CCBC Choices 2024 -- Tweens (ages 9-11)

The Cooperative Children's Book Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison compiles a yearly list of excellent books for young readers.
 

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1. The many assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams

Book cover for The many assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams.
Author:
Nayeri, Daniel
Notes:
Fiction for Children;8-11
Formats:
Book, Hoopla eBook, OverDrive eAudiobook, Read-Along Book
Description:
This is the tale of an exciting journey along the Silk Road with a young orphan Monk and his newfound guardian, Samir, a larger than life character and the so-called "Seller of Dreams." The man is a scammer; his biggest skill being the ability to talk his way into getting what he wants. While that talking did save Monkey's life, it has left a lot of people furious with Samir--furious enough to hire assassins. These include a Viking berserker, a Rogue...