July 8, 2026

If Your Kid Loved Mercy Watson, Try These Next

Loved Mercy Watson? Here's what to hand them next.

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Cover of Anne Arrives: Inspired by Anne of Green Gables

Anne Arrives: Inspired by Anne of Green Gables

by Kallie George

A gentle early reader adaptation that brings Anne's imagination and warmth down to a new reader's level.

Cover of Detective Stanley and the Mystery at the Museum

Detective Stanley and the Mystery at the Museum

by Hannah Tunnicliffe

A retired dog detective comes out of retirement for one more case in this Poirot-style graphic mystery.

Cover of The Lost Stone

The Lost Stone

by Jordan Quinn

Book one of a sprawling fantasy kingdom series, a missing jewel sends a prince and his best friend across the realm.

Cover of The Notebook of Doom: Rise of the Balloon Goons

The Notebook of Doom: Rise of the Balloon Goons

by Troy Cummings

A kid moves to a town only he can see is overrun by monsters, and has to convince anyone to believe him.

Cover of Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective

Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective

by Donald J. Sobol

Ten short mysteries a kid can solve right alongside the detective, using logic and a keen eye instead of luck.

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