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What we loved in 2022: Books for youth

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Here are a few titles, some brand new and some older, that staff enjoyed this last year.

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Too Many Pigs in the Pool

Too Many Pigs in the Pool

by Lanier, Wendy Hinote

Book - 2022

Picture book...At storytime this fall, we really enjoyed Too Many Pigs in the Pool by Wendy Lanier--it's a fun way to talk about how numbers double quickly (and space gets too small) when friends want to swim together! ~Anita Picture book...At storytime this fall, we really enjoyed Too Many Pigs in the Pool by Wendy Lanier--it's a fun way to talk about how numbers double quickly (and space gets too small) when friends want to swim together! ~Anita Show less

Picture book...At storytime this fall, we really enjoyed Too Many Pigs in the Pool by Wendy Lanier--it's a fun way to talk about how numbers double quickly (and space gets too small) when friends want to swim together! ~Anita Picture book...At storytime this fall, we really enjoyed Too Many Pigs in the Pool by Wendy Lanier--it's a fun way to talk about how numbers double quickly (and space gets too small) when friends want to swim together! ~Anita Show less

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Bathe the Cat

Bathe the Cat

by McGinty, Alice B., 1963-

Book - 2021

Picture book...Picture Book: Bathe the Cat, by Alice B. McGinty--an absolutely hilarious story about a wonderfully diverse family getting ready for a visi...Show more Picture book...Picture Book: Bathe the Cat, by Alice B. McGinty--an absolutely hilarious story about a wonderfully diverse family getting ready for a visit from grandma. I love the way the list of tasks that need to be done keeps getting more and more mixed up, with a little help from the mischievous cat. ~Stephanie Baileigh loved this one, too. Show less

Picture book...Picture Book: Bathe the Cat, by Alice B. McGinty--an absolutely hilarious story about a wonderfully diverse family getting ready for a visi...Show more Picture book...Picture Book: Bathe the Cat, by Alice B. McGinty--an absolutely hilarious story about a wonderfully diverse family getting ready for a visit from grandma. I love the way the list of tasks that need to be done keeps getting more and more mixed up, with a little help from the mischievous cat. ~Stephanie Baileigh loved this one, too. Show less

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The Three Billy Goats Gruff

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

by Barnett, Mac

Book - 2022

Picture book...An excellent new picture book version of the Three Billy Goats Gruff by Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen -- just a perfect read-aloud. I'm hoping to get the right mix of kids/ages to do it at storytime soon! ~Mary Picture book...An excellent new picture book version of the Three Billy Goats Gruff by Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen -- just a perfect read-aloud. I'm hoping to get the right mix of kids/ages to do it at storytime soon! ~Mary Show less

Picture book...An excellent new picture book version of the Three Billy Goats Gruff by Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen -- just a perfect read-aloud. I'm hoping to get the right mix of kids/ages to do it at storytime soon! ~Mary Picture book...An excellent new picture book version of the Three Billy Goats Gruff by Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen -- just a perfect read-aloud. I'm hoping to get the right mix of kids/ages to do it at storytime soon! ~Mary Show less

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Mustache Duckstache

Mustache Duckstache

by Young, Amy (Children's book author)

Book - 2021

Picture book....Favorite picture book is Mustache Duckstache by Amy Young. It will bring a smile to your face! ~Stella Picture book....Favorite picture book is Mustache Duckstache by Amy Young. It will bring a smile to your face! ~Stella Show less

Picture book....Favorite picture book is Mustache Duckstache by Amy Young. It will bring a smile to your face! ~Stella Picture book....Favorite picture book is Mustache Duckstache by Amy Young. It will bring a smile to your face! ~Stella Show less

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Knight Owl

Knight Owl

by Denise, Christopher

Book - 2022

Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

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Chickadee

Chickadee

Criminal Mastermind

by Silvie, Monica

Book - 2022

Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Picture book...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

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The Last Cuentista

The Last Cuentista

by Higuera, Donna Barba

Book - 2021

Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

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Isla to Island

Isla to Island

by Castellanos, Alexis

Graphic Novel - 2022

Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Children's fiction...one of the gems Anna found. Show less

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Moonwalking

Moonwalking

by Elliott, Zetta

Book - 2022

Children's fiction...LOVED Moonwalking by Zetta Elliott. Best for ages 10-14. Really raw novel in verse about two boys who bond over art but their very different life circumstances end their friendship. ~Marz Children's fiction...LOVED Moonwalking by Zetta Elliott. Best for ages 10-14. Really raw novel in verse about two boys who bond over art but their very different life circumstances end their friendship. ~Marz Show less

Children's fiction...LOVED Moonwalking by Zetta Elliott. Best for ages 10-14. Really raw novel in verse about two boys who bond over art but their very different life circumstances end their friendship. ~Marz Children's fiction...LOVED Moonwalking by Zetta Elliott. Best for ages 10-14. Really raw novel in verse about two boys who bond over art but their very different life circumstances end their friendship. ~Marz Show less

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The Ogress and the Orphans

The Ogress and the Orphans

by Barnhill, Kelly Regan

Book - 2022

Children's fiction...The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill was my favorite middle-grade read of the year! ~Dana Mindy add: I second The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill. Such a great story about community and kindness. Children's fiction...The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill was my favorite middle-grade read of the year! ~Dana Mindy add: I second The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill. Such a great story about community and kindness. Show less

Children's fiction...The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill was my favorite middle-grade read of the year! ~Dana Mindy add: I second The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill. Such a great story about community and kindness. Children's fiction...The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill was my favorite middle-grade read of the year! ~Dana Mindy add: I second The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill. Such a great story about community and kindness. Show less

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Odder

Odder

by Applegate, Katherine

Book - 2022

Children's fiction...For kids: Odder by Katherine Applegate. A story told in verse about a playful, inquisitive sea otter that ends up in the rescue progr...Show more Children's fiction...For kids: Odder by Katherine Applegate. A story told in verse about a playful, inquisitive sea otter that ends up in the rescue program at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Charming illustrations and delightful descriptions of this adorable little character. ~Andrea Show less

Children's fiction...For kids: Odder by Katherine Applegate. A story told in verse about a playful, inquisitive sea otter that ends up in the rescue progr...Show more Children's fiction...For kids: Odder by Katherine Applegate. A story told in verse about a playful, inquisitive sea otter that ends up in the rescue program at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Charming illustrations and delightful descriptions of this adorable little character. ~Andrea Show less

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Amari and the Night Brothers

Amari and the Night Brothers

by Alston, B. B.

Book - 2021

Children's fiction...The world-building in this magic school story is sooo good and the plot twists keep you guessing. The best part though is how much kids love this book too! ~Baileigh Children's fiction...The world-building in this magic school story is sooo good and the plot twists keep you guessing. The best part though is how much kids love this book too! ~Baileigh Show less

Children's fiction...The world-building in this magic school story is sooo good and the plot twists keep you guessing. The best part though is how much kids love this book too! ~Baileigh Children's fiction...The world-building in this magic school story is sooo good and the plot twists keep you guessing. The best part though is how much kids love this book too! ~Baileigh Show less

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Living With Viola

Living With Viola

by Fung, Rosena

Graphic Novel - 2021

Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challe...Show more Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challenges. The titles are: Living with Viola, by Rosena Fung, and Just Roll With It, by Veronica Agarwal and Lee Durfey-Lavoie. I really appreciated that the stories approached anxiety, depression and OCD in a supportive and realistic way, and that they didn't wrap up the endings with a neat bow. These would both be awesome titles to hand to fans of Raina Telgemeier or Shannon Hale's graphic novels. ~Stephanie This is one of Baileigh's favorites, too. Show less

Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challe...Show more Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challenges. The titles are: Living with Viola, by Rosena Fung, and Just Roll With It, by Veronica Agarwal and Lee Durfey-Lavoie. I really appreciated that the stories approached anxiety, depression and OCD in a supportive and realistic way, and that they didn't wrap up the endings with a neat bow. These would both be awesome titles to hand to fans of Raina Telgemeier or Shannon Hale's graphic novels. ~Stephanie This is one of Baileigh's favorites, too. Show less

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Just Roll With It

Just Roll With It

by Durfey-Lavoie, Lee

Graphic Novel - 2021

Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challe...Show more Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challenges. The titles are: Living with Viola, by Rosena Fung, and Just Roll With It, by Veronica Agarwal and Lee Durfey-Lavoie. I really appreciated that the stories approached anxiety, depression and OCD in a supportive and realistic way, and that they didn't wrap up the endings with a neat bow. These would both be awesome titles to hand to fans of Raina Telgemeier or Shannon Hale's graphic novels. ~Stephanie This is one of Baileigh's favorites, too. Show less

Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challe...Show more Children's graphic novel...I couldn't choose between these two middle-grade graphic novels, which both center on kids struggling with mental health challenges. The titles are: Living with Viola, by Rosena Fung, and Just Roll With It, by Veronica Agarwal and Lee Durfey-Lavoie. I really appreciated that the stories approached anxiety, depression and OCD in a supportive and realistic way, and that they didn't wrap up the endings with a neat bow. These would both be awesome titles to hand to fans of Raina Telgemeier or Shannon Hale's graphic novels. ~Stephanie This is one of Baileigh's favorites, too. Show less

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Swim Team

Swim Team

by Christmas, Johnnie

Graphic Novel - 2022

Children's graphic novel...For middle-grade readers, I loved Johnnie Christmas' wonderful graphic novel Swim Team. It's about building a new skill, and making new friends, and has some excellent black history included for good measure. ~Anita Children's graphic novel...For middle-grade readers, I loved Johnnie Christmas' wonderful graphic novel Swim Team. It's about building a new skill, and making new friends, and has some excellent black history included for good measure. ~Anita Show less

Children's graphic novel...For middle-grade readers, I loved Johnnie Christmas' wonderful graphic novel Swim Team. It's about building a new skill, and making new friends, and has some excellent black history included for good measure. ~Anita Children's graphic novel...For middle-grade readers, I loved Johnnie Christmas' wonderful graphic novel Swim Team. It's about building a new skill, and making new friends, and has some excellent black history included for good measure. ~Anita Show less

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Starfish

Starfish

by Fipps, Lisa

Book - 2021

Children's fiction... Lisa Fipps' Starfish (came out in 2021, but I read it this year) made me cry in a good way. ~Anita Children's fiction... Lisa Fipps' Starfish (came out in 2021, but I read it this year) made me cry in a good way. ~Anita Show less

Children's fiction... Lisa Fipps' Starfish (came out in 2021, but I read it this year) made me cry in a good way. ~Anita Children's fiction... Lisa Fipps' Starfish (came out in 2021, but I read it this year) made me cry in a good way. ~Anita Show less

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Blue

Blue

A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky

by Brew-Hammond, Nana Ekua

Book - 2022

Children's nonfiction...For kids, Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky was a lovely and poetic, as well as highly informative, look at the history of the color blue. ~Mindy Children's nonfiction...For kids, Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky was a lovely and poetic, as well as highly informative, look at the history of the color blue. ~Mindy Show less

Children's nonfiction...For kids, Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky was a lovely and poetic, as well as highly informative, look at the history of the color blue. ~Mindy Children's nonfiction...For kids, Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky was a lovely and poetic, as well as highly informative, look at the history of the color blue. ~Mindy Show less

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The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen

The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen

by Blum, Isaac

Book - 2022

Teen fiction...A fast and resonant read that I can't stop thinking about, which touches on serious topics like anti-Semitism, first love, (CW) gun violenc...Show more Teen fiction...A fast and resonant read that I can't stop thinking about, which touches on serious topics like anti-Semitism, first love, (CW) gun violence, and the importance of community/belonging -- while maintaining a funny, snarky presence in the main character's voice. ~Christie Show less

Teen fiction...A fast and resonant read that I can't stop thinking about, which touches on serious topics like anti-Semitism, first love, (CW) gun violenc...Show more Teen fiction...A fast and resonant read that I can't stop thinking about, which touches on serious topics like anti-Semitism, first love, (CW) gun violence, and the importance of community/belonging -- while maintaining a funny, snarky presence in the main character's voice. ~Christie Show less

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Last Night at the Telegraph Club

Last Night at the Telegraph Club

by Lo, Malinda

Book - 2021

Teen fiction...It's 1954 in San Francisco and Lily and Kath are trying to finish high school and fall in love in Chinatown amidst the Red Scare and Space ...Show more Teen fiction...It's 1954 in San Francisco and Lily and Kath are trying to finish high school and fall in love in Chinatown amidst the Red Scare and Space Race and bar raids of the era. Lo's main characters stick with you even after the last page. Truly the sapphic historical fiction romance of my dreams and well deserving of its awards! ~Cassandra Show less

Teen fiction...It's 1954 in San Francisco and Lily and Kath are trying to finish high school and fall in love in Chinatown amidst the Red Scare and Space ...Show more Teen fiction...It's 1954 in San Francisco and Lily and Kath are trying to finish high school and fall in love in Chinatown amidst the Red Scare and Space Race and bar raids of the era. Lo's main characters stick with you even after the last page. Truly the sapphic historical fiction romance of my dreams and well deserving of its awards! ~Cassandra Show less

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Huda F Are You

Huda F Are You

by Fahmy, Huda

Graphic Novel - 2021

Teen fiction...I genuinely laughed out loud while reading this relatable, fun, slice-of-life story. This graphic novel would be a natural next step for Raina Telgemeier fans. ~Baileigh This one gets a second vote from Stephanie. Teen fiction...I genuinely laughed out loud while reading this relatable, fun, slice-of-life story. This graphic novel would be a natural next step for Raina Telgemeier fans. ~Baileigh This one gets a second vote from Stephanie. Show less

Teen fiction...I genuinely laughed out loud while reading this relatable, fun, slice-of-life story. This graphic novel would be a natural next step for Raina Telgemeier fans. ~Baileigh This one gets a second vote from Stephanie. Teen fiction...I genuinely laughed out loud while reading this relatable, fun, slice-of-life story. This graphic novel would be a natural next step for Raina Telgemeier fans. ~Baileigh This one gets a second vote from Stephanie. Show less

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I Kissed Shara Wheeler

I Kissed Shara Wheeler

A Novel

by McQuiston, Casey

Book - 2022

Teen fiction...Queer YA. For girls who tried way too hard in high school. ~Emma (Jocelyn also loved this one) Teen fiction...Queer YA. For girls who tried way too hard in high school. ~Emma (Jocelyn also loved this one) Show less

Teen fiction...Queer YA. For girls who tried way too hard in high school. ~Emma (Jocelyn also loved this one) Teen fiction...Queer YA. For girls who tried way too hard in high school. ~Emma (Jocelyn also loved this one) Show less

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Greywaren

Greywaren

by Stiefvater, Maggie, 1981-

Book - 2022

Teen fiction...Maggie Stiefvater finished her 10-year-long writing project (the Raven Cycle & Dreamer Trilogy) with Greywaren this year! It’s a beauti...Show more Teen fiction...Maggie Stiefvater finished her 10-year-long writing project (the Raven Cycle & Dreamer Trilogy) with Greywaren this year! It’s a beautiful ending to a story I've gotten to grow up with, and I haven’t cried like that after a book was finished for a while <3 ~Holly (Chrisie really enjoyed it too) Show less

Teen fiction...Maggie Stiefvater finished her 10-year-long writing project (the Raven Cycle & Dreamer Trilogy) with Greywaren this year! It’s a beauti...Show more Teen fiction...Maggie Stiefvater finished her 10-year-long writing project (the Raven Cycle & Dreamer Trilogy) with Greywaren this year! It’s a beautiful ending to a story I've gotten to grow up with, and I haven’t cried like that after a book was finished for a while <3 ~Holly (Chrisie really enjoyed it too) Show less

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We Are Not Free

We Are Not Free

by Chee, Traci

Book - 2020

Teen fiction...We Are Not Free, by Tracy Chee is the teen novel I have not been able to stop telling people about this year. Loosely based on the experien...Show more Teen fiction...We Are Not Free, by Tracy Chee is the teen novel I have not been able to stop telling people about this year. Loosely based on the experiences of the author's family during the Japanese Internment of WWII, the story is told in the voices of a group of Japanese American teens. It's one of the most unique and poignant stories of this particular moment in American history that I've read, and I highly recommend the audio version. ~Stephanie Show less

Teen fiction...We Are Not Free, by Tracy Chee is the teen novel I have not been able to stop telling people about this year. Loosely based on the experien...Show more Teen fiction...We Are Not Free, by Tracy Chee is the teen novel I have not been able to stop telling people about this year. Loosely based on the experiences of the author's family during the Japanese Internment of WWII, the story is told in the voices of a group of Japanese American teens. It's one of the most unique and poignant stories of this particular moment in American history that I've read, and I highly recommend the audio version. ~Stephanie Show less

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The Agathas

The Agathas

by Glasgow, Kathleen, 1969-

Book - 2022

Teen fiction...[I] really liked The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow. About 2 girls who are as different as day and night but they come together to solve a mystery Agatha Christie style. - Laurie Teen fiction...[I] really liked The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow. About 2 girls who are as different as day and night but they come together to solve a mystery Agatha Christie style. - Laurie Show less

Teen fiction...[I] really liked The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow. About 2 girls who are as different as day and night but they come together to solve a mystery Agatha Christie style. - Laurie Teen fiction...[I] really liked The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow. About 2 girls who are as different as day and night but they come together to solve a mystery Agatha Christie style. - Laurie Show less

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The Feeling of Falling in Love

The Feeling of Falling in Love

by Deaver, Mason

Book - 2022

Teen fiction...A queer, trans YA story. Very sweet but not afraid of heavy topics. ~Emma Teen fiction...A queer, trans YA story. Very sweet but not afraid of heavy topics. ~Emma Show less

Teen fiction...A queer, trans YA story. Very sweet but not afraid of heavy topics. ~Emma Teen fiction...A queer, trans YA story. Very sweet but not afraid of heavy topics. ~Emma Show less

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