The Children’s Book Review | March 5, 2015
Best Selling Books for Kids
This month’s best selling kids series from The Children’s Book Review’s affiliate store Henry & Mudge, by Cynthia Rylant—a wonderful “Ready to Read” series. Our list of hand-selected series from the nationwide best selling Children’s Series list, as noted by The New York Times, features James Dashner’s Maze Runner series and Ransom Riggs’ Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children series.
The Children’s Book Review’s Best Selling Kids Series
Henry and Mudge
Written by Cynthia Rylant
Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than 100 books for young people, including the beloved Henry and Mudge.
Ages 5-8 | Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Nationwide Best Selling Kids Series Books
Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children
Written by Ransom Riggs
Publisher’s Synopsis: It all waits to be discovered in Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, an unforgettable novel that mixes fiction and photography in a thrilling reading experience.
Ages 12-17 | Quirk Books
Harry Potter
Written by J. K. Rowling
The Harry Potter series has been hailed as “one for the ages” by Stephen King and “a spellbinding saga’ by USA Today. And most recently, The New York Times called Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows the “fastest selling book in history.”
Ages 10 and up | Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books
Lunar Chronicles
Written by Marissa Meyer
Publisher’s Synopsis: The enchantment continues. . . .
The universe of the Lunar Chronicles holds stories – and secrets – that are wondrous, vicious, and romantic. How did Cinder first arrive in New Beijing? How did the brooding soldier Wolf transform from young man to killer? When did Princess Winter and the palace guard Jacin realize their destinies?
With nine stories – five of which have never before been published – and an exclusive never-before-seen excerpt from Marissa Meyer’s upcoming novel, Heartless, about the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland, Stars Above is essential for fans of the bestselling and beloved Lunar Chronicles.
Ages 12-18 | Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
Divergent
The Divergent series—dystopian thrillers filled with electrifying decisions, heartbreaking betrayals, stunning consequences, and unexpected romance. A girl must prove her mettle in a dystopia divided into five factions.
Ages 14 and up | Publisher: HarperCollins
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
By Jeff Kinney
An exciting and innovatively illustrated new series narrated by an unforgettable kid every family can relate to.
Ages 9 to 12 | Publisher: Amulet Books
This information for the best selling books was gathered from the New York Times Best Sellers list, which reflects the sales of books from books sold nationwide, including independent and chain stores. It is correct at the time of publication and presented in random order. Visit www.nytimes.com for their most current and up-to-date list.
For more great kids series, check out our articles tagged with Kids Series Books. Nothing beats a good series when you have an avid reader on your hands!
