In collaboration with DK Books, we are so excited to share our upcoming title The Reading Adventure: 100 Books to Check Out Before You’re 12, out October 18, 2022!

Whether you’re young or young at heart, there’s something here for every kind of reader. Check out the cover illustrated by Ruth Burrows below, as well as several spreads from the book, which features art by Katherine Ahmed, Jake Alexander, Tequitia Andrews, Ruth Burrows, and Janeen Constantino. You can preorder the book here!

Discover the world with this carefully curated list from We Need Diverse Books.

Check out 100 must-read books to try before you’re 12! Packed with reviews, recommendations, and exclusive author interviews, The Reading Adventure: 100 Books To Check Out Before You’re 12 will inspire young readers to discover books beyond the curriculum.

From mystery to autobiography, the book is organized by genre, so you can jump to the section that interests you the most. Each entry has a key theme box so you can immediately see if the book is something you’ll enjoy. Simple biblio information is listed so you can decide whether to tackle a longer read, or choose something more bite-sized with pictures. Helpful signposts lead readers to another book the author thinks they’ll enjoy. Hidden gems, award-winners, classics, and current bestsellers are brought to life by vibrant illustrations. There’s truly something for everyone!