Preview exciting fall 2025 eGalleys from Capstone!

We’ve partnered with Capstone and NetGalley* to provide digital access to 15 upcoming nonfiction and fiction titles releasing January 1, 2026. You’ll want to take advantage of this early access so you can then preorder the titles you love on Titlewave®!

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Just Like Rabbit

By Katy Hudson

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classification: Fiction

It was spring. Rabbit's season to shine. But this year, Frog was taking over. He had always wanted to be just like Rabbit. He already had the hops, and the rest he could learn with the help of his friends. But when disaster strikes, Frog must decide who he's really meant to be. With her stunning illustrations and relatable storytelling, best-selling author-illustrator Katy Hudson seamlessly weaves themes of friendship, self-acceptance, personal growth, and self-worth into this heartwarming picture book.

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How to Teach Your Monster the ABCs

By Christianne Jones

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classification: Fiction

On a blah kind of day, a young girl and her pet monster decide a bike ride is just the thing to cure their boredom blues. But oh no! A school worksheet that needs to be completed threatens to put a damper on their fun. Where will their adventure take them when the quick-thinking duo turns a simple outing into an epic ABC scavenger hunt? With playful wit and charming rhymes, award-winning author Christianne Jones introduces young pre-readers to the concept of phonemic awareness.

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Octavio

By Dustin Resch

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classification: Fiction

Curious Octavio is not your average young octopus. Instead of staying hidden in his coral reef, his nosiness gets the better of him, and he pops out to observe the divers who are observing him! Told in hilarious mockumentary style, this is the tale of Octavio and his octopus "superpowers" – including his talent for getting out of tight situations! Scuba diver and debut author-illustrator Dustin Resch shares the charming story of a little octopus who hitches a ride on a diver's tank and goes on an unexpected adventure.

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Batman Is Brave, and So Are You!

By Benjamin Bird

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classifications: Fiction, Comics, Graphic Novels, Manga

In this inspiring DC Super Heroes picture book, a young boy and Batman both face their fears in parallel journeys of bravery. The boy takes on the daunting challenge of speaking on Sharing Day just as the Caped Crusader works to thwart a destructive scheme constructed by the Joker. Demonstrating actionable steps such as breathing, positive self-talk, and asking for help, our two heroes show that bravery isn't about feeling unafraid, but keeping calm and preserving in the face of fear – no matter how big or small. An encouraging read perfect for reminding young readers of their own special superpower: being brave!

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The Declaration of Independence

By Amy Maranville

Audience: Upper Elementary

Classifications: Nonfiction, History

In the summer of 1776, Thomas Jefferson was writing what came to be one of America's most important and famous documents – the Declaration of Independence. It announced that the 13 American colonies were free from British rule. But there's more behind the Declaration's faded parchment paper and ink. Young readers will be fascinated as they discover details about the Declaration's creation, its impact around the world, and what the symbolic document means today. Infographics, activities, sidebars, and historical photos help to push student understanding beyond the basics.

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The Dynamic DC Origin Story

By Benjamin Harper

Audience: Upper Elementary

Classifications: Nonfiction, Comics, Graphic Novels, Manga

Everyone knows Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman. But do you know when they were created, who brought them to life, and how they’ve evolved over the years? The answers to all of these questions and more lie with DC, the legendary company that helped launch the "Big 3" and all the other heroes and baddies within their Super Hero universe. Packed with unique information, historical photos, and dynamic illustrations from more than eight decades of Super Hero character creation, this book gives readers a unique behind-the-scenes look at how DC brought their favorite characters to life in comic books, on TV shows, and in movies.

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World Cup Close-Up

By Kurt Waldendorf

Audience: Upper Elementary

Classifications: Nonfiction, Sports

Soccer is the most popular sport in the world, and the World Cup is a dramatic tournament that pits the most elite teams against one another. Readers can explore a crash course on soccer's biggest event. When did it start, and how has it changed over the years? How are teams from 215 nations whittled down to the final 48? Explore stadiums, meet players, and take a seat in front of the world's greatest stage!

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Would You Rather Smash a Home Run or Pitch a Perfect Game?

By Matt Chandler

Audience: Upper Elementary

Classifications: Nonfiction, Sports

Would you rather be a starting pitcher or a closer? Would you rather crush a home run in an All-Star Game or hit a double in the World Series? Young readers will love answering these and other questions about pro baseball. From astonishing plays to star players and legendary teams, everything kids love about the sport is covered!

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Cutest Cats of All Time

By Mari Bolte

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classification: Nonfiction

Cats are purr-fect! Some cats are super playful. Some have adorably big ears. Others are fabulously fluffy. But which one is the C.O.A.T – Cutest of All Time? Each cat breed is scored in three cute categories, allowing readers to compare the totals of 16 cat breeds to find out the winner.

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Whose Furry Butt Is That?

By Christianne Jones

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classification: Nonfiction

Some butts are hairy. Some butts are smooth. Some have stripes, and some are bright red. In this interactive book, readers are encouraged to identify animals based on photos of their behinds and three clues. After turning the page, they’ll find out if their guess is right and learn even more about animals with shaggy, sleek, or bulky butts from around the world.

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Parker Poop’s Icky, Sticky Sewer System Journey

By Jamee-Marie Edwards

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classification: Nonfiction

Follow along as Parker Poop goes from the toilet bowl to the sewer pipe to the water treatment plant and beyond. Engaging and packed with facts, this book takes readers on a step-by-step illustrated adventure to uncover the icky, sticky journey through the sewer system.

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Extraordinary Eliana and the Magnificent Hmong New Year

By V.T. Bidania

Audience: Lower Elementary

Classification: Fiction

It's Hmong New Year, and everyone in Eliana's family has an important task to perform – everyone except Eliana, that is. She wants to help – and TRIES to help – but she keeps being told "no." Is Eliana too small to do ANYTHING to help get ready for the New Year?

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The Spy in the Library

By Bryan Patrick Avery

Audience: Upper Elementary

Classifications: Fiction, Mystery, Thrillers

The Junior Spies are at it again! This time, their mission is to memorize a name written inside a magic book. But Kat and Harry soon discover the name is encrypted with a cipher. Can they crack the code before a R.A.V.E.N. agent steals the book? Young readers will find out in this hi/lo spy adventure! With a high-interest topic and text written below the targeted grade level, every book in the Junior Spies series supports phonics skills and fosters reading success.

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Love Potion Commotion

By Kristen Aguilar

Audience: Upper Elementary

Classification: Fiction

Being a witch doesn't mean you're immune to boy problems, as Nina learns when it comes to her crush on David, a new boy at school. Despite David's friendly behavior, Nina finds herself too nervous to talk to him, let alone ask him to the upcoming school dance. That is, until she comes up with a solution – a love potion. Nina is sure the spell will solve her problems, but things quickly spiral out of control, with some unintended consequences. Can Nina figure out a solution before the commotion gets worse?

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Going Viral

By Emma Carlson Berne

Audience: Upper Elementary

Classification: Fiction

When 12-year-old Hannah finds herself spending the summer at the Gentle Barn Horse Rescue, she doesn't expect to enjoy it – or make a new friend. After all, with her social anxiety, talking to new people doesn't come easily. But when the rescue faces financial issues, Hannah must team up with her new friend, Kiara, and overcome her anxiety if she wants to save the rescue she's come to love.

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