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Keturah and Lord Death

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 15:15:00 +0000

Sixteen year old Keturah uses the art of storytelling to resist the call of death - but how long can her stories prolong her life?

An Abundance of Katherines

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:55:00 +0000

Colin is a child progidy who wishes to be more than just smart, he wants to matter. Colin has also dated 19 girls named K-A-T-H-E-R-I-N-E. When K-19 breaks up with him, his best, and only, friend Hassan decides there's only one way to get over heartbreak: a road trip. Except the road trip ends abruptly in the middle-of-nowhere Tennessee, where there are no Katherines.

The Mysterious Benedict Society

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:13:00 +0000

When orphan Reynie and his tutor see an ad in the paper for intelligent kids, Reynie doesn't know that his life is about to change. After a series of bizarre exams, Reynie and three new friends form the Mysterious Benedict Society, and the four kids enter the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened (LEARN). There, the children are supposed to figure out the evil doings of the head of the school, Mr. Curtain. From memory erasing to brainwashing, the children soon figure out that Mr. Curtain will stop at nothing to take over the world.

Better Off Famous?

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:53:00 +0000

Is being a celeb really all that and free designer clothes? 16 year old Annie thinks so until she lands a spot on the hottest teen show. Soon dodging photo-hungry paparazzi and trying to live with good press isn't easy. This isn't how Annie pictured her big break!

CosmoGirl Quiz Book: All About You

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:50:00 +0000

This book offers quizzes on everything in a teenage girl's life such as "What kind of shoe/car/ice cream flavor are you?," "Are you annoying?," and "Who runs your life?." The book is frequented by pictures of models in cool clothes. Each quiz is broken down into 3 or 4 ranges of scores, with hints to help those with ties.

Gone

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:37:00 +0000

What would happen if all the adults (anyone over age 14) disappeared? How would you live- as a leader or or follower?
Sam finds himself leading a bunch of his friends and their siblings and neighbors to restore order. However, a group of bullies are making more than the usual trouble. Older people aren't the only malfunction in society as well: some of the kids left alive have developed powers. Will the just be able to bring peace, or will evil rule the world?

Go Figure

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:26:00 +0000

Ryan, a teenage girl who is overweight, is trying to make it through senior year of high school. Along with her weight issues Ryan is in therapy for depression and anxiety. Her ex-boyfriend is a rock star whom she hasn't heard from in awhile. Then his picture on the cover of the Rolling Stones makes her wonder if he wants her back.... Though the book deals with some dark issues, the main character promises it's not a sob story.

Sovay

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:22:00 +0000

Imagine Robin Hood as a teenage girl: Sovay, a girl from a wealthy family, begins robbing stagecoaches to test a would-be love interest. However, the teen is soon in very deep, trying to save her father after her fun goes too far.

Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:58:00 +0000

Have you seen the flick based on Rachel Cohn & David Levithan's book? It's a music-filled night in the lives of a few teens as they maneuver through NYC, and new and old relationships!

Percy Jackson & The Olympians Book 4: The Battle of the Labyrinth

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:53:00 +0000

This is the newest installment in the series by Rick Riordan. Freshman orientation turns out to be more than even Percy Jackson expected, and soon he and his friends (half mortal/half immortals) must find their way through the Labyrinth! Battle ensues between the Olympian gods and the Titans.

Sister of Isis #1: Divine One

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:35:00 +0000

This series focuses on three teen girls who are the descendants of the ancient Egypt’s divine pharaohs. The girls learn to use their new powers as Sisters of Isis, while trying to maintain normal teenage lives.

Oh. My. Gods

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:30:00 +0000

Phoebe’s senior year is turned upside down when her mother remarries and relocates the duo to an island in the Aegean. Phoebe goes to a new school where her step-dad is in charge and the student population is descended from the Greek gods and goddesses!

The Sweet Far Thing

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:23:00 +0000

The girls of Spence are almost ready for their debut into society,
which means arguments with Gemma's brother and Felicity's father as to
what is acceptable. But even as the girls deal with the high society
of London, their true test awaits in the magical Realms: will Gemma
succeed in her fate?

Rebel Angels

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:21:00 +0000

Gemma continues the fight against Circe, the witch who destroyed her
mother and re-opened the Realms. With her 3 best friends, the girls
transport themselves between their lives at Spence Academy in England
to other worlds. Can Gemma restore the Order, as she was meant to do?

A Great and Terrible Beauty

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:20:00 +0000

After the suspicious death of her mother in 1895, sixteen-year-old Gemma returns to England, after many years in India, she attends a finishing school where she becomes aware of her magical powers and ability to see into the spirit world.

Mason

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 23:13:00 +0000

This is the horror tale of Mason, a mentally disabled teen unaware of his own powers.
When his only friend Rene is attacked by his older brother Gene, will Mason be able to save her life?

Planet Pregnancy

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 23:10:00 +0000

When 16 year old Sahara finds out she is pregnant, she is scared to tell anyone. She thinks that no one will understand what it is like on Planet Pregnancy. In free verse poetry, Sahara rhymes about the nine months of indecision and choice.

How I Live Now

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:12:00 +0000

When Daisy trades in her unhappy life in NYC for the peace of the English countryside with her aunt and 4 cousins, she has no idea that the world is about to change. A few weeks into her stay, England is attacked, and Daisy's life is never the same. Daisy experiences a love most would avoid, and tries to stay alive amid chaos and bullets.

Chiggers

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:53:00 +0000

This graphic novel is about a summer at camp. A group of girls change and find out what true friendship is really about!

Loving Will Shakespeare

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:47:00 +0000

This book is told from the point of view of William Shakespeare's wife, Anne Hathaway. Older than the writer, Anne's unfortunate circumstances cost her a normal life. Then along comes Will, a handsome and studious boy with great ambitions. The account is honest, with few details left out.

The Plain Janes

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:34:00 +0000

After Jane is a victim of an attack in Metro City, her parents leave the city for the suburbs. This gives Jane the opportunity to re-make herself into an artsy type. Offered the opportunity to hang with the popular crowd, Jane prefers to befriend the group of Janes on the edge of social hierarchy. The 4 Janes come together to beautify the town with "Art Attacks," but the police and some members of the town want to punish the secret artists.

The Re-Gifters

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:33:00 +0000

This is the tale of Korean American teen Dixie, who is secretly in love with Adam. Both teens, along with Dixie's BFF Avril, practice martial arts after school. Dixie's crush messes with her concentration, so that she misses her chance to participate in the big tournament. However, an unexpected turn of events allows Dixie to fight, and win the affections of a great dude!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:56:00 +0000

Don't let the title fool you: this is no "Dear Diary"! Greg is a kid who means well, but can't seem to reach the level of coolness he'd like. Whether it's his family embarrassing him (his mom is his substitute teacher!), or his best friend (Rowley wears a superman costume to a haunted house), this is a hilarious, illustrated look into the life of a slightly wimpy kid!

Talent

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 16:24:00 +0000

Mac, the 12 year old daughter of a Hollywood power couple is ready to rule the school again; except that she isn't sure what her own talent is! Her best friend is a surfer, her sister a genius...until at a huge premier party, Mac discovers that her talent is...recognizing talent! Can she turn Iowa native Emily into the next big thing, or will the attempt turn her into the biggest flop in middle school?? Mac and her BFFs won't waste any chance to prove their fashion and talent are the best around!

Primavera

noreply@blogger.com (Teen Librarians) — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:53:00 +0000

Flora is a member of the Pazzi family, second in money and political strength only to the Medicis. Flora is the youngest, and often overlooked by her parents; her nonna (grandmother) takes care of her. While her life was destined for the convent (something she never wanted), fate's twists changes everything. Instead of gardening, she is being taught to fight, as the secrets of her family's life spill out into the public.