Adventure

by Jibbersmith

TREASURE SPIES is a fast-paced, middle grade summer adventure about four nerdy friends matching wits with high-tech treasure hunters in the search for a billionaire’s lost diamond ring. What begins as a race to the reward becomes a sprint against time to save their sleepy beach town from an eco-disaster.

by Janice Hardy

The world changed when the protected became the prey. Shawna always wanted to be a Hunter, scouring the ruins of Atlanta for the supplies to keep her block—and her people—alive for another year. But a stupid, “one Hunter per family” rule keeps her sidelined while her brother lives *her* dream.  When a Hunter falls and no one else is brave enough to take his place, she gets a chance to prove herself. She quickly realizes facing the mutant dogs that have claimed the city isn’t a game. And maybe being the Doc’s apprentice isn’t so bad after all.

by Christina Farley

*What was buried is awakening…* Do not question the Paladins.\ Do not cross into the Wilds.\ Do not seek the Magic. Tara has spent her life following those rules. On an island where obedience is survival, she’s learned to swallow her doubts, hide her powers, and pretend Eden is the paradise everyone claims it to be. But a secret always has a pulse. And Eden’s secrets are starting to beat louder. When Tara is chosen to train as one of the isle’s revered Paladins, she believes she can make a difference. But the moment she steps inside the Paladin stronghold, her whole world turns upside-down. Tor, the man she confessed her love to, is haunted by secrets he refuses to share. Rune, another trainee, starts to awaken feelings in her that are both thrilling and terrifying. And there are whispers of rebellion and forbidden passageways that lead to dangerous secrets. So when Tara discovers something she wasn’t meant to find, it shatters the foundation of everything she believes. Now she’s trapped between loyalty and truth, two men with different agendas, and an island she swore to protect. Darkness is rising. Magic is awakening. But her people are dying. Tara must become the Paladin she was destined to be or lose everything she loves.

by Jason Jones III

In a post-apocalyptic world where every child is born with a single-use wisp of magic, governments train even the youngest to use their magic to reanimate ancient weapons of war. Until Jack defies his country and his calling with hopes of something more.

by Fred Koehler

An illustrated middle grade novel following a boy adrift on a storm-damaged boat: a story of survival, courage, and the quiet power of hope.

by Robert Louis Stevenson

TO THE HESITATING PURCHASER\ \ If sailor tales to sailor tunes,\ Storm and adventure, heat and cold,\ If schooners, islands, and maroons,\ And buccaneers, and buried gold,\ And all the old romance, retold\ Exactly in the ancient way,\ Can please, as me they pleased of old,\ The wiser youngsters of today:\ \ --So be it, and fall on! If not,\ If studious youth no longer crave,\ His ancient appetites forgot,\ Kingston, or Ballantyne the brave,\ Or Cooper of the wood and wave:\ So be it, also! And may I\ And all my pirates share the grave\ Where these and their creations lie!

by Flora Blythe

In the shimmering underwater world of Nymara, where coral cities glow and forgotten magic hums beneath the tides, one small axolotl with an oversized sense of curiosity keeps stumbling into the kinds of adventures most creatures only whisper about. Known for being both adorably unbothered *and* unintentionally heroic, this axolotl has a knack for drifting into mysteries, uncovering ancient secrets, and befriending creatures others fear. Whether exploring hidden lagoons, solving oceanic capers, or venturing into trenches no one dares to enter, each tale follows their gentle bravery, boundless wonder, and occasionally chaotic luck. Across the saga, the axolotl learns that even the tiniest ripple can change the entire sea - and that courage often looks like simply showing up, asking questions, and choosing kindness in the face of the unknown. From glowing reefs to shadowed depths, each book dives into a new corner of the oceanic realm, weaving together magic, exploration, friendship, and the quiet perseverance of a creature who never quite realizes they’re the hero of their own story.

by Sarah Moon

In 13th century China, merchant's daughter Li Mei disguises herself as a man to join her father's caravan along the Silk Road. Her journey takes her from the Forbidden City to the markets of Constantinople, where she must navigate political intrigue, dangerous bandits, and her own growing feelings for a fellow traveler who doesn't know her secret.

by Michael Storm

Captain Elena Vasquez leads humanity's first expedition beyond the known galaxy. But when they discover an ancient alien civilization that predates humanity by millions of years, they must decide: are these beings friends, enemies, or something far more dangerous?

by Sarah Moon

In a world where crystals hold the power of creation itself, young mage Elara discovers she possesses the rarest gift of all - the ability to forge new crystals. But with great power comes great danger, and ancient forces will stop at nothing to claim her abilities for themselves.