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. 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. 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. 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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