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BEA 2012: Books for Teens (page 7)

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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2012
PUSHING THE LIMITS
by Katie McGarry
"A probing, captivating story. (Romance. 12 & up)"
This intense and intriguing debut delves into the psychological difficulties of two teens who fall in love. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 6, 2012
DON'T SIT ON THE BABY!: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SANE, SKILLED, AND SAFE BABYSITTING
by Halley Bondy
"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)"
Teens can learn all they need to become savvy sitters with this guide. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
LETHALLY BLONDE
by Patrice Lyle
"Like cotton candy, this is fun even if it isn't filling. (Paranormal chick lit. 14 & up)"
A pact with the Devil leads to trouble for one teenage demon. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
Kirkus Star THE GIRL IN THE CLOCKWORK COLLAR
by Kady Cross
"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. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
SPIRITED: 13 HAUNTING TALES
edited by Kat O'Shea
"Ideal for reluctant readers and gentler-minded fans of paranormal fiction. (Paranormal/short stories. 12 & up)"
This uneven anthology proves less edgy than billed, but fans of paranormal romance will find much to like and several promising new authors to follow. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
ALWAYS UPBEAT / ALL THAT
by Stephanie Perry Moore, Derrick Moore
"An engaging pair of tales that communicate a thoughtful message with a light touch. (Fiction. 12-16) "
Husband-and-wife team Stephanie Perry Moore (Get What You Give, 2010) and Derrick Moore (It's Possible!, 2008) deliver a pair of intersecting but distinct stories from the points of view of a cheerleader and a quarterback at a predominantly African-American Atlanta high school. Read full book review >