B&N Reads, The Biggest Books of Fall 2025

The Biggest Books of Fall 2025: Kids’ Edition

Summer is in full swing, but did you know that we are already looking forward to all the great kids’ books coming out this fall? Just thinking of these adorable reads makes us want to jump into a pile of leaves. From funny picture books for small children to magical tales and graphic novels for young readers, these books have plenty of heart, adventure — and mischief. They include brand-new installments from beloved series like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dog Man, special editions of treasured favorites, and vibrant new stories that unlock hidden worlds of wonder.    

Night Creatures: Firefly

Hardcover $19.99

Night Creatures: Firefly

Night Creatures: Firefly

By Robert Macfarlane
Illustrator Luke Adam Hawker

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Hardcover $19.99

Known as beacons of light, fireflies deliver a sense of wonder and hope even when the world is navigating the shadows of the night. MacFarlane and Hawker’s artsy and whimsical read-aloud is a deeply needed breath of fresh air.

Known as beacons of light, fireflies deliver a sense of wonder and hope even when the world is navigating the shadows of the night. MacFarlane and Hawker’s artsy and whimsical read-aloud is a deeply needed breath of fresh air.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Interactive Illustrated Edition (Harry Potter Series #4)

Hardcover $39.99 $49.99

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Interactive Illustrated Edition (Harry Potter Series #4)

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Interactive Illustrated Edition (Harry Potter Series #4)

By J. K. Rowling
Illustrator Karl James Mountford

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Hardcover $39.99 $49.99

The vibrant illustrated editions of Harry Potter have arrived at the Triwizard Tournament. It’s about to get dark (but no less gorgeous) up in here.

The vibrant illustrated editions of Harry Potter have arrived at the Triwizard Tournament. It’s about to get dark (but no less gorgeous) up in here.

Hansel and Gretel

Hardcover $26.99

Hansel and Gretel

Hansel and Gretel

By Stephen King
Illustrator Maurice Sendak

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Hardcover $26.99

Pairing the iconic art of Maurice Sendak and the whip-smart words of Stephen King sounds like a dream, and it is. This is a haunting and unforgettable rendition of a classic fairytale, retold by literary legends.

Pairing the iconic art of Maurice Sendak and the whip-smart words of Stephen King sounds like a dream, and it is. This is a haunting and unforgettable rendition of a classic fairytale, retold by literary legends.

Humble Pie

Hardcover $16.99 $19.99

Humble Pie

Humble Pie

By Jory John
Illustrator Pete Oswald

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Hardcover $16.99 $19.99

A fun and fruitful addition to the Food Group series that reminds young readers what it means to step up and speak out.

A fun and fruitful addition to the Food Group series that reminds young readers what it means to step up and speak out.

Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo

Hardcover $18.99

Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo

Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo

By Bess Kalb
Illustrator Erin Kraan

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Hardcover $18.99

If you thought Fluffalo was cute, then wait until you meet Puffalo. This adorable story of new siblings and how they grow together is a charmer.

If you thought Fluffalo was cute, then wait until you meet Puffalo. This adorable story of new siblings and how they grow together is a charmer.

Partypooper (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 20)

Hardcover $11.19 $15.99

Partypooper (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 20)

Partypooper (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 20)

By Jeff Kinney

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Hardcover $11.19 $15.99

The only way to get the birthday party you want is to throw it yourself… right? This is Greg’s quest, and you can bet it won’t go according to plan.

The only way to get the birthday party you want is to throw it yourself… right? This is Greg’s quest, and you can bet it won’t go according to plan.

Big Jim Believes (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Dog Man Series #14)

Hardcover $11.19 $15.99

Big Jim Believes (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Dog Man Series #14)

Big Jim Believes (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Dog Man Series #14)

By Dav Pilkey

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Hardcover $11.19 $15.99

Dog Man is the beacon of justice, a hero of the highest caliber, but what will he do when his foe takes on a new form?

Dog Man is the beacon of justice, a hero of the highest caliber, but what will he do when his foe takes on a new form?

The Poisoned King (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Impossible Creatures #2)

Hardcover $17.99 $19.99

The Poisoned King (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Impossible Creatures #2)

The Poisoned King (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Impossible Creatures #2)

By Katherine Rundell

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Hardcover $17.99 $19.99

The Archipelago awaits Christopher in his return to the world of Impossible Creatures. And this time, there’s a new evil afoot…

The Archipelago awaits Christopher in his return to the world of Impossible Creatures. And this time, there’s a new evil afoot…

Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #3

Paperback $15.99

Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #3

Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #3

By Erin Hunter
Illustrator Natalie Riess , Sara Goetter

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Paperback $15.99

The treachery of Tigerclaw is complete, and Thunderclan faces a reckoning in the third graphic novel adaptation of the popular Warriors series.

The treachery of Tigerclaw is complete, and Thunderclan faces a reckoning in the third graphic novel adaptation of the popular Warriors series.

The Court of the Dead: A Nico di Angelo Adventure

Hardcover $21.99

The Court of the Dead: A Nico di Angelo Adventure

The Court of the Dead: A Nico di Angelo Adventure

By Rick Riordan , Mark Oshiro

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Hardcover $21.99

Monsters and demigods unite at camp, but with mysterious disappearances afoot, it’s all hands on deck to get to the bottom of it.

Monsters and demigods unite at camp, but with mysterious disappearances afoot, it’s all hands on deck to get to the bottom of it.

Looking for even more new kids’ books? Check out our list of the most anticipated children’s books of 2025.