This has been a phenomenal year for books. For picture books, middle grade and YA. I don't envy those folks on award committees because those discussions are going to be *fierce*! This year, I simply couldn't pare things down to 5, so here are my favorite reads of the year. If they haven't appeared on Welcome to my Tweendom before now, they will shortly!
This creepy Victorian story had me reading under the covers deep into the night!
A NYC mystery slash family story that is incredibly authentic and thoughtful.
Pitch perfect graphic novel about crushes, theater kids and family life.
Lush and magical storytelling matched with extraordinary pacing.
A family story that packs an emotional punch.
A countrified mystery filled with characters to love.
A genre busting layers story that is simply beautiful.
Horvath is back with signature quirk and memorable characters.
A first novel that speaks to kids and adults alike...it will leave you thinking.
A small town mystery slash friendship story complete with roller derby, mystery boys and changing relationships.
