Two years after the Katabuchi family incident, I find myself back at Kurihara's, eleven new floor plans in hand. At first glance, the houses seem completely unrelated, yet we can't deny that something uncanny connects them. One thing in particular stands out--a hallway that leads to nowhere. Could this be the key that unlocks the mystery of these eleven new strange houses?

A story of friendship, first crushes, opera and the high drama of middle school told by award-winning Kyo Maclear in her debut graphic novel.Somewhere in the universe, there is the perfect tune for you.It’s almost the end of middle school, and Charlie has to find her perfect song for a music class assignment. But it’s hard for Charlie to concentrate when she can’t stop noticing her classmate Emile, or wondering about Luka, who has...

From the author of the Caldecott Honor-winning NOODLES ON A BICYCLE comes a poetic celebration of doing... not much at all.Have you ever felt like becoming a perch for passing birds? Or curling into the corneriest corner you can find? Maybe you’ve imagined yourself as a sleepy monument or even a sea sponge at the bottom of the ocean. If you have, then you’re ready to discover the magic of doing nothing at all.Told in Kyo Maclear's signature lyrical voice, a...

I've always had a fascination with the occult; you might even call it my specialty. I've been brought in as a consultant on many supernatural and strange mysteries. But nothing could have prepared me for this house. It seemed so ordinary at first, except for that one room. It had no doors, no windows, and was tucked away, leaving anyone to think it was just a wall. I knew that there was something more to it. It shouldn't be there, it shouldn't exist, and yet... Just what is this house, and...

A debut poetry collection about reconciling with oneself and learning to love, through a youthful, queer diasporic Korean lensLotus flowers, youthful hunger, and other temporary beauties intertwine to tell this coming-of-age story, a set of pulsating poems that move toward a distant memory or a flaming future.Kyo Lee's intimate debut poetry collection is simultaneously a vulnerable confession and a micro study of macro topics including lineage, family, war,...

A boy and his trusty sled embark on a wintry adventure to find a magical tree in a children's book " full of warmth and cheer" ( School Library Journal).Charles wants to find a wish tree. His brother and sister don't believe there is such a thing, but his trusty companion Boggan is ready to join Charles on a journey to find out. And along the way, they discover that wishes can come true in the most unexpected ways.With poetic text ...

**A vibrant historical picture book about Tokyo's bicycle food deliverers, or demae, who balanced towering trays of steaming hot noodles on their shoulders while navigating crowded city streets.A CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK • A Charlotte Zolotow Honor Book • A BOOKPAGE, KIRKUS REVIEWS, AND HORN BOOK BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR**When the deliverymen set off in the morning, the children wait for the flicker of pedal and wheel. It's the demae-- delivery men-- setting off ...

When Virginia wakes up feeling "wolfish," her sister, Vanessa, tries to cheer her up. After treats, funny faces and other efforts fail, Vanessa begins to paint a glorious mural depicting the world of the sisters' imagination. Will it help lift Virginia from her doldrums?

A humorous “multi-cutlery” tale about how Spork — half spoon, half fork — finally finds his place at the table. A charming story for anyone who has ever wondered about their place in the world.

The Liszts make lists. They make lists most usual and lists most unusual. They make lists in winter, spring, summer and fall. They make lists every day except Sundays, which are listless. Mama Liszt, Papa Liszt, Winifred, Edward, Frederick and Grandpa make lists all day long. So does their cat. Then one day a visitor arrives. He's not on anyone's list. Will the Liszts be able to make room on their lists for this new visitor? How will they handle something unexpected arising? Kyo Maclear's ...

We paid Yuzuki's mother a visit and learned all about the Katabuchi family's dark past. The truth horrified us, but the family's haunting tale is still being spun. The ritual known as the "left-hand memorial service" binds them to this day, but Keita is determined to save Ayano--even if it means risking his own life...

The deeper Kotoko delves into the Tobishima family murder, the murkier the circumstances become. Ryuko Tobishima, the matriarch and widow behind the black veil, emerges as a possible suspect after her late husband's extramarital affair is discovered. Her son and granddaughter are astounded, but they can't deny the evidence presented by Kotoko. Will the family finally receive a dignified closure-or will they live with a legacy steeped in shame?