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New and Notable Books for Teens: November 2011 (page 2)

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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
Kirkus Star BLACK & WHITE: THE CONFRONTATION BETWEEN REVEREND FRED L. SHUTTLESWORTH AND EUGENE "BULL" CONNOR
by Larry Dane Brimner
"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. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 14, 2011
Kirkus Star MANGAMAN
by Barry Lyga, illustrated by Colleen Doran
"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. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 10, 2011
Kirkus Star STUCK
by Oliver Jeffers, illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
"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! Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
LIAR'S MOON
by Elizabeth C. Bunce
"Simply put, a darn good read. (Fantasy. 14 & up)"
A solid fantasy sequel embroils its irresistible heroine in mystery, intrigue and romance (StarCrossed, 2010). Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 14, 2011
CIRCUS GALACTICUS
by Deva Fagan
"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. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
THE SPACE BETWEEN
by Brenna Yovanoff
"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. Read full book review >