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Classic Summer Reads for Teens
Move over, hot-of-the-press teen fiction, and make room for these modern literary classics which appeal to "young" adults of all ages, especially the teenaged "YA" crowd. more...
Since October 2005 when Stephanie Meyer introduces the vampire romance Twilight vampire books have been flying onto (and off of) bookstore shelves. more...
Quick Picks for Reluctant Teen Readers
Teachers encourage regular reading, but reluctant teens may balk at the thought of diving into a book. Enticing reluctant readers requires high interest, relevant books. more...
More Books for Gossip Girls Fans
The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) has announced a list of books which appeal to fans of Cecily von Ziegesar's Gossip Girls series. more...
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By: Laura L. Johnson
Shabanu not only paints a beautiful portrait of Pakistani life in the desert, but is also a great story about a girl growing up and discovering who she is. more...
By: Laura L. Johnson
First published in 1967, The Outsiders took the literary world by storm as the first book to be published with a solely teenage target audience. more...
Gothic! Ten Original Dark Tales – Book Review
By: Roberta Goli
A collection of horror tales about lovesick counts, ghosts and haunted houses, witches and serial killers, written by various authors. more...
Book Review – Second Nature by Mary Stolz
By: Gina Ramsey
The summer before her senior year in high school, Anne discovers the all-consuming power of love, and the deep anguish of loss. more...
The Old Willis Place – a Ghost Story
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Krista Sadlers
Diana and Georgie have lived in the woods behind the old Willis place since the bad thing happened. What is the secret? Is the place haunted? Why are there so many rules? more...
The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo
By:
Krista Sadlers
Rob Horton copes with his thoughts and emotions by keeping them locked in a suitcase. His new friend Sistine helps him to release the tiger as well as open his suitcase. more...
By: Catherine Jozwik
Three kids who are placed in a foster home form an unlikely bond and, without biological parents to depend on, realize that only they can control their fates. more...
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