Kids Bookseller Picks

The Wild Huntress

By: Emily Lloyd-Jones
Narrated by: Moira Quirk
Length: 11 hours 49 minutes

“If you’re looking for an atmospheric fall read that’s well-written, adventurous, and reminiscent of your favorite childhood fairytales, The Wild Huntress is your next pick! Read more

The Bletchley Riddle

By: Ruta Sepetys & Steve Sheinkin
Narrated by: Louis Hill, Georgina Jane, Ruta Sepetys & Steve Sheinkin
Length: 9 hours 29 minutes

“Wow! Just wow! Well-written, informative historical fiction with YA characters and a compelling storyline. Nothing felt dumbed down for the YA audience. As a fully-grown adult, I learned so much about Bletchley Park and the realities of WWII through the eyes of a Londoner. Read more

The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science

The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science: Book #1

By: Kate McKinnon
Narrated by: Kate McKinnon & Emily Lynne
Length: 4 hours 54 minutes

“This was one of my favorite middle grade books of 2024, partially because I am such a huge fan of Kate McKinnon. This book is exactly what you'd expect: fun, weird, and full of underdogs to cheer for. Perfect for any kid who feels like an outsider, loves science, or has cheered for the underdog. The audiobook is excellent - just be sure to... Read more

Heir (A Good Morning America YA Book Club Pick)

By: Sabaa Tahir
Narrated by: Vidish Athavale, Esme Lonsdale, Joe Pitts, Marco Young & Rachel Petladwala
Length: 17 hours 46 minutes

“I loved Heir by Sabaa Tahir! Her world building is amazing, and easy to comprehend. I loved the war between the rich and poor, and the fact that unlikely friends band together! I loved the multiple perspectives, and the fact that I didn’t expect what was going to come! I love when a book is unpredictable! Read more

Twenty-Four Seconds from Now . . .

A LOVE Story

By: Jason Reynolds
Narrated by: Guy Lockard
Length: 4 hours 27 minutes

“One thing I can always count on, is for Jason Reynolds to write a culturally aware experience that makes me feel so seen. But it's still so unique to the characters he's created. This story brought back all those first love feelings and I can't wait for teens to read about a light, honest, & soft love from characters that look like them. Read more

When the World Tips Over

By: Jandy Nelson
Narrated by: Michael Crouch, Alex McKenna, Briggon Snow, Caitlin Kinnunen & Julia Whelan
Length: 17 hours 16 minutes

“This book is nothing you expect it to be. It’s heart breaking and odd and a bit mystical. It’s a medical drama, a multigenerational family drama, a love story, it’s everything, and the writing is absolutely stunning! Read more

The Wild Robot

The Wild Robot: Book #1

By: Peter Brown
Narrated by: Kate Atwater
Length: 4 hours 14 minutes

“Super heart warming tale of a robot, named Roz, shipwrecked on an island. She is faced with adapting and learning to survive in her new home. Roz teaches perseverance and how kindness in the face of adversity CAN create meaningful relationships. As the listener we learn that families come in all shapes and sizes, and how it can be hard to be the... Read more

The Lost Library

By: Rebecca Stead & Wendy Mass
Narrated by: Christopher Gebauer, Jennifer Blom & Rob Dircks
Length: 4 hours 15 minutes

“Two powerhouse children’s authors come together to create a heartfelt cozy story. There is a love that some children find in Libraries and the safety, or adventure they offer in books. Such a place is bound to have a lasting effect on the community it serves. This story is of one town that tragically loses their beloved library, and it takes... Read more

Look Both Ways

A Tale Told in Ten Blocks

By: Jason Reynolds
Narrated by: Heather Alicia Simms, Chris Chalk, Bahni Turpin, Kevin R. Free, JD Jackson, Guy Lockard, January LaVoy, Jason Reynolds, Adenrele Ojo & David Sadzin
Length: 3 hours 58 minutes

“The best thing about this book is the promise on the cover – a tale told in ten blocks. Each chapter is titled as a different street in the neighborhood with one character in an interlocking network of stories that unfold into something bigger the longer you read – or, in my case, listen to the incredible full-cast audiobook. Look Both Ways is... Read more

The Silver Arrow

By: Lev Grossman
Narrated by: Simon Vance
Length: 3 hours 51 minutes

“This great adventure takes us into the realm of climate change, endangered species and the Golden Rule - do unto the Earth that which you would like the Earth to return to you. We CAN do better. We MUST do better. AND why not have the adventure of a lifetime while we are at it? Would be an excellent read-a-loud for middle grade. I listened to... Read more

The Eyes and the Impossible

(Newbery Medal Winner)

By: Dave Eggers
Narrated by: Ethan Hawke
Length: 5 hours 18 minutes

“Narrated by Ethan Hawke, this story gives you an inside look at the thoughts of Johannes, who is a very loveable dog. Wonderful, tender, creative, and sweet! Read more

Cog

By: Greg van Eekhout
Narrated by: James Fouhey
Length: 4 hours 1 minute

“Cognitive Development is Cog’s primary purpose, and his fresh, clear way of looking at the world makes me want to chase after him so his wisdom is always next to me. Read with sincerity and character, I loved listening to this story on a recent road trip. Great for conversation or just ruminating, Cog like Wall-E makes the world better because... Read more

Amari and the Night Brothers

Supernatural Investigations: Book #1

By: B. B. Alston
Narrated by: Imani Parks
Length: 11 hours 11 minutes

“This book was fun! As a reference point, I would say it's a Spy Kids/Men in Black/Percy Jackson/Harry Potter hybrid but honestly, it's in a class all of it's own. Amari was a wonderful main character. She is super smart and caring and despite the absolute terribleness of her peers, prevails by learning to trust herself and use her talents to... Read more

Before the Ever After

By: Jacqueline Woodson
Narrated by: Guy Lockard
Length: 2 hours 14 minutes

“Powerful story written in verse form which explores the damaging effect of football-related brain injuries on not only the players, but their families and communities. Paints an honest and difficult picture of grappling with loss and change, while also providing hope and a model of resiliency. Read more

Not Quite a Ghost

By: Anne Ursu
Narrated by: Eva Kaminsky
Length: 6 hours 45 minutes

“A haunted house story complicated by all the changes of entering middle school and a mysterious invisible illness. Inspired by The Yellow Wallpaper, a story published in 1896 where a woman diagnosed with 'hysteria' is forced into bed rest that causes temporary insanity, Not Quite a Ghost is a wonderful representation of living with chronic and... Read more

Everything Sad is Untrue

(a true story)

By: Daniel Nayeri
Narrated by: Daniel Nayeri
Length: 7 hours 48 minutes

“Listener, you are about to enter a world of rose water and saffron, of sheep's blood and mad bulls, of myth and magic carpets, a world of Scheherazade's making, a thousand and one stories that each bend and weave and buoy the next. As a child who had to flee his beloved home and family in Iran, Daniel's warm narration invites us to sit and stay... Read more

Frankie & Bug

By: Gayle Forman
Narrated by: Stockard Channing
Length: 5 hours 21 minutes

“I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Stockard Channing. Incredible. She brought so much to the story with her inflection. The story of Frankie and Bug is so good and delicately handles situations similar to Front Desk. Kids know when something is not right, and they're not scared to address it. The kids have amazing role models in their... Read more

Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow

Nevermoor: Book #1

By: Jessica Townsend
Narrated by: Gemma Whelan
Length: 11 hours

“Nevermoor is The Unwanteds meets The Apprentice Witch, with a splash of Alice in Wonderland and The Mysterious Benedict Society. Seems like the perfect book right? This book weaves together a magical tale of cursed child, Morrigan Crow, who manages to escape her fate while traveling to alternate world. But how long can one really escape their... Read more

The Golden Swift

By: Lev Grossman
Narrated by: Simon Vance
Length: 4 hours 11 minutes

“Just as good if not better than the first book, The Silver Arrow! Adults could learn a lot by reading this book, too. Kate and Tom grapple with relatable personal issues, along with trying to save the world and its creatures via their magical train. This time, they meet up with another pair of young conductors, and learn hard and important... Read more

From the Desk of Zoe Washington

Zoe Washington

By: Janae Marks
Narrated by: Bahni Turpin
Length: 6 hours 9 minutes

“An absolutely charming and inspirational read or listen about family, growing up and second chances. Social justice issues and experiences of racism are appropriately handled with grace and realism for this age. I enjoyed spending a bit of my summer experiencing her summer adventures and mishaps. Zoe is portrayed as a bright, ambitious 12... Read more