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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Divorce can feel overwhelming for kids trying to make sense of a world that suddenly feels different. This thoughtful guide helps children understand something really important: their feelings are valid, normal and allowed to be heard. @neonsquidbooks.bsky.social #KidLit #Nonfiction #Booksky

We Need to Talk About Divorce: An Important Book About Separation, Stepfamilies, and Feeling Heard
Kate Scharff
Annika Le Large
Neon Squid
Publication date : March 4, 2025
64 pages, Paperback

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Micah Thorne is drowning in grief, weighed down by a family history he can’t escape. But when a mysterious forest begins calling to him, he follows into shadows, visions and whispers that feel almost alive. #Booksky #Fantasy

Mancala Moon
Asa Bowers
Publication date : January 2, 2026
253 pages, Paperback

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Ginny Carmichael is done surviving, she is ready to live. Trapped in an abusive relationship, she finally finds the strength to leave, taking her baby daughter and stepping into the unknown. What follows is a journey toward healing, forgiveness and rediscovering her worth. #Booksky

Second Chance Highway
Lori Keesey
Clay Bridges Press
Publication date: June 9, 2026
386 pages, Paperback

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Today’s spotlight features two poetic gems that move in very different directions, yet meet in the same quiet place: the power of observation, memory and feeling. @pubspotlight.bsky.social @redcometpressbooks.bsky.social #NationalPoetryMonth #PoetryBooks #KidLit #Booksky

Poetry Month : Tiny Words, Big Feelings

💥What Do You Do When Your Dog Grows Old?: A Poem by Jackie Short by Jackie Short and Lucy Pickett (March 10, 2026 by Red Comet Press)

💥Time for Haiku: Four Seasons of Poems by Josep Santaeulàlia, Lawrence Schimel and Luciano Lozano (March 3, 2026 by Red Comet Press)

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Full of razor-sharp suspense, relentless action and mind-bending twists, this thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Cash’s cleverness, courage and moral complexity make him a protagonist you won’t forget. #Booksky #Thriller

Chasing the Chameleon
Paul Coggins
Savio Republic
Publication date: March 3, 2026
288 pages, Paperback

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Ever wonder how artists, writers and musicians actually survive while chasing their dreams? Making Art and Making a Living dives into the ingenious and sometimes chaotic ways creatives throughout history have funded their work. @celadonbooks.bsky.social #Booksky #Nonfiction

Making Art and Making a Living: Adventures in Funding a Creative Life
Mason Currey
Celadon Books
Publication date: March 31, 2026
240 pages, Hardcover

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

This story is dripping with classic Hollywood atmosphere and it doesn’t hold back when exposing what happens behind closed doors : It is both glamorous and unsettling. #Booksky #LittleFreeLibrary

The Hollywood Fix
Richard Kirshenbaum
Post Hill Press
Publication date: December 2, 2025
400 pages, Paperback

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Step into a magical day with Love Like River and Sky where grandmother Halmoni shares moments of wonder, laughter and love with her grandchildren, Joon and Noona. @littlebigfoot.bsky.social #Kidlit #PictureBook #Booksky

Love Like River and Sky
Julie Kim
Little Bigfoot
Publication date : January 6, 2026
22 pages, Board Book

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Get ready to step into the role of detective in a town where the supernatural is totally normal! The Solve Your Own Mystery series by Gareth P. Jones and Louise Forshaw turns reading into an interactive adventure for middle-grade readers. @penguinkids.bsky.social #MGLit #KidLit #Booksky

💥Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief by Gareth P. Jones and Louise Forshaw (
April 7, 2026 by Penguin Workshop)

💥Solve Your Own Mystery: The Monster Maker by Gareth P. Jones and Louise Forshaw (April 7, 2026 by Penguin Workshop)

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

The Wicked Sea is a dark romantasy that pulls you into a world where survival and desire are dangerously intertwined : The story blends gritty worldbuilding with a haunting underwater mystery. #Fantasy #Retellings #Booksky

📔The Wicked Sea
(The Wicked Sea 1)
Jordan Stephanie Gray
Requited
Publication Date: April 7, 2026
448 pages, Hardcover

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

These books put you right in the middle of the action ! They are perfect for kids who love laugh-out-loud stories with illustrations that keep the pace fast and the laughs coming. @mackidsbooks.bsky.social #MGLit #Booksky

💥Adventures Unlimited Book 1 : You and Me and the Land of Lost Things by Andy Griffiths and Bill Hope (April 8, 2025 by Feiwel & Friends)

💥Adventures Unlimited Book 2 : You and Me and the Peanut Butter Beast by Andy Griffiths and Bill Hope (April 7, 2026 by Feiwel & Friends)

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

This interactive guide turns self-compassion into a fun, creative and deeply personal adventure, helping you embrace imperfection with a little humor and a lot of heart. @familiusbooks.bsky.social #CamillaStark #Booksky #Nonfiction #SelfHelp

📔The Art of Imperfection: An Interactive Guide to Self-Compassion in a Messy World
Camilla Stark
Familius
Publication date : April 7, 2026
128 pages, Hardcover

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

What if you lived in a world full of quests… and wanted absolutely nothing to do with them? This charming fantasy flips the script with a reluctant heroine, a cozy setting and an adventure that refuses to take “no” for an answer. @candlewickpress.bsky.social #MGLit #Booksky #Fantasy

📔Nell O'Dell Hates Quests
Emily B. Martin
Candlewick
Publication date : April 7, 2026
336 pages, Hardcover

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

I agree :) The illustrations and golden edge are so pretty 🤩

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

This story is a chaotic adventure where chapters are out of order, the author is part of the story and the ending might actually be the beginning. Along the way, readers are treated to humor and a collection of twenty-four “morals” that range from helpful to… questionable. #MGLit #Booksky

📔A Potion, a Powder, a Little Bit of Magic: Or, Like Lightning in an Umbrella Storm
Philip C. Stead
Neal Porter Books
Publication date: April 7, 2026
328 pages, Hardcover

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

These three playful books from @nosycrowus.bsky.social are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who love interactive storytime, colorful illustrations, and festive adventures. #picturebook #kidlit #booksky @pubspotlight.bsky.social

💥We're Going on an Egg Hunt by Goldie Hawk and Angie Rozelaar ( January 7, 2025 by Nosy Crow)

💥If It's Easter and You Know It . . . by Katrina Charman (March 2, 2023 by Nosy Crow )

💥Guess Who? Happy Easter to You! by Katie Woolley (January 6, 2026 by Nosy Crow)

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Playful board book that celebrates the magic and sweetness of Easter, perfect for toddlers discovering the joys of seasonal treats, colors and hands-on reading. @unionsqandco.bsky.social #picturebook #kidlit #booksky

📔Egg-stra Sweet
Lauren Crisp
Union Square Kids
Publication date : February 17, 2026
16 pages, Board Book

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Larry Gets Lost with the Easter Bunny is a joyful and heartwarming story full of curiosity, playfulness and the magic of spring. It is the kind of book kids will want to read again and again and a perfect way to celebrate the season! #littlebigfoot #picturebook #kidlit #booksky

📔Larry Gets Lost with the Easter Bunny
Michael Mullin
John Skewes
Little Bigfoot
Publication date : February 17, 2026
32 pages, Hardcover

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

When Clickity Clack the crab gets stuck in some sticky ocean muck, the adventure begins and little readers are invited to jump right in and help! @tcbrbookreview.bsky.social #picturebook #kidlit #booksky

Rescue Clickity Clack
Debra Pehrson Haun
BookBaby
Publication date : April 16, 2026
32 pages, Hardcover

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

The Dog Who Made It Better by Katherin Nolte 🗣️Perfect if you are in the Mood for : 🐶 loyal animal narrators 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 family-centered emotional journeys ❤️‍🩹 finding courage in unexpected ways @randomhousekids.bsky.social #Booksky #MG #MGBook #KidLit

The Dog Who Made It Better
Katherin Nolte
Random House Books for Young Readers
Publication date : July 8, 2025
240 pages, Hardcover
Told through the devoted eyes of a Bernese Mountain dog named Dr. Blob, The Dog Who Made It Better is a tender and heartfelt story about love, loss and finding courage when everything feels wrong.
When a tragedy shakes his family, Dr. Blob doesn’t understand grief, but he feels it deeply. As his humans struggle to heal, a new pet arrives and a threatening neighbor looms, forcing Blob to confront his fears and figure out what it really means to protect the ones you love.
Balancing humor with emotional depth, this middle-grade novel explores grief in an accessible and compassionate way.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Fairy Scout Friends series by Hannah Fay and Mag Takac 🗣️Perfect if you are in the Mood for : 🧚 magical friendships and fairy adventures 🌈 stories about teamwork and collaboration 💛 believing in yourself and never giving up @simonkids.bsky.social #Booksky #KidLit #ChapterBooks #EarlyReaders

📔Meet the Fairy Scout Friends, a delightful group of misfit fairies learning that teamwork, believing in yourself and a little fairy magic can make even the trickiest challenges fun!
From Rain, who would choose muddy rainstorms over sunshine any day, to Flutterfly, who can’t quite get her fairy dust to work, these charming and illustrated chapter books are perfect for emerging readers. Each story is filled with humor and whimsical adventures that show the power of friendship and self-confidence.
💥Fairy Scout Friends 1 : No Rain, No Rainbow by Hannah Fay and Mag Takac (January 13, 2026 by Little Simon)
💥Fairy Scout Friends 2 : Flutterfly Effect by Hannah Fay and Mag Takac (January 13, 2026 by Little Simon)

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Spirit Service by Sarena Nanua and Sasha Nanua 🗣️Perfect if you are in the Mood for : 🎵 kids using creativity to solve problems 👻 friendly ghost adventures 🏫 saving schools and community projects @simonkids.bsky.social #Booksky #MG #MGLit

Spirit Service
Sarena Nanua
Sasha Nanua
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Publication date : April 22, 2025
320 pages, Hardcover
What if helping ghosts could save your school’s arts program?
Raveena just wants to honor her grandmother’s love of music, but when her middle school cuts the entire arts budget, her dreams feel out of reach. Everything changes when she and her friends discover a mysterious old-fashioned telephone that can talk to ghosts! Together, they launch Spirit Service, a business guiding spirits to the other side while reconnecting them with their loved ones. But not every ghost is ready to move on… and some secrets in their town hit closer to home than they ever imagined.
Equal parts heartwarming and spooky, this middle-grade gem blends friendship, courage and a dash of ghostly mischief.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Cry Havoc by Rebecca Wait 🗣️Perfect it you are in the Mood for : 🏫 dark academia in crumbling institutions 🧠 mass hysteria and moral panic ❄️ Cold War paranoia and social decay @harperperennial.bsky.social #Booksky

Cry Havoc
Rebecca Wait
Harper Perennial
Publication date : January 20, 2026
432 pages, Paperback
Welcome to St. Anne’s: a failing English girls’ boarding school on a remote coastline, where secrets fester, hysteria spreads and nothing is quite what it seems.
Set in the 1980s, Cry Havoc follows sixteen-year-old Ida Campbell, who flees a humiliating family scandal in Scotland only to land in a far more unsettling refuge. Her new school is crumbling, her roommate is a rumored arsonist with a violent past and the headmistress is obsessed with Cold War annihilation. Then a charismatic new teacher arrives… and shortly after, girls begin collapsing with mysterious seizures and uncontrollable spasms.
Is someone poisoning the students? Are the girls faking their fits? Is the new teacher a smooth-talking fraud, or something worse? And will Ida’s carefully buried past finally catch up with her?

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

The Jilted Countess by Loretta Ellsworth Perfect it you are in the Mood for : 📰 stories inspired by real historical events 🌍 post-WWII immigration and rebuilding lives 🌾 small-town America in the late 1940s @harperperennial.bsky.social @lorettaellsworth.bsky.social #Booksky #HistoricalFiction

The Jilted Countess
Loretta Ellsworth
Harper Perennial
Publication date : January 13, 2026
304 pages, Paperback

What happens when love, war and survival collide in the most unexpected way?
Inspired by a true story, The Jilted Countess transports us to the aftermath of World War II, where Roza Meszaros, a young Hungarian aristocrat whose dreams and fortune were stolen by war, arrives in America expecting marriage… only to be heartbreakingly abandoned. Refusing to return to a shattered Europe, Roza makes a bold decision: she asks a famous newspaper columnist to help her find a husband.

Poignant and captivating, this novel explores the complicated realities of marriage, immigration and the American Dream, especially for women forced to reinvent themselves after unimaginable loss.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

King Lear by William Shakespeare, Andy Hung and Julien Choy 👑 tragic stories about power, pride and downfall 📚 manga adaptations of literary classics ⚔️ family drama, betrayal and moral consequences @pubspotlight.bsky.social #Booksky

📔King Lear
William Shakespeare
Andy Hung
Julien Choy
Manga Classics
Publication date : December 2, 2025
328 pages, Paperback
Power, pride, betrayal and heartbreak take center stage in this unabridged manga adaptation of King Lear. When an aging king decides to divide his kingdom based on his daughters’ declarations of love, a single honest answer changes everything. What follows is a devastating spiral into political chaos, family betrayal and madness.
By pairing Shakespeare’s original text with dynamic manga artwork, this edition makes one of literature’s greatest tragedies more visually accessible while preserving the full emotional and linguistic impact of the play. It is a striking way to experience (or rediscover) a timeless classic.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

From tiny fish with big surprises to treasure-hunting cats, friendly aliens, cozy baker mice, a very questionable banana and a world tour through clothing and culture, these Ready-to-Read titles are packed with humor and challenges for growing readers. @simonkids.bsky.social #Booksky #KidLit

Level 1 by Susie Lee Jin (January 13, 2026 by Simon Spotlight)

💥Nat the Cat Finds a Map: Ready-to-Read Pre-Level 1 by Jarrett Lerner (January 13, 2026 by Simon Spotlight)

💥Beep Bop Boop!: Ready-to-Read Pre-Level 1 by Ethan Long and Victor Davila (January 13, 2026 by Simon Spotlight)

💥Mouse and Spoon A Porcupine Wedding: Ready-to-Read Level 2 by Cynthia Rylant and Janna Mattia (January 13, 2026 by Simon Spotlight)

💥Bad Banana: Ready-to-Read Level 2 by Michael Rex (January 13, 2026)

💥Getting All Dressed Up!: Ready-to-Read Level 2 by Patty Michaels and Clarice Elliott (January 13, 2026 by Simon Spotlight)

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Soni and the Life Drinkers by Shiko Nguru Tthis middle-grade fantasy explores courage, friendship and self-sacrifice in a world where monsters aren’t the only things lurking in the shadows. @pubspotlight.bsky.social @lantanapub.bsky.social #BookSky #MGLit

📔Soni and the Life Drinkers
Shiko Nguru
Lantana Publishing
Publication date : May 6, 2025
200 pages, Hardcover

Twelve-year-old Soni must face the terrifying Life Drinkers to save her beloved mentor, Mr. Lemayian, while uncovering a shocking family secret that could hold the key to defeating them. From the dark streets of Nairobi to magical battles and impossible choices, this heart-stopping middle-grade fantasy explores courage, friendship and self-sacrifice in a world where monsters aren’t the only things lurking in the shadows.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

We Can Be Brave by Mariann Edgar Budde and Bryan Bliss An empowering and compassionate guide for young readers, We Can Be Brave explores what courage really looks like, not as a single heroic act, but as a series of choices we make every day. @penguinkids.bsky.social #BookSky #MG #MGLit

📔We Can Be Brave: How We Learn to Be Brave in Life's Decisive Moments
Mariann Edgar Budde
Bryan Bliss
Dutton Books for Young Readers
Publication date : October 21, 2025
192 pages, Paperback

An empowering and compassionate guide for young readers, We Can Be Brave explores what courage really looks like, not as a single heroic act, but as a series of choices we make every day. Through personal stories, moments from history, faith, and pop culture, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde shows that bravery can mean standing up to bullying, speaking out against injustice, or simply staying true to yourself when it’s hard.

Thoughtful, accessible and encouraging, this book reminds readers that bravery is a journey and it can begin at any age.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Neptune's Fortune by Julian Sancton Neptune’s Fortune dives into the mystery of the legendary Spanish galleon San José, lost for more than three centuries with over a billion dollars in gold and silver aboard. @crownpublishing.bsky.social @jsancton.bsky.social #BookSky #NonFiction

📔Neptune's Fortune: The Billion-Dollar Shipwreck and the Ghosts of the Spanish Empire
Julian Sancton
Crown
Publication date : January 27, 2026
384 pages, Hardcover

A true-life adventure that reads like a thriller, Neptune’s Fortune dives into the mystery of the legendary Spanish galleon San José, lost for more than three centuries with over a billion dollars in gold and silver aboard. At the heart of the story is Roger Dooley, a treasure hunter whose life spans revolutions, archives, deep-sea dives and decades of relentless pursuit.

Blending maritime history, colonial power struggles and the modern ethics of treasure hunting, this nonfiction explores not just what lies at the bottom of the sea, but who has the right to claim it and why the past still matters.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

A Gorgeous Excitement by Cynthia Weiner Inspired in part by the infamous Central Park “Preppy Murder,” this coming-of-age story explores desire, privilege, outsider status and the seductive pull of risk. @crownpublishing.bsky.social @cynthiaweiner.bsky.social #BookSky #PRBox

📔A Gorgeous Excitement
Cynthia Weiner
Crown
Publication date : January 21, 2025
368 pages, Hardcover
Set in New York City during the volatile summer of 1986, A Gorgeous Excitement is a dark and immersive coming-of-age novel that captures a moment when glamour, excess and danger blurred into one intoxicating promise. As the city pulses with cocaine-fueled nights and rigid social hierarchies, eighteen-year-old Nina Jacobs is desperate to escape her mother’s untreated depression and carve out a version of herself before college begins.
Drawn into the orbit of a charismatic Upper East Side golden boy, Nina mistakes obsession for love and excitement for freedom while ignoring warning signs that grow louder with every reckless choice.
Inspired in part by the infamous Central Park “Preppy Murder,” the novel explores desire, privilege, outsider status and the seductive pull of risk. Lush with 1980s atmosphere and psychological tension, this debut asks how far we’ll go to feel wanted and what it costs when thrill eclipses self-preservation.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Homeschool fun today Whose Prints? by Kari Allen and Kim Smith. This board book turns observation into a fun and interactive discovery ! @simonkids.bsky.social #Preschool #Homeschool #WinterActivity #KidLit @kariallenwrites.bsky.social

❄️Whose Prints? by @kariallenwrites and @kimillustration (September 19, 2023 by Little Simon) invites young readers into snowy woods where footprints tell stories before the animals themselves are revealed. With sturdy die-cuts, beautiful and soft illustrations and playful and rhythmic text, this board book turns observation into a fun and interactive discovery.

❄️I paired Whose Prints? with three activities :
- Little Blue made the forest animals walk on a green stamp pad and on a white sheet of paper (snow) to make their prints appear.
- A matching animal tracks card game created by @prekinders
- A fox sticker art from a sticker activity book by @dollartree

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

The Blood City Rollers by V.P. Anderson and Tatiana Hill This MG graphic novel series is perfect if you are in the Mood for : - sports stories that celebrate teamwork over winning - vampires with humor and wheels - found family made of lovable outcasts #BookSky #GraphicNovel #KidLit

📔The Blood City Rollers graphic novel series is a high-energy mash-up of sports, supernatural and found family, following Mina, a former elite ice skater who discovers that being part of a team might matter more than being perfect.
Packed with vampires on wheels, abandoned asylums, sudden-death scrimmages and feelings about belonging, this series delivers inclusive vibes and incredible art.
💥Blood City Rollers 1 : Blood City Rollers by V.P. Anderson and Tatiana Hill (April 9, 2024 by Labyrinth Road)

💥Blood City Rollers 2 : Move It or Bruise It by V.P. Anderson and Tatiana Hill (January 20, 2026 by Labyrinth Road)

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

The Daughter of Death by Fern Forgettable & Piper C.J. This MG novel is perfect if you are looking for : - magical schools with dangerous secrets - wintery, folklore-rich fantasy - found family and loyal friendships @randomhousekids.bsky.social #BookSky #MGLit #FantasyBooks

📔The Daughter of Death
(Fern's School for Wayward Fae 3)
Fern Forgettable
Piper C.J.
Random House Books for Young Readers
Publication date : January 20, 2026
272 pages, Hardcover
On her thirteenth birthday, Rosemary Thorpe finally understands the truth behind her disturbing visions of death, just in time to foresee her own. As winter settles over Fern’s School for Wayward Fae, something darker begins to spread: students forget conversations, memories slip away and the influence of the dangerous Seelie Fae Keeper tightens its grip on the school.
With the legendary Yule Hunt approaching, Rosemary must face ancient fae traditions, unravel sinister magic and decide whether fate can be challenged… or only survived.
The Daughter of Death deepens the magic and raises the stakes in the series, blending eerie folklore, found family and courage in the face of the inevitable.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

I Don't Wish You Well by Jumata Emill A YA Thriller, perfect if you are in the Mood for : - true-crime podcasts and amateur investigations - cold cases that refuse to stay closed - small-town secrets and toxic hero worship @getunderlined.bsky.social #BookSky #YALit

📔I Don't Wish You Well
Jumata Emill
Delacorte Press
Publication date : January 20, 2026
400 pages, Hardcover
Five years ago, the Trojan murders tore through Moss Pointe, Louisiana as four star high school football players were killed by a masked murderer. The case was “solved,” but the scars never healed… and neither did the doubts. Now eighteen-year-old Pryce Cummings, an investigative podcaster and aspiring journalist, believes he has found evidence that could change everything. Returning to the hometown he fled after coming to terms with his sexuality, Pryce starts digging into a past the town desperately wants to keep buried.
I Don’t Wish You Well blends true-crime obsession with small-town secrets and proves that the truth is never as settled as people want it to be.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

The Double Standard Sporting House by Nancy Bernhard Perfect if you want to read a Gilded Age New York historical fiction about forgotten women reclaiming their place in history and confronting injustice and abuse of power. #BookSky

📔The Double Standard Sporting House: A Novel
Nancy Bernhard
January 20, 2026 by She Writes Press
Publication date : January 20, 2026
328 pages, Paperback
Set in nineteenth-century New York City, this gripping debut historical novel follows Nell “Doc” Hastings, a brothel nurse running a free clinic for women funded by a high-class sporting house. When Tammany Hall tightens its grip on the city and young girls begin disappearing, Doc can no longer look away, especially after a brutalized sixteen-year-old arrives at her door.
What follows is a tense and emotionally rich story of resistance and solidarity as Doc forms an unlikely alliance with reformers, a rare honest cop and a magnetic newspaper publisher. Armed with intelligence, secrecy and medical skill, she takes on a system built to protect powerful men and silence women.
Dark and compassionate, this novel shines a light on women erased from history and the ways they helped one another survive in a world ruled by double standards.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Rose Dhu by Mark Murphy It is a perfect read it you are in the mood for : -Southern Gothic mysteries - high-society secrets and coastal intrigue - character-driven crime fiction #BookSky #Mystery

📔Rose Dhu
Mark Murphy
GFB
Publication date : January 20, 2026
318 pages, Paperback
In Rose Dhu, the disappearance of Dr. Janie O’Connor shakes a coastal Georgia community to its core. Her former fiancé, Phillip Carruthers, is the prime suspect, but with alibis, false witnesses and long-buried secrets, nothing is as it seems.
Detective Frank Winger is determined to uncover the truth, navigating a tangled web of back-door dealings, old enemies and personal ghosts. From the grand Savannah estate to the twisting streets under the live oaks, this suspenseful Southern Gothic thriller keeps you guessing until the very last page.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Little Big Sister by Eoin Colfer You will enjoy it if you are in the mood for : -stories about sibling relationships - tales of self-acceptance and confidence - chapter books that explore diversity and disability @pubspotlight.bsky.social @littleislandbooks.bsky.social #BookSky #KidLit

📔Little Big Sister
Eoin Colfer
Little Island Books
Publication date : June 17, 2025
64 pages, Hardcover
Little Big Sister is a tale about Starr, a young girl with dwarfism and her journey of self-discovery as she grows up alongside her little sister, Babs. When Starr starts primary school and notices she’s shorter than the other kids, she worries about fitting in, but with the love of her family and guidance from her teacher, she finds the courage to shine in her own way.
Illustrated by Celia Ivey, who brings authenticity to the story, this book is a beautiful celebration of family, difference and self-confidence.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Good Night, Ninjas by Sanae Ishida It is a playful bedtime resistance story. It has cute animal sidekicks. It has Japanese-inspired cultural elements. #BookSky #KidLit

📔Good Night, Ninjas
Sanae Ishida
Little Bigfoot
Publication date : August 5, 2025
22 pages, Board Book
Good Night, Ninjas turns the classic bedtime struggle into a playful nighttime adventure : Little Kunoichi the Ninja Girl and her ninja pet rabbit are definitely not ready for sleep, after all, ninjas twirl, climb, sneak snacks and even put on a ninja pajama fashion show!
With adorable illustrations and lively text, this board book captures that familiar “one more thing!” energy before bedtime, guiding little listeners toward rest. Blending ninja fun with a soothing good-night rhythm, it is a bedtime story that feels energetic and comforting all at once.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

A Book That Becomes a Playhouse! It is a portable play for travel and quiet time ! It is an interactive book that turns into a playset ! It builds fine motor skills & is super cute 🥰 @nosycrowus.bsky.social @pubspotlight.bsky.social #BookSky #KidLit #InteractiveBook #Game

📔Fold-Out + Play: House
Ingela P. Arrhenius
Nosy Crow
Publication date : September 30, 2025
14 pages, Board Book
Step inside Fold-Out + Play: House, a joyful board book that opens up into a whole world of imaginative play. This isn’t just a story you read, it is one you build, decorate and act out.
With bold retro illustrations, sturdy stand-up animal characters, furniture and stickers, this clever book transforms into a 3D house where kids can follow a simple story or invent their own.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Play Smart BIG: Fun Workbooks to Boost Early Learning! ✔️ Hands-on learning and activity-based education ✔️ Workbooks that make letters, numbers and shapes fun ✔️ Early math, reading and STEAM challenges #BookSky #KidLit #Homeschool #WorkBooks

📔Give your little learners a head start with the Play Smart BIG workbook series! From preschoolers to first graders, these workbooks are packed with over 230 interactive activities designed to make learning hands-on, fun and stress-free.

With step-by-step instructions and perforated pages for easy removal, kids can explore, practice and master essential skills while having a blast!

💥Play Smart Big Preschool Workbook Ages 2-4: Over 250 Activities (August 22, 2023 by Gakken)
Letters, numbers, shapes and fine motor skills in 9 easy-to-follow sections.

💥Play Smart Big Kindergarten Workbook Ages 5-6: Over 230 Activities (November 12, 2024 by Gakken)
Phonics, sight words, early math, reading, and social skills.

💥Play Smart Big First Grade Workbook Ages 6-7: 230 Brain - Boosting STEAM Activities (April 15, 2025 by Gakken)
Brain-boosting STEAM activities that develop critical thinking, creativity, and real-world problem-solving.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

The Great Dane by Suanne Laqueur ✔️ A Story exploring grief, loss and emotional healing ✔️ A Mystery tied to games, symbols and myth ✔A Nontraditional love story and chosen family #BookSky

The Great Dane
Suanne Laqueur
January 13, 2026
500 pages, Paperback
After the sudden death of his only child, Liko Greenman drifts through life, looking for anything to fill the empty hours. That is, until a clue from his son’s favorite video game, Three Hares, leads him to a remote farm in New York. There, he meets Danelaw “Dane” Strong, a man with one blue eye, one brown and a life shaped by love, loss and decades of devotion.
Over the summer, Liko and Dane embark on a journey together, solving the game’s mystery, confronting grief and discovering connection in the most unexpected ways. Along the way, they discover that the true meaning of the Three Hares game isn’t just in finishing it, it is in the lives it touches.
With a rich blend of literary fiction, mystery and emotion, The Great Dane is a story about grief, love beyond convention and the fragile ways people find belonging.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

The Pinchers and the Curse of the Egyptian Cat by Anders Sparring & Per Gustavsson ✔️A Crime story with a humorous twist ✔️An Ancient curse and magical mishaps ✔️A Story about family, identity and not fitting in @pubspotlight.bsky.social @geckopress.bsky.social #BookSky #KidLit

📔The Pinchers and the Curse of the Egyptian Cat
Anders Sparring
Per Gustavsson
Gecko Press
Publication date : March 4, 2025
92 pages, Hardcover
Theo Pincher has a problem: he’s honest. In a family of criminals, that makes him the odd one out. But when Theo and his sister accidentally break an ancient Egyptian cat statue, they unleash a family curse that flips everything upside down : Suddenly, criminals are struck with unbearable honesty and honest people feel an irresistible urge to steal. Theo finds himself turning into the very thing he never wanted to be, while his sister can’t lie to save her life. As chaos spreads through the Pincher household, Theo must figure out who he really is when his choices are no longer his own.
Packed with humor, clever twists and expressive illustrations, this illustrated crime adventure is fast, funny and thoughtful.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Shiny Happy People by Clay McLeod Chapman Perfect if you are in the Mood for : Psychological horror that creeps under your skin Stories exploring addiction and generational trauma Social media–driven fear and viral culture gone wrong @getunderlined.bsky.social @claymcleod.bsky.social #BookSky #YA

Shiny Happy People
Clay McLeod Chapman
Delacorte Press
Publication date : November 11, 2025
368 pages, Hardcover
In this chilling and genre-bending YA horror novel, sixteen-year-old Kyra watches her small town unravel after a mysterious new party drug sweeps through her high school. What starts as a viral challenge quickly turns disturbing as friends and family begin changing overnight : Personalities are rewritten, emotions are dulled and connections are broken. Already haunted by her childhood and her mother’s addiction, Kyra knows something is deeply wrong. As nightmares bleed into reality, she teams up with Logan, the only other teen questioning what’s happening, to uncover the truth behind the drug before it consumes them too.
Dark, unsettling and emotionally charged, Shiny Happy People blends psychological horror with sharp social commentary on addiction, identity and the terrifying cost of conformity.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

My last introduction was posted in 2024, so here is a little about me ! I am : - a Book Lover ( esp. KidLit , Fantasy , Graphic Novel and Romcom ) - a Little Free Library Steward - a Book Crossing Zone Manager - a Genealogy Maniac - fascinated by Arthurian Legends & Faery Lore

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Tiny Worlds by Brittany Cicchese 🍄 Nature exploration and hidden worlds 🌱 Reflective stories about imagination and curiosity 📚 Picture book that encourage mindfulness and appreciation of small moments @candlewickpress.bsky.social @cicchese-art.bsky.social #BookSky #KidLit

📔Tiny Worlds: A Story About Appreciating the Small Things
Brittany Cicchese
Candlewick
Publication date : January 13, 2026
32 pages, Hardcover

Sometimes the biggest wonders are the tiniest ones and Tiny Worlds reminds us to slow down and notice them. When a young boy visits his grandmother’s house, he sees magic in the smallest details: pie tins become playgrounds, ants tend their farms and tide pools hide teeming life. At first, Grandma tries to guide him toward more traditional outings, but she soon learns that his tiny worlds are big enough for her to meet him there.

This debut picture book celebrates imagination, curiosity and the special bond between child and grandparent, showing readers of all ages that sometimes the little things are the most extraordinary.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

BoardBook Adventures for Little Readers! 🗣️Perfect if you are in the Mood for : 🦕 Dinosaur adventures and clumsy-but-lovable characters 🐚 Underwater magic and friendship stories 🩰 Creative arts, dance and imaginative play @simonkids.bsky.social #BookSky #KidLit

📔Three delightful new books are here to spark curiosity, creativity and friendship in young readers! From clumsy dinosaurs to underwater unicorns and graceful ballerinas, these stories are packed with adventure, laughter and lessons for social-emotional growth.

💥Dinosaur Whack! The Stegosaurus by Peter Curtis and Jeanne Willis (December 9, 2025 by Simon Spotlight)
Join Whack as she learns to turn her clumsiness into something wonderful, all while making friends along the way.

💥Not quite Narwhal : Be a Friend! by Gloria Cruz (December 9, 2025 by Simon Spotlight)
Dive into adventures with Kelp and friends, celebrating teamwork, encouragement and fun under the sea and in Unicorn Land.

💥Angelina Ballerina and the Flower Show by Katharine Holabird and Helen Craig (December 9, 2025 by Simon Spotlight)
Pirouette among the flowers with Angelina and friends as they craft crowns, bouquets and a ballet performance full of creativity and gratitude.

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A Blue Box Full of Books @abluebox.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Cloud Puppy 2 by Kelly Leigh Miller 🗣️Perfect if you are in the Mood for : 🎮 Cozy games and low-stakes adventures 🤝 Friendship stories about empathy and compromise 📚 Graphic chapter books for emerging readers @simonkids.bsky.social @bookofkellz.bsky.social #BookSky #GraphicNovel #KidLit

📔Game On!
(Cloud Puppy 2)
Kelly Leigh Miller
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Publication date : March 4, 2025
160 pages, Hardcover

In Game On!, Cloud Puppy happily plays her favorite cozy farming game… until a friend insists his games are better. Suddenly, self-doubt creeps in and Cloud Puppy starts questioning the things that bring her joy. What follows is a sweet and funny story about friendship, fairness and respecting different tastes. With expressive illustrations, playful humor and emotional lessons, this graphic novel shows young readers that there’s no “right” way to have fun and that trying to understand each other matters way more than winning an argument.

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