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BEA 2012: Books for Teens (page 4)


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Cover art for THE BLESSED
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. Read full book review >
Cover art for EVERY DAY
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 28, 2012

"An awe-inspiring, thought-provoking reminder that love reaches beyond physical appearances or gender. (Fiction. 14 & up)"
Imagine waking up in a different body every day. Read full book review >
Cover art for DISTRICT COMICS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
edited by Matt Dembicki

"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. Read full book review >
Cover art for ENTICE
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. Read full book review >
Cover art for TAP OUT
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)"
A boy who knows only grinding despair finds hope within the walls of a gym. Read full book review >
Cover art for DEAD IS A KILLER TUNE
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. Read full book review >