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Steampunk for Teens


Cover art for RIPPER
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2012

"While some may guess the plot twist, Petrucha nonetheless provides both a well-crafted romp through yesteryear's New York and an enticing companion for it. (Historical mystery. 12-15)"
Has Jack the Ripper moved across the Atlantic to terrorize Gilded Age New York City? Read full book review >
Cover art for STEAMPUNK!
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2011

"An excellent collection, full of unexpected delights. (introduction, author biographies) (Anthology. 12 & up)"
You can't have steampunk without steam (and maybe some gears), but in the hands of a stellar cast of authors, everything else is open to interpretation. Read full book review >
Cover art for CORSETS & CLOCKWORK
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2011
edited by Trisha Telep

"All in all, a diverse and too-often off-topic collection that's not steamy enough in either sense of the word but is partly redeemed by a few gems. (introduction, author biographies) (Steampunk/fantasy/romance anthology. 12 & up)"
Simply sticking a few gears in does not steampunk make, no matter what the subtitle says. Read full book review >
Cover art for CLOCKWORK ANGEL
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 31, 2010

"The tale drags in places, but this crowdpleaser's tension-filled conclusion ratchets toward a new set of mysteries. (Steampunk. 13-15)"
A century before the events of Clare's Mortal Instruments trilogy, another everyday heroine gets entangled with demon-slaying Shadowhunters. Read full book review >
Cover art for WORLDSHAKER
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 18, 2010

"Why hasn't Harland been published here before? (Steampunk. 12 & up)"
Down Under steampunk in the tradition of Philip Reeve, moving cities and all. Read full book review >
Cover art for FEVER CRUMB
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2010

"An essential read for fans and a great entry point for newcomers to the world; here's hoping there's more to come. (Science fiction. 13 & up)"