WBear Came Along is a 2019 picture book by Richard T. Morris and illustrated by LeUyen Pham. It tells the story of a group of animals on a river adventure. Published on June 1, 2019, Bear Came Along was based on memories Morris had of going to overnight camp for the first time. The watercolors, ink, and gouache illustrations Pham created were special for her. Critics wrote about her ability to juggle several different tones through the pictures. These illustrations were also generally seen as complementing the book's themes of being connected to others. The book was generally well reviewed and it received a 2020 Caldecott honor.
WDiary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball is a children's novel written by Jeff Kinney and the fourteenth book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. It was released on November 5, 2019. In this book, protagonist Greg Heffley's family receives an inheritance and use the money to renovate their house. Wrecking Ball received positive reviews from critics.
WDouble Bass Blues is a 2019 picture book by Andrea J. Loney and illustrated by Rudy Gutierrez. The book was generally well reviewed and it received a 2020 Caldecott honor.
WGenesis Begins Again is a 2019 children's book by Alicia D. Williams. It tells the story of thirteen-year-old Genesis Anderson, whose family has been evicted several times from their home due to the father's gambling addiction. Genesis is also a victim of bullying and colorism, both at home and school, two recurring themes of the novel. Genesis Begins Again, Williams' debut novel, received general praise and won a Newbery Honor and "Steptoe Award for New Talent".
WThe Grief Keeper is a science fiction novel for young adults written by Alexandra Villasante. The book was published in 2019 by Putnam and received the Lambda Literary Award in the following year.
WGuts is a 2019 American graphic novel written and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier. It received positive reviews from critics and won two Eisner Awards.
WHazel's Theory of Evolution is a young adult fiction novel that Lisa Jenn Bigelow wrote. In 2019 HarperCollins published the book, which received the Lambda Literary Award in 2020.
WHorse Museum is a Dr. Seuss book released by Random House Children's Books on September 3, 2019. It is based on an unfinished manuscript by Theodor Seuss Geisel completed by Australian illustrator Andrew Joyner. 250,000 copies were released of the first printing.
WPet is a 2019 young adult fantasy/speculative fiction novel by Nigerian non-binary author Akwaeke Emezi.
WScary Stories for Young Foxes is a 2019 children's book by Christian McKay Heidicker. The novel consists of a variety of connected scary stories told by an older fox. The book won a 2020 Newbery Honor.
WSulwe is a children's fiction picture book by actress Lupita Nyong'o. It follows the story of a young girl who wishes for her dark skin to be lighter. The story is ultimately about colorism and learning to love oneself, no matter one's skin tone.
WSuperheroes Are Everywhere is a children's book written by the current Vice-President Elect of the United States of America and former Senator Kamala Harris and illustrated by Mechal Renee Roe. It was published on January 8, 2019.
WThe Undefeated is a 2019 poem by Kwame Alexander and illustrated by Kadir Nelson. The book was well received and won the 2020 Caldecott Medal and a Newbery Honor. Kadir Nelson's artwork also earned it a Coretta Scott King Award.