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New and Notable Kids' Books for June


Cover art for POSTCARDS FROM CAMP
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 30, 2011
by Simms Taback, illustrated by Simms Taback

"Share with kids before and after camp--newbies will be astonished at how typical Michael's experience is; seasoned campers (and their parents) will laugh all the way through. (Picture book. 7-12)"
A reluctant camper gradually adjusts over the course of the summer, which is communicated entirely in postcards and letters between him and his father. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE ASCENSION
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 30, 2011

"One of those rare sequels that exceed the first. (Adventure. 10-14)"
Carroll heads back to the world he created for Super Human (2010) for a second adventure in teen-superhero territory. Read full book review >
Cover art for SHARKS & BOYS
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 28, 2011

"William Golding updated with humor. (Adventure. 12-17)"
Thoughtless teen behavior leads four sets of twins on a deadly adventure in a horribly realistic but often very funny survival tale. Read full book review >
Cover art for PRUDENCE WANTS A PET
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 21, 2011
by Cathleen Daly, illustrated by Stephen Michael King

"Demure yet mildly impish; when Prudence's eyes "get hot and tingly" at the end, it's for the best reason of all. (Picture book. 3-6)"
A classic theme feels fresh as a squiggling kitten. Read full book review >
Cover art for DEAD RULES
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 21, 2011

"Wickedly clever. (Paranormal romance. 14 & up)"
Not your usual paranormal romance. Read full book review >
Cover art for IMAGINARY GIRLS
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 14, 2011

"The mystery unfolds a tad too incrementally, but this glittering puzzle box of a story about the exertion of one girl's will over life and death is as moving as it is creepy. (Psychological thriller. 14 & up)"
A sexy, surreal and touching exploration of the outer limits of sisterly love's power. Read full book review >