20 Best November Books for Young Readers

by Linda Cheng

Intense and atmospheric; sure to live on in readers’ minds long after they finish. Full review >

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by Kendall Kulper

Delightful timey-wimey adventure that would make smashing television. Full review >

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by E. Lockhart

Atmospheric and emotionally rich. Full review >

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by Geraldine McCaughrean

Compelling, heartbreaking, and vibrantly alive with hope and courage. Full review >

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by Lyssa Mia Smith

An exciting, emotional, twist-filled page-turner. Full review >

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by Ludwig Volbeda ; illustrated by Ludwig Volbeda ; translated by Lucy Scott

Breathtakingly raw and fresh, just like adolescence itself. Full review >

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by Jessica Walker ; illustrated by Jessica Walker

A wholly original novel that celebrates connection in unlikely places. Full review >

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by Gail Donovan ; illustrated by Elysia Case

Animal lovers and youngsters who march to the beat of their own drums will find a kindred spirit here. Full review >

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by Donna Barba Higuera illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson

A magnificent spin on a well-known Aztec legend. Full review >

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by Raidah Shah Idil

An intriguing exploration of mysticism and religion, centering on a strong and deeply relatable girl. Full review >

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by Lily Berlin Dodd

Egg-cellent storytelling; readers will be eager for the second book. Full review >

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by Jérémie Moreau ; illustrated by Jérémie Moreau ; translated by Nick Frost & Catherine Ostiguy

A compelling, earnest, and visually impressive animal allegory. Full review >

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by Lindsey Leigh ; illustrated by Lindsey Leigh

Burrows brilliantly into its topic with a will and a wink. Full review >

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by Nell Cross Beckerman ; illustrated by Kalen Chock

A spellbinding tour, deeply rooted in both fact and feeling. Full review >

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by Nina Crews ; illustrated by Nina Crews

A powerful paean to both the space program and a noteworthy artist. Full review >

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