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- Ashley S.
- Friday, February 02
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Check out these diverse titles releasing in February!
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!
Across So Many Seas
Published in 2024
"Spanning over five hundred years, a novel telling the stories of four girls from different generations of a Jewish family, many of them forced to leave their country and start a new life"-- Provided by publisher.
Jam, Too?
Published in 2024
"A jam session forms, instrument by instrument, and welcomes a child who loves dancing along"-- Provided by publisher.
Yumbo Gumbo
Published in 2024
Annabelle and her little brother, Beau, cannot decide which kind of gumbo to cook, so Annabelle suggests taking a family vote, but when some family members are not happy with the results, Annabelle comes up with a solution that satisfies everyone. Includes a glossary of Louisiana Creole terms, a cultural note, and math activities for developing data literacy.
Clarion Call
Published in 2024
Having failed to prevent her vengeful cousin from breaching the Veil, demi-god Neve attempts to prevent more havoc and destruction in the mortal world while she also grapples with old memories, a new family member's emergence, and the delicate balance between past, present, and an uncertain future.
A Plate of Hope
The Inspiring Story of Chef Josae Andraes and World Central Kitchen
Published in 2024
"A biography about chef Josae Andraes, who, through his World Central Kitchen organization, is fulfilling a vision to feed people in need all over the world"-- Provided by publisher.
Why We Dance
A Story of Hope and Healing
Published in 2024
A young Indigenous girl's family helps calm her nervous butterflies before her first Jingle Dress Dance and reminds her why she dances.
This is How You Fall in Love
Published in 2024
Best friends Zara and Adnan navigate the twists and turns of fake dating, family dynamics, and cultural stereotypes.
Off the Rails
Published in 2024
Mihi and her friends head back to the Rainbow Realm to save Princess Pat from a destructive quest.
Drawing Deena
Published in 2024
When aspiring artist Deena's anxiety reaches a breaking point, both she and her mother learn the importance of asking for help, and that, with the right support, she can create something truly beautiful.
Rabia's Eid
Published in 2024
Rabia tries fasting for the first time on Eid al-Fitr, the last day of Ramadan.
No Time Like Now
Published in 2024
Possessed with the ability to grant others extra time in their lives, when seventeen-year-old Hazeem gives away more time than he has left to live, he grapples with the consequences as he tries to reclaim those years and rediscover the true value of living.
Not Yet
The Story of an Unstoppable Ice Skater
Published in 2024
"After watching an ice-skating movie, young Zahra sets her mind to learn how to ice skate even though her family and friends doubt her abilities. After all, she's too old to learn, the rink is too cold, and figure skaters don't look like her... not yet atleast! Illustrated with Sara Alfageeh's energetic lines and colors that pop right off the page, we follow Zahra's story as she glides across the floors of her house in her socks all the way to the ice rink... and as she repeatedly says ''not yet'' to naysayers -- including herself -- who try to convince her to stop pursuing her dream. An inspiring tale of self-empowerment and perseverance as we see the refrain -- not yet -- grow from a low, meek mumble to a mantra and promise filled with determination"-- Provided by publisher.
Winston Chu Vs. the Wingmeisters
Published in 2024
When San Francisco adults forget who they are and mysterious exotic birds flock to the city, twelve-year-old Winston Chu and friends team up to investigate the strange occurrences and face off against Mr. Pang's older magpie-turned-human brother, Mr. Gu.
The Diablo's Curse
Published in 2024
Dami, a nonbinary former demonio, must cancel every deal they have ever made in order to tether their soul to earth and remain human, but first they must help a boy named Silas find Captain Kidd's treasure and break a family curse.
Hope Ablaze
Published in 2024
Eighteen-year-old Nida faces unexpected fame after her critical poem about a politician goes viral and wins a contest she never entered, which leaves Nida unable to write poetry as she struggles with her family's expectations and questions her own desires.
Dear Muslim Child
Published in 2024
"A love letter to Muslim children everywhere"-- Provided by publisher.
Seoul Food
Published in 2024
When Hana's grandparents visit, Hana decides to cook a meal that represents both her Korean and Southern heritages.
Tender Beasts
Published in 2024
When a gruesome murder rocks Sunny's private school, with her own brother as the main suspect, she takes it upon herself to discover the real killer--and uncovers a slew of dark family secrets in the process.
Daughter of the Bone Forest
Published in 2024
"Two girls reluctantly bound by fate must weather a dangerous courtship as a prophesied war grows ever closer in this high-stakes, queernormative dark fantasy debut"-- Provided by publisher.
Momo Arashima Breaks the Mirror of the Sun
Published in 2024
When kids begin to disappear, Momo teams up with the magical fox spirit, Niko, and her friends to confront a dangerous enemy from Shinto legend, Tamamo-no-mae, and embark on a quest to the Sky Kingdom to steal the legendary Mirror of the Sun to save theirworld.
This Day Changes Everything
A Novel
Published in 2024
Queer teens Abby and Leo spend a life-changing day together lost in New York City.
Black Girl You Are Atlas
Published in 2024
"Poet Renaee Watson looks back at her childhood and urges readers to look forward at their futures with love, understanding, and celebration in this fully illustrated poetry collection"-- Provided by publisher.
Finally Heard
Published in 2024
Ten-year-old Lina wants to create a viral video to help her mom's business, but as she navigates the world of likes and views with her two best friends, Lina must find the courage to stay true to her authentic self.