Category: Kid Lit Giveaways

We’re giving away three copies of Tasting Light: Ten Science Fiction Stories to Rewire Your Perceptions Edited by A.R. Capetta & Wade Roush and Straw House, Wood House, Brick House, Blow by Daniel Nayeri to three lucky Riot readers!

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Tasting Light: What does the future hold? Ten speculative short stories by leading young-adult authors imagine what the world could be through the lens of technologies emerging today. Edited by A.R. Capetta and Wade Roush.

Straw House, Wood House, Brick House, Blow: This bold collection of novellas by Daniel Nayeri features four modern riffs on classic genres that explore universally compelling themes such as identity and belonging, betrayal and friendship, love and mortality.

We’re giving away three copies of Stinetinglers by R.L. Stine to three lucky Riot readers!

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A collection of ten scary short stories by R.L. Stine, each one introduced by the master of horror himself! A boy who hates bugs starts to see them everywhere. A basketball player’s skin starts to almost drip off his hands—but no one else can see it. Three friends find a hole in the ground that just gets bigger, and bigger, and bigger . . . These chilling tales prove that Stine’s epic legacy in the horror genre is justly earned. Dive in, and beware: you might be sleeping with the lights on tonight!

We’re giving away three copies of The Antiracist Kid by Tiffany Jewell to three lucky Riot readers!

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New from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Book Is Anti-Racist, Tiffany Jewell, with art by Eisner-nominated illustrator Nicole Miles, The Antiracist Kid is the essential illustrated guide to antiracism for empowering the young readers in your life!

This must-have guide teaches young children the words, language, and methods to recognize racism and injustice—and what to do when they encounter it at home, at school, and in the media they watch, play, and read.

We’re giving away five copies of Build A House by Rhiannon Giddens to five lucky Riot readers!

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Written as a song to commemorate the 155th anniversary of Juneteenth—which was originally performed with famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma—and paired here with bold illustrations by painter Monica Mikai, Build a House tells the moving story of a people who would not be moved and the music that sustained them. Steeped in sorrow and joy, resilience and resolve, turmoil and transcendence, this dramatic debut offers a proud view of history and a vital message for readers of all ages: honor your heritage, express your truth, and let your voice soar, even—or perhaps especially—when your heart is heaviest.

We’re giving away three copies of Merci Suárez Plays It Cool by Meg Medina to three lucky Riot readers!

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For Merci Suárez, eighth grade means a new haircut, nighttime football games, and an out-of-town overnight field trip. At home, it means more chores and keeping an eye on Lolo as his health worsens. It’s a year filled with more responsibility and independence, but also with opportunities to reinvent herself. Whether Merci is facing school drama or changing family dynamics, readers will empathize as she discovers who she can count on—and what can change in an instant—in Meg Medina’s heartfelt conclusion to the trilogy that began with the Newbery Medal–winning novel.

We’re giving away three copies of Astrology for Black Girls by Jordannah Elizabeth to three lucky Riot readers!

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Ever wanted to unlock the secrets of the stars? Astrology for Black Girls is a charming introduction to the wonders of self-discovery and empowerment through the Zodiac. It’s the perfect introduction to the sun, moon, rising signs, and more. Speaking directly to Black girls, author and life-long astrology practitioner Jordannah Elizabeth addresses practicing both faith and astrology, how to talk to friends and family about astrology, and how to use the Zodiac for self-discovery and understanding. Complete with mystical illustrations and practical advice, this book is sure to become an enchanting staple in every young reader’s library!

We’re giving away three copies of Violet and Jobie in the Wild by Lynne Rae Perkins to three lucky Riot readers!

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Newbery Medal winner Lynne Rae Perkins introduces Violet and Jobie, two house mice exiled to the wilderness, in an exceptional read-aloud and read-alone for fans of classic animal stories like Stuart Little.

When sibling mice Violet and Jobie are caught in a trap, the young boy of the family pleads with his mother to release them. Now Violet and Jobie find themselves in tall grasses, under tall trees, surrounded by all kinds of unfamiliar scents and sounds and creatures. How will they survive?

This charming, generously illustrated animal adventure explores themes of friendship, family, bravery, and the meaning of home.

We’re giving away three copies of The Most Magnificent Idea by Ashley Spires to three lucky Riot readers!

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The Most Magnificent Idea is the story of a girl who loves to make things. Her brain is an “idea machine,” always so full of ideas, she can hardly keep up! But then, one day … it isn’t. She tries brainstorming, gathering new supplies, even jumping up and down on one foot to shake an idea loose. Nothing. What if she never has another idea again?

Readers everywhere will be rooting for their favorite thing-maker to get her mojo back!

We’re giving away three copies of Crunch by Kayla Miller to three lucky Riot readers!

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It’s no secret that Olive loves trying new things. Between taking guitar lessons, making a short film, joining Berry Scouts, and leading the charge on her school’s dress code reform, Olive has her hands full! But she enjoys being busy, so staying on track with her jam-packed schedule should be no problem…right?

As weeks fly by, it gets harder and harder for Olive to find time for her activities, never mind time for herself. Will she be able to accomplish her goals, or will all her sizzle turn to fizzle?