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| The Gilded Wolves by Roshani ChokshiWelcome to: 1889 Paris, where the ancient, magical Order of Babel calls the shots, and disinherited Order member Séverin is gathering a crew of talented misfits to pull off a heist that could change everything.
Read if for: high stakes, luxe settings, an inventive blend of magic and science, and richly drawn characters with intersecting identities.
For fans of: Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows. |
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| 29 Dates by Melissa de la CruzWhat it is: a sweet, surprising rom-com with a distinct, bicultural perspective.
Starring: South Korean high school senior Ji-su, who's just moved from Seoul to San Francisco, where she struggles to keep up with school and exciting new friendships while also going on a series of parent-ordered, matchmaker-arranged dates.
For fans of: books by Jenny Han, Maurene Goo, or Sandhya Menon. |
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| Two Can Keep a Secret by Karen M. McManusWhat it's about: Ellery is new to Echo Ridge, Vermont, but she knows its grim history of missing and murdered girls. When a fresh crime wave begins, Ellery is compelled to investigate the sinister secrets beneath the small-town charm.
Book buzz: Thriller fans won't want to miss this latest book from the author of One of Us Is Lying.
Try this next: For another twisty, atmospheric tale about an amateur sleuth solving crimes both past and present, try Maureen Johnson's Truly, Devious. |
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| The Girl King by Mimi YuWhat it's about: When two princesses -- strong-willed, battle-ready Lu and quiet, secretly magical Min -- vie for power, the future of the empire hangs in the balance.
Read it for: intricately layered storytelling, sweeping adventure, and complex, powerful female characters.
Author alert: This East Asian-inspired fantasy is author Mimi Yu's debut. |
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| Black Enough: Stories of Being Young & Black in America by Ibi Zoboi, editorWhat it is: an authentic, wide-ranging collection of short stories by black authors celebrating and exploring the various ways of being young and black.
Featuring: romance from Justina Ireland, fantasy from Rita Williams-Garcia, self-discovery from Varian Johnson, and a slice of life from Jason Reynolds, plus stories from Nic Stone, Dhonielle Clayton, Brandy Colbert, Coe Booth, and many more.
Why you might like it: You saw that author line-up, right? |
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| The Pros of Cons by Alison Cherry, Lindsay Ribar, and Michelle SchustermanWhat happens: Three very different girls form an instant bond as they attend three different conventions at one busy convention center.
Starring: Callie, who's hoping to reconnect with her dad at the World Taxidermy Championships; Vanessa, who's finally meeting her fanfic coauthor/girlfriend at WTFCon; and Phoebe, who's determined to win the Indoor Percussion Association's snare solo competition.
Reviewers say: "Adorkable" (School Library Journal). |
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| Ship It by Britta LundinWhat it's about: When 16-year-old fanfic writer Claire gets a rare invitation to travel the con circuit with the people who make her favorite TV show, she accepts, hoping that her favorite ship might become canon...and that she might get to see cool fellow fan Tess again.
Who it's for: fans in search of a snarky, knowing look at the debates surrounding shipping and representation.
Author alert: Debut author Britta Lundin writes from experience, both in fandom and as a writer for TV's Riverdale. |
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| Geekerella by Ashley PostonWhat it is: a feel-good fandom fairy tale for anyone who loves a Cinderella story.
What happens: An invitation to the ExcelsiCon Cosplay Ball -- as well as some romantic, anonymous texts -- set the stage for a fateful meeting between sci-fi fangirl Elle and teen heartthrob/secret geek Darien.
Look for: the companion book, The Princess and the Fangirl, which hits shelves in April. |
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| All the Feels by Danika StoneWhat it's about: Heartbroken over the death of Spartan, her favorite character from the Starveil movies, first-year college student Liv begins a campaign -- complete with a trip to Dragon Con -- to revive him.
Who it's for: anyone who's lost their fictional fave or had trouble balancing fandom with school and relationships.
You might also like: Anna Breslaw's Scarlett Epstein Hates It Here, another contemporary read about a teen girl who's more confident on the internet than she is IRL. |
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| Queens of Geek by Jen WildeWhat it's about: Fandom, friendship, and romance collide when three Australian friends travel to a fan convention in California.
Featuring: vlogger and actress Charlie, whose crush on fellow vlogger Alyssa might not be unrequited, and best friends Taylor and Jamie, who hope to meet their favorite author but might end up redefining their own relationship.
Read it for: diverse characters and an affectionate, behind-the-scenes take on cons. |
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After School Meal Program Mondays-Fridays, 3:30 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Mondays-Fridays, 3:30 PM Henington-Alief Regional Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00 PM Jungman Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00 PM Mancuso Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30 PM Morris Frank Library an HPL Express Location Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Park Place Regional Library Mondays-Thursdays, 4:30 PM Young Neighborhood LibraryFREE after school meals are available for youths ages 1-18. No registration is required to eat; just show up at a site near you! The nutritious packed lunches are prepared to USDA standards and delivered daily by the Houston Parks Department. First come, first served. Children must consume food on site. Please contact your library for further details.
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After School Zone Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Mondays-Thursdays, 4:00 PM Collier Regional Library Mondays-Thursdays, 4:00 PM Heights Neighborhood Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:30 PM Henington-Alief Regional Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00 PM Jungman Neighborhood Library Mondays-Fridays, 4:00 PM Moody Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 4:00 PM Morris Frank Library an HPL Express Location Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Pleasantville Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30 PM Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 4:00 PM Smith Neighborhood Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Stanaker Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30 PM Stimley-Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 4:00 PM Young Neighborhood LibraryLooking for some fun after school? Join us at The SPOT for a variety of engaging activities and a chance to hang out with friends, weekdays after school hours. Video games, homework help, and hands on STEAM programs are just some of the activities offered. Intended for youth ages 7-18. Please see our unattended children policy for guidelines. Contact your library for further details.
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After School Zone Tuesdays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Lakewood Neighborhood Library Looking for some fun after school? Join us at 1 of our 15 After School Zone locations for a variety of engaging activities and a chance to hang out with friends, weekdays after school hours. Video games, homework help, and hands on STEAM programs are just some of the activities offered. Intended for youth ages 7-18. Please see our unattended children policy for guidelines. Contact your library for further details. Please contact your library for further details. All Lakewood Neighborhood Library programs are occurring temporarily at the Northeast Multi-Service Center at 9720 Spaulding St, Houston TX, 77016.
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Anime Club Wednesday, February 6 & 20, 5:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Saturdays, 2:00 PM Vinson Neighborhood Library Calling all otaku! Let's meet up and share our love of Japanese anime, manga, and pop culture. We will have fun activities, crafts, and games to help us comprehend Asian culture. Please contact your library for further details.
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Annual African American Celebration and Essay Contest
February,
All Day
Shepard-Acres Homes Neighborhood Library
The Houston Public Library, the Shepard – Acres Homes Neighborhood Library and the Friends of Beulah Shepard Legacy invite you to the 5th Annual Acres Homes Legends: Student Essay Contest Ceremony and Program.
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Beginner Guitar
Mondays,
5:00 PM
Henington-Alief Regional Library
We’re strumming along at the library! Join us to learn guitar basics, including the principles of playing tabs, strumming, and guitar maintenance. Participants are invited to bring their own guitars or use library instruments as available. Ages 10 - 17.
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Club Yarnia Wednesday, February 6, 2:00 PM Henington-Alief Regional Library It’s time to break out the needles and hooks, we’re crafting up a storm! Bring your own project or learn basic knit, crochet or embroidery skills with simple beginner projects. Crafters of all skill levels welcome. Please contact library for details. Teens 13-18.
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Coloring Club Mondays, 4:00 PM Johnson Neighborhood Library Saturday, February 9, 1:00 PM Tuttle Neighborhood Library Embrace the coloring craze! Coloring relaxes the mind while tuning fine motor skills and encouraging creativity. We provide the coloring pages and tools, you bring your imagination.
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Makerspace
Thursdays,
4:00 PM
Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning
Make STUFF! Hands on DIY activities that inspires kids to create, invent, and learn. Activities may include circuit exploration, stop motion animation, repurposing found objects- the sky’s the limit! Please contact your library for further details.
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Retro Games Saturday, February 9, 3:00 PM Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library Wednesdays, 4:00 PM Stanaker Neighborhood Library Whether you're feeling nostalgic or love the thrill of competition, come and enjoy your favorite classic board games, card games, party games and more at the library! Please contact your library for further details.
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Selfie Scavenger Hunt Monday, February 25, 5:30 PM Jungman Neighborhood Library Can you find them all? Use your smartphone and your smarts to locate weird and wonderful items within the library and take selfie with them.
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Teen Book Club
Monday, February 25,
5:00 PM
Henington-Alief Regional Library
Engage your inner reader and join us for a lively discussion of novel elements as we explore a different book each month. This months's title: Dear Martin. Geared for ages 13-18.
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Teen Craft Saturday, February 16, 11:30 AM HPL Express Discovery Green Get your craft on at the library with other teens! Geared for teens ages 13-18. The chosen craft is an Alma Thomas inspired painting. Please contact your local library for further details.
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Teen Craft Thursday, February 21, 5:30 PM Johnson Neighborhood Library Wednesday, February 13, 3:30 PM Looscan Neighborhood Library Get your craft on at the library with other teens! Geared for teens ages 13-18. Please contact your local library for further details.
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Teen Craft
Monday, February 11,
5:30 PM
Jungman Neighborhood Library
Get your craft on at the library with other teens! Geared for teens ages 13-18. This week is "Inspired Painting"!
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Teen Movie Thursdays & Fridays, 4:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Fridays, 2:30 PM HPL Express Southwest Saturday, February 9 & 23, 1:30 PM Johnson Neighborhood Library Wednesday, February 27, 3:30 PM Looscan Neighborhood Library Wednesday, February 27, 4:00 PM Smith Neighborhood Library Saturday, February 23, 1:00 PM Tuttle Neighborhood Library Thursdays, 4:00 PM Walter Neighborhood Library Angst, adventure, and romance! Movie time with teen appeal. All films rated G-PG13. Movies will be shown during After School Zone.
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Teen Movie Thursday, February 7, 5:30 PM Hillendahl Neighborhood LibraryAngst, adventure, and romance! Movie time with teen appeal. Now showing Black Panther. All films rated G-PG13.
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Teen Movie Monday, February 11, 3:00 PM McCrane-Kashmere Gardens Neighborhood LibraryAngst, adventure, and romance! Movie time with teen appeal. Now showing Race. All films rated G-PG13. All McCrane-Kashmere Gardens Neighborhood Library programs are occurring temporarily at the Kashmere Multi-Service Center at 4802 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX, 77026.
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Teen Movie
Saturdays,
11:00 AM
Young Neighborhood Library
Angst, adventure, and romance! Movie time with teen appeal. Now showing: 2/9 - Dreamgirls; 2/16 - Sister Act; 2/23 - A Ballerina's Tale. All films rated G-PG13.
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Video Gaming Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Wednesdays, 4:00 PM Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library Saturdays, 3:00 PM Henington-Alief Regional Library Thursday, February 28, 6:00 PM Hillendahl Neighborhood Library Wednesday, February 6 & 20, 3:30 PM Looscan Neighborhood Library Wednesdays, 3:30 PM Vinson Neighborhood Library Mondays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM Young Neighborhood Library Consider yourself a gamer? Meet new friends, and compete against fellow players in popular video games! Refine your hand-eye coordination and problem solving skills while exploring unique digital worlds. All games rated E-T. Please contact your library for further details.
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Write On! Thursday, February 14, 6:00 PM Hillendahl Neighborhood Library Monday, February 18, 5:30 PM Jungman Neighborhood Library Get your creative juices flowing as you explore the art of creative writing. Poetry, character development and short stories are just some of the writing elements you’ll develop in this program. Today, we're creating Blackout Poetry. Intended for tweens and teen audiences ages 9-18.
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