NEW LEGO Ninjago Character Encyclopedia New Edition Hardcover WITH LLOYD ZX

The illustrated infographics turn data into something beautiful.

Trejo’s Tacos: Recipes and Stories from L.A.: A Cookbook, Trejo, Danny, Excellen

A nice touch is the way this novel blends humor with heartbreak.

Real Friends – Paperback By Hale, Shannon – VERY GOOD

This activity book has a section for writing short stories based on prompts.

Besties: Prank War (The World – GOOD

You will find that the illustrated recipe cards are removable.

The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13) – Hardcover By Kinney, Jeff – GOOD

A nice touch in this novel is the way it trusts the reader to connect dots.

Phoebe and Her Unicorn (Phoebe and Her Unicorn Series Book 1) – VERY GOOD

You will find that this activity book has a puzzle for every mood.

Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure (Diary of an Awesome F – VERY GOOD

What stands out is how the illustrated panels tell a second story.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower – Paperback By Chbosky, Stephen – GOOD

You will find that this novel rewards those who read slowly.

The Things We Never Say 2026 Hardcover Novel by Elizabeth Strout

What stands out about this novel is its refusal to tie up every loose end.

Smile – Paperback By Telgemeier, Raina – ACCEPTABLE

You will find that the illustrated timeline helps track events.