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Best Middle-Grade Adventure of 2024

CHILDREN'S

CHRONICLES OF A LIZARD NOBODY

by Patrick Ness ; illustrated by Tim Miller

Heart and weirdness in equal measure prove you should never underestimate the power of a lizard! Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE LUMBERING GIANTS OF WINDY PINES

by Mo Netz

An action-packed, heartwarming tale of friendship, family, monsters, and magic. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

ON A WING AND A TEAR

by Cynthia Leitich Smith

A unique and noteworthy tale that weaves together past and present with humor through stellar, multilayered writing. Full review >

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