The Gardens of Dorr
By Paul Biegel with illustrations by Eva Johanna Rubin
Available on April 4, 2023, by Pushkins Childrens Books
Oliver Twist
By Charles Dickens, with illustrations by Jim Tierney
Available on April 11, 2023, by Union Square Kids
Anne of Green Gables
By L.M. Montgomery with illustrations by Jim Tierney
Available on April 11, 2023, by Union Square Kids
Newly Adapted Classics
The Wind in the Willows
By Kenneth Grahame Illustrated by Robert Ingpen
Available on May 16, 2023, by Welbeck Editions
A few years back Robert Ingpen illustrated an unabridged version of The Wind in the Willows. Now there is an adapted picture book edition of this much-loved classic, with Robert Ingpen’s gorgeous illustrations.
The Enchanted Library
By Enid Blyton
Available on March 21, 2023, by Hachette Children’s
A gorgeous picture book to delight little readers, with stories for every season. Collect the other books in the series for a year-round library of beautiful books.
Cinderella – with Dogs!
By Linda Bailey, illustrated by Freya Hartas
Available on February 7, 2023, by Nancy Paulsen Books
Readers will get a kick out of this retelling with its lovable cast of characters and refreshing ending. If you enjoy Freya Hartas’ delightful illustrations, check out another book soon to be released featuring her artwork: Slow Down and Be Here Now.
New Classics to Graphic Novels
Bea Wolf
By Zach Weinersmith, illustrations by Boulet
Available on March 21, 2023, by First Second
Peanuts
Adventures with Linus and Friends!
By Charles M. Schultz
Available on March 7, 2023, by Simon Spotlight
New from Well-known Authors/Illustrators
Palace of Books
By Patricia Polacco
Available on March 7, 2023, by Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
The One and Only Ruby
By Katherine Applegate, illustrated by Patricia Castelao
Available on May 2, 2023, by HarperCollins
From beloved author Katherine Applegate comes this new addition to The One and Only Ivan series, starring the adorable baby elephant from the before-mentioned title.
The B&N Exclusive Edition features bonus content from Katherine Applegate, never-before-seen sketches from artist Patricia Castelao, and gorgeous foil stamping and embossing on the jacket.
The Great Steamboat Mystery
By Richard Scarry
Available on March 28, 2023, by Random House Books for Young Readers
The Tree and the River
By Aaron Becker
Available on March 14, 2023, by Candlewick Press
The Moth Keeper
By K. O’Neill
Available on March 7, 2023, by Random House Graphic
Being a Moth Keeper is a huge responsibility and a great honor, but what happens when the new Moth Keeper decides to take a break from the moon and see the sun for the first time? From the author of the beloved Tea Dragon Society.
New Picture Books I thought worth the mention!
Farah Loves Mangos
By Sarthak Sinha
Available on April 4, 2023, by Flying Eye Books
Farah loves mangos! Every summer when she visits her Grandpa they pick the ripe fruit from his mango tree. This year, however, the tree is empty! Farah puts her mind to it and decides she will make the tree bear fruit. But perhaps Farah will learn there is more to a mango
tree than just the fruit.
Mouseboat
By Larissa Theule, illustrated by Abigail Halpin
Available on March 28, 2023, by Viking Books for Young Readers
A young girl feels lost after the death of her mother. She and her Dad take a trip to their lake house, where the girl longs to feel a connection to her mom. She takes out the small mouseboat that she and her mom built together.
I love Abigail Halpin’s artwork, which you can also see in her Anne of Green Gables adapted series.
New In Non-Fiction
Daddy Dressed Me
By Michael and Ava Gardner, illustrated by Nadia Fisher
Available on March 28, 2023, by Aladdin
Scientists in the Wild
Galapagos
By Helen Scales Ph.D. illustrated by Romolo D’Hipolito
Available on March 7, 2023, by Flying Eye Books
Packed full of wild facts, this book celebrates the rare biodiversity of the Galapagos with beautiful and informative illustration by an artist who also illustrated another one of the Earth’s Incredible Places books listed above, (The Amazon).
The Story of the Saxophone
By Lesa Cline-Ransome illustrated by James E. Ransome
Available on March 28, 2023, by Holiday House
24 Hours on Planet Earth
One World
By Nicola Davies. illustrated by Jenni Desmond
Available on March 14, 2023, by Candlewick Press
Quietly profound, this glowing tribute to the natural world—and reminder of its fragility—blends accessible science, lyricism, sweeping artwork, and a call for climate awareness into an ideal companion book for Earth Day, or any wondrous day on Earth. We have a few books by Nicola Davies and find her writing wonderful.
How Old is a Whale?
By Lily Murray illustrated by Jesse Hodgson
Available on March 7, 2023, by Big Picture Press
Cool Green
Amazing, Remarkable Trees
By Lulu Delacre
Available on March 28, 2023, by Candlewick
Amazing Insects Around the World
By DGPH Studio
Available on March 28, 2023, by Penguin Workshop
The tiny animal kingdom is on full display in this beautifully designed book featuring some of the most interesting insects on earth. Also check out Amazing Animals Around the World.