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| Love, Hate & Other Filters by Samira AhmedStarring: 17-year-old Maya Aziz, who knows what she wants from college (film school) and dating (her longtime crush Phil), but worries that her protective Indian American parents won't let her follow her dreams – especially after their family is threatened by anti-Muslim violence in the wake of a terrorist attack.
Author alert: This is author Samira Ahmed's debut, and it's already getting buzz for its humor, insight, and authentically drawn characters. |
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| The Cruel Prince by Holly BlackWhat it's about: After being kidnapped and adopted by the faerie warrior who murdered her parents, human teen Jude grew up experiencing a blend of privilege and anti-human scorn, leaving her with a fierce desire to prove herself as a knight of the Faerie Court.
For fans of: Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses series and other dark, intricately plotted fantasies packed with political intrigue.
Series alert: The Cruel Prince is the 1st in a new trilogy from popular author Holly Black. |
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| Don't Cosplay with My Heart by Cecil CastellucciWhat it's about: While facing painful family problems, a distant best friend, and an awkward love triangle, Edan Kupferman finds strength in cosplaying Gargantua, her favorite character from the Team Tomorrow comics.
Who it's for: No matter what fandoms you're in, you'll root for the relatable Edan as she fends off "fake geek girl" accusations and plans her San Diego Comic-Con debut. |
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| Truly Devious by Maureen JohnsonWhat it's about: Sixteen-year-old true-crime enthusiast Stevie Bell arrives at Ellingham Academy (an unusual school for exceptional students) with one goal: to solve a kidnapping that took place there in 1936. Cracking the cold case proves complicated, however, when a present-day murderer begins targeting Ellingham students.
Series alert: Hold on tight and prepare for some cliffhangers in this atmospheric, multilayered mystery: Truly Devious is just the 1st in a trilogy. |
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| Unearthed by Amie Kaufman and Meagan SpoonerIntroducing: American scavenger Mia and English scholar Jules, two opposites who form a shaky alliance to fend off their rivals as they search for world-altering technology in the ancient Undying temple on the planet Gaia.
Why you might like it: Like a science fiction Indiana Jones movie, Unearthed offers both romance and high-octane pacing, as well as an ending that will leave you desperate for the sequel. |
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| The Reluctant Assassin by Eoin ColferWhat it's about: After a wormhole transports Riley, a 14-year-old killer-in-training, from 1898 London to the present day, he's followed by his evil illusionist master, Albert Garrick. Can Riley, along with teen FBI agent Chevie, stop Garrick from changing history to suit his murderous plans?
Series alert: The clever, gruesome, and explosive W.A.R.P. series continues with The Hangman's Revolution and The Forever Man. |
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| Hit by Delilah S. DawsonWhat it's about: In the not-so-distant future, credit card debtors who can't pay face a grim choice: agree to hunt down other debtors, or forfeit your own life. Trapped by her mother's debts, 16-year-Patsy enlists as a bounty hunter/assassin, and soon discovers that every debtor on her hit list has a connection to her past.
Is it for you? Though this violent, provocative, dystopian story (and its sequel, Strike) might not be for everyone, it's sure to grab fans of Alex London's Proxy series. |
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| Crimson Bound by Rosamund HodgeWhat it's about: Straying from the forest path has heavy consequences for Rachelle: she's unwillingly "bloodbound" to a wolfish creature and imbued with deadly supernatural powers. After channeling her abilities into a job as the king's assassin, Rachelle finds herself torn between her feelings for the king's son and for fellow bloodbound Erec.
Try this next: Cruel Beauty, another captivating, fairy tale-inspired fantasy from author Rosamund Hodge. |
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| Grave Mercy by Robin LaFeversWhat it's about: Seventeen-year-old Ismae escapes a brutal arranged marriage and finds refuge at the convent of St. Mortain, where the nuns train female assassins and serve the god of Death. Ismae's first mission is to infiltrate Brittany's high court...but can she follow her orders to kill without question?
Why you might like it: An uncompromising heroine, a heart-rending love story, and a richly described historical setting bring depth to this enthralling 1st in the His Fair Assassin series. |
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| Boy Nobody by Allen ZadoffStarring: "Ben," a nameless boy without a past. Trained by the mysterious Program to be an undercover assassin, Ben's current target is the mayor of New York. But when Ben meets the mayor's daughter Sam, he suddenly finds himself questioning the Program -- and his own identity.
Why you might like it: Awesome spy tech and a lightning-fast pace make this series opener tough to put down.
For fans of: the Jason Bourne movies or Anthony Horowitz's Alex Rider books. |
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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-Fridays, 3:15 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-Fridays, 3:30 PM Smith Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 4:30 PM Young Neighborhood Library FREE 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 Regional Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:30 PM Henington-Alief Regional Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00 PM Jungman Neighborhood Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Mancuso Neighborhood Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:30 PM Moody Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30 PM Morris Frank Library an HPL Express Location Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00 PM Park Place Regional Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Pleasantville Neighborhood Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM Stanaker Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30 PM Stimley-Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30 PM Young Neighborhood Library Looking 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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Anime Club Wednesday, February 7 & 21, 5:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Fridays, 3:30 PM Oak Forest Neighborhood Library 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 Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning for more information.
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Annual African American Celebration and Essay Contest The entire month of February, all day Shepard-Acres Homes Neighborhood Library In honor of African American History Month, students in Pre-k through 12th grade are encouraged to research and write an essay about Acres Homes leaders (past and present) who are community legends.
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Computer Craze Thursdays, 4:00 PM Johnson Neighborhood Library Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM & Saturdays, 10:00 AM Park Place Regional Library Open computer lab time for youth to explore databases, work on homework, and more. Check out all of the digital resources that HPL has to offer.
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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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People's Poetry Wednesday, February 7, 4:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Own your words! Come to the library and build a poem with your friends to find out how much fun poetry in action can be! Use your words, sounds, and even gestures to create poetic art all while learning about word choice, pacing, and structure in this short, hands on workshop. Intended for tweens and teens ages 9-18.
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Retro Games Saturday, February 17, 2:00 PM Bracewell Neighborhood Library Tuesdays, 4:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Saturday, February 17, 3:00 PM Central 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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STEM @ Your Library
Wednesday, February 7,
2:00 PM
Fifth Ward Neighborhood Library
Bring your imagination and let's get crafting! Create exciting projects at the library that you can show off at home. Geared for kids ages 5-10. Please contact your library for further details. Kids STEM: Paper Airplane Challenge
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Tabletop Games
Tuesdays,
4:30 PM
Central Library
Strategy, role-playing and twenty-sided dice – join us and pick your vice! Teens will engage in long and short form RPG games, building character, cooperation and leadership skills in the process.
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Teen Book Club
Wednesday, February 28,
4:15 PM
Young Neighborhood Library
Engage your inner reader and join us for a lively discussion of novel elements as we explore a different book each month. This month’s title: Feburary The Great Shelby Holmes by Elizabeth Eulberg
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Teen Craft
Tuesdays,
3:45 PM
Park Place Regional 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 Movie
Wednesday, February 21,
4:00 PM
Heights Neighborhood Library
Movie time with teen appeal. Now showing Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016). All films rated G-PG13.
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Teen Movie Thursdays, 2:30 PM HPL Express Southwest Thursdays, 5:30 PM Walter Neighborhood Library Angst, adventure, and romance! Movie time with teen appeal. All films rated G-PG13.
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Teen Movie
Saturday, February 10,
1:30 PM
Johnson Neighborhood Library
Angst, adventure, and romance! Movie time with teen appeal. Now showing 42. All films rated G-PG13.
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Teen Movie
Saturday, February 24,
2:30 PM
Looscan Neighborhood Library
Angst, adventure, and romance! Movie time with teen appeal. Now showing Freedom Writers. All films rated G-PG13.
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Teen Movie
Tuesday, February 27,
3:30 PM
Smith Neighborhood Library
Angst, adventure, and romance! Now showing Tron: Legacy. All films rated G-PG13.
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Video Game Tournament Wednesday, February 7 & 21, 5:00 PM Central Library Think you have what it takes to win? Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers in this video game tournament. All games rated E-T. Please contact your library for further details.
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Video Gaming Wednesdays, 4:00 PM Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library Thursdays, 6:00 PM Hillendahl Neighborhood Library Wednesdays, 3:30 PM Looscan Neighborhood Library Monday, February 19, 4:00 PM Ring Neighborhood Library Wednesdays, 3:30 PM Vinson Neighborhood Library Friday, February 16, 3:30 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! Friday, February 9, 4:00 PM Carnegie Neighborhood Library and Center for Learning Tuesday, February 13, 4:00 PM Collier Regional Library Wednesday, February 21, 2:00 PM Fifth Ward Neighborhood Library Saturday, February 24, 2:00 PM Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library Thursday, February 8, 4:00 PM Hillendahl Neighborhood Library Monday, February 26, 4:00 PM Ring Neighborhood Library Wednesday, February 14, 4:00 PM Stanaker Neighborhood Library Saturday, February 17, 1:00 PM Vinson Neighborhood Library Friday, February 9, 4:00 PM Young Neighborhood Library Sometimes what is left behind is the most important thing! Get your creative juices flowing as you create poetry by marking out words from a printed page. Blackout poetry.
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