Review: Guardians of Dawn: Suhwa by S. Jae-Jones

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Guardians of Dawn: Suhwa by S. Jae-Jones

Guardians of Dawn: Suhwa (Guardians of Dawn #4)
S. Jae-Jones
Wednesday Books
Published August 18, 2026

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About Guardians of Dawn: Suhwa

The final entry in the Guardians of Dawn series.

Min Suhwa has always longed to see the greater world outside the small, cloistered convent in which she was raised. Hidden there for her safety when she was a small child, Suhwa has learned to keep her unusual illusion magic to herself, but when the Bangtan Brothers come to town to perform, she can’t resist the chance to go see them for herself.

But the world outside her convent is … Continue reading →

Review: How to Lose Yourself Completely by Peter Bognanni

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How to Lose Yourself Completely by Peter Bognanni

How to Lose Yourself Completely
Peter Bognanni
Balzer + Bray
Published June 2, 2026

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About How to Lose Yourself Completely

An incredibly poignant story about a teen grappling with grief and anxiety who is sent to wilderness “adventure therapy,” where he meets a group of friends who will change his life forever. With its captivating voice and dry wit, this novel is perfect for fans of Jandy Nelson and John Green.

Ever since Sean’s death, Case’s anxiety has been spiraling. Sean wasn’t just his older brother—he was also Case’s best friend. The only person who really got him.

When his parents suggest “adventure therapy,” Case … Continue reading →

MMGM Review: The Sherlock Society: Art Attacky by James Ponti

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The Sherlock Society: Art Attack by James Ponti

The Sherlock Society: Art Attack
James Ponti
Publisher
Published September 8, 2026

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About The Sherlock Society: Art Attack

The Sherlock Society goes undercover in the Miami street art scene to find an anonymous graffiti artist in this third book in the hilarious, New York Times bestselling Sherlock Society middle grade series from Edgar Award–winning author James Ponti!

The Sherlock Society’s latest case is tracking down stealth graffiti artist Funky Munky—well-known for their artistic statements calling out local politicians—on behalf of a developer who wants them to create a mural for a new hotel. Their investigation leads Alex, … Continue reading →

Review: Let’s Get Together by Brandy Colbert

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Let's Get Together by Brandy Colbert

Let’s Get Together
Brandy Colbert
Clarion Books
Published September 9, 2025

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About Let’s Get Together

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award–winning author Brandy Colbert gives The Parent Trap a fresh, funny, and delightfully unexpected update in this story of two girls—one raised by her single father, the other in the foster care system—who meet by chance . . . only to discover they’re identical twins.

Kenya Norwood likes things just the way they are. She’s lived all her life in Pasadena with her dad and grandmother, she’s attended the same school with the same friends since pre-K, and whether it’s at outdoor club or her own … Continue reading →

Review: Change of Plans by Sarah Dessen

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Change of Plans by Sarah Dessen

Change of Plans
Sarah Dessen
Simon & Schuster
Published May 5, 2026

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About Change of Plans

From acclaimed and #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah Dessen comes a “sweet, nuanced, and reflective coming-of-age love story” ( Kirkus Reviews, starred review) about an unassuming girl who learns to stand on her own while falling in love during a life-changing summer.

Finley has always felt most comfortable in someone else’s shadow. Fortunately, she’s got Colin, her magnetic boyfriend, who sweeps her along for activities, friendships, and future plans. Then she goes on a last-minute trip … Continue reading →

MMGM Review: When You’re Brave Enough by Rebecca Bendheim

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When You're Brave Enough by Rebecca Bendheim

When You’re Brave Enough
Rebecca Bendheim
Viking Books for Young Readers
Published April 7, 2026

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About When You’re Brave Enough

A heartfelt, gorgeously written debut middle grade novel about best friends, first crushes, and coming out—perfect for fans of Kyle Lukoff and Jake Maia Arlow.

Before she moved from Austin to Rhode Island, everybody knew Lacey as one half of an inseparable duo: Lacey-and-Grace, best friends since they were toddlers. Grace and her moms were practically family. But at school, being lumped together with overeager, worm-obsessed, crushes-on-everyone Grace meant Lacey never quite fit in—and that’s why at her new middle school, Lacey plans to reinvent herself. This … Continue reading →