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Upcoming Titles to Get Excited For

Predicting the future is a tricky business, but there is one thing we can say confidently about 2026: amazing books are coming our way! Build your TBR list with some of RHCB’s most exciting upcoming titles publishing this spring.

Picture Books

Bing's Cherries

Bing's Cherries

Livia Blackburne

A modern American tall tale woven by a girl and her father about Ah Bing, the Chinese immigrant behind the Pacific Northwest’s most delicious cherries.

Black Hands

Black Hands

Carole Boston Weatherford

Commemorate the innumerable ways the African American community has shaped the foundation of the United States in this stunning, poetic picture book from the Caldecott Honor-winning team behind Freedom in Congo Square.

The Future Book

The Future Book

Mac Barnett

Every other book was written in the past. But this book? This book was written in the future.

Houdini's Library

Houdini's Library

Barb Rosenstock

A fresh and fascinating picture book biography about the iconic magician Harry Houdini, an avid book collector who lived and breathed the idea that books are magic, from the author of Caldecott Honor book The Noisy Paint Box.

I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy

I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy

Mychal Threets

Dubbed “the Internet’s librarian”— and now host of the relaunched Reading Rainbow — Mychal Threets invites all to take a look and find themselves at the library! Perfect for little readers who are regular visitors and those who might be stepping into the stacks for the first time.

Navigating Night

Navigating Night

Julie Leung

A girl guides her dad on his route delivering Chinese take-out food in this touching picture book, written by an APALA-award winner, that celebrates the unique bond between immigrant parents and their children.

Ramadan Rain

Ramadan Rain

Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow

In this heartwarming celebration of family and faith, join Haneen and her Momma as they celebrate Eid and the end of Ramadan with prayers made on a rainy day.

Two Artists, Grandad and Me

Two Artists, Grandad and Me

Charnelle Pinkney Barlow

A young girl spends a magical day in her grandad’s painting studio, discovering the joy of art, music, and the special bond they share. By the granddaughter of legendary Caldecott Medal-winning children’s book illustrator Jerry Pinkney.

Picture Book Resources

Emerging Readers & Chapter Books

Gracie Wei #1: You're a Winner, Gracie Wei

Gracie Wei #1: You're a Winner, Gracie Wei

Kristen Mei Chase

Meet Gracie Wei—a go-getting fourth grader who’s determined to win it all at her school’s spelling bee competition! A charming new chapter book series for fans of Ivy and Bean or Dory Fantasmagory.

Momo Sees the Sea

Momo Sees the Sea

Avani Dwivedi

Dive into an underwater hide-and-seek adventure! Part of the new Seuss Studios line of Beginner Books inspired by never-before-seen sketches by Dr. Seuss, this whimsical story invites readers to seek out the magic that’s hidden in the world around them.

Murray the Pirate

Murray the Pirate

Adam Stower

Escape through the magic cat flap and join your new favorite cat and bunny duo as they face off against a grumpy pirate captain, uncover a secret treasure map, and attempt to escape MONSTER ISLAND. Readers of Bad Guys will giggle their way through this illustrated and purr-fectly charming chapter book series.

Pizza and Taco: Go Viral!

Pizza and Taco: Go Viral!

Stephen Shaskan

Streaming live on StewTube: Pizza and Taco!!! These foodie besties are on a mission to go viral! Will they get lots of likes for their awesome video? Find out in this hilarious installment of the bestselling chapterbook graphic novel series!

Squirrel Lock Holmes #1: The Pet Rock Mystery

Squirrel Lock Holmes #1: The Pet Rock Mystery

Ashley Belote

It’s a mystery, my dear Watson! Detective Squirrel Lock Holmes and her trusty sidekick Mole Watson are on the hunt for a missing pet rock in this first book of the hilarious early graphic chapter book series.

Witchycakes #3: Puddles and Potions

Witchycakes #3: Puddles and Potions

Kara LaReau

Welcome to the most magical bakery — Witchycakes! Little Blue, a witch-in-training, uses magic to make everything perfect. . . well, sort of. Cozy up with this sweet chapter book with irresisitible full-color art on every page!

Middle Grade

Aku: Journey to Ibra

Aku: Journey to Ibra

Micah Johnson

Blast off into a sci-fi adventure in this electrifying middle grade debut starring Aku—the groundbreaking 3D character who graced the cover of TIME Magazine.

Forbidden Mountain

Forbidden Mountain

Brandon Mull

Choose your guardian. Choose your destiny. From the #1 bestselling author of the Fablehaven and Beyonders series comes an epic new fantasy set in a world where children bond with a spiritual guide—some promising greatness and glory, while others, destruction and death.

Hattie Mae Begins Again

Hattie Mae Begins Again

Sharon G. Flake

From the three-time Coretta Scott King Honor winning author of The Skin I’m In comes a poignant story about a southern girl far from home at an elite girls boarding school in the north, who must find the courage to be herself and to dream of a brighter future, set against the backdrop of the great migration in South Philly.

Last Day Pool Party

Last Day Pool Party

Emma Steinkellner

From the bestselling author of the Okay Witch series comes a contemporary graphic novel about the only thing standing between the kids of Orange Grove Junior High and summer break—one party, and a whole lot of drama.

Hilo Presents: The Mighty

Hilo Presents: The Mighty

Judd Winick

From the New York Times Bestselling Creator of Hilo, comes Hilo Presents–introducing all new stories, new heroes, and new worlds! Miranda’s an average kid trying to make it through the school day—but is she also the SUPERHERO known as THE MIGHTY?! Get ready for Mega-sized adventure and fun!

A Sea Monster Conundrum (The Misfits)

A Sea Monster Conundrum (The Misfits)

Lisa Yee

When there are suspicious sightings around the bay (ghosts?! a sea monster?!)—who’re you gonna call? An elite team of crime-fighting underdogs, that’s who! The Misfits are on the case in the hilarious follow-up to the beloved New York Times bestseller!

Mystery on Macaw Mountain

Mystery on Macaw Mountain

María José Fitzgerald

Birds of a feather solve crime together in this riveting middle grade mystery! When eight endangered macaws are stolen from a bird sanctuary in the Mayan ruins of Copán, four sleuthing cousins must find out who took them—and why.

Oh Brother

Oh Brother

Georgina Chadderton

Every kid is shaped by their family—but not every kid has a brother like Rob. In this bright and thoughtful middle grade graphic memoir, debut cartoonist Gina Chadderton examines the fun and difficult parts of growing up alongside their autistic and nonverbal brother.

When Tomorrow Burns

When Tomorrow Burns

Tae Keller

Three middle school students embark on a quest to find a book that may just save their lives in this spectacular novel about fate and friendship–from the Newbery Award-winning author of When You Trap a Tiger.

Young Adult

Carnival Fantástico

Carnival Fantástico

Angela Montoya

An unputdownable romantasy following a young woman posing as fortune-teller at a magical traveling carnival, where the handsome boy who once broke her heart resurfaces and warns her that the carnival is more sinister than it appears.

Coming Home (Adapted for Young Adults)

Coming Home (Adapted for Young Adults)

Brittney Griner, Michelle Burford

From basketball icon Brittney Griner comes a captivating memoir about her journey from early athletic stardom to her page-turning account of how she persevered in a Russian prison—now adapted for young adults.

The Fight of Our Lives: AIDS in America

The Fight of Our Lives: AIDS in America

David Levithan, Gabriel Duckels

A thoughtful, poignant look at the AIDS crisis in the United States that includes primary source interviews, history, medical research, and cultural touchpoints.

I Don't Wish You Well

I Don't Wish You Well

Jumata Emill

A teen investigative podcaster decides to dig into the truth behind a grisly murder spree that rocked his hometown five years ago, but soon discovers that this cold case is still hiding deadly secrets—in this chilling thriller perfect for fans of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.

Lovely One (Adapted for Young Adults)

Lovely One (Adapted for Young Adults)

Ketanji Brown Jackson

The New York Times bestselling memoir now adapted for young adults! Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to ever be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court, chronicles her life story and her extraordinary path to becoming a jurist on America’s highest court in this inspiring, intimate memoir.

Soundtrack

Soundtrack

Jason Reynolds

From the #1 New York Times best-selling author of Long Way Down, comes a powerful print adaptation of the acclaimed, award-winning audiobook Soundtrack— a stirring story of music, friendship, and finding your voice in 2000s New York City.

Tidespeaker

Tidespeaker

Sadie Turner

A girl with the power to command the tides has her life changed when she secures a job serving a wealthy noble family–only to learn upon arrival that the last person to fill her post mysteriously died, and her new employers are hiding dark secrets–in this haunting and lush debut fantasy.

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