Sabriel
A revolutionary story that made Nix a rising star in the fantasy genre. More
Veronica Roth
I read because reading changes you. More
The Giving Tree
Poignant, game-changing picture book for readers of all ages that has been a favorite for generations. More
Divergent
First book in the Divergent trilogy, which has sold more than 32 million copies worldwide. More
The Boy in the Dress
The sharp and funny first novel for children from bestselling publishing phenomenon David Walliams. 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
Flat Stanley
This series celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in 2014 and has sold more than one million copies. More
Stuart Little
White’s beloved classic about a small mouse on a big adventure is a perennial bestseller. More
Bridge to Terabithia
Newbery Medal–winning novel; a true modern classic and touchstone of children’s literature. More
Soman Chainani
Whatever psychic wounds have turned me into a writer I am thankful for. More
The Graveyard Book
Winner of the Newbery Medal, the Carnegie Medal, and the Hugo Award for Best Novel. More
Garth Nix
Reading is to live More
Thanhha Lai
I read because I dream of having a super power. More
Beezus and Ramona
Newbery Medal winner; humorous and beloved tale of the ups and downs of sisterhood. More
Sara Pennypacker
I write because the really good stuff—how funny and beautiful the world is, even when it’s not; More
Jenna Bush Hager
I read because it’s in my DNA. More
Sounder
Newbery Award–winning book that became an influential children’s work on race and class. More
A Light in the Attic
Classic collection of poems and illustrations by Shel Silverstein; ALA Notable Children’s Book. More
Gordon Korman
I read to be astounded by other writers’ ideas. More
Red Scarf Girl
Searing memoir set during the height of the Cultural Revolution in China. More
Julie of the Wolves
Newbery Medal–winning classic about a girl living among wolves. More
Michael Bond
I was brought up in a house where books were an essential part of the furnishings. More
Harry the Dirty Dog
Classic dog story; childhood favorite that has charmed readers for more than fifty years. More
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
Garner’s celebrated children’s fantasy novel has become a cult classic of children’s literature. More
Patricia MacLachlan
I read as a child to find out what I thought, what I wished for, and what scared me. More
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
A child’s perspective as a refugee during the rise of Nazism; now a modern classic. More
Howl’s Moving Castle
This popular novel stars one of the most beloved and charismatic characters in children’s literature. More