About This Contest
Spring and winter 2023 books are coming! Claim your galleys!
Welcome to PW’s biggest, most exciting galley giveaway to date, with more than 200 titles from a variety of publishers.
This collection is extensive and timely, spanning every age group and category, from fast-paced and gripping whodunnit fiction to stories of female pleasure and the life-saving power of friendships.
Reflective nonfiction titles include a raw coming-of-age memoir about the difficulty of growing up in a hazardous home to essays about race, ethnicity and the COVID-19 pandemic.
On the children’s side, you’ll find some real gems, including a touching picture book that offers a heartfelt way to discuss loss and grief with a child.
Comics and graphic novel enthusiasts will meet new superheroes and stories tackling race, identity and superpowers are sure to take readers on unforgettable journeys.
Browse through the collection and complete the form below to enter to win and stock up on all the titles everyone will be talking about!
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Middle Grade
Amon’s Secret
Arnold Ytreeide
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1 of 22 titles
Amon’s Secret
Kregel Publications
Thirteen-year-old Amon has just watched Jesus ascend into heaven. What will he and the other followers of Christ do now? In the midst of Amon’s confusion, the apostle Peter hands him an assignment: invent a way for the new Christian church to communicate and meet in secret. It must not be noticed by the penetrating eyes of Jesus’s enemies.
The Deadlands: Hunted
Skye Melki-Wegner
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2 of 22 titles
The Deadlands: Hunted
Henry Holt and Co.
Battle rages between the dinosaur kingdoms of Cretacea. As the two remaining dinosaur kingdoms fight, Eleri is exiled from his home. Banished to the Deadlands, he must join forces with a group of questionable allies to avoid becoming prey.
Eleri and his fellow exiles must do all they can to save their kingdoms from a lurking predator. . . and a secret plot that might destroy them all.
Ellie Engle Saves Herself
Leah Johnson
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3 of 22 titles
Ellie Engle Saves Herself
Hyperion Avenue / Disney Publishing Worldwide
From award-winning author Leah Johnson comes a laugh-until-you-cry story about friendship, change, and the power we have to love ourselves. Middle School is hard enough! When paparazzi are on your front lawn, an international pop singer wants you to use your powers on tv, and you might be in love with your best friend but she doesn’t know? Absolutely impossible.
Gamer Girls: Gnat vs. Spyder
Andrea Towers
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4 of 22 titles
Gamer Girls: Gnat vs. Spyder
Andrews McMeel Kids
Thirteen-year-old Natalie lives a double life. By day, she’s an average eighth grader at Golden Trails Middle. At night, she’s Gnat112, a streamer for her favorite video game, Alienlord. But when the new girl moves in next door, will Natalie's double life be revealed?
The House That Whispers
Lin Thompson
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5 of 22 titles
The House That Whispers
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
From the author of The Best Liars in Riverview comes a subtle exploration of gender identity, family, and the personal ghosts that haunt us all, perfect for fans of Kyle Lukoff and Ashley Herring Blake.
How to Handle Stress for Middle School Success: Kid Confident Book 3
Silvi Guerra
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6 of 22 titles
How to Handle Stress for Middle School Success: Kid Confident Book 3
American Psychological Association / Magination Press®
Learn stress management skills and become the boss of your brain! There are tons of strategies and methods to coach yourself through anything middle school throws your way. Chills Hacks to help you calm down when you need it, healthy habits when it comes to eating, sleeping, and screen-time that will last, and controlling how you respond to stress and worry.
How to Master Your Mood in Middle School: Kid Confident Book 2
Lenka Glassman, Bonnie Zucker (editor)
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7 of 22 titles
How to Master Your Mood in Middle School: Kid Confident Book 2
American Psychological Association / Magination Press®
Not everyone nerds out on mood and emotions, but this book is chock-full of cool brain science, info on mental health, and wellness. You'll be an expert on YOU and will figure out what your emotions and feelings are saying. All that adds up to feeling lighter and more confident about yourself and your future.
How to Survive in the Age of Dinosaurs
Stephanie Warren Drimmer
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8 of 22 titles
How to Survive in the Age of Dinosaurs
National Geographic Kids
Discover if you have what it takes in this ultimate survival guide to the prehistoric age. Escape exploding volcanoes and mega monsoons, fend off an angry pterosaur, and survive a titanosaur stampede.
Packed with tips, tricks, and helpful maps, this is the ultimate handbook for dinosaur fans who want to know what life on Earth was really like when dinos ruled.
I Am the Walrus
Neal Shusterman and Eric Elfman
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9 of 22 titles
I Am the Walrus
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Eoin Colfer meets Rick Riordan—with a little Margaret Peterson Haddix sprinkled on top—in this hilarious new sci-fi series from award-winning authors Neal Shusterman and Eric Elfman.
Iora and the Quest of Five
Arefa Tehsin
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10 of 22 titles
Iora and the Quest of Five
Crimson Dragon Publishing
Iora and Beetle search the Wacky Wilderness for her father encountering wild animals, hidden tribes, secretive lands, and strange and magical creatures: some friendly and some not. There are only 17 days to find the forest Angels and the Spirit of the Jungle before all is lost! But the dark forces aren’t going to sit by and let that happen…
Juniper Harvey and the Vanishing Kingdom
Nina Varela
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11 of 22 titles
Juniper Harvey and the Vanishing Kingdom
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
A thrilling fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Amari and the Night Brothers and Rick Riordan's Trials of Apollo series! This middle-grade debut from acclaimed author Nina Varela explores friendship and queer identity, as one tween forges new bonds, fights nightmarish monsters, and, most importantly, figures out who she is and who she ultimately wishes to be.
The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams
Daniel Nayeri
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12 of 22 titles
The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams
Levine Querido
From Printz Medal Winner Daniel Nayeri comes a middle grade adventure through the Silk Road narrated by Monkey, a boy whose only protector, Samir the Seller of Dreams, has many mortal enemies.
Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind
Misa Sugiura
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13 of 22 titles
Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind
Random House Children’s Books
Momo just wants an ordinary life, but she's about to become legendary. Joined by Niko the fox and her former best friend Danny, Momo must embrace her identity as half human, half goddess to unlock her divine powers and save her mother’s life and the world. Perfect for fans of the Aru Shah and Fablehaven series.
Not-So-Common Cents: Super Duper Important Facts About Money You Can’t Afford to Miss
Sarah Flynn
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14 of 22 titles
Not-So-Common Cents: Super Duper Important Facts About Money You Can’t Afford to Miss
National Geographic Kids
Discover everything you could want to know about money, including how to make it, save it, and multiply it! In this book you’ll learn the building blocks for this big step toward independence:
- Basics of saving investing, and interest
- What “credit” really means
- The importance of giving back
- Much more!
Peculiar Woods: The Ancient Underwater City
Andres J. Colmenares
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15 of 22 titles
Peculiar Woods: The Ancient Underwater City
Andrews McMeel Kids
On his first night in his new town, Iggie gets lost in the woods, where he discovers he can speak to inanimate objects. He soon teams up with his blanket, Faye, a talking chair and yoga enthusiast named Boris, and a pair of spirited chess pieces, and sets out on a quest to help his new friends solve their problems.
Ring of Solomon
Aden Polydoros
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16 of 22 titles
Ring of Solomon
Inkyard Press
An exciting and adventurous middle-grade trilogy that follows a queer Jewish boy and his family as they try to halt apocalyptic chaos, drawing upon Jewish mythology to navigate magic, mayhem, and the search for pride in one’s identity.
She’s a Mensch! : Ten Amazing Jewish Women
Anne Dublin
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17 of 22 titles
She’s a Mensch! : Ten Amazing Jewish Women
Second Story Press
From the poorest neighborhoods in Kenya to the streets of New York City, the Jewish women found in these pages have accomplished remarkable feats. Some survived the horrors of the Holocaust while others had more peaceful childhoods, but all of them saw unfairness in their world and decided to do something about it.
Simon Sort of Says
Erin Bow
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18 of 22 titles
Simon Sort of Says
Disney Publishing Group
In this hilarious and heart-wrenching middle-grade novel, 12-year-old Simon O’Keeffe is famous for the worst thing that’s ever happened to him—but he’s determined to start fresh in his new town. So with the help of some unexpected friends, a service puppy in training, and a faked message from space, Simon sets out to say something new.
The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels
Beth Lincoln
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19 of 22 titles
The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels
Penguin Young Readers
Deliciously suspenseful and delightfully clever, The Swifts follows Shenanigan Swift—little sister, risk-taker, and mischief-maker—in this middle grade debut about a family reunion-turned-murder mystery. This celebration of words and individuality is packed with games, wordplay, and lots of mischief as Shenanigan sets out to save her family and define herself in a world where definitions are so important.
Water!: Why Every Drop Counts and How You Can Start Making Waves to Protect It
Lisa M. Gerry
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20 of 22 titles
Water!: Why Every Drop Counts and How You Can Start Making Waves to Protect It
National Geographic Kids
Water is fascinating! It’s also essential. Every living thing on Earth needs it, from blue whales to bacteria. But our planet is facing some serious water problems.
Fortunately, there is hope! By learning the ins and outs of important water issues and making small but powerful changes in our daily life, we can help protect the water that connects us all.
World’s Worst Time Machine
Dustin Brady
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21 of 22 titles
World’s Worst Time Machine
Andrews McMeel Kids
Life can be boring, but Liam and Elsa know how to create their own fun—or so they think. After finding a $3 time machine at a garage sale, Liam uses the machine to summon Thomas Edison for help with his book report. It's not until the time machine sends a different Thomas Edison from the 1930s that chaos ensues.
You’re Joking Me: Jokes for Kids by a Kid
William Daniel
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22 of 22 titles
You’re Joking Me: Jokes for Kids by a Kid
Revell
Written by a kid for kids, You're Joking Me is a hilarious collection of more than four hundred puns, riddles, one-liners, and knock-knock jokes that are sure to have kids (and their adults) laughing up a storm!
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