Adventure, Christian Fiction, Historical
Terror in the Tunnel — “The Imagination Station” Series

Cousins Beth and Patrick travel back in the Imagination Station to thwart a plot against President Lincoln on his way …

Biography, Drama, Historical
Beneath a Scarlet Sky

Based on true events of World War II, young Pino helps Jews escape over the Italian mountains and later spies …

Fantasy
Beyond the Deepwoods

When Twig turns 13, his surrogate woodtroll mother, Spelda, reveals he’s adopted and sends him away to discover his destiny.

Drama, Fairy Tale, Fantasy
The Isle of the Lost—“The Descendants Series”

The children of four Disney villains join together to find the Dragon’s Eye; each hope to earn the love of …

Contemporary
Dear Mr. Henshaw

Leigh moves to a new town and writes a letter.

Biography
Harriet Tubman – “DK Biography” Series

Harriet Tubman’s courageous efforts helped abolish slavery.

Fantasy
The Witches

Grandmamma tells about who witches really are.

illustration of make-believe boy king and dragon
10 Family-Friendly Picture Books from 2011

Listed in alphabetical order: Balloons Over Broadway Melissa Sweet (author/illustrator); published by Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, an imprint of …

Historical, Supernatural Realism
Dreaming in Cuban

Three generations of Cuban women try to survive after tragic events and heartbreak by embracing activities like art, spirituality, activism …

Contemporary, Fantasy, Humor
Invisible Inkling — “Invisible Inkling” Series

Ever since Hank’s best friend moved away, he has been nervous about starting fourth grade but gets unexpected support from …

Christian Fiction, Contemporary
Flip Flop — “Real TV” Series

Chickie and Brianna get to redecorate each other’s bedrooms on a reality show.

Science Fiction
Steelheart — “The Reckoners” Series

Is justice or revenge the focus of David and the Reckoners’ mission?

Adventure
Holes

Stanley Yelnats fights against an age-old family curse.

Fantasy
The Goose Girl — “Books of Bayern” Series

Princess Ani must overcome betrayal to reclaim her rightful throne.

Adventure, Christian Fiction, Suspense/Thriller
Monster (by Frank Peretti)

Reed Shelton’s wife is abducted by a creature in the woods.