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Winner of the Barnes & Noble Children’s and YA Book Award

The School for Thieves

The School for Thieves

By Peter Burns

A resourceful young pickpocket named Tom is invited to a prestigious boarding school of thievery and tricks in the snowy Alps. But nothing is as it seems in the Shadow League as Tom races to uncover its dark secrets in this edge-of-your-seat adventure.

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Kids’ Books You’ve Always Meant to Read

Kids’ Books You’ve Always Meant to Read

By BN Editors, Margarita Polkowska|January 1, 2026
You love to read now, but that dusty childhood TBR pile still haunts you. The good news? It’s never too late to revisit the kids’ books you’ve always meant to read. Meet beloved characters like Aslan, Anne Shirley, Despereaux or Percy Jackson. Step into splendid imaginary worlds and time-travel to different eras. From epic journeys […]
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Top Graphic Novels for Kids Heading Back to School

Top Graphic Novels for Kids Heading Back to School

By Margarita Polkowska|July 1, 2026
Whether they're navigating life as the new kid, transitioning to middle school or figuring out where they fit in, here are our top graphic novels for kids heading back to school.
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The Best Kids' Books of 2026 (So Far)

The Best Kids' Books of 2026 (So Far)

By Nina Braca|June 3, 2026
As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it’s time to take a look back on the exceptional releases that you might have missed, especially when it comes to kids’ publishing. From picture books to chapter books, these are the tales that invite young readers to think differently about the world around them and inspire a lifelong love of reading and storytelling. Here are our picks for the Best Kids Books of 2026 (So Far).
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