Mysteries & Detective Stories - Kids Fiction

After a fun day off, Chisato and Takina are back on Lycoris duty! Their latest objective is to guard and guide the elderly Mr. Matsushita on one last tour of Tokyo, but this seemingly straightforward mission might prove harder than it looks... With terrorists...

���� A Story of Bottles, Binkies, and Baby Boss Business ����Welcome to the world of Little Goodfella, where sippy cups are sacred, teddy bears are loyal muscle, and sandbox deals are made with chubby little fists.Meet Little Goodfella, a pint-sized don-in-the-making who rules the...

���� A Story of Mischief, Loyalty, and Growing Up in the Shadow of Something Bigger ����Step into the world of Little Goodfella, a sharp, humorous, and heartwarming look at childhood in a world where everyone seems to have a role to play, and every...

Eleven-year-old Millie and five other girls, snowed in at Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum in Atchison, Kansas, are on a scavenger hunt when the lights go out and Amelia's aviator goggles go missing.Author: Kristin L. GrayISBN-10: 1534418865ISBN-13: 9781534418868Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/01/2021Pages:...

When Toby, the Jack Russell terrier and a founder member of Spy Club, is out on one of his nighttime wanderings, he sees an unconscious man lying on the steps of Lower Barton church porch. Toby immediately seeks help and finds it in the...

A quiet town. A legendary creature. A mystery buried for decades.When Noah and his family arrive to clear out their late great-uncle's home in Washington State, they expect nothing more than dusty old boxes and boring afternoons. But Misty Valley has secrets that have...

Jackson and his friend Lisa are ready for a fun bike ride--but Lisa's bike is missing! In this action-packed early chapter book, Jackson's imagination takes over, wondering if international bike thieves or aliens might be behind the mystery. With the help of his AI-powered...

When a mysterious map blows into Jackson's yard, it could only mean one thing: treasure! In the mystery-filled early chapter book, Jackson and his AI-powered bike, S.C.O.U.T., follow clues from the map through Boreville--from local landmarks to tricky riddles. Could the clues lead to...

It's time for a field trip to Gold Country! Cody, Quinn, Luke, M.E., and Mika are the Code Busters--clever clue hunters with a passion for puzzles. The group of friends are excited to explore caves and learn about the gold rush, all while solving...

Till death do you part isn't always as long as you'd think it would be.A paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterRuby's magical secret is out in the open and she's doing her best to deal with the consequences. When a...

Ever taken a killer exam? This one is deadly, literally.A paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterRuby is headed back to school so she can keep her private investigator license. When the teacher turns up dead, the lessons go from academic...

You've never been on a truly bad date unless someone winds up dead.A paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterRuby and Vicky are heading for some rough days. Who would have thought that a hot date and a visit from mum...

A new detective agency in town could spell doom for Ruby.A paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterRuby has finally started to find her place in Swift Valley, but then a new detective agency comes to town. When all her clients...

Fruits, vegetables, and flowers can be series business. Deadly serious.A paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterThe Swift Valley Garden Show brings in people from all over, intent on proving they grow the best fruits, vegetables, and flowers. And Ruby is...

Sometimes you need to solve a mystery because you're the main suspectA paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterRuby Swift is settling into her life as a private investigator while protecting her secret magical life. When her new, unwanted neighbor turns...

Ever heard someone say they'd kill for a cup of coffee. What if they were serious?A paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterCoffee is the lifeblood of Swift Valley and Ruby Swift can't start her day without it. When someone threatens...

The new private investigator in town has a secret...and it definitely spells trouble for everyoneA paranormal cozy mystery from USA Today Bestselling Author Stacey AlabasterRuby Swift has given up her career as a teacher and is pursuing her lifelong dream of being a private...

When thirteen-year-old British boy Cameron Barnes travels to Japan, he finds a new friend and an old mystery. Searching for information about a castle that no longer exists, Cameron follows a trail of clues through history. He uncovers a story of priceless treasure, Samurai...

Fourteen year-old Cameron Barnes is not happy about having to give up his summer holiday for a family celebration in Dorset. But it's not long before a mystery comes to light that will take all his skills, and more, to solve. With the help...

If you like scary stories, you'll love The Mystery of Darkhill School: A terrifying tale of revenge.Bella Gubbins has just moved to a new home in a new town. She's not happy about this. And she's about to be even less happy when she...

From the Edgar-nominated author of Coop Knows the Scoop comes an exciting mystery perfect for fans of From the Desk of Zoe Washington and Holes. When Grady and his dad learn that the town oddball, Eudora "Kooky" Klinch left something for them in her...

Fourteen year-old Cameron Barnes stumbles onto a mystery while travelling in Costa Rica. Desperate not to spend every moment of his trip with his parents, he's ready to impress new friend Joselyn with his mystery-solving skills. But with an unwanted follower in his way,...

Author: Amanda GebhardtISBN-10: 166896421XISBN-13: 9781668964217Publisher: Cherry Blossom PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2025Pages: 24Format: Paperback

The 3rd volume of the beloved Miss Demeanor series is finally here. Red Nose Fred, a professional clown, has come to town to appear at children's parties. Unfortunately, he's also a jewel thief.Celia begins her Forensic II summer class following her successful investigation of...

"...radiates warmth and merriment... an enjoyable addition to a library's holiday collection." --School Library JournalPARENTS' PICKS AWARD WINNERIt's Christmas Eve, and Alycat's baking her favorite cookie recipe to share. Her best kitten friends are all coming over to swap cookies and recipes, play Pin...

"The invention never flags." --Booklist (starred review) In this third weird and wacky installment of National Book Award winner M. T. Anderson's Pals in Peril series, Jasper Dash and his friends must unravel a terrible mystery. It is a land of wonders. It is...

Hiking the Appalachian Trail with their friends, Chet, Phil, and Biff, the Hardys hit a snag when daredevil Biff gets hurt. The old mining town of Morgan's Quarry is the nearest place for help. But even the run-down, isolated town turns menacing when two...

Dandi, 1930 All the world's eyes are on this tiny village by the Arabian Sea, where Mahatma Gandhi will soon break the Salt Law to defy British rule. Dinu would rather be home in Surat, reading his beloved Sherlock Holmes books. Instead, he finds...

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelBriony had always suspected there was something wrong with her teacher. But after doing some further investigation with her friend Sergio, she uncovers a secret conspiracy so amazing that she could never...

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelAnnie, George and Jed are on a school camping trip, and their team hasn't been doing very well in the activities they've been set. There is one final task - an orienteering...

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelFlash Harriet, together with Gus, her pet tarantula, is back and on the trail of a new crime. Huge footprints have smashed up the local vegetable garden. Is it something to do...

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelFlash Harriet, the famous girl detective, is on the trail of a crime... and it has led her to the shores of Loch Ness. Find out what happens in this comic detective...

Author: E. J. RohlyISBN-13: 9798231901432Publisher: Esther RohlyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/17/2025Pages: 106Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.25d

Author: FgteevISBN-10: 0063349531ISBN-13: 9780063349537Publisher: HarperpopLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/03/2026Pages: 208Format: Hardcover

Author: David A. KellyISBN-10: 1959378198ISBN-13: 9781959378198Publisher: Curveball BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/08/2025Pages: 124Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.64lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.31d

Author: Claire SwinarskiISBN-10: 0063321785ISBN-13: 9780063321786Publisher: Quill Tree BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/17/2026Pages: 304Format: Hardcover

Somewhere in the peaceful town of Treeville, high among the pine trees and maples, someone is stirring up trouble.Mrs. Hummingbird returns home from lunch to find that her nest has been disturbed! The sparrows haven't seen anyone, nor has Mrs. Wren. When Mrs. Woodpecker...

When pranksters Mia and Chip flip the band room upside down, chaos hits a high note! But when mysterious mischief they didn't plan starts causing real trouble, they'll need more than duct tape and jokes to set things right. Can the Harmless Mischief Club...

In the tenth novel in New York Times bestselling author Stuart Gibbs's FunJungle series, resident sleuth Teddy Fitzroy is on the case to rescue an abducted young gorilla! When a baby gorilla is stolen from an orphanage in Rwanda, Teddy, his parents, and an...

Oscar and the Mystery of The Golden Watch is more than just an enchanting mystery. It's a story that encourages children to be thoughtful in their judgments, to value the bonds of friendship, and to approach challenges with an open heart. The final revelation...

An Edgar Award Finalist for Best Juvenile Mystery A Bank Street College Best Book of the Year When a mysterious book by the legendary writer Jules Verne falls into the hands of three unlikely friends, it sets off a treasure hunt like no other--get...

In the thirteenth book in Stuart Gibbs's New York Times bestselling Spy School series, superspy middle schooler Ben Ripley goes off the grid to eliminate a cybersecurity threat.After a devious computer hacker pulls off the CIA's worst-case scenario, shutting down power networks all over...

Todos estaban molestos con todos en Capitol Hill. Y ahora, alguien está escondiendo serpientes en las bolsas de gimnasio y los botes de basura de cualquier legislador que se atreviera a hablar con algú n miembro de cualquier otro partido. Está en las manos...

In book two, Nina and her friends realize they can use the magical mailbox to help their fellow students deal with their problems. Soon there's a stream of kids looking for advice. Not wanting to divulge their secret to other students, they say that...

A secret lab. A countdown. A machine that wants to feel.When Jake and his friends discover a hidden room beneath United Middle School, they accidentally awaken Embercore-a powerful AI left behind by a forgotten student genius. As the system learns and evolves, strange things...

In a race against time, detective brothers Luke and John Buchanan must unravel a deadly conspiracy threatening to tear their city apart. As steam boilers explode one by one, they face obstacles from all sides: suspicious government agents, a cabal of powerful barons, and...

The Aldens visit Ireland and stay in a beautiful castle that's now a hotel! But the caretaker seems very superstitious, and at night they see a mysterious figure who walks the halls carrying a lantern. Could it be one of the banshees of ancient...

'I live on the other side.' Gwen swallowed. 'Of what?' 'Of life.' The spirit girl's eyes shone with silver tears. What if the dead could help the living? Home schooled all her life, Gwen is packed off to boarding school when her mother goes...

Damian Drooth, the one-of-a-kind detective hero, is back. Criminals beware! Damian Drooth is electrified to hear the Headmaster tell everyone off about graffiti in one of the school toilets. He immediately wants to catch the culprit, but what he isn't expecting is to be...

An exciting, humorous, and rhyming detective chase set at Easter, perfect for children ages 3-7. When a mysterious someone steals the Easter baskets that Detective Cluehound and Sergeant Squirrel are decorating, the two sleuths are on the case! Will they be able to track...