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WOW is committed to creating an international network of people who share the vision of bringing books and children together, thereby opening windows on the world. We encourage thoughtful dialogue around international literature so that children can reflect on their own cultural experience and connect to the experience of others across the globe.

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International Collection of Children's and Adolescent Literature
College of Education
University of Arizona

1430 East Second Street
Tucson, AZ 85721
Phone: (520) 621-9340
email: wow@email.arizona.edu
Open Reading Hours: Monday through Friday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Self-Made Boys

Published: 2022, Feiwel & Friends
Tags: 20th century, Hispanic and Latino, LGBTQI+, Transgender
Categories: Latinx in USLatinx in US, Retellings and Remixes (Versions and Variants)Latinx in US, Retellings and Remixes (Versions and Variants), United StatesLatinx in US, Retellings and Remixes (Versions and Variants), United States, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

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Serwa Boateng’s Guide To Vampire Hunting

Published: 2022, Rick Riordan Presents
Tags: action and adventure, African Americans, Middle School, Supernatural, Vampires
Categories: FantasyFantasy, GhanaFantasy, Ghana, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Fantasy, Ghana, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myths and LegendsFantasy, Ghana, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myths and Legends, United States

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Show Us Who You Are

Published: 2022, Crown Books for Young Readers
Tags: ADHD, artificial intelligence, Autism, Friendship, secrets
Categories: Intermediate (ages 9-14)Intermediate (ages 9-14), Science FictionIntermediate (ages 9-14), Science Fiction, Scotland (UK)

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Lily And The House Of Shadows

Published: 2022, Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Tags: Adventure, Chronic Illness, Family, Friendship with Animals
Categories: England (UK)England (UK), FantasyEngland (UK), Fantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14)

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Ludwig And The Rhinoceros

Published: 2023, North South
Tags: Bedtime, Humor, philosophy
Categories: FictionFiction, GermanyFiction, Germany, Picture BookFiction, Germany, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)Fiction, Germany, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), USBBY Outstanding International Book

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Mommy’s Hometown

Published: 2022, Candlewick
Tags: Family and social issues, Korean Americans, mothers, Mothers and sons
Categories: KoreaKorea, Picture BookKorea, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)Korea, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction

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Momo Arashima Steals The Sword Of The Wind

Published: 2023, Labyrinth Road
Tags: Fantasy and magic, Ghosts and spirits, Japanese Americans, mothers
Categories: FantasyFantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Fantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Japan

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Of Light And Shadow

Published: 2023, Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
Tags: Fantasy and magic, social class, social issues
Categories: FantasyFantasy, IndiaFantasy, India, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

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Once There Was

Published: 2023, Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Tags: Fantasy and magic, magical creatures, Orphans
Categories: FantasyFantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Fantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Iran

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Onyeka And The Rise Of The Rebels

Published: 2023, Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Tags: boarding schools, Fantasy and magic, Heroines, Strong female protagonist
Categories: FantasyFantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Fantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nigeria

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