Born Free
Its remarkable interaction between the author and a lion cub named Elsa enchanted generations. More
The Boy in the Dress
The sharp and funny first novel for children from bestselling publishing phenomenon David Walliams. More
The Butterfly Lion
A moving story of enduring friendship, this is the award-winning favorite from a master storyteller. More
Julie of the Wolves
Newbery Medal–winning classic about a girl living among wolves. More
The Giving Tree
Poignant, game-changing picture book for readers of all ages that has been a favorite for generations. More
Patricia MacLachlan
I read as a child to find out what I thought, what I wished for, and what scared me. More
Veronica Roth
I read because reading changes you. More
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
Garner’s celebrated children’s fantasy novel has become a cult classic of children’s literature. More
Thanhha Lai
I read because I dream of having a super power. More
Freaky Friday
Classic comedic children’s novel that is so funny it has been adapted into film three times. More
Monster
Winner of the first Michael L. Printz Award and the Coretta Scott King Award. More
Black Boy
A powerful and eloquent autobiography that has sold more than a million copies since publication. More
Michael Bond
I was brought up in a house where books were an essential part of the furnishings. More
Sara Pennypacker
I write because the really good stuff—how funny and beautiful the world is, even when it’s not; More
Sarah, Plain and Tall
Newbery Award winner about the power of family, which has sold over 4.5 million copies. More
Journey to Jo’burg
Groundbreaking book set in South Africa during the apartheid era and banned by its government. More
A Light in the Attic
Classic collection of poems and illustrations by Shel Silverstein; ALA Notable Children’s Book. More
Dodger
Michael L. Printz Honor Book from bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett; rich with humor and wisdom. More
Divergent
First book in the Divergent trilogy, which has sold more than 32 million copies worldwide. More
Letter from Fred Gipson regarding Old Yeller
Old Yeller is the beloved tale of a boy and his loyal, clever, “big yeller” dog. More
Stacy Gregg
Each time the love is different. You meet-cute on the first page. More
Beezus and Ramona
Newbery Medal winner; humorous and beloved tale of the ups and downs of sisterhood. More
Garth Nix
Reading is to live More
Michael Morpurgo
I like above all to share the excitement of my dreams and discoveries, my doubts and fears, my joys and my sorrows, to take my readers on new journeys with me. More
Old Yeller
Instantly acclaimed, it has become one of the most beloved children’s classics ever written. More
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia #1)
First book written in the world-celebrated Narnia series; captivating readers for more than sixty years. More
Charlotte’s Web
Considered a classic of children’s literature; a novel of friendship, love, life, and death. More