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The Hid­den Palace by Helene Weck­er

The Hid­den Palace by Helene Weck­er

In this enthralling historical epic, set in New York City and the Middle East in the years leading to World War I— the long-awaited follow-up to the acclaimed New York Times bestseller The Golem...

Abby, Tried and True by Don­na Gephart

Abby, Tried and True by Don­na Gephart

When Abby Braverman’s best friend, Cat, moves to Israel, she’s sure it’s the worst thing that could happen. But then her older brother, Paul, is diagnosed with cancer, and life upends again. Now it’s...

Chunky by Yehudi Mercado

Chunky by Yehudi Mercado

In this full-color middle grade graphic memoir for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jerry Craft, Yehudi Mercado draws inspiration from his childhood struggle with his weight while finding friendship with his imaginary mascot, Chunky,...