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Ender’s Game
By Orson Scott Card $5.99
The future of Earth is in jeopardy… again. But this time, there is hope for a future- and it’s resting on the shoulders of a bunch of kids. Andrew
“Ender” Wiggins, among others, was chosen to attend Battle School, an orbiting space station where children are shaped into the greatest military strategists ever to live. Can Ender
survive the grueling training to be the greatest leader the world has ever known? By far one of the greatest stories I’ve ever read! Chock full of action, suspense, and unlikely heroes, this under-dog story is one you’ll be thinking about long after you turn the last page.
Recommended 14+ for language, content
--Jessica
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Lock and Key
By Sarah Dessen $8.99
Ruby is convinced she can take care of herself. She’s had to- with a sister who left for college and never came back, and a mother who is increasingly aloof.
But when her mother disappears and the authorities find out, Ruby is forced to move in with her estranged sister. Fans of straight-forward fiction with a lot of heart will thoroughly
enjoy Dessen’s well-crafted cast of characters.
Recommended 14+ for content.
Be sure to check out her other novels too!
--Jessica
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Mockingbird
By Kathryn Erskine $15.99
Caitlin sees everything in black and white; her world is much easier to figure out that way. Her brother Devon was her chief
helper and support, but now that he is dead, she must help herself and her father find “closure.” As a girl with Asperger’s Syndrome, she finds everyday tasks difficult, but is
determined to “work on it.” Seeing the world through Caitlin’s eyes will inspire the reader to also find the empathy that Caitlin discovered. --Judi
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Red Pyramid: Book 1 of the Kane Chronicles
By Rick Riordan $8.99
Who knew that Egyptian gods were still alive and exerting their influence in the modern world? Carter and
Sadie get caught up in the magic and danger as they begin the mission to save their father, Dr. Julius Kane, a famous Egyptologist. As they begin to realize their own powers, and uncover
the mysteries of their family’s involvement in this world, the must battle Set, an evil Egyptian god who is bent of destroying them and the world as they know it. A new spellbinding
series by the author of “Percy Jackson and the Last
Olympians.”
--Judi
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Trackers
By Patrick Carman $15.99
As the story begins, Adam, a computer genius and inventor extraordinaire, is in deep trouble with the FBI. As he explains
his innocence, we meet his group of “Trackers,” three friends with their own skills, who, with Adam, can track down anyone, even a careful criminal. As their talents lead them into
dangerous territory, it is hard to know who to trust. Techies and non-techies alike will be fascinated by the ingenious gadgets and super developed remote digital cameras that make their
transmissions and data gathering possible. This is a read that will keep you on the edge of your seat and begging for the sequel. Action is enhanced by optional online videos.
--Judi
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Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos
By R. L. LaFevers $6.99
Life is full of interesting surprises for eleven year old Theodosia Throckmorton, even if she wishes it weren’t. Also having to save her archeologist parents
from the cursed objects they continuously bring back, Theo doesn’t have time for annoying things such as school or friends. But when her mother brings back an extremely rare artifact,
one chock full of curses, it’s up to Theo and some new allies to save the day. Full of thrilling adventure and interesting Egyptian mythology, it’s a great read for any young fantasy
fan!
--Jessica
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Rise of the Heroes: A Hero.com Novel
By Andy Briggs $6.99
How awesome would it be to download super powers instantly, with just the click of a mouse? When Pete, Toby, Lorna and Emily stumble upon hero.com, they think
its pretty cool too- until a run-in with Doc Tempest leads to the kidnapping of Toby and Lorna’s mom! It seems like they might have gotten in over their heads. A great adventure for the
hero in us all. And be sure to check out villain.com- a companion series for your dark side!
--Jessica
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The Year I Turned Sixteen
By Diane Schwenn $9.99
Don’t be put off by its size! Told in four interwoven vignettes, this novel focuses on exactly what the title says, and much much more. Each sister has a
similar background- their father dies in a tragic accident, and now they are left to pick up the pieces and forge on. But their stories are as unique as the voices telling them. --Jessica
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When You Reach Me
By Rebecca Stead $15.99
What does “The $20,000 Pyramid,” a sandwich shop, a kid named Sid and time travel have to do with growing up in 1979 New York? Find out in Stead’s expertly crafted
tale of sixth grade Miranda, who finds herself in the center of an interesting predicament. What sounds like a hodge-podge of a tale (part mystery, part coming-of-age, part science fiction) combines
effortlessly into one of the best “indescribable” books I’ve read in a long time. Winner of the Newbery Award for 2010, this highly deserving book is great read for adults and kids alike.
--Jessica
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Uglies
By Scott Westerfeld $8.99
For as long as 15 year old Tally could remember, she wanted to be a Pretty. But when a new alliance threatens her chance at perfection, she’s forced to make a big decision, one that could change her life forever. Set in a calculated, futuristic society where the price of beauty is steep and thinking for yourself can have disastrous consequences, this fast paced first part of the Uglies series is sure to please any sci-fi fan who’s sick of vampires!
--Jessica
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Incarceron
By Catherine Fisher $17.99
Finn is an inmate trapped within Incarceron’s ever-changing walls. Claudia is the daughter of Incareceron’s Warden, trapped within a cruel arranged marriage and by the
Protocol, laws which force inhabitants to live according to 17th century norms. Fisher’s fast-paced and thrilling story whorls ever out of control as both Finn and Claudia make a bid for freedom.
This book grabs you from the first page and never lets go. Look for the sequel, “Sapphique,” this December!
--Jessica
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Peak
By Roland Smith $6.95
In this high-altitude adventure, 14-year-old Peak Marcello's passion for climbing is clearly in the genes, but when he is arrested for scaling tall buildings, his mom and stepdad ship him to his
father in the Himalayans where he has the chance to become the youngest person to ever scale Mount Everest. A well-crafted plot and exotic setting give the novel great appeal to survival adventure
fans.
--Lynn
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Sunrise Over Fallujah
By Walter Dean Myers $7.99
In this new novel, Walter Dean Myers visits the Iraq war with the same power and searing insight he brought to the Vietnam War in his classic, FALLEN ANGELS. Set in 2003,
young high school graduate Robin “Birdy” Perry joins the US Armed Forces and quickly comes face to face with the horror and confusion of war. A great novel for our times.
--Lynn
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Artist to Artist
Published by The Eric Carle Museum $30.00
This is a beautiful and inspiring gift book for young would-be artists and a great addition for any art teacher’s library. Several children’s illustrators are featured
with lovely three page spreads which show them at a young age and as they progress in their art. Sketches and full color plates enhance each illustrator’s story. It even displays a pop-up for paper
artists Sabuda and Reinhart!! A delight to give and receive.
--Judi & Hannah
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11 Birthdays
By Wendy Mass $6.99
Amanda isn’t looking forward to her 11th birthday, especially since her ex-life-long-friend Leo is having the very cool party that same day. Oh well, it’ll be over soon, right? NOT!
Repeating a really good day might be great, but repeating this crummy birthday 11 times?? What’s going on?! This turns out to be a weird, funny and heart-warming wild ride!!
--Judi
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White Giraffe
By Lauren St. John $6.99
When Martine loses her parents in a tragic accident, she is shipped off to Africa to live with her grandmother on a wildlife preserve. She learns about the mythical &
secretive White Giraffe. Join Martine on her exciting but dangerous mission to uncover the truth. A lovely, fanciful tale for ages 8 + up.
--Judi
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Dolphin Song
By Lauren St. John $6.99
In this sequel to St. John’s White Giraffe, Martine’s class takes a field trip off the coast of Africa. There
Martine falls in love with the gentle spirit and beautiful ways of the dolphins. When a storm ravages their boat, Martine and her classmates become castaways on a supposedly desert island. Now they
face a sinister plot while fighting for their own survival. This book celebrates loyalty, resourcefulness, and the wondrous relationship between humans and animals.
--Judi
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The Last Leopard
By Lauren St. John $16.99
Martine discovers more of her destiny in this wonderful third book in the White Giraffe series. On her summer vacation,
Martine finds herself in Zimbabwe on a desperate mission to save a rare leopard believed to be the key to finding an ancient treasure. Pitted against unscrupulous treasure seekers and poachers, she
and her best friend Ben must rely on their bush skills as well as their friendship to save the day.
--Judi
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Nobody’s Princess
By Esther Friesner $7.99
Although she is destined to become Queen of Sparta, Helen is not your typical Princess. She prefers sword-play to embroidery, and longs for the kind of adventures that boys are
allowed to do. How can she escape the confines of palace walls to follow her heart? This historical fiction explores the life of the young Helen of Troy. Ages 12 + up.
--Judi
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The Mother-Daughter Book Club
By Heather Vogel Frederick $5.99
Meet four sixth-grade girls: Emma, the aspiring poet; Jess, the shy farm-girl; Cassidy, the hockey-loving tomboy; and Megan, the popular rich girl. What is the
only thing these girls have in common? They DO NOT want to be in this book club their mothers drag them to every month! However, as they spend the year reading “Little Women”, they slowly form
bonds of friendship as they navigate life and middle school.
--Hannah
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A Northern Light
by Jennifer Donnelly $8.95
A riveting based-on-a-true-story mystery is mixed with an engaging coming-of-age tale, with a little romance thrown in. Mattie Gokey is 16 when she finds
herself motherless, poor, working at the Glenmore Hotel, and in the center of a grim murder plot. Ages 14 and up.
--Judi
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