Magical Schools for Extraordinary Teens

Get the school year off to a heroic start with these young adult and middle-grade fiction titles about magical schools and institutions for extraordinary teens- and no, they’re not the one you’re thinking of!


Lightfall

Check out this magical middle grade graphic novel to discover an amazing new world. 


The Midnight Brigade

“The Midnight Brigade” is a whimsical middle-grade novel touching on themes like trust, friendship, and honesty. 


The Perfect Summer Sidekick

As the school year ends, kids and their families are gearing up for summer fun. Whether you are cooling down at the splash park or in search of a frozen treat, a book is the perfect summer sidekick. For early elementary and middle school kids, graphic novels are in high demand, and here are some (mostly) brand-new titles to enjoy. 


Amusing Middle Grade Books for Summer

Summer is upon us, and that means time for amusement parks! The rides. The food. The games. The calliope music (if that’s your thing). It’s magic. These middle grade titles perfectly capture the special hold such parks have on us.




Black-Authored Graphic Novels

Whether you prefer fast-paced action or funny slice-of-life, realistic fiction or sci-fi, these teen and middle grade graphic novels by Black authors have something for everyone! 


Independence Day Reads for Kids and Teens

What’s blue and white and read all over? Books, of course! Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has a wide selection of print and digital titles to commemorate the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4, 1776.