CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 6, 2012
"A rare, rewarding, sumptuous exploration of artistic passion. (author's note) (Historical fantasy. 12 & up)"
Giulia is bright, curious and a gifted artist, born to a noble father and his humble mistress in 15th-century Renaissance Italy. Now her fate rests with her father's widow, who's sending Giulia to a Padua convent.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 13, 2012
"With reveals seeming to arrive on almost every page, prepare to stay up all night. (author's note referencing poems and paintings) (Science fiction/romance. 13 & up)"
While staying true to the science fiction and romance at the core of Matched (2010) and Crossed (2011), the trilogy's breathless finale blossoms into a medical thriller too, adding breadth and resonance.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"A dark but graceful parable of temptation, pride, revenge and hope; ideal for classroom reading. (Fantasy. 11-16)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 13, 2012
"Warmhearted and innocently wild, this stand-alone sequel will find appreciative fans among teen music obsessives and social activists. (Fiction. 12-15)"
The continuing, shambolic adventures of Rhode Island's rockingest trumpet-and-ukelele–based quintet finds plenty of sweet to balance out the sour (Lemonade Mouth, 2007).
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 6, 2012
"A satisfying series-ender. (Fantasy. 12-18)"
The engaging final installment in the series that began with
Immortal Beloved (2010) reveals new information about the world of the immortals and ties up loose ends.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"A fine, insightful and sometimes moving journal composed by a wholly likable young woman--better than fiction. (period photographs, editor's note) (Nonfiction. 11-18)"
Chicago schoolgirl Joan Wehlen was known for her writing skills--quite correctly, as her always-entertaining 1937-1942 diary proves.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 8, 2012
"Learning to focus on others, even in times of stress, Dov shows that bravery comes in many forms. (author's note) (Fiction. 13 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 13, 2012
"Intriguing, savory Victorian chiller. (author's note; historical notes; bibliography) (Historical fiction. 12 & up)"
A Victorian teen becomes dangerously ensnared in the sinister world of a fraudulent medium in this well-constructed, thoroughly researched tale set in London in 1900.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"Although true to its roots as a Harlequin novel, this tale rises above genre by including thought-provoking elements that examine the role of women, family allegiances and the damaging nature of prejudice. (Fantasy. 13-17)"
A historical fantasy seamlessly intertwines the love stories of Alera and Shaselle, two young but incredibly strong teenage women, and their personal struggles to restore their medieval-esque kingdom, Hytanica, to grace.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"Overall, this engaging, surprisingly serious caper is rock-solid. (Fiction. 13-16)"
The consequences of unintentionally kidnapping her rock-star hero reverberate through a misfit English teen's life.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"This book's empowering message is that how we identify and express our racial heritage belongs to us. (Anthology. 12 & up)"
Rawly provocative, this anthology reflects its authors' complex racial backgrounds and experiences. Like a photo mosaic, each piece stands alone while contributing to a bigger picture.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 15, 2012
"Thoroughly entertaining. (Paranormal romance. 12 & up)"
Vegan vampires, Shakespearean actors, food–co-op aficionados and serious runners face off against old-school bloodsuckers and rapacious, forest-devouring builders in this follow-up to
Out of Breath (2011) set in--where else?--Lithia (Ashland in disguise), Ore.
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