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- Ashley S.
- Wednesday, August 02, 2023
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Check out these diverse titles releasing in August!
Here at Richland Library we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects our differences and unique learning styles. Each month a blog post will go live that showcases forthcoming diverse youth titles that have been purchased by the library. From differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability and more, these titles are great reads for the entire family.
Be sure to check out the 5 titles that I'm most excited for in the slideshow below as well as the curated list of releases at the bottom of this post.
Enjoy!
Empanadas for Everyone
Published in 2023
"A young girl's weekend visit to her taia's neighborhood teaches her the importance of community--and of empanadas"-- Provided by publisher.
Unexpecting
A Novel
Published in 2023
Openly gay sixteen-year-old Ben must make difficult decisions when his experiment to prove he is gay leads to his best friend Maxie becoming pregnant.
Forgive Me Not
Published in 2023
Set in an alternate version of Queens, N.Y., fifteen-year-old Violetta must participate in the Trials, a series of tests meant to push her to the edge, to atone for her sister's death.
No Place Like Home
Published in 2023
Opin, his brother Emjay, and their mother live in a car and are trying to get to Los Angeles where they hope an uncle and a new life are waiting, but even after finding a stray dog, Opin's longing for a stable home intensifies as his brother's reckless ways hit a new high.
Fury of the Dragon Goddess
Published in 2023
"When the ancient Tablet of Destinies falls into the wrong hands, it is up to Sikander Aziz and his friends to save humanity from having its future erased by two fearsome Mesopotamian gods"-- Provided by publisher.
Hair Love ABCs
Published in 2023
"An alphabet board book inspired by the bestselling HAIR LOVE with new spot illustrations and text from the original award-winning author and illustrator duo--and perfect for baby gift baskets"-- Provided by publisher.
We Still Belong
Published in 2023
"Wesley's hopeful plans for Indigenous Peoples' Day (and asking her crush to the dance) go all wrong-until she finds herself surrounded by the love of her Indigenous family and community at the intertribal powwow"-- Provided by publisher.
The Last Girls Standing
Published in 2023
As the only two survivors of a summer camp massacre, Sloan and her girlfriend Cherry form a seemingly unbreakable bond, but as Sloan discovers more about the attack she begins to suspect Cherry may be more than just a survivor.
Window Fishing
Published in 2023
Amir bonds with Rudeday, his downstairs artist neighbor, over a game they invented.
Tilly in Technicolor
Published in 2023
When eighteen-year-old Tilly goes to London to intern for her sister's company, she begins to unmask her ADHD and connects with Oliver, another neurodivergent intern.
Only a Trenza Away
A Tale of Trust and Strength
Published in 2023
"Xiomara loves having Papa braid her hair and imagining various adventures that feature her trenzas."-- Provided by publisher.
Benito Juaarez Fights for Justice
Published in 2023
"A fascinating picture book biography of Benito Juaarez, president of Mexico during its tumultuous time of Liberal Reform"-- Provided by publisher.
Zhara
Published in 2023
Forbidden from practicing magic and burdened by her responsibilities, Jin Zhara's life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes involved with the Guardians of Dawn, a group dedicated to fighting a demonic plague that is corrupting magicians.
Blue
The Many Ways I Feel
Published in 2023
A child describes all the beautiful shades of blue they feel, from a pale winter sky to a bright ocean wave, and discovers that one has the power to change one's many blues into a song or a poem, blue into gold.
My Name
Published in 2023
When his name is mispronounced, leading to laughter in the classroom, an Indian American boy is reminded by his parents how special he is and how his unique name reflects that.
Lolo's Sari-sari Store
Published in 2023
After recently moving to the United States, a young girl reminisces about her time spent helping her Lolo run his sari-sari store in the Philippines, and uses some of his wisdom to make herself feel more at home.
The Dark Place
Published in 2023
Seventeen-year-old Hylee is mysteriously sucked back in time to the worst night of her life and must solve the mystery behind her brother Bubba's disappearance.
Her Radiant Curse
Published in 2023
"Two sisters, one as beautiful as the moon and the other monstrous, must fight to save each other when a betrothal contest goes wrong"-- Provided by publisher.
Pride and Prejudice and Pittsburgh
Published in 2023
When disheartened Pittsburgh teen Audrey transports back to 1812 England, she expects to find love as a Regency romance heroine, but surprisingly sparks fly when she meets Lucy Sinclair.
How to Speak in Spanglish
Published in 2023
Mexican American boy Sami loves combining Spanish and English to make Spanglish and is eager to share his language and joy with his skeptical Abuela and his vibrant community.
Mexikid
A Graphic Memoir
Published in 2023
"Pedro Martin's grown up in the U.S. hearing stories about his legendary abuelito, but during a family road trip to Mexico, he connects with his grandfather and learns more about his own Mexican identity in this moving and hilarious graphic memoir"-- Provided by publisher.
Challah Day!
Published in 2023
Follows a family as they make homemade challah bread from the heart. Includes information about challah and a recipe.
A Justice for All
The Story of US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson
Published in 2023
"All rise for Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black female United States Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson knew from the very beginning that "You can do anything. You can be anything." Driven by those powerful words and her parents' love, Ketanji refused to let naysayers stop her from rising to the top. Her perseverance and her wits led her to become the first Black woman to become a US district judge and eventually the first Black female US Supreme Court justice. Ketanji's remarkable journey proves how she is a justice for all. With Denise Lewis Patrick's empowering prose and Kim Holt's vibrant illustrations, this picture book delves into the life of a trailblazing contemporary figure, whose work shows that with determination and support, we can do and be anything"-- Provided by publisher.
The Boy You Always Wanted
Published in 2023
Attempting to fulfill her dying grandfather's dying wish, seventeen-year-old Francine enlists Ollie Tran to act as his honorary male, but the mounting lies and romantic feelings they develop complicate their plan.
Stuntboy, In-between Time
Published in 2023
Portico Reeves, or Stuntboy the greatest superhero people have never heard of, tries to manage his frets and navigate his new normal with divorced parents, bullies in his building, and a newfound friend.
Barely Floating
Published in 2023
Twelve-year-old Natalia's dream of becoming a synchronized swimmer is in jeopardy when her parents decide they are against a sport that emphasizes looks, but Nat is determined to change their minds.
Forty Words for Love
Published in 2023
Teens Yas and Raf grow from friends to something more in the aftermath of a tragedy in their magical town.
A Long Time Coming
A Lyrical Biography of Race in America from Ona Judge to Barack Obama
Published in 2023