This May, we are excited to celebrate Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month with books that center around AANHPI lives and stories that are sure to resonate far beyond a single month of the year. Join us as we #CelebrateAANHPI HeritageMonth with readers and reaffirm our Scholastic commitment to publish books that demonstrate the Power of Story.
WE WHO PRODUCE PEARLS By: Joanna Ho, Illustrated by: Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya
Picture Book | Ages 4-8 | On sale: April 16, 2024
From the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author, Joanna Ho, comes an uplifting call to action that highlights Asian American history, paired with vibrant and colorful illustrations by artist and activist Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya.
TALA LEARNS TO SIVA By: Kealani Netane, Illustrated by: Dung Ho
Picture Book | Ages 4-8 | On sale: May 7, 2024
A lovingly empowering story about finding courage and strength in your family, history, and community through a traditional and cherished Samoan dance, taualuga. Written by debut author, Kealani Netane, and illustrated by New York Times bestselling illustrator, Dung Ho.
MY SAREE By: Gita Varadarajan, Illustrated by Archana Sreenivasan
Picture Book | Ages 4-8 | On sale: August 6, 2024
A sweet and joyful story of self-discovery and identity from the same celebrated creative team who brought us My Bindi, and the co-author of the bestselling middle grade story Save Me a Seat.
ON THE TIP OF A WAVE By: Joanna Ho, Illustrated by: Cátia Chien
Picture Book | Ages 4-8 | On sale now!
From New York Times bestselling author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, Joanna Ho, and critically acclaimed illustrator, Cátia Chien comes a moving, powerful picture book about the life and work of activist and artist, Ai Weiwei.
THE PARTY DIARIES #3: TOP SECRET ANNIVERSARY By: Mitali Banerjee Ruths and Illustrated by: Aaliya Jaleel
Chapter Book (Branches) | Ages 5 to 7 | On sale now!
In the third installment of this early chapter book series, Priya plans a top-secret anniversary party and helps save manatees! With color-coded speech bubbles, an engaging diary format, plenty of humor, and vibrant artwork on every page, this series is perfect for newly independent readers!
MEET ME ON MERCER STREET By: Booki Vivat
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
Harriet the Spy meets Front Desk in this funny, surprising graphic novel by Booki Vivat, author-illustrator of the New York Times bestselling Frazzled series.
SECRETS OF THE SKY #2: THE POISON WAVES By: Sayantani DasGupta
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
Kiya and Kinjal have succeeded in their first quest in the magical world of the Kingdom Beyond, but whatever good they achieved might not be enough.
SECRETS OF THE SKY #3: THE GHOST FOREST By: Sayantani DasGupta
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
The Kingdom Beyond is overrun with bhoot (ghosts who live in trees), and Kiya and Kinjal are the best hope of finding a solution.
LEGENDS OF LOTUS ISLAND #3: CITY OF WISHES By: Christina Soontornvat, Illustrated by: Kevin Hong
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
From three-time Newbery honor recipient Christina Soontornvat comes a compelling new young middle grade fantasy series for readers who love stories about animals, magic, and kids like them embracing their power to change the world.
LEGENDS OF LOTUS ISLAND #4: TEMPLE OF SECRETS By: Christina Soontornvat, Illustrated by: Kevin Hong
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale: August 6, 2024
From three-time Newbery Honor-winning author Christina Soontornvat comes a compelling and immersive young middle grade fantasy series for readers who love stories about animals, magic, and kids like them embracing their power to change the world.
ANY WAY YOU LOOK By: Maleeha Siddiqui
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale: May 7, 2024
When boys from her community start harassing her, Ainy needs to figure out how to get them to stop - while still staying true to herself.
MILLICENT MIN, GIRL GENIUS By: Lisa Yee
Middle Grade | Ages 9 to 12 | On sale: April 2, 2024
From Newbery Honor Award-winning author, Lisa Yee. Millicent Min is having a bad summer. But when she meets Emily, things start to look up. She actually thinks Millicent is cool. Can she keep all her lies straight and make her first friend?
FRONT DESK #4: KEY PLAYER By: Kelly Yang (now in paperback)
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
Mia Tang is going for the goal in the fourth Front Desk novel by New York Times bestselling author Kelly Yang!
FRONT DESK #5: TOP STORY By: Kelly Yang
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
Even for the best writers, it’s not always easy to find the right words. But if anyone can tell a top story, it’s Mia Tang!
THE CROSSBOW OF DESTINY by Brandon Hoang
Middle Grade | Ages 8-12 | On sale: August 6, 2024
Author Brandon Hoang takes readers on a high-stakes adventure through Vietnam in search of an ancient magical crossbow in this debut middle-grade fantasy that Michael Dante DiMartino, co-creator of Avatar: The Last Airbender calls "a must-read"!
THE TRYOUT By: Christina Soontornvat and Illustrated by: Joanna Cacao
Graphix | Ages 8 to 12 | On sale now!
From three-time Newbery Honoree and Kirkus Prize winner Christina Soontornvat, and stellar new talent, Joanna Cacao, comes a spirited graphic novel memoir about courage and competition, friendship and belonging, and learning to feel comfortable in your own skin.
PARACHUTE KIDS By: Betty C. Tang
Graphix | Ages 9 to 12 | On sale now!
A dream trip to America turns into a nightmare when Feng-Li and her siblings are left in California on their own as parachute kids. Now they must fend for themselves in a strange new world in this powerful graphic novel inspired by the author's childhood.
MABUHAY! By: Zachary Sterling
Graphix | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
From rising star Zachary Sterling comes a humorous and heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel that celebrates food, family, and folklore.
SHANG-CHI AND THE QUEST FOR IMMORTALITY By: Victoria Ying
Graphix | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
Marvel break-out Shang-Chi sets off to unlock the keys to immortality and save his father in this all-new, original graphic novel adventure!
THE AWAKENING STORM: A GRAPHIC NOVEL (CITY OF DRAGONS #1) By: Jaimal Yogis and Illustrated by: Vivian Truong
Graphix | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
Grace and her friends must protect a newly hatched dragon from mysterious evildoers.
SQUISHED: A GRAPHIC NOVEL By: Megan Wagner Lloyd and Illustrated by: Michelle Mee Nutter
Graphix | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
From the Eisner-nominated duo behind the instant bestseller Allergic comes a fun new graphic novel about finding your own space…especially when you're in a family of nine!
ALLERGIC: A GRAPHIC NOVEL By: Megan Wagner Lloyd and Illustrated by: Michelle Mee Nutter
Graphix | Ages 8-12 | On sale now!
A coming-of-age middle-grade graphic novel featuring a girl with severe allergies who just wants to find the perfect pet!
PEARL By: Sherri L. Smith, Illustrated by: Christine Norrie
Graphix | Ages 10-14 | On sale: August 20, 2024
In a beautifully crafted and captivating graphic novel from award-winning writer Sherri L. Smith and Eisner-nominated artist Christine Norrie, a Japanese-American girl must survive years of uncertainty and questions of loyalty in Hiroshima during World War II.
ROSEWOOD By: Sayantani DasGupta
Young Adult | Ages 12 And Up | On sale now!
New York Times bestselling Sayantani DasGupta brings her trademark wit and insight to this bright and funny Sense and Sensibility retelling!
WHAT A DESI GIRL WANTS By: Sabina Khan
Young Adult | Ages 12 And Up | On sale now!
Mehar reluctantly returns to India for her father’s wedding to socialite Naz who she can tell is using her father for his money. Perhaps putting a stop to this wedding might be the best thing for everyone involved…
I KICK AND I FLY By: Ruchira Gupta
Young Adult | Ages 12 And Up | On sale now!
From renowned activist and award-winning documentarian, Ruchira Gupta, I Kick and I Fly is a hopeful story about a girl in Bihar, India, who escapes being sold into the sex trade when a local hostel owner helps her to understand the value of her body through kung fu.
