Children's Modern and Contemporary Fiction Books

'We're Going on a Crab Hunt' is a children's picture book that leads readers through the exciting and fast-paced experience of searching for crabs -- and the wonder of being in nature on the beach under the moonlight. If you are looking to re-live past...

Every practice, while Maverick is having fun with his team, his younger sister, Alyssa sits at the rink bored and ready to leave. Hockey is boring, the rink is boring, and she just wants to go home and do things that she wants to do.Until one day when...

"Oh, Give Me A Home" follows the journey of a young gnome born in Texas who has just taken on the mantle of protector in the Great Garden. Under the moon's gentle glow, the gnome and his companions navigate the undergrowth, safeguarding their domain from...

Meet Quilliam, the mystical elf with a desire for mischief unlike any other. Famous for conjuring up the stickiest of dilemmas, his delight comes from children's misfortunes. Embark on a captivating adventure to see if any child can outwit the...

Through a tale of celestial friendship, Total Solar Eclipse: A Stellar Friendship Story explores the awe-inspiring phenomenon of a total solar eclipse and the unexpected ways we shine together. Sunis seriously out of sorts about the...

With the soul of an old salt and the adventurous spirit of a young boy, Bobby longs to explore the coastal waters of the Pacific Northwest. As he sleeps - kelp, driftwood, and graveled beaches call his name. This is Bobby's dream. But a dream, much...

Lucky the Leprechaun on the Loose is the legendary St. Patrick's Day leprechaun. Each year, during the month of March up until the famous Irish holiday, Lucky comes to visit children at school and at home. But he isn't here just for a visit! Lucky wants...

Being a child is a beautiful mindset. Memories of your favorite experiences can make you feel that childhood excitement once again. Having a little one in your life can also bring back those same feelings. You are then able to live those memories once...

Twelve-year-old African American twins, MALIA, and MICAH, OLIVER, aren't what you would call the top dogs of the middle school social food chain. With her brute strength and no-can-do attitude, Malia has the likes of Serena Williams on her radar, and...

There's always something going on in the Wynnter Household no matter the time of day. Kei and Brie Wynnter are twin sisters who are outstanding students and daughters around the clock. They love to learn and help their friends, so when their super...

A dragon on the run. A clever curse. And a Queen willing to sacrifice anyone for the power she craves.Alice didn't ask to come to Wonderland, and she certainly didn't ask to be tasked with breaking a curse.But thanks to a snarky cat on a mission, that's...

Eli the Elephant has a special day planned with Finley Flamingo until....ACHOO! She comes down with the flu! From initial excitement and joy to disappointment, anger, and sadness, Eli will need to work through his big feelings, with a...

Little Manju just CAN'T stop dancing in place! Why? Her favorite holiday is CHRISTMAS and it's almost here!Christmas is a joyous holiday celebrated all around the world, and Kerala, a state on the Western coast of India, is no different.Come and...

Have you ever wondered how to help a friend feel better when they're having one of those not-so-great days? Join Iggidy Piggidy and Higgidy Piggidy on one of their everyday adventures at school, as they complete their mission to cheer up their friend...

The Smoky Mountain Adventure takes place at Cades Cove in the Smoky Mountains. Josh, Smudge, and their mountain friends are involved in a life-threatening, life-changing adventure which teaches children the value of loving and caring for others. Josh and...

Joy is a curious young girl that dreams about different professions in fields ranging from health care to science to politics. This is a book to inspire kids, especially girls, to imagine the possibilities and follow their dreams.

Are you struggling to find books with black characters? Do you want a book that has a Black girl with natural hair as the main character? This is the book for you! This heartfelt book was inspired by my own little sister. She has taught me so much and...

Kai Venture is getting ready to go on his first flight. Kai's parents send him to the mysterious guest bedroom to get a suitcase when he stumbles upon something very special: an old suitcase that happens to be glowing. He does what any curious...

Missouri's Memories is the second in the trilogy of the Time Travels of Annie Sesstry, advancing the young time-travelers beyond America's Reconstruction era into the twentieth century. Annie, Emma, and Josh prepare for the National Museum of...

Blackersian portrays the coming together of two very different cultures from a child's perspective. It celebrates the diversity of the child's family and paints a clear picture of the customs and traditions within the Persian and Black cultures.

When the lights go out, the Waddox comes out!Join Maddox as he searches for the monster bumping and thumping around his room. With his handy flashlight, he catches glimpses of the Waddox in his closet, behind his curtains, and even under his bed! But...

Get ready for a berry extraordinary adventure in this fun story to teach kids how to eat healthy.The battle of the veggies versus the fruits begins! The veggies are tired of being cold in the Refrigerator instead of sitting on the counter like the fruits...

Esta es la historia de una niña hermosa que vives u vida con el syndrome Down. Maria siempre viste de rosa y nunca deja su capa de superheroe. Siempre la verás acompañada de su abuelita Elsa quien está a cargo de ella y de su fiel acompañante y...

This is the story of a beautiful girl who lives her life with Down Syndrome. Maria always dresses in pink and never leaves her superhero cape. She is always accompanied by her Grandmother Else who takes care of her and her support dog Paco. Together they...

Mrs. Sallie, affectionally known as "Mama," is ninety-one years old and the only elderly person in the town of Ashville. Up until recently, she had been a lighthearted person ready to meet challenges head-on. On the outside, she appeared happy,...

Rules are particularly important. The first day of school is always exciting but also tough because there are so many things to remember and nerves are at an all time high. The day begins with a ride on a bus in which the first rules are established by...

"Ndidi the Neglected Child" is book one of a series of folktales that seek to propagate a solid moral foundation for children. It is a story of a child who was neglected and hated by her stepmother. Her stepmother was later punished for her wickedness...

Jazzy is a brown and white dog who loves sticks. She loves big ones, short ones, fat ones, skinny ones, long ones, and anything that is a stick. Have you ever seen the videos of dogs carrying the biggest sticks imaginable? That's Jazzy.Young...

Football season has started and Dre is so excited to be the starting quarterback of his team. The big game is Friday night. The team is out on the field excited and full of energy practicing for the first game of the New Year.Will Dre and his team win...

In this captivating classical remake of the 2007 'who-done-it' book, we meet four friends who discover some strange happenings at their school. Follow them on this thrilling caper to discover the true culprit. Will they find those responsible? Or will...

Lucia is a little boat who floats her way into the life of an old villa on Lake Como who needs her help. Will she be able to find help to save her friend before it's too late?Lucia Savoia is a first-time author and artist currently studying in Milan,...

"As I looked on, their shapes slowly appeared,Eyes glowing bright, with an all-over beard!"A humorous read-aloud picture book about a little girl learning to manage her fears and finds out that perhaps they weren't so scary after all. With rhythmic...

Jade and Ruby learn the importance of self-care! Follow along in their imaginative adventure as they discover how their mommy takes care of herself. Self-care IS self-love!

In this beautifully illustrated Alphabet Poem by author Lynne Fuqua and illustrator Robin Chilstrom, Aardy the Aardvark embarks on a once-in-a-lifetime alphabetical adventure! Join Aardy and 25 delightful animal friends for a Big Surprise...but that's...

Isaiah's family is a foster family and today they will begin to a care for a new little girl named Grace. Isaiah takes us through his first day with Grace. In the United States there are over 400,000 children in foster care. This story gives an example...

Parents, this book tackles the concept of saving money to start children on the path to a bright financial future. Research shows that money habits are set by age seven, yet this important topic is often neglected. The Moneytopia series is designed to...

With friends, family, and the community gathered for a cookout full of fun, food, and laughter, Campbell is most excited for story time. Ms. Sarah, a major part of the community, is going to share her story about that historical day, Juneteenth. Follow...

 Ce conte thérapeutique nous entraine dans l'histoire d'Amy, une douce et adorable fille, qui se retrouve confrontée à plusieurs situations effrayantes et se met à avoir peur de l'orage et de la pluie. Cette peur devient si intense qu'elle ne peut...

Francis Hardesty explores all sorts of animals and their quirks on his humorous trip through the alphabet. The silly poetry of the book is perfect for young readers to enjoy. Hardesty wrote this historic work of literary fiction over 120 years ago for...

This book was written to stop bullying. Simon is a little boy and is being bullied by a mean boy named Eugene. What Simon doesn't know is that Eugene is very tired from staying up late at night. Eugene is also worried about getting in trouble with his...

Turn Learning Into Laughter! Follow along with a hungry mouse who gets into trouble, a goose looking to marry, a fish with big dreams and many more! Funny, Easy to Read Picture Book with Short Story Rhymes that will have children learning about Plural...

Mishka, a very mischievous puppy, moves to New York City where she doesn't know a single soul. Determined to get into some mischief she goes on an adventure in Central Park. Much to her joy, she also finds friends along the way.

Join us in Guatemala for a lovely story of friendship between Billy Joe Boa and Miguel the Mouse. After discovering they weren't accepted by their animal neighbors, Billy Joe and Miguel find a new home and new friends on a banana farm. 

Pop the Bubbles is a story of hope and the belief that having faith the size of a mustard seed can help you overcome things if you only believe. Pop the Bubbles was written during a pandemic when the author thought of how anxious and confused small...

"Starting today, you have the power to change your thoughts, words, and actions, and you will see that good Karma will quickly find you."Two young brothers are the best of friends (most of the time). Like most siblings, they argue and fight, getting into...

This book is for all of the boys and girls with a love of sports who have ever dreamed the dream to be a professional athlete.  So You Want To Be A Hoop Star? follows Bella, a twelve-year-old girl who has always enjoyed playing basketball ever since...

Sockboy's World Is Getting BiggerSockboy's previous experiences have expanded his horizons-now he's headed for outer space!In the spirit of the science-fiction cliffhangers in old motion picture serials, in this exciting story, our intrepid hero seeks to...

My favorite mask is about a little girl who discovers she is going to wear a mask for the first time. The virus called COVID-19 is affecting, and she has to protect herself. This book is a creative opportunity to encourage our children to wear...