Dial Books

Both Sides Now: A Heartfelt Journey of Self-Discovery

This witty and warm-hearted novel delves into the complex world of a transgender teenager navigating love, identity, and the pressures of high school. Perfect for fans of *Red, White and Royal Blue*, *Both Sides Now* offers a compelling and relatable story that will resonate with readers of all ages.

Finch's Quest for His Place in the World

Finch Kelly, a high school senior, is on the cusp of a major life transition. His sights are set on the National Speech & Debate Tournament, a victory that would not only solidify his debating prowess but also serve as a springboard for his dream: attending college in Washington, D.C. and becoming the first transgender congressman. But Finch's carefully constructed plans begin to unravel as he encounters unexpected challenges.

Unexpected Feelings and Unforeseen Obstacles

Finch finds himself drawn to Jonah, his charming and captivating debate partner. This unexpected attraction throws Finch's previously held beliefs about his own sexuality into question, forcing him to confront his own identity and desires. Meanwhile, Finch's dream of attending college in D.C. hangs in the balance, as he grapples with the reality of college applications and the daunting need for a full-ride scholarship.

A Controversial Topic and a Defining Choice

This year's National Speech & Debate Tournament presents a particularly challenging topic: transgender rights. Finch, determined to secure the gold medal and secure his future, faces a harrowing decision: argue against his own identity and potentially compromise his values, or stand true to himself and risk losing everything he's worked for.

A Journey of Self-Acceptance and Embracing Authenticity

*Both Sides Now* is more than just a coming-of-age story; it's a powerful exploration of self-discovery and the courage it takes to embrace one's true self. Finch's journey is filled with moments of joy, heartbreak, and ultimately, triumph as he learns to navigate the complexities of identity, love, and the importance of standing up for what you believe in. This poignant and insightful novel reminds us that some things, like who we are and who we love, are not up for debate.

<p>High Five Hardcover</p>

<p>Discover the lost art of the high five and improve your slapping skills just in time for the annual high five contest! From hand-limbering stretches to lessons on five-ing with finesse, readers are guided through a series of interactive challenges, each goofier than the next. Acclaimed creative duo Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri have dreamed up another one-of-a-kind, laugh-out-loud book that kids will beg to read again and again.</p>

<p>The Sky Is Everywhere (Movie Tie-In)</p>

<p>Jandy Nelson's beloved, critically adored debut is now an Apple TV+ and A24 original film starring Jason Segel, Cherry Jones, Grace Kaufman, and Jacques Colimon.</p>

<p>“Both a profound meditation on loss and grieving and an exhilarating and very sexy romance." —NPR</p>

<p>Adrift after her sister Bailey’s sudden death, Lennie finds herself torn between quiet, seductive Toby—Bailey’s boyfriend who shares Lennie's grief—and Joe, the new boy in town who bursts with life and musical genius. Each offers Lennie something she desperately needs. One boy helps her remember. The other lets her forget. And she knows if the two of them collide, her whole world will explode.</p>

<p>As much a laugh-out-loud celebration of love as a nuanced and poignant portrait of loss, Lennie's struggle to sort her own melody out of the noise around her makes for an always honest, often uproarious, and absolutely unforgettable read.</p>

<p>Otto: A Palindrama</p>

<p>This absurdly clever and funny graphic novel, told entirely in palindromes, is created by World Palindrome Champion Jon Agee, author of Go Hang a Salami! I'm a Lasagna Hog!</p>

<p>Otto is having a very palindramatic day. His pet, Pip, has gone missing, and his search for the dog leads him deeper and deeper into a strange and perplexing world--full of talking owls, stacks of cats, storms and mazes, boats and trains and automobiles . . . oh my! Everything seems to be the same backward and forward, and Pip isn't sure he'll ever find his way home to Mom and Pop. But you, reader, will enjoy his Oz-like journey thoroughly.</p>

<p>My Book With No Pictures</p>

<p>Have you or your child ever wanted to write your own version of the 1 New York Times bestseller THE BOOK WITH NO PICTURES? Now is your chance, in this fill-in-the-blanks book that puts the power of words directly into your hands. Bonus sheet of nonsense stickers included! Words are amazing. They can be happy or sad, serious or goofy. And some of the best words of all are the ones that make you laugh--the ridiculous, preposterous words like those in THE BOOK WITH NO PICTURES. Now YOU can create some of those amazing words. YOU can write a book that makes grown-ups have to say silly things. Just fill in the blanks with whatever unusual, nonsensical words come to mind (or use the sticker sheet with its funny options). Then ask your favorite adult to read your book to you, and laugh and laugh at YOUR book with no pictures!</p>

<p>Shirley And Jamila Save Their Summer (Shirley &amp; Jamila)</p>

<p>Jamila Waheed is staring down a lonely summer in a new neighbourhood - until she meets Shirley Bones. Sure, Shirley's a little strange, but both girls need a new plan for the summer, and they might as well become friends. Then this kid Oliver shows up begging for Shirley's help. His pet gecko has disappeared, and he's sure it was stolen! That's when Jamila discovers Shirley's secret: She's the neighbourhood's best kid detective, and she's on the case. When Jamila discovers she's got some detective skills of her own, a crime-solving partnership is born. The mystery of the missing gecko turns Shirley and Jamila's summer upside down. And when their partnership hits a rough patch, they have to work together to solve the greatest mystery of all: What it means to be a friend.</p>

<p>It’s Only Stanley</p>

<p>Fans of Jon Klassen and Oliver Jeffers will love this mischievously funny read-aloud from award-winning author/illustrator Jon Agee</p>

<p>Mysterious noises keep waking up the Wimbledon family. "That's very odd," says Mr. Wimbledon each time, but when he returns from checking on the sounds, he's always reassuring: "It's only Stanley; he's fixing the oil tank." "It's only Stanley; he's clearing the bathtub drain."</p>

<p>But what Stanley the dog is actually doing while his oblivious family goes back to bed is deliciously absurd: he's turning the house into a rocket ship to zoom himself and his family to another planet for an alien encounter. This is a perfect rhyming read-aloud for fans of irreverent tales like&nbsp;Click Clack Moo&nbsp;and&nbsp;I Want My Hat Back.</p>

<p>I Am Walt Disney (Ordinary People Change The World)</p>

<p>This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great - the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This volume features Walt Disney, who makes dreams come true for himself and countless kids around the world.</p>

<p>See You In The Cosmos</p>

<p>"I haven't read anything that has moved me this much since&nbsp;Wonder."&nbsp;--Jennifer Niven, author of&nbsp;All the Bright Places</p>

<p>A space-obsessed boy and his dog, Carl Sagan, take a journey toward family, love, hope, and awe in this funny and moving novel for fans of&nbsp;Counting by 7s,&nbsp;Walk Two Moons, and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.</p>

<p>11-year-old Alex Petroski loves space and rockets, his mom, his brother, and his dog Carl Sagan--named for his hero, the real-life astronomer. All he wants is to launch his golden iPod into space the way Carl Sagan (the man, not the dog) launched his Golden Record on the Voyager spacecraft in 1977. From Colorado to New Mexico, Las Vegas to L.A., Alex records a journey on his iPod to show other lifeforms what life on earth,&nbsp;his&nbsp;earth, is like. But his destination keeps changing. And the funny, lost, remarkable people he meets along the way can only partially prepare him for the secrets he'll uncover--from the truth about his long-dead dad to the fact that, for a kid with a troubled mom and a mostly not-around brother, he has way more family than he ever knew.</p>

<p>Jack Cheng's debut is full of joy, optimism, determination, and unbelievable heart. To read the first page is to fall in love with Alex and his view of our big, beautiful, complicated world. To read the last is to know he and his story will stay with you a long, long time.</p>

<p>"Stellar."&nbsp;--Entertainment Weekly

"Life-embracing."&nbsp;--The Wall Street Journal

"Works beautifully."&nbsp;--The New York Times Book Review

"Irresistible."&nbsp;--The Chicago Tribune

"The best I've read in a long, long time."&nbsp;--Holly Goldberg Sloan, author of&nbsp;Counting by 7s

"Riveting, inspiring, and sometimes hilarious."&nbsp;--Kirkus, starred review

"A propulsive stream-of-conscious dive."&nbsp;--Publishers Weekly, starred review

"A gift--a miracle."&nbsp;--Paul Griffin, author&nbsp;When Friendship Followed Me Home

"Exuberant."&nbsp;--Booklist

"Full of the real kind of magic."&nbsp;--Ally Condie, author of&nbsp;Matched

"Absorbing, irresistible."&nbsp;--Common Sense Media

"Incredible."&nbsp;--BookRiot

"Full of innocence and unwavering optimism."&nbsp;--SLC

"Inspiring."&nbsp;--Time for Kids

"Powerfully affirms our human capacity for grace and love and understanding."&nbsp;--Gary D. Schmidt, author of&nbsp;Okay for Now</p>