Our Most Anticipated Kids Books of November/December 2023

Dav Pilkey returns with The Influencers, the newest installment of his bestselling Cat Kid Comic Club series. When the Comic Club learns that one of their comics will be published, the group descends into chaos. Our exclusive edition of this hilarious and thought-provoking story about the power of kindness to influence others includes a pull-out poster for your kid to color.  

The new installment of the graphic novel adaptation of the bestselling Wings of Fire series is another action-packed story following the dragons at Jade Mountain Academy. Winter Turning pairs gorgeous art by Mike Holmes with Tui T. Sutherland’s dazzling tale.  

The bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series is now reimagined as a graphic novel, and we couldn’t be more excited! This book breathes new life into the story of Sophie Foster with stunning artwork. Pick up our exclusive edition for decorative foil on the cover and a special fold-out poster on the inside front cover.  

The ninth book in the bestselling series, The Last Kids on Earth and the Monster Dimension is an exciting adventure that takes the kids into the monster dimension — so they can save the world. Author/illustrator team Max Brallier and Douglas Holgate are as unstoppable as the exhilarating series they’ve created, and we can’t wait to see what’s up their sleeve. 

Nathan Hale returns with book #12 in his Hazardous Tales series. Taking readers back to World War One, Above the Trenches is the story of a volunteer squadron of American pilots who fought on behalf of the French military. Legendary flying ace the Red Baron is only a part of this thrilling and true story.  

Fans of Raina Telgemeier and Shannon Hale will love this graphic novel debut by Jessixa and Aaron Bagley. This husband-and-wife duo delivers a funny and heartfelt story about sibling rivalry and a fencing match with high stakes. As the sisters feint and parry their way through middle school, and their duel, which sister will win? And what will it mean for their family?  

Our seventh member of the Food Group series is here, and we couldn’t be more excited to have yet another pun-filled tale of food and life lessons from Jory John and Pete Oswald. The Big Cheese loves to be the best at everything… and makes sure everyone knows it, so when a quiet new kid comes out on top, it throws him for a loop. Pick up the latest book in this giggle-inducing series for a witty and empowering story about the importance of humility. Our exclusive edition includes a poster on the back of the jacket.  

We first met Dragonboy in 2022 when we shortlisted the book for our Children’s and YA Book Awards. Now, Dragonboy returns for the third time with Dragonboy and the 100 Hearts, the story of one playful little boy and his stuffed-animal friends. This newest installment of Fabio Napoleoni’s series is a tender story of patience, friendship, and listening to your heart.  

The Questioneers return, but this time, we get a close look at their beloved teacher. Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year is a moving story about the impact an excellent educator can have on the lives of their students. This newest picture book from Andrea Beaty and David Roberts shows how making a new student feel welcome can open them up to new experiences.  

Noodle the Pug took the world by storm when his owner, Jonathan Graziano, started posting about Noodle’s “No Bones Days”. After bringing that story to the page with Noodle and the No Bones Day, Graziano now brings another Noodle story to us with Noodle Conquers Comfy Mountain. When Noodle can’t conquer Comfy Mountain on his own, he must decide whether he wants to give up his independence for the coziest spot he’s ever seen in this precious reminder that it’s okay to ask for help.