YOUNG READER Novels

These middle grade novels—ranging from mystery, to fantasy, to horror—were created for the Sourcebooks Young Readers imprint, art directed and designed by Michelle Mayhall.

This vocab book teaches words encouraging emotional intelligence and growth—including definitions, sentence samples, and your favorite Sesame Street characters—geared towards audiences of all ages.

Written by Erin Guendelsberger

Illustrated by Barry Goldberg

Art directed and designed by Michelle Mayhall

This book is a fun and informative reference for young vocabulary enthusiasts.

Written by Tara Lazar

Illustrated by Michelle Mayhall

Internal art direction and design by Michelle Mayhall

"Mayhall's colorful and playful cartoon vignettes add to the fun and show human characters with diverse skin tones." —Kirkus Reviews

Through bright colors, dynamic illustrations, and page turn interactions, this book entertains and informs children of all ages, providing real and terrifying facts about how dangerous these adorable animals can be.

Written by Kari Lavelle

Illustrated by Michelle Mayhall

Art directed and designed by Michelle Mayhall

This book creatively combines math and SEL, teaching lessons in division, prime numbers, inclusion, and more. 

Written by Katey Howes

Illustrated by Marie Hermansson

Art directed and designed by Michelle Mayhall

Through bright colors, dynamic illustrations, and page turn interactions, this book entertains and informs children of all ages, providing real and terrifying facts about how dangerous these adorable animals can be.

Written by Brooke Harman

Illustrated by María García

Art directed and designed by Michelle Mayhall

Combining plants, humor, and encouraging phrases, this pun-tastic book was created as a wonderful gift for the precious girls in your life.

Written by Rose Rossner

Illustrated by Natalie Briscoe

Art directed and designed by Michelle Mayhall