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Children's Book Titles

CHOP IT CHIP: QUEST OF A NINJA CHEF

by Elaine Honeycutt, Illustrated by Matthew Gonya

Pack your bags and enjoy a culinary adventure with Chop-it-Chip, a boy ninja chef from Japan. He is on a quest to learn about new foods and new cultures from around the world. His first stop is in Austin, Texas, where he meets a new friend who teaches him how to cook his grandma’s apple pie. Both the story and the recipe will inspire families to create a tasty treat at home.

JOURNEY BEYOND THE WALLS

by Sir James Thornhill

Embark on a historical journey to discover the contributions of famous African Americans from the past and present. Read biographies, write personal journal entries, and draw your own images in this educational coloring book. Muralist Sir James Thornhill teaches you the impact of his famous Richmond, Virginia, murals beyond the walls. This is the perfect companion to support lessons during Black History Month or Civil Rights Units.

Middle Grade Titles

THE ADVENTURES OF SYD: A TRAIL OF TROUBLE

by Danielle Simone

Join Syd Gardener and her blue heeler, Goose, on a backpacking adventure along the trails of Nelson County, Virginia. Syd's scientist father is on assignment to find out what is attacking Hemlock trees, a sign of global warming. Unfortunately, trouble meets them all along the hike thanks to mishaps with animals, nature, and camping locations. Will Syd and her dog overcome these obstacles to help Dr. Gardener discover a way to save the trees? This book takes us on an outdoor exploration that readers will never forget.

• 2025 Green Book Long List Book by The Nature Generation

THE ADVENTURES OF SYD: THE FORGOTTEN TOWN OF WASH WOODS

by Danielle Simone

JSyd Gardener and her blue heeler, Goose, are off on a kayaking trip to False Cape State Park in Virginia. Syd's scientist dad needs to study the salinity in the water and its impact on bay grasses. Syd and Goose are on a mission to find the forgotten town of Wash Woods and the secrets it holds. While Syd and Goose are out exploring, they are confronted with the harsh reality of the cycle of life and must decide whether they should or should not intervene. Does the decision they make impact other animals? Will the Gardeners make it out of the Back Bay through the rocky waters? Follow along with the family as they navigate the bay and new adventures along the way.

Young Adult Titles

THE ALTERNATE WORLD

by Kathryn Starke

Every decision is ultimately determined based on two choices-one that comes from following your heart and one that comes from following your head. So, what prevents people from achieving their own hopes, dreams, and desires?

Eve Thompson enters a New England boarding school for high school where she and her classmates are presented with an array of everyday life choices and decisions faced by teens. Will each student take the most common route or the road less traveled? There is no right or wrong answer, but only one choice leads to the path that represents your true self.

What if a world existed where people could be their authentic selves without judgement-where life choices are entirely up to you and what’s best for you. What are you going to choose to do? Welcome to The Alternate World.

• Literary Titan Gold Book Award for Fiction
• CLBC Book Award for Best Young Adult and Coming of Age Fantasy