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Finding Langston: A Novel by Lesa Cline Ransome

Discovering a book of Langston Hughes’ poetry in the library helps Langston cope with the loss of his mother, relocating from Alabama to Chicago as part of the Great Migration, and being bullied.

Creepin’ it Real

This thoroughly creepy middle grade tale, meaningfully infused with ancient Korean cultural heritage, is the perfect pick to get you in the holiday spirit!

Girl Power!

Growing up and finding your way in the world can be hard and confusing for many girls.  It is important to know that you are not alone when it comes … Continued

Secret Sisters of the Salty Sea

Alix and her sister, Jools, have never seen the ocean. When their parents pack them up for a week at the shore, Alix is nervous about leaving home, but excited, too. At the beach, the girls make friends, go exploring, and have adventures both big and small.

The Serpent’s Secret

Check out a fun adventure filled with deadly snake gods, magic, riddles, and even some astronomy.

Ghost Boys

Jerome’s spirit is restless and he cannot move on spiritually.  He has so much to say and do but was robbed of the opportunity just like countless other boys.  The past is prologue is a saying I never fully understood until now.  He cannot comfort his little sister, grandmother or his mom or dad.  He cannot help Carlos get over his guilt.   Jerome is only visible to his killer’s twelve year old daughter, Sarah.