CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 18, 2012
"A thought-provoking first installment in a series that unflinchingly takes on ethically challenging topics. (Dystopia. 13 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 11, 2012
"Though awkward, this adaptation still makes for a hopeful and inspiring story. (Memoir. 12 & up)"
This story, an adaptation for young people of the adult memoir
The Other Wes Moore (2008), explores the lives of two young African-American men who share the same name and grew up impoverished on the same inner-city streets but wound up taking completely different paths.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 11, 2012
"Toning down the edgy side for a young market, Krovatin stills provides moments of gross-out gore in this reluctant-reader pleaser. (Adventure. 10-12)"
SAT words and occult trappings characterize this middle-grade zombie adventure from teen author Krovatin (
Venomous, 2008).
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 11, 2012
"A realistic, poignant portrait of one teen who overcomes nearly unbearable feelings of grief and guilt. (Fiction. 12 & up)"
A young teen reveals through journal entries how he and his family piece their lives back together after a tragedy in this dark but humorous story.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 4, 2012
"A teen thriller/romance without werewolves, wizards or vampires--utterly refreshing. (Science fiction. 13 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 4, 2012
"Lacking vampires, werewolves and a compelling mystery, this will be of most interest to persistent readers of teen sagas set in the Pacific Northwest. (Paranormal mystery. 12 & up)"
The bestselling author of the Inspector Lynley crime novels turns to teens with this paranormal-series opener.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 4, 2012
"A solid continuation with an ending that promises further growth in characters and overarching storylines. (Paranormal suspense. 10-16) "
A Battle of the Bands brings a magical music menace to Nightshade, and Jessica and her friends must stop it.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
"A well-rounded collection of stories with something for everyone, sure to inspire readers to research the full history of their favorites. (editor's note, contributors) (Graphic historical fiction. 10 & up) "
Editor Dembicki's (
Trickster, 2010) latest collection is an anthology of illustrated stories and vignettes from Washington D.C.'s colorful past.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
"This is one emotional thrill ride, filled with passion and suspense, ending with a cliffhanger that will leave readers panting for the next book. (Paranormal romance. 14 & up)"
Shirvington strikes again with the second in the Embrace series, picking up only a month after
Embrace (2012) left off.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
"This is bound to have huge appeal to kids whose lives are being mirrored, and it may prompt luckier readers to take some positive action. (Fiction. 14 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 28, 2012
"An awe-inspiring, thought-provoking reminder that love reaches beyond physical appearances or gender. (Fiction. 14 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 28, 2012
"This first in a planned trilogy isn't for the faint of heart, but readers with strong stomachs will find themselves swept up. (Paranormal thriller. 14 & up)"
Brooklyn is the perfect setting for this dark, gritty thriller with heavy religious overtones and breathtaking violence.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 21, 2012
"It's the twins' culturally barren, dreary yet violent world--a realm of broken dreams--that resonates most in this haunting, moody, character-driven thriller. (Paranormal thriller. 12 & up)"
Alice and Rachel are even closer than most identical twins, having shared a single amniotic sac in utero and a psychic bond ever since.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 14, 2012
"Nothing new here, but readers more interested in plot than depth will find it an appealing segue from summer into school. (Action. 10-14)"
Teens with mysterious abilities and the possibly sinister people who seek to control them are the ingredients for this end-of-summer thriller.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 7, 2012
"This commingling of comedy, brutality and fantasy evokes a rich alternate universe with a spitfire young woman as its brightest star. (Fantasy. 14 & up)"
A teenage assassin, a rebel princess, menacing gargoyles, supernatural portals and a glass castle prove to be as thrilling as they sound.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 7, 2012
"Exciting stuff, yet again. (Fantasy suspense. 12 & up)"
This prequel to the popular Nightshade trilogy takes readers to Scotland in 1404, where the Searchers and Keepers conflict begins.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2012
"A probing, captivating story. (Romance. 12 & up)"
This intense and intriguing debut delves into the psychological difficulties of two teens who fall in love.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 6, 2012
"This book's friendly tone and common-sense advice suit both brand-new sitters and those who are looking to improve their skills. (resources, index) (Nonfiction. 12 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
"Like cotton candy, this is fun even if it isn't filling. (Paranormal chick lit. 14 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
"Surprising, vivid and cohesive--the work of a pro. (Steampunk. 13 & up)"
A steampunk adventure in which an omniscient narrator delves into multiple heads and a quartet of friends take lurid risks to save their fifth counterpart.
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