Curated mystery, science & feel-good reads

Stories that grow with every curious mind.

From picture books to page-turning mysteries and accessible science, Starlight Reads keeps kids, teens and young adults exploring, dreaming and learning.

Logic-boosting mystery series Gentle, healing stories Fun, visual science books
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Smart picks for children, tweens and young adults.
Mystery & detective stories Heart-warming & healing Science · Space · Nature Select fiction & other genres
Little Planet Explorers
A bright, fully illustrated trip through our solar system.
Little Planet Explorers
Kids · Science Solar system
4–8 yrs
The Cloud Post Office
A tender picture book about feelings and friendship.
The Cloud Post Office
Picture book Feelings & empathy
4–8 yrs
The Campus Case Files · Season One
A fast-paced mystery series set at a middle-school with secrets.
The Campus Case Files · Vol. 1
Mystery series Logic & clues
9–14 yrs
If a Black Hole Fell into a Pool
Wild, funny “what if” science explained with comics.
If a Black Hole Fell into a Pool
Fun physics Comic style
9–14 yrs
Fog City Casebook
A sharp, atmospheric mystery set in a fog-covered harbor town.
Fog City Casebook
Mystery Urban suspense
15+ yrs
Pages Between Days
Reflective essays about slowing down and finding your own pace.
Pages Between Days
Essays Calm & reflective
15+ yrs
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