CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 29, 2011
"This is no didactic near-future warning of present evils, but a cinematic adventure featuring endearing, compelling heroes. (Science fiction. 12-14)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 14, 2011
"An inventive offering, sure to please fans of both American and Japanese comics. (Graphic fiction. 13 & up)"
A daring piece of graphic-novel meta-fiction explores the tropes of manga versus Western comics.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 14, 2011
"A book that reaches for the stars and provides a thrilling ride. (Science fiction. 12 & up)"
A plucky orphan runs away to join an intergalactic circus in this frenetic science-fiction/adventure tale.After bullies at the Bleeker Academy for Girls prevent her from attending a gymnastics competition—and thus becoming an astronaut—and a mysterious man visits her in the middle of the night, 15-year-old Beatrix Ling finds refuge with a space-faring circus.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 10, 2011
"Floyd's stubbornness and the smorgasbord-filled tree remain funny through repeated readings, offering kids the special glee of knowing more than the protagonist. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Everything but the kitchen sink gets tossed up a tree to help Floyd retrieve his kite--oops, there goes the kitchen sink too!
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 8, 2011
"Sharp storytelling indeed. (Fiction. 14 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 8, 2011
"Horse story, road trip, coming-of-age tale: It's any and all of these, but mostly a tender and authentic voyage into the mind of a wise, funny and wholly likable protagonist. (Fiction. 11 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 2, 2011
"Fluid prose elucidates a life much stranger than fiction. (Historical fiction. 9-12)"
MacColl's second novel brings to life the childhood of future aviator and writer Beryl Markham (
Prisoners in the Palace, 2010).
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
"A gripping, original take on vampires. (Paranormal adventure. 12 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
"This classic superhero plot, at once cutting-edge science fiction and moral fable, is guaranteed to keep even fiction-averse, reluctant readers on the edge of their seats. (Science fiction. 14 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
"A clean, graphically interesting design abets a well-researched, engaging narrative that contributes a more nuanced view of the period than is often seen. (author's note, further reading, source notes, index) (Nonfiction. 12 & up)
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A fascinating look at one of the most crucial places and periods in the civil rights movement through two polar opposites.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
"Both rich and easy to digest, this will leave fans hungry for the third book. (Science fiction/romance. 13 & up)"
Cassia and Ky grapple with secrets, wilderness and the tumultuous meanings of love in the second installment of this addictive, layered dystopic trilogy.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
"Simply put, a darn good read. (Fantasy. 14 & up)"
A solid fantasy sequel embroils its irresistible heroine in mystery, intrigue and romance (
StarCrossed, 2010).
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
"A dreamy, atmospheric take on Judeo-Christian mythology that prioritizes character. (Paranormal romance. 13 & up) "
A dark love story between a girl from Hell and a boy from Earth, both with heavenly heritage.
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