National Book Award for Young People's Literature · 2012

The 2012 National Book Award for Young People's Literature

Goblin Secrets won the 2012 National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Browse it alongside the honor book, with ages and reading levels for each.

2012 National Book Award for Young People's Literature Winner
Goblin Secrets
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2012

Goblin Secrets

By William Alexander · Book #1 in the Zombay series

A boy joins goblins to find his missing brother in a city where acting is forbidden.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature (2012)
256 pages
3.5/5 Goodreads · 2,326 ratings
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Summary: In Zombay, where acting is banned, young Rownie searches for his missing brother, Rowan. Escaping the clutches of the witch Graba, he joins a troupe of goblins who defy the law with their mysterious plays. As Rownie delves deeper into their world, he discovers that the goblins' performances hold secrets that could save the town from a looming flood. Will Rownie find Rowan in time, and can they together avert disaster? This enchanting tale weaves themes of family, courage, and the power of storytelling into a thrilling adventure.
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2012

Bomb

A global race to build the atomic bomb ignites espionage and danger.

304 pages· 60,357 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 21,515 ratings
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Summary: In 1938, a German chemist's discovery of uranium fission sparks a worldwide race to create the atomic bomb. As Soviet spies infiltrate Allied labs and Norwegian commandos target German resources, scientists at Los Alamos work in secrecy. This gripping tale of espionage, risk, and genius reveals the birth of the world's most dangerous weapon. Will the Allies succeed, or will their secrets be stolen? Dive into a thrilling narrative of ambition and betrayal that changed history forever.
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