About This Contest
Welcome to Publishers Weekly’s Summer/Fall 2023 Grab a Galley. We’re excited to share some of the buzziest titles hitting the shelves next season with you.
Our wonderful publishing partners have not held back. With nearly 200 titles, this Grab a Galley has it all: Cold War spy thrillers, epic love stories, moving memoirs, YA fantasy, LGBTQ romance, coming-of-age middle grade novels, hilarious picture books, and maybe even a ghost story tucked into a family drama.
Spanning every age group and category, this outstanding collection also includes highly anticipated books from speakers at the U.S. Book Show. Browse through the collection either by category or by selecting All Titles on the navigation bar, and stock up on captivating reads. Choose the Thumbnail display option below to view an entire category or use the Slideshow to flip through one title at a time.
Enter to win as many books as you’d like. There’s no limit on the number of entries. Simply select the books you want, add them to your swag bag and click View Swag Bag on the navigation bar. The list of books you’ve selected will appear, and you can remove or add titles. When your list is complete, click Enter to Win Now.
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Picture & Chapter Books
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1 of 22 titles
Angel and the Paper Trail
Clavis Publishing
Angel has trouble making friends at his new school. A mysterious note inside a book at the library sets him off to find the author. Before he knows it, he is surrounded by new friends who are all keen on deciphering the mystery as well! A cheerful story about new friendships, new experiences and one intriguing quest.
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2 of 22 titles
Be More Dog
Floris Books
Sam the dog helps his best friend to find happiness in this uplifting story about learning to live in the moment. Bursting with positivity and curious dog energy, this heartfelt book encourages all of us to be a little less sad and a little more dog!
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3 of 22 titles
Buddy the Bucket Filler
Cardinal Rule Press
Buddy, a city boy, can’t wait to visit his Uncle Frank on his farm. When Buddy’s dad drops him off, he gives Buddy his allowance. Buddy can spend the money on anything he wants! Can there be anything better than sweets and new toys? Find out through this heartfelt story that illustrates kindness through the concept of bucket filling.
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4 of 22 titles
Gilmore Girls: At Home in Stars Hollow
Insight Editions
Take a walk down memory lane with the Gilmore Girls as they reminisce on the moments that made Stars Hollow the perfect home for a young mother and daughter. Full-color illustrations as charming as the town square, and sweet memories appropriate for fans of all ages, bring the Gilmore Girls to a new generation.
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5 of 22 titles
Grizzly 399’s Hibernation Pandemonium
Green Kids Club, Inc.
Grizzly 399 lives in Teton National Park. In the spring of 2020, she emerged from her den with four cubs. This story is an imaginary tale about what might happen in the bear family's first year. It includes a science section about Grizzly 399 and hibernation, along with stunning photos of the real Grizzly 399 and cubs.
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6 of 22 titles
How to Make a Peanut Butter Sandwich in 17 Easy Steps
Owlkids Books
A slightly overcomplicated and highly hilarious guide to making a peanut butter sandwich with all your critter friends. Brimming with humor and charm, this debut picture book encourages readers to think outside the box and reimagine how simple tasks can be accomplished in creative ways.
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7 of 22 titles
I Am Somebody
Running Press Kids
An empowering picture book about the importance of stepping up (and speaking up) to address injustice and effect change within our daily lives, from the author of I Affirm Me: The ABCs of Inspiration for Black Kids.
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8 of 22 titles
I Will Swim Next Time
Floris Books
This gently powerful story about taking your time and listening to yourself, with lyrical words from Emily Joof, reminds us that it's okay for progress to be gradual. Bold and dynamic illustrations from Matilda Ruta bring the journey to life with warmth and vibrancy. A perfect book for any child who is feeling nervous about new experiences.
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9 of 22 titles
INVINCIBLE: Fathers and Mothers of Black America
Astra Books for Young Readers
In this lyrical picture book, acclaimed Black author Wade Hudson explores the birth of Black America, focusing on the little-known men and women who fought for justice and for an America where freedom truly rang for all. Ending with a call to action, Invincible is a powerful and inspiring account of a history that deserves to be better known.
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10 of 22 titles
It’ll Be Irie
Cardinal Rule Press
Raymond can’t wait to move to America. He is determined to be the most American American ever! But when he gets to his new school, his plan backfires as his Jamaican roots show through. Now Raymond must figure out a way to fit in. Come join Raymond as he discovers how to be the most Raymond Raymond ever.
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11 of 22 titles
The Kid with Big, Big Ideas
Beaming Books
"There once was a kid with glittery nails who always wore colorful socks, and all around town, this child was known for thinking outside of the box." Following the bestselling, The Boy with Big, Big Feelings and The Girl with Big, Big Questions comes a new story about a nonbinary kid with ideas so big and wild that grown-ups often dismiss them.
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12 of 22 titles
Kiki Can! Go To School
Encantos
It’s the first day of school for Kiki and her brothers, and Kiki is nervous—especially when she sees she’ll be heading to her classroom all by herself! Kids will love joining this brave little chickie as she explores her new class, finds her voice, and even makes some new friends!
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13 of 22 titles
The Last Stardog
Nobrow
Stardog is the last of her kind, shining in the sky. Until, heavy with loneliness, she falls to Earth. With her star magic lost, she sets out on a journey to restore it and find other stardogs like her. Her quest will be no easy feat, but, along the way, she will find strength and joy in the most unlikely of friendships.
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14 of 22 titles
Long Goes to Dragon School
Yeehoo Press
Wrapped in Eastern and Western dragon lore, this fantasy tale celebrates perseverance, cultural inclusion, and self-discovery. Inspired by the author's experience as a minority immigrant student, this picture book follows a Chinese dragon who struggles to breathe fire in his new Western dragon school, only to discover he must carve his own path to finding a sense of belonging.
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15 of 22 titles
My Culture, My Gender, Me
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
The first picture book introducing children to the amazing gender identities and cultures that exist around the world.
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16 of 22 titles
Potatoes for Pirate Pearl
Feeding Minds Press
When Pirate Pearl and her parrot Petunia are in search of something tasty, they row ashore to find a farm where friendly Farmer Fay shows them how to grow and cook potatoes.
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17 of 22 titles
Scarback: the wolf
Gwen Austin Studios
Scarback is the tale of an aging wolf who feared he had lost the power of youth - until he discovered he could fly! Scarback: the wolf is a comforting story of the transition from this life to what comes next.
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18 of 22 titles
There’s an Elephant on My Chest
End Game Press
Allie wakes up with a BIG problem – an elephant sitting on her chest. There's no way she will make it to school on time unless she finds a way to shrink it. With some help, Allie may find a way to fix her problem. This book offers practical solutions for children facing anxiety and ways to talk with trusted adults.
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19 of 22 titles
The Time Machine
Cardinal Rule Press
Bailey's building a time machine... not to visit ancient Egypt or King Arthur's court, but to take her to last Thursday. That’s the day she said the Thing that made her best friend so mad. But when it's complete, Bailey discovers the only thing harder than building a time machine is having the courage to revisit a moment you regret.
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20 of 22 titles
To Be a Cheetah
Sunbird Books
“A cheetah is what I want to be…nothing would be faster than me!” As a mother tucks her little dreamer into bed, she lets him know that wherever he goes, he can always come home. This loving bedtime story transports readers to the savannas of Africa and back home again. Rich illustrations capture the warmth of a mother-son relationship.
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21 of 22 titles
Upside Down Dreams
End Game Press
Lilly Padilly, an adventurous 8-year-old, drawn to the thrill of flight, faces skepticism from peers and her own self-doubt. A pivotal moment with her grandpa and an inspirational encounter with one special pilot banished Lilly’s uncertainty and solidified her dream. Inspired by the firsthand interactions author Michelle “MACE” Curran had with many girls during her time as a Thunderbird Pilot.
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22 of 22 titles
Yes Means Yes
Ulysses Press
Teach kids about the importance of consent and body boundaries in this charming book. Yes Means Yes explores "everyday" scenarios, like the desire to touch someone’s hair, play that frustrates or hurts someone, and how someone might feel uncomfortable being touched or approached. Readers are reminded: “Only you get to control your body. And others get to control their own!”
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