a magical land called Asgard, where she has everything she wants. Well... almost everything. Edda wants to find a friend her own age. Edda's wise papa knows of a place where she can make friends: a place on Earth called "school."
Ages 4-8
Available June 24