15 Books Perfect for Judy Blume Fans

by Ambreen Butt-Hussain

An insightful coming-of-age novel. Full review >

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by Freja Nicole Woolf

Oodles of entertainment. Full review >

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by Amy Spalding

A cute, queer romance plus a sweet exploration of the special bond between sisters. Full review >

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by Haley Neil

An engrossing, emotionally dynamic coming-of-age story. Full review >

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by Meira Drazin

Authentic, joyful, achingly real. Full review >

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by Kim Harrington

A real and necessary read, period! Full review >

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by Sara Zarr

A tender, honest, and beautifully written story about family, faith, and friendship. Full review >

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by Renée Watson ; illustrated by Niña Mata

Move over Ramona Quimby, Portland has another neighbor you have to meet! Full review >

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by Lily Williams & Karen Schneemann ; illustrated by Lily Williams

Just bloody perfect. Full review >

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by Barbara Dee

This timely exploration of a depressingly common experience should begin some useful conversations. Full review >

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by Julie Murphy

An excellent blend of eccentricity, humor, genuine sweetness, and mild drama Full review >

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by Sandhya Menon

Menon’s (When Dimple Met Rishi, 2017) sophomore effort is a charming and sophisticated rom-com that outshines her previous... Full review >

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by Maurene Goo

Snappy dialogue and an endearing cast of characters bring to life this richly-drawn portrait of multicultural LA. Full review >

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by Celia C. Pérez

A charming debut about a thoughtful, creative preteen connecting to both halves of her identity. Full review >

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by Erin Entrada Kelly

Children’s literature has been waiting for Apple Yengko—a strong, Asian-American girl whose ethnic identity simultaneously... Full review >

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