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$35.00
Mother’s Day Story Tile Workshop with Local Artist Anna Alter
Join Anna Alter for a hands-on ceramic tile workshop for kids and caregivers. Design and illustrate your own tile, fired in time for Mother's Day on April 26th.
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$19.99
The Hybrid Prince (Wings of Fire, Book 16)
"In-Store Pick-up" book orders available for pick up at The Academy of Music on 3/7! Text 413-200-0197 with questions. New Wings of Fire book revealed.
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$14.99
Little Blue Truck's Beep-Along Book
Interactive board book featuring Little Blue Truck and farm animal friends. Kids can sing, play, and beep along with Blue's horn. Perfect for playtime and storytime.
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$12.99
Big Nate: Code Red!
Meet Nate Wright, the mischievous sixth-grader known for his hilarious schemes and unique approach to friendship. In Big Nate: Code Red, Nate faces challenges on the soccer field, in school, and even launches a new podcast. With his friends by his side, Nate is determined to overcome any obstacle in his way.
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$25.99
Bad Kid (A Graphic Memoir): My Life as a "Troubled Teen"
Graphic memoir about a teen's harrowing experience in the troubled teen industry, exploring the impact of labels and the power of art in healing.
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$18.99
Bad Kid (A Graphic Memoir): My Life as a "Troubled Teen"
Graphic memoir exposing the troubled teen industry, following Sofia's harrowing experience in behavioral correction facilities. Explores lasting impact of labels through dark humor and intimate storytelling.
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$29.00
Adult Braces: Driving Myself Sane
Join Lindy West on a hilarious road trip as she navigates her way out of rock bottom, reinventing her marriage and rediscovering herself along the way.
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$19.95
The Marvelous Doctors for Magical Creatures
Join Ava and her dads, THE MARVELOUS DOCTORS FOR MAGICAL CREATURES, as they solve mysteries and embrace differences in this inclusive picture book.
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$6.99
The Kids in Mrs. Z's Class: Sebastian Metzger Solves a Sticky Situation
Join Sebastian in Mrs. Z’s wacky third grade class! When a new book gets ruined, he must find a way to save it. A heartwarming story with funny moments.
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$19.99
I Was a Teenage Death God
High schooler Charlie has the power to steal seconds of life with a touch. With a ghostly bully controlling them, their search for answers leads to dark discoveries.
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$14.99
Butt or Face? Volume 4: Ador-A-Butts!
Guess if you're looking at a butt or a face in "Butt or Face? Volume 4- Adora-Butts"! Learn about cute animals and their sneaky tricks.
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$6.99
Gracie Wei #1: You're a Winner, Gracie Wei
Meet Gracie Wei, a determined fourth grader ready to win her school's spelling bee! Can she outsmart her rival and earn her place on the family wall?
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$18.99
A Girl Like Her (Ravenswood, 1)
"Autistic Ruth Kabbah, a black sheep in Ravenswood, meets calm Evan Miller. Will she trust him with her past, or keep her heart safe alone?"
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$9.99
Dragon Girl and the Awakened Flames (Deluxe Edition)
Orphan girl with dragon blood faces evil sorcerer to stop him from attaining immortality, must control her powers to save her kingdom.
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$10.99
How Do Dinosaurs Go from A to Z?
Discover the alphabet with dinosaurs in this oversized board book from the bestselling series! Rhyming text, phonetic spellings, and fun activities included.
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$9.99
The Academy V: Cup of Nations
Leo faces his toughest challenge yet as he leads his underdog U15 national team in the Cup of Nations. Can he unite the team and win on home soil? The action-packed fifth book in The Academy series.
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📅 Pre-Orders
$19.99
Rialto
Pre-order a signed copy for an exclusive sticker! Two sisters discover mystery and magic in a small town with an abandoned amusement park.
$19.99
Mac Wears a Hat
Discover the infectiously positive book about Mac and her collection of hats, celebrating kindness, positivity, and self-expression!
$7.99
Defending the Swamp Dragon: A Branches Book
Dragon Masters Drake and Worm join Obi to rescue the Swamp Dragon mistaken for a monster. Will they save the village from the real threat lurking in the swamp? Art-filled action for young readers!
$14.99
Opting Out
Award-winning author of GENDER QUEER & a new talent tell the story of Saachi navigating friendship, sister issues, crushes & challenging gender norms.
$19.99
Heartstopper #6: A Graphic Novel
NYT & Sunday Times Bestselling Author of Heartstopper Forever. Boy meets boy, falls in love in LGBTQ+ graphic novel series.Netflix movie coming soon.
$15.99
Lightfall #4: A Place Between: A Graphic Novel
In Lightfall Book 4, Bea, Cad, and friends venture deeper into the magical world of Irpa, facing new challenges and uncovering ancient secrets.
$18.99
Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story
A touching story by Lesléa Newman explores grief, friendship, and Jewish customs through the eyes of a young girl attending her first shiva.
$13.99
Cloud Puppy #3: The Pup Days of Summer
Cloud Puppy and friends go on summer adventures at the amusement park, where Cloud Puppy helps Mossquatch overcome his fear of roller coasters.
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Books Popular With Our Staff
Every Day I Read: 53 Ways to Get Closer to Books
Reflections on the joy of reading and the value of immersing oneself in books, with insightful essays on the relationship between reading and life.
$27.99
The Murderbot Diaries #1: All Systems Red
Murderous android questions its consciousness in Martha Wells' award-winning novella All Systems Red. A thrilling sci-fi adventure exploring AI.
$16.99
Of Monsters and Mainframes
Spaceship Demeter must battle Dracula with a team of monsters to stop paranormal murders & save her passengers from ultimate evil in this queer sci-fi horror adventure.
$18.95
Main Street: A Community Story About Redlining
Discover how redlining impacted a young girl's neighborhood in this powerful picture book on racism, community, and resilience. Join in on the fight for change!
$18.99
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Birthday Party at High Five Books!
Book our studio for your reader’s 90-minute birthday party for up to 10 guests, plus siblings/caregivers. We provide a host, activities, and reading nooks. You bring snacks, treats, and decor. Add-ons available. Choose from Friday evening, Saturday afternoon, or Sunday morning parties. Contact us for more details!
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Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire
Welcome to Foxfire where Verity Vox, a witch-in-training, must break a curse and uncover the mystery lurking in the ancient Appalachian hills before it's too late.
$18.99
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Absolutely Everything: A Graphic Novel
In this funny and thoughtful graphic novel, Marcella navigates sixth grade, ADHD, and changes in her life that are stressing her out.
$17.99
Everything Grows in Jiddo's Garden
Join a young Palestinian girl as she tends to her Jiddo's garden, learning about family, identity, and the enduring connection to their homeland.
$19.95
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A World Without Summer: A Volcano Erupts, A Creature Awakens, and the Sun Goes Out
A catastrophic eruption altered global climate, inspiring Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. A tale of climate change, human folly, and hope when the world goes wrong.
$19.99
The Last Resort
Join Lila in The Last Resort as she uncovers her Grandpa's murder in a haunted inn. Can she stop evil spirits from escaping into our world?
$17.99
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What Will I Do if I Miss You?: A Picture Book for Separation Anxiety
A heartwarming picture book by Melissa T. Shultz, based on a true story, helps children cope with separation anxiety using self-soothing techniques.
$17.99
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The Pink Pajamas: A Story About Love and Loss
A heartfelt story about a young girl honoring her aunt's memory by wearing the pink pajamas she sewed for her, exploring love, loss, and remembrance.
$19.99
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The Game Master's Guide to Fantasy Mapmaking: Draw Immersive Maps for Dungeons & Dragons and Other Role-Playing Games
Dive into the magical world of fantasy cartography with Cody James King's comprehensive guide. Learn to create intricate maps for gaming or worldbuilding!
$26.99
A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping
A witch seeks to restore her lost powers with the help of a historian, while running an inn and navigating magical Guild politics.
$19.00
We Could Be Magic
A YA graphic novel about a girl's summer job at a theme park where she must overcome obstacles to find her own happily ever after.
$17.99
Bug Theory
Emet's comic about embracing trans identity through bugs, blending bug facts with gender exploration and personal insights.
$20.00
Buy Corrie's Book!
High Five bookseller, Corrie, wrote a book and we're super proud!
The Revolution Will Be Well Fed: Recipes for Creating Community
"The Revolution Will Be Well Fed by Corrie Locke-Hardy is a baking book that connects delicious recipes with social justice and community activism."
*GIFT BOX BUNDLE* The Revolution Will Be Well Fed: Recipes for Creating Community
"The Revolution Will Be Well Fed Gift Box Bundle includes book, custom cake tester, 4 napkins, Cozy Season tea, measurement conversion print, and stickers! Personalized inscriptions available. Book by Corrie Locke-Hardy celebrates community, resistance, and social justice through baking and activism."
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Kinsey, manager, High Five Books:
A World Without Summer: A Volcano Erupts, A Creature Awakens, and the Sun Goes Out
A catastrophic eruption altered global climate, inspiring Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. A tale of climate change, human folly, and hope when the world goes wrong.
The Most Unusual Haunting of Edgar Lovejoy
Jamie Wendon-Dale designs haunted houses but doesn't believe in ghosts until they meet Edgar Lovejoy, who is 100% haunted. LGBTQIA+ cozy romance.
Everything Grows in Jiddo's Garden
Join a young Palestinian girl as she tends to her Jiddo's garden, learning about family, identity, and the enduring connection to their homeland.
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Kill Creatures
Nan's friends vanished in the canyons last year, but one returns. Nan must confront the truth that she killed them in this twisty thriller.
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Absolutely Everything: A Graphic Novel
In this funny and thoughtful graphic novel, Marcella navigates sixth grade, ADHD, and changes in her life that are stressing her out.
Angelica and the Bear Prince: (A Graphic Novel)
Teenager Angelica faces burnout, but finds unexpected comfort in a bear mascot at a local theater. A surprising romance blossoms in this heartwarming story.
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