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The Book Ferret Doodle, Archer Basilton

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Let's Celebrate Black Stories during Black History Month and every day of the year with these stories from @SimonKids !

Thank you so much to the @simonkids team for sending us such an incredible selection of Black stories. Check out summaries for all of the books below and swipe through for a close up of their covers and some silly faces from the Book Ferret Doodle, Archer Basilton. <3 Board Books and Picture Books (ages 0–6) Sulweby Lupita Nyongo: From Academy Award–winning actress Lupita Nyong’o comes a powerful, moving picture book about colorism, self-esteem, and learning that true beauty comes from within. On Her Wingsby Jerdine Nolen: Discover the early life and legacy of groundbreaking American writer Toni Morrison in this beautifully illustrated and “awe-inspiring” (School Library Journal, starred review) nonfiction picture book biography. Your Special Voice by Temi Adamolekun: This empowering board book inspires young readers to use their own special voice to make a difference in the world. There Was a Party for Langstonby Jason Reynolds: New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Jason Reynolds’s debut picture book is a snappy, joyous ode to Word King, literary genius, and glass-ceiling smasher Langston Hughes and the luminaries he inspired Fighting with Love by Lesa Cline-Ransome: The “informative, resounding” (Booklist, starred review), and “inspiring” (The Horn Book, starred review) story of a groundbreaking civil rights leader John Lewis comes to life in this compelling and beautifully told, “excellent” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) nonfiction picture book by the award-winning team Lesa Cline-Ransome and James E. Ransome. Beautiful Blackbird by Ashley Bryan: Coretta Scott King Award–winning creator Ashley Bryan’s adaptation of a tale from the Ila-speaking people of Zambia is now available in board book format, featuring Bryan’s cut-paper artwork. Hairstory by Sope Martins: Joy hums from this “glorious…beautifully styled” (Booklist, starred review) picture book celebration of the richness of the African heritage behind braids, locs, cornrows, and all manner of crowning glory, from ancient times to present day. Nani and the Lion by Alicia D. William (on shelves 2/3): From Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King - John Steptoe Award winner Alicia D. Williams comes a rhythmic picture book about an irrepressible little drummer determined to outwit the grumpy, noise-hating Lion. Where They Gather by Teresa Rodrigues (on shelves 2/24): As a tree grows, so too does a strong and loving Black family over generations in this gorgeous and lyrical picture book spanning centuries of persistence and hope. Chapter Books and Ready-to-Reads (ages 5–8) Venus Washington and the Lasagna Drama by Maisha Oso (on shelves 1/6): Fans of Amelia Bedelia and Dory Fantasmagory will laugh themselves silly at Venus Washington’s misunderstanding about her grandma’s secret recipe in this first book in a hilarious new chapter book series! Middle Grade (ages 8–12) Kin by Carol Boston Weatherford: An “imaginative and moving” (The Horn Book, starred review) portrait of a Black family tree shaped by enslavement and freedom, rendered in searing poems by ALSC Children’s Literature Legacy Award winner Carole Boston Weatherford and stunning art by her son Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Ida B. Wells by Erica Armstrong Dunbar and Candace Buford: Meet journalist and activist Ida B. Wells in this second vibrant middle grade biography in the Rise. Risk. Remember. Incredible Stories series spotlighting Black women who left their mark on history from acclaimed and New York Times bestselling author Erica Armstrong Dunbar and Candace Buford.

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Calling all Questers and Pirates! Add these fantastic titles to your summer TBR. The Last Best Quest Ever by F.T. Lukens coming 5/26 AND A Prince Among Thieves by Katie Abdou 6/16

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“I wish my collection were larger for your benefit and my credit. Honestly, my attention generally diverts elsewhere. I own a few books, but have more than I'll personally ever read." "Is that not a sign of a good library?" Miss Elizabeth replied. "To run out of something new to read would be far more unfortunate than having too many unread books.” ― Alexis Lampley, Pride and Prejudice in Space

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Valentine's Day Reads from @SimonKids with the Book Ferret Doodle, Archer Basilton! Thank you so much to the @simonkids team for sending us this wonderful package full of books about love! Check out some summaries for each book below and be sure to tell everyone in your life how much you love them, fur babies and humans alike. We could all stand to hear it more every day. <3 Chicka Chicka I Love Youby Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault (on shelves 12/2/25): In this joyful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhymes and bold artwork celebrate love—from A to Z! What Does Baby Love?by Karen Katz (on shelves 12/2/25): A refreshed luxury edition of the beloved interactive novelty board book What Does Baby Love? by Karen Katz featuring sturdy lift-the-flaps and a new cover! Kisses, Kisses, Head to Toe!by Karen Katz (on shelves 12/9/25): Play a game of peekaboo with a new baby in this adorable lift-the-flap board book from bestselling author Karen Katz. Featuring a mirror on the last page where little ones can see themselves, this book is redesigned for a new generation of babies, toddlers, and parents! Valentines Are the Worst!by Alex Willan (on shelves 12/23/25): An unsuspecting Gilbert the Goblin finds himself in the crosshairs of cupids and their heart-tipped arrows in the hilarious latest installment in The Worst! picture book series, where even the strangest of creatures can become the best of friends. Do I Love You?’ Yes I Do!by Ruth Forman (on shelves 1/6): From bestselling author Ruth Forman and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Honoree Raissa Figueroa comes a lyrical and vivid picture book celebrating motherhood, daughterhood, and the magic of love. Jane Stays Dreaming by Brtinee Meiser (on shelves 9/30/25): Reality and fiction collide when a shy aspiring writer uses her larger-than-life anonymous blog to sabotage a budding relationship between the new girl in school and her childhood friend in this irresistable rom-com that takes notes from Jane Austen's Emma for the social media age. #SimonKidsCrew #ValentinesDayReads

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Set sail on a timeless adventure with two rabbits determined not to get caught by the Hum-drum. 

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A lush and immersive queer “Sleeping Beauty” retelling about escapism, grief, and dreaming of a better world, as imagined by YouTube star Cindy Pham 100 years have passed since the last heir of Gyldan fell into eternal slumber and doomed the once-mighty kingdom into poverty and invasion. At least, that’s what the fairy tales claim.  Corin is a jaded thief who doesn’t believe in fables, even when she searches Gyldan’s underground tunnels to find her younger sister, Elly, who ran away to find the sleeping princess in hopes of a better life. Corin's conviction is challenged when she discovers the ruins of the ancient castle, maintained by beings from the kingdom's golden age, who protect a hidden portal into princess Amelia's subconscious. Following Elly’s voice, Corin jumps in the portal and seals the entry behind her. Inside the lush world of Amelia's dreams, the sisters reunite for a new adventure as they meet Briar Rose, Amelia’s whimsical alter ego, and Malicine, a sharp-tongued demon with a gift for magic. But as they explore ice castles, sunflower mazes, and star-filled oceans, Corin suspects Briar Rose is hiding darker secrets behind her "perfect" paradise – and that there are some things their subconscious can’t bury forever. Thank you so much @penguinteen for a copy of this stunning novel that we cannot wait to crack open!

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The Book Ferret Doodle, Archer Basilton, showing off some @chroniclebooks ! Thank you so much for sending these our way. We already love them all! In particular, the favorite in our house have been Rabbit Residence (we've read it nightly for weeks now! We find something new every time!), and Baby Animal Mazes. Being able to pull out the three circles and adjust them for each of the mazes has been so fun!