Mysteries & Detective Stories - Kids Fiction

Join the Blessing Boys on an inspiring journey of hard work, resilience, and uncovering the beauty of God's creation in unexpected places. During a routine yard clean-up at their grandma's house, the Blessing Boys--Ty, London, Judah, and Zion--discover a mysterious map. Armed with their...

Perfect for fans of The Great British Baking Show and Clue, this enchanting and rollicking follow-up to The Cookie Crumbles follows two best friends caught up in a twisty mystery when jewels go missing at a high-stakes baking competition.Baker extraordinaire Laila Thomas and budding...

The spine-chilling next installment in the middle-grade horror series based on Nickelodeon's hit show Are You Afraid of the Dark? from YA horror sensation Danielle Valentine. Everyone wants a Ms. Mabel doll. And the dolls want something in return... Ms. Mabel's Doll Emporium can...

Timmy and his friend Norman decided to camp in the backyard for a night of adventure. Just as they drifted offto sleep, a sudden, alarming noise jolted them awake! Their hearts pounded as they wondered if it was a ghost or something even more...

Takatsuki's estranged cousin Hiroto reaches out to him. Apparently, a growth has appeared on his fiancee's shoulder-and it's taking the shape of a face! But the moment they meet her, she yells "Master Tengu" and runs over...! Then, on the website they use to...

Take one last dive into the pages of Hazel's casebook and solve six new mini mysteries in this "smashing" (Booklist) short story collection companion to the internationally bestselling Murder Most Unladylike series! Between solving high-profile murder mysteries, Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong tackle many...

Pearl has lived a secluded life with her father for as long as she can remember. Other than attending Badger Middle School, Pearl has very limited contact with the outside world. Her dad keeps her close by his side. Pearl is not allowed to...

Introducing The Famous Five to younger readers with this NEWLY-CREATED story for children aged 5 and up! When the Five go to the village show, they find themselves in the heart of a storm! Can they help find the prize that has mysteriously disappeared?...

The Boxcar Children are helping harvest honey at a farm one of Grandfather's friends owns. They're excited to learn about bees and eat fresh honey. But then several mishaps occur--is someone trying to ruin the harvest?Author: Gertrude Chandler WarnerISBN-10: 0807508241ISBN-13: 9780807508244Publisher: Random House Books...

From the bestselling author of The Inheritance Games comes a pulse-pounding YA thriller full of power plays, romantic tension, and sinister plots, perfect for fans of Elite and One of Us is Lying. When Tess Kendrick is sent to stay with her older sister...

Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny have never been to a drive-in movie theater before, but they're visiting a friend who owns one. The children love to eat popcorn in the car and watch movies under the stars. But strange pranks are disrupting the fun--one...

The Aldens agree to help Grandfather's friend fix up Skeleton Point, an old mansion. But they never expected what they would find on the grounds of this dilapidated estate. Skeleton Point is filled with old skeletons belonging to its former owner, and townspeople have...

When a neighbor's cat goes missing in Greenfield, the Boxcar Children are on the case! But with odd phone calls and look-alike cats turning up, there might be more going on than meets the eye. Can they find Spotzie--and get to the bottom of...

The Aldens visit San Francisco! While sightseeing down by the docks, they learn that someone has been cutting nets and causing trouble for the local fisherman. Can the Aldens discover who is trying to shut down the fishing business before the fisherman have to...

The Aldens are spending spring break on a beach, but they aren't just soaking up the sun. They're protecting an endangered species! Their job is to mark sea turtle nests so the eggs can be moved to a safe place to hatch, but someone...

Nominated for the prestigious Edgar Allan Poe Award of the Mystery Writers of America An ALA Top Ten Best Book for Young Adults Award-winning author and poet Mel Glenn presents a unique mystery told through a series of free verse poems. When popular Tower...

Can a sea dog baker and a brave merpup solve the mystery of the sunken fishing boat before it's too late? When Walter the baker (and brave sea dog!) discovers his friend Big Boris is being blamed for sinking a village fishing boat, he...

This sequel to the New York Times bestselling book The Mystery of Locked Rooms follows the beloved Deltas as they race to complete the most challenging escape room they've ever faced...and confront their fears in order to save their friendship.When a strange invitation shows...

Timmi and his friends enjoy Christmas break when they find a mysterious package. Whoever left it needs help ... and a little Christmas miracle.Author: B. Vitale, J. I. WagnerISBN-10: 3963267003ISBN-13: 9783963267000Publisher: Evergreen BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/31/2022Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 9.13h x 6.14w x 0.47d

When a stock-pile of confiscated classroom items go missing, (self-appointed) seventh grade PI Maya is on the case. From the New York Times bestelling author of Kill the Boy Band comes a whip-smart middle grade debut and the start of a sharp cul-du-sac crime-solving...

When the prized school mascot mysteriously vanishes, it sends the students of River Bridge Middle School into a frenzy.Molly and Aaron, along with their perfect records, find themselves as suspects, along with an unsuspecting crew of fellow classmates.With false leads, cryptic clues, and a...

The Detention Detectives may have solved their last mystery, but when a local teen disappears they suddenly realize the cases are connected. The problem is . . . Star Trek superfan DANIEL takes the lead, but his anger towards their main suspect might be...

Author: Penny BoxallISBN-10: 024165744XISBN-13: 9780241657447Publisher: Puffin BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/13/2025Pages: 368Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 7.80h x 5.10w x 0.80d

Margo is not your average ten-year-old. She's a junior detective with a knack for solving mysteries that leave even the adults stumped!Join Margo as she jumps into thrilling adventures - from tracking down a runaway to tailing a mysterious spy. With her quick thinking,...

Twelve-year-old Martin Jessup, teller of tall tales and other untruths, cannot understand his sister's objections to the family's move from Winnipeg to small-town Ontario. With Dad in the military, moving is a fact of life. Settling into his new home, Martin is intrigued by...

Author: Terry WhiteISBN-10: 3907656083ISBN-13: 9783907656082Publisher: T.W. PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/14/2024Pages: 34Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Eileen ChristyISBN-13: 9798230435068Publisher: Pn.BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/11/2025Pages: 98Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.31lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d

"It's a mystery, but it's so much more than that. . . . Read it!" --Nizrana Farook, author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant When her older brother, Karthik--Kay-Kay, the golden child of the family--heads to camp for two weeks, Lena's parents begin...

Author: Souill? Laurent &. OlivierISBN-10: 1601157444ISBN-13: 9781601157447Publisher: Treasure BayLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/01/2025Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.21h x 5.98w x 0.39d

The winter carnival is underway at Snow Haven Lodge! The Boxcar Children are competing in several events, like skiing and snow sculpture building. But when skis go missing and snow sculptures are smashed, it seems someone might be trying to ruin the competition. Will...

The first three books in 'Deidra Ann Adventures' by Teter Keyes, now available in one volume!Lost Lamb: Deidra Ann is a twelve-year-old girl, living with her grandmother and aunt in the 1960s. She's never met her mother, and behind their house is a forest...

The Whispering Forest is a happy and magical place where animals live in peace. But one day, something very important goes missing, and the forest starts to feel sad and quiet.Detective Bamboo, a smart and friendly panda, decides to solve the big mystery. With...

Do you have what it takes to be the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello's epic gaming empire? Find out in this fantabulous finale to the beloved, New York Times Bestselling Mr. Lemoncello's Library series!Mr. Lemoncello's ENTIRE game-making empire is up for grabs!It's time for...

A whoopee cushion turns deadly in this new middle-grade mystery from acclaimed author Vicki Grant. The best Halloween costumes. The funniest pranks. An endless supply of chocolate fudge that looks exactly like dog poo. Most kids would love it if their parents owned a...

Get ready to embark on an incredible journey through the most fascinating and mysterious stories of the sea, perfect for curious young explorers and adventure lovers alike! Exciting Tales: Discover legendary shipwrecks, daring expeditions, and mysterious disappearances that captivate the imagination. Real-life Adventures: Each...

Better Nate than Ever meets Love Sugar Magic in this fourth and final novel in the Fearless middle grade series from Hamilton and Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez about a young thespian and emerging influencer whose social media gets hacked. Twelve-year-old April DaSilva loves performing--and...

Robbie Raines is a budding young detective-in-the-making. When a famous singer, known for her jewelry collection, is found dead, rumors swirl that her death was actually murder. Robbie is determined to find out who did it. After befriending the late woman's family, Robbie discovers...

When was the last time a book swept you away? 5 Stars! "My 11 yr. old granddaughter loved this book (and the rest of the books in the series). She raved about it so much that her college grad sister decided to read it...

Ethan and Matt receive a call for help from Lisa Moser, whose mom runs the "Skywalk Zoo". Recently, the animals at the Zoo have been taking turns in behaving weirdly and aggressively, scaring visitors away. The police are no help and if Lisa doesn't...

When was the last time a book kept you up reading late into the night . . . under the covers . . . with a flashlight? 5 Stars! "My 12-year-old son loved this book."-S.J., Amazon Reviewer 5 Stars! "My 13 year-old daughter loves...

Do you remember the last time a book swept you away? 5 Stars! "Great read for teens. My son loves reading this."-Cynthia, Amazon Reviewer ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 5 Stars! "Magnificent mystery. I have just a handful of mystery authors that I recommend...

Angus, Hamish, and Bodhi are scouting for a movie location and the overgrown yard of the mysterious Scream House fits the bill perfectly. Yet, all is not as it seems. Angus finds himself in the middle of a nasty dispute, the adults are all...

In this hilarious mystery series, Squishy Taylor is a cheeky, sneaky 11-year-old who lives with her dad and step-family in a very crowded apartment. Luckily for Squishy, their building is huge, and there's always plenty of weird stuff going on Whether it's cranky Mr....

The Aldens hope to find the treasure hidden at Peacock Hall. But when a face appears in a window, they realize there may be more than just one mystery to the mansion!Author: Gertrude Chandler WarnerISBN-10: 0807554456ISBN-13: 9780807554456Publisher: Random House Books for Young ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Cam Jansen, her friends, and their parents are at school for a book fair. Everyoneas favorite mystery writer, Jim E. Winter, is also there, signing books. During the signing, Dannyas parents discover their car is missing. Was it stolen? Jim E. Winter thinks he...

Introduce a new generation of readers to the Boxcar Children with this classic Step into Reading leveled reader boxed set, featuring the first four books in the series. Perfect for new readers ages 4-6! Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden are four brave siblings...

With a 100% success rate, it is no wonder The LaRue Detective Agency has become the investigators to call at The Biltmore. But could the recipe robbery become Elodie's own recipe for disaster? Biltmore resident, Chef Sebastian, plans to open a new pastry shop...

Ben and Becky are on another adventure, and this time it's an African safari With their new friend, Kami, they go out to see wild animals in their natural habitats. They also tour a wildlife sanctuary where injured and orphaned animals are being cared...

Behold, a great detective who thrills the world solving impossible cases in no time! His name? Keiichiro Nagumo. ...But all of that was over a decade ago. Now he's just your typical middle-aged dude. Nagumo is behind the times to the point that he...

A collection of wintery crime and mystery stories by thirteen of the most exciting and diverse authors in children's books today! Co-edited by Serena Patel, the award-winning author of the Anisha: Accidental Detective series and by Robin Stevens, author of the bestselling Murder Most...