New & Coming Soon Chapter Books

Looking for something new to read? Check out this list of new and coming soon books for 3rd - 5th graders. You can place a hold in the catalog by clicking on a title. 

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Alessandri, Alexandra

A funny, relatable middle school drama about two Colombian American girls who have always been BFFs--until sixth grade turns everything upside down.

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Bennett, Jenn

Thirteen-year-old Ruthless Rose, once a fair maiden turned outlaw leader, faces a dilemma when her gang accidentally attacks a carriage carrying Prince Fenrik, a young royal fleeing the Firebrands, forcing her to choose between revenge and aiding the kingdom.

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Burgos, Hilda Eunice

Told in alternating voices, follows Miguel and his newly adopted street savvy cat Lolo as they build a loving and supportive friendship in Washington Heights.

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Carlson, Caroline

In a funny and charming fantastical romp, overlooked Princess Marigold is nothing like her perfect, just-returned sister--so she runs away to an evil wizard's tower to prove her wickedness.

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Christmas, Johnnie

A video gamer's championship aspirations are dashed when his parents send him to Camp Reset, where electronics are forbidden and you're forced to socialize, eat healthy, and spend time outside. 

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Hahn, Mary Downing

Diana and her little brother, Georgie, know every inch of the land around the old Willis place, a crumbling mansion that some people say is haunted. When Lissa arrives with her father, the new caretaker of the estate, Diana is overjoyed. She's been wishing for a friend. She can show Lissa all her favorite spots, and they can share their favorite books. Maybe Lissa can even help her uncover the ghastly secret of the creepy old Willis house. But there are rules that must be followed in order to keep the peace. Diana and Georgie aren't allowed to make friends. If Diana makes contact with Lissa, she could unleash evil forces beyond her control . . . and then they'll all be sorry.

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Hughes, Solomon

Fifty two different stories. Fifty two different Authors. Endless fright for all ages. 

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Kelly, Erin Entrada

Felix Powell can talk to animals. Just ask his dog, Mary Puppins! They talk all the time. When a mysterious, magical spell turns Felix into a dog, Mary Puppins is amazed. But not as much as Felix! Will his tail ever stop wagging? Will he ever see in full color again? How will he deal with Gumbo, the snobby neighborhood cat? Most importantly, will he ever return to being a regular boy?

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Khan, M. T.

After his mother goes missing, twelve-year-old Amir teams up with the jinn princess Shamsa to find her.

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Lincoln, Christopher

Twins Page and Turner know about the magic a library holds--they've been going to their beloved New York City public library for years, especially since their parents are always traveling for work. But a secret mission involving their dad's rare and valuable edition of Bram Stoker's Dracula uncovers a world they've never known, featuring a mysterious Night Librarian, famous heroes (and villains) that have broken free from classic books, and an epic battle to save the library from total destruction.

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Murguia, Bethanie

Discover a new young graphic novel series full of humor and heart about a lovable dog, her favorite human, and their pawsome pack in this unforgettable friendship story perfect for fans of PAWCASSO and ANIMAL RESCUE FRIENDS.

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Pla, Sally J.

From award-winning author Sally J. Pla comes an illustrated middle grade novel about introverted Isabel Beane, who learns to speak up to quiet her worries.

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Royce, Eden

The Walter Award Honor-winning author of Root Magic returns with a terrifying story in the Southern Gothic tradition, inspired by the hoodoo practice of hair burning.

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Tolcser, Sarah

When disaster strikes at Majestica, a magical creature park, thirteen-year-old maid Hattie and Evelyn, the park owner's spoiled niece, must overcome their differences to save the day.

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Zargarpur, Deeba

Farrah sees her father just one day every year--her birthday. But this year, her wish to bring them closer goes wildly awry when Farrah discovers she is a half-jinn . . . and her father is one of the seven great jinn kings. Her wish traps her father inside a legendary ring, and the other six jinn kings will follow unless Farrah can rectify her mistake. Pursued by menacing shadow jinn, Farrah's quest takes her to a floating mountain range. Joined by Idris, the jinn boy whom she inadvertently freed from the ring, and Yaseen, her just-discovered half-brother, Farrah must find a way to navigate the mysteries and dangers of her new world in order to save her father by facing the most devious jinn lord of all.

Summaries provided by DPL's catalog unless otherwise noted. Click on each title to view more information.

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