Forthcoming releases · 364 eligible titles

100 Upcoming Kids’ Books

Updated November 1, 2026
Release calendar updated regularly
Ordered by publication date, soonest first

Get a first look at the most anticipated upcoming kids Books. Preorder the titles our reviewers are most excited about and be ready the day they release.

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The next releases on the calendar, with publication details and purchase information to help families plan ahead.

Jessi's Baby-Sitter
Sale price
$899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990

Jessi's Baby-Sitter

A strict relative moves in to babysit, and a girl must prove she's old enough on her own.

160 pages
Paperback
Dawn and the Older Boy
Sale price
$899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990

Dawn and the Older Boy

A girl falls for a charming older boy, but her friends worry he isn't what he seems.

160 pages
Paperback
Karen's Carnival
Sale price
$799
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1991

Karen's Carnival

112 pages
Paperback
Eleanor's Story
Sale price
$1999
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1999

Eleanor's Story

A young American struggles to survive and maintain her identity in Nazi Germany during WWII.

288 pages
Hardcover
Little Miss Spider at Sunny Patch School
Sale price
$1495
Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2000

Little Miss Spider at Sunny Patch School

A little spider's first school day goes badly. Is there anything she's good at?

32 pages· 300 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
Hardcover
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More on the Horizon

Upcoming Books · #11–100

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#11
Sale price
$1299

I Love You Just Like This!

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2014

Discover countless ways to say 'I love you' with Elmo and friends in this heartwarming tale.

#12
The Cat Wants Custard
Sale price
$1799

The Cat Wants Custard

Picture Book · 2016

A cat's quest for custard leads to hilarious antics. Will he succeed?

#13
Sale price
$799

On Point

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

A young basketball player must lead his struggling team and navigate friendship challenges.

#14
Sale price
$799

Power Forward

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

A young dreamer defies his parents to pursue basketball stardom.

#15
Sale price
$799

Bounce Back

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

Injury sidelines a young basketball dreamer. Can he lead without playing?

#17
Sing Me the Summer
Sale price
$1999

Sing Me the Summer

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

Celebrate the fleeting beauty of summer's everyday moments.

#18
Spellstone
Sale price
$999

Spellstone

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2023

A hidden power, a secret order, and a looming evil. Can she save the world?

#19
Three Drops of Blood
Sale price
$999

Three Drops of Blood

Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2023

A girl witnesses a double murder from her office window. Can she uncover the truth before becoming the next victim?

#21
My Small World: Underwater
Sale price
$899

My Small World: Underwater

Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2024

A child invites readers into an imaginary undersea world full of creatures and treasure.

#22
The Fun We Had
Sale price
$899

The Fun We Had

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2024

Through the changing seasons, a girl and her ailing grandmother remember their adventures together.

#23
Sale price
$1099

The Dark Becomes Her

Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2024

A sister's battle against dark forces threatens to unleash an ancient evil.

#26
Sale price
$899

Deep Dark

Chapter Book · Ages 9–18 · 2025

A ballad seller who spends her nights in prison chases a mystery through old London.

#27
Sale price
$1799

The Surface Trials

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2025

Kids compete on a deadly, uninhabited planet for a place at a space academy.

#28
Old MacDonald on the Move
Sale price
$899

Old MacDonald on the Move

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

When the farm starts falling apart, the animals check into a fancy hotel.

#29
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Sale price
$899

Over the Rainbow Bridge

Picture Book · 2025

A boy and his beloved dog share every adventure, until the day goodbye comes.

#30
Sale price
$1899

Meet November

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Join November on a festive journey to Thanksgiving dinner.

#31
Sale price
$1899

Meet December

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Discover December's festive adventures and learn new holiday traditions.

#33
Tadpole Summer
Sale price
$999

Tadpole Summer

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2026

A sister seeks solace in nature as her brother's illness worsens, cherishing their remaining time together.

#34
The Wild Ones
Sale price
$1899

The Wild Ones

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2026

Abandoned in an emptied city, a band of shelter pets must brave the wild streets to find safety.

#35
Peas on Your Knees
Sale price
$2499

Peas on Your Knees

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Explore life's quirks through playful poems celebrating humor and heart.

#38
Park Survival: Lost in Alaska
Sale price
$899

Park Survival: Lost in Alaska

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

After an argument sends his cousin into the wilderness, a boy must find her before it's too late.

#39
Sale price
$699

Who Is Bethany Hamilton?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

After a shark attack takes her arm, a teen surfer fights her way back to the waves.

#41
Sale price
$2699

The Books of Clash

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

A pancake-making robot dreams of battle glory. Can she defy her programming?

#44
Sale price
$2899

The Last King of Faerie

Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2026

A kidnapping in Faerie sparks a perilous quest to save the Shadowhunter world.

#45
The Web of War
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1599

The Web of War

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

Unravel the secrets of D-Day and the fight against Nazi tyranny.

#47
Sale price
$899

Grumpy Monkey Poop!

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2026

A monkey's quest for the perfect bathroom spot leads to unexpected challenges.

#50
Sale price
$2499

Snake Night

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2026

Uncover ancient secrets and alchemical mysteries at a school where danger lurks in the shadows.

#51
I Am Human
Sale price
$1899

I Am Human

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2026

A boy teaches a robot what it means to be human.

#52
Superpower Puppies
Sale price
$999

Superpower Puppies

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2026

Superpuppies search for their missing pack, using magical powers to protect humans.

#54
Sale price
$1799

Time for Bed, Animals

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2026

Explore the surprising sleep habits of animals around the world.

#55
Backpack, Boy, Berlin
Sale price
$1899

Backpack, Boy, Berlin

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

A boy risks everything to deliver secret messages in Nazi Berlin.

#57
Lulee Lullaby
Sale price
$1899

Lulee Lullaby

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Fantastical visitors disrupt bedtime, seeking shelter and a lullaby.

#58
Good Bear, Bad Bear
Sale price
$1899

Good Bear, Bad Bear

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Two sisters' identical bears reveal unexpected truths about love and self-worth.

#59
Arlo and the Raven
Sale price
$1899

Arlo and the Raven

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2026

A winged boy seeks belonging, unaware a new neighbor holds the key to friendship.

#60
Gentle Bear
Sale price
$999

Gentle Bear

Board Book · Ages 3–+ · 2026

Explore colors with a gentle bear in a sensory adventure.

#61
Sale price
$899

Goodnight Garbage Truck

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2026

Say goodnight to the garbage truck as it winds through town, soothing little ones to sleep.

#62
Sale price
$999

Black Holes for Babies

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2026

Discover the universe's mysteries with a playful look at black holes for curious young minds.

#63
The Kid Who Cracked the Code
Sale price
$1499

The Kid Who Cracked the Code

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

An old computer presents a birthday puzzle. Can she crack the code?

#64
Creatures of the Rainforest
Sale price
$1499

Creatures of the Rainforest

Chapter Book · Ages 4–11 · 2026

Discover the wild wonders of the rainforest and its incredible creatures.

#65
Happy Noon Year
Sale price
$1899

Happy Noon Year

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

A girl plans a noon celebration to join New Year's fun.

#66
The Flip-Flop Alphabet
Sale price
$1999

The Flip-Flop Alphabet

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2026

Explore choices through the alphabet, shaping character with every letter.

#68
The Horse Dreamer
Sale price
$1999

The Horse Dreamer

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

A girl finds hope and healing through a mysterious horse after her father's loss.

#69
Take Cover
Sale price
$1899

Take Cover

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2026

Two kids navigate war-torn London, seeking family amidst chaos and secrets.

#70
Space Bot: Mission Earth
Sale price
$1299

Space Bot: Mission Earth

Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2026

A robot's mission to study humans leads to an unexpected discovery: friendship.

#71
Sale price
$799

Sworn Enemies

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2026

A dinoghost and his friend race through a monster forest to reach the ocean before it's too late.

#72
Sale price
$1299

Super Like Stan Lee

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2026

Time travel to meet legends and discover true superpowers.

#73
Sale price
$1899

The Violet Rebellion

Chapter Book · 2026

A farm girl who sees through enchantments joins a secret resistance as inspectors close in.

#75
Sale price
$1999

The Toast of the Town

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Everyone in town loves this helpful slice of bread, but he wasn't always so warm.

#77
Sale price
$799

Stick Season

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2026

A dog discovers a mysterious purpose for gathered sticks in the forest.

#78
Bill the Dog
Sale price
$1899

Bill the Dog

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

A dog questions his identity after being labeled 'bad.' What else can he be?

#80
Sale price
$599

Secret of the Shipwreck

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2026

Children explore a deserted island and uncover signs of a mysterious inhabitant. Are they truly alone?

#81
Wrong Way Corrigan's Wild Ride
Sale price
$1999

Wrong Way Corrigan's Wild Ride

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2026

A pilot's journey veers off course, landing him in Ireland instead of California. Mistake or secret ambition?

#82
Sale price
$1799

The Lost Compass Clue

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

Mysterious messages and a dangerous enemy threaten a legacy. Can they crack the code in time?

#84
Sale price
$1999

The Beijing Burglar

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2026

A young spy's mission to find a friend's father uncovers dangerous secrets.

#85
Sale price
$799

Right as Rain

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2026

A rule-bending fairy is tempted to use forbidden fairy dust in a magic challenge.

#86
Sale price
$899

Serena Williams

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2026

Two sisters practice on public courts, and one becomes a tennis legend.

#89
The Codebreakers Club
Sale price
$1699

The Codebreakers Club

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2026

A math trophy disappears mid-competition. Can the Codebreakers solve the mystery before time runs out?

#91
Finding Mister Tibbles
Sale price
$1899

Finding Mister Tibbles

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

A missing pet leads to a whimsical neighborhood adventure.

#92
Sale price
$999

Be My Valentine!

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2026

Discover the surprises at Strawberry Shortcake's Valentine's party.

#93
To the Actual Moon and Back
Sale price
$1899

To the Actual Moon and Back

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2026

A dad must prove his love by journeying to the moon with his child.

#94
Love, Grumble
Sale price
$1899

Love, Grumble

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2026

A grumpy troll learns love isn't as bad as he thought.

#95
I Love You So Matcha!
Sale price
$799

I Love You So Matcha!

Board Book · 2026

Parent-and-child drinks and treats trade sweet, punny promises of love.

#96
Sale price
$1099

Candy Corn Valentine!

Picture Book · Ages 1–4 · 2026

Forgotten Halloween candies crash a holiday about love, and nobody wants them there.

#97
Sale price
$799

Oh, Deer!

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2026

A puppy hunting for a monster finds a dark cave, but his friend is too scared to enter.

#98
Nobunny But You
Sale price
$1099

Nobunny But You

Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2026

Squishy bunnies share pun-filled declarations of love.