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CHILDREN'S

Released: March 1, 2009

THE SOFTWIRE: WORMHOLE PIRATES ON ORBIS 3

by P.J. Haarsma

"A pulpy (if disorganized) reward for those who have made it this far. (Science fiction. 10-12)"

JT's journey through the unpleasant Rings of Orbis finally starts to come together into a coherent narrative (Betrayal on Orbis 2, 2008, etc.). Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: April 1, 2011

LIFE ON MARS: TALES FROM THE NEW FRONTIER

edited by Jonathan Strahan

"While some harsh language and difficult themes might restrict the audience, readers who agree with the saw that "the Golden Age of science fiction is 12" will demand more of every author included. (Science fiction/short stories. 12 & up)"

This exemplary, almost old-fashioned anthology is a welcome relief in a teen fiction market dominated by dystopias, fantasy and paranormal romance. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: April 12, 2012

LOSERS IN SPACE

by John Barnes

"Overall, accessible, gripping and poignant. (Science fiction. 14 & up)"

Despite the campy title, Barnes (Tales of the Madman Underground, 2009) spins a space-travel tale with scientific and emotional substance.In 2129, most humans are economically comfortable, but the big money and cachet is in entertainment. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: Sept. 4, 2012

BE MY ENEMY

by Ian McDonald

"More! More! (Science fiction. 12 & up)"

In this exciting first sequel to outstanding series opener Planesrunner (2011), 14-year-old science whiz Everett Singh continues to outthink his enemies while navigating the multiverse searching for his dad, lost in a parallel universe. Read full book review >

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