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"'I'm a bit old for fairy tales,' I say. 'Don't you think?' 'No one is too old for fairy tales,' says Mark." ~ from Nick Lake's There Will Be Lies
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Greetings! Hello, I'm Caroline Peterson, and I am the editor of the Teen Scene E-Newsletter. I am also the Teen Librarian at the Southwest Library. As an avid reader of young adult literature, I hope you enjoy these recommendations! Please email me at cbpeterson@dconc.gov if you have any thoughts or questions! I just finished reading Gabi, A Girl in Pieces by Isabel Quintero. This book reminded me of one of Judy Blume's novels like Forever or Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret. Gabi is trying to deal with so many problems, like her best friend getting pregnant, her father's drug addiction, and accepting that she's a big girl. This book is written like a diary, so I really got to know Gabi and laugh with her and cry with her. If you'd like to read Gabi, A Girl in Pieces, you can find it in the Young Adult Fiction section, under the call number, YAF Quintero.
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| All Fall Down: An Embassy Row Novel by Ally CarterSuspense. Everyone says her mom's death was an accident, but 16-year-old Grace knows it was murder. Even after years of being called "crazy," Grace can't forget the scarred face of the man who shot her mother. Though she's hoping to start over in Adria, the European country where her grandfather is the U.S. ambassador, Grace has trouble fitting in among the teenage sons and daughters of the international elite. And after she spots a familiar, unforgettably scarred face, Grace's thirst for revenge is anything but diplomatic. Mean girl social drama combines with high stakes action in this twisty, suspenseful series opener from the author of the popular Gallager Girls and Heist Society series. |
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| Hellhole by Gina DamicoFantasy. Max Kilgore might be stressed out and geeky, but he's generally a good guy. Yet it only takes one little misstep on Max's part to conjure up Burgundy Cluttermuck, a track-suit-wearing, junk-food-eating devil. Burg won't budge from Max's basement unless Max meets his demands -- which include a free mansion and a hot tub. If Max succeeds, Burg will heal his sick mom. But if he doesn't deliver, the consequences will be bloody. Packed with "wry wit and constant dark humor" (Kirkus Reviews), this irreverent tale of a deal with the devil gone wrong is great pick for fans of Maureen Johnson's Devilish or A.M. Jenkins' Repossessed. |
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| I Was Here by Gayle FormanMystery. After months of slowly losing touch with her best friend Meg, Cody is surprised to receive an email from her -- and horrified to realize that the email is a time-delayed suicide note. Even in her grief, Cody can't help wondering: Why would Meg kill herself after she'd finally made it out of their stifling small town? Could Meg's death be connected to the encrypted files on her laptop? And can Cody trust her growing feelings toward Ben, the guy who broke Meg's heart? Similar to Nina LaCour's Hold Still, I Was Here takes a realistic look at the unanswered questions of suicide and the ache of loss. |
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| The Shadow Cabinet by Maureen JohnsonParanormal Thriller. Just as she's starting to get used to her London boarding school, American student Rory's secret identity makes it too dangerous for her to stay. Along with her fellow Shades (London's underground, ghost-busting police force), Rory has to stay on the run if she hopes to rescue two lost friends -- one kidnapped, one trapped between life and death -- and elude the death-obsessed occultists who want to take advantage of her supernatural powers. Start with the previous books in the Shades of London series (The Name of the Star and The Madness Underneath) to get the full impact of the skillful world-building and seriously creepy villains in this paranormal page-turner. |
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| There Will Be Lies by Nick LakeFiction. Seemingly out of nowhere, 17-year-old Shelby's sheltered life is beginning to implode. First, she gets injured when she's hit by a car. Next, her (usually cautious) mother pulls her out of the hospital and takes her on the road, claiming that they're being chased by a violent figure from her past. And now, when Shelby closes her eyes, she finds herself in the mythological landscape of the Dreaming, where a coyote sends her on an urgent quest. Taut pacing and unpredictable revelations will keep readers on their toes as they, like Shelby, try to figure out where the truth lies when fantasy and reality overlap. |
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| The Butterfly Clues by Kate EllisonSuspense. The death of her older brother, Oren, has only heightened Lo's obsessive-compulsive tendencies, which now include wandering through "Neverland," the dangerous neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio, where Oren died of a drug overdose. While exploring Neverland one night, Lo narrowly avoids being shot; when she later discovers that she stumbled upon a young woman's murder, Lo becomes obsessed with finding the girl's killer. The Butterfly Clues offers not only a fast-paced suspense story, but also a realistic portrayal of a complex heroine. |
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| Fake ID by Lamar GilesMystery. He's gone by Steven, Logan, Tyler, and Tony, but you can call him Nick. Nick's dad's criminal activity landed their family in Witness Protection, and his dad's continued shady habits keep them on the move. Nick is starting to settle into their latest home in Stepton, Georgia, when his friend and fellow high school journalist Eli turns up dead. The police say it was suicide, but Nick and Eli's sister Reya aren't buying it. In a shocking, action-packed investigation, Nick and Reya work to uncover the secrets that got Eli killed -- but can they do it without exposing Nick and his family? |
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| Ten by Gretchen McNeilMystery. Best friends Meg and Minnie are expecting an awesome weekend at an exclusive, two-day house party on isolated Henry Island. But once they arrive, the girls feel a sense of foreboding...the hostess is conspicuously absent, the only DVD in the house bears a creepy warning, and as a storm begins to rage outside, the power goes out. Everyone at the party is trapped with no electricity, no phones, no internet, and no way off the island for the next three days. And then the guests start turning up dead. With "all the hallmarks of a traditional slasher flick" (Publishers Weekly), this gory murder mystery based loosely on Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None will thrill horror movie fans. |
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| Far From You by Tess SharpeMystery. Years ago, a car accident left Sophie with permanent injuries and an OxyContin addiction, but it's the recent murder of her best friend Mina that truly leaves Sophie feeling destroyed. She's the only witness to Mina's death, but due to her history with drugs, no one believes her story. As Sophie begins her own search for Mina's killer, she's forced to confront memories of their close and sometimes turbulent relationship, including the heartbreaking events leading up to the murder. Readers who like intricate plots and realistically rough-edged characters will be riveted by this raw, beautifully written mystery. |
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| Mojo by Tim TharpMystery. Finding the murdered body of a classmate in the garbage is horrifying, of course. But for chubby high school loser Dylan, it might also be his ticket to popularity. Certain that his amateur detective skills will earn him respect at school, Dylan (aided by his eccentric buddies Audrey and Randy) investigates a connection between the murder and the disappearance of a teen girl from the wealthy side of town. Sharp, snarky humor and intriguing twists will keep you turning pages in this dark yet quirky tale of drugs, lies, betrayal, and murder. |
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Teen Book Club + Pizza
Monday, March 9, 4:30 pm
East Regional Meeting Room - Full Room
Join our teen book club for lively discussions, pizza and fun! We will be discussing Tuck Everylasting by Natalie Babbitt.
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LGBT Book Club
Monday, March 16, 6:00 pm
Southwest Tutor Room 1/Room 125
This book club is a safe place where LGBT teens and their supporters can read novels that feature LGBT characters and meet other teens with the same interests. The book club meets on the second Monday of every month. Snacks will be provided.This month we will be discussing Proxy by Alex London and Gracefully Grayson by Ami Polonsky.
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Middle School Book Club
Thursday, March 26, 6:30 pm
Southwest Children's Program Room
This month's book is Unwind by Neal Shusterman. Enjoy a lively discussion! Snacks are always provided.At this program books for the March program will be provided. Please register.
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March 8-14, 2015
"Teen Tech Week is when libraries make the time to showcase all of the great digital resources and services that are available to help teens succeed in school and prepare for college and 21st century careers." -YALSA This year's theme is "Libraries Are For Making," so visit your local library to see what you can create at the library!
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MAKE: DIY Projects
March 10- March 12, 3:30 pm
Main Library, Teen Area: 1st Floor
Explore your creativity and celebrate teen read week. Teens bring a friend as we have fun making jewelry, stenciling tote bags, and designing with 3doodlers. Registration is required.
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3D Craft Party
Tuesday, March 10, 4:00 pm
Southwest Meeting Room - Full Room
Libraries are for making
a bunch of 3D crafts! Play around with the 3Doodler, learn about origami, create something using a 3D printer or melt some crayons to create some really cool 3D art. This program is for tweens and teens, ages 9 and up! Registration is required and snacks will be provided.
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Teen Tuesday Night: Happy Early Pi Day!
Tuesday, March 10, 6:00 pm
South Regional - Children's Program Room
Mix up science and art and celebrate Pi Day a little early this year. Eat pie while learning about the joys of Pi! (And theres even a Pi craft.)
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Teen Scene DIY: Science Fact/Science Fiction
Thursday, March 12, 2:30 pm
North Regional Meeting Room
Join us after school for a variety of fun activities especially for teens. Activities include arts and crafts, fashion design, book discussions, and anime club.
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Teen Creative Writing Group Series: Essence of Storytelling
Monday, March 16, 4:30 pm
East Regional Meeting Room - Full Room
Join Phil Locey, our resident author and graduate of UNCs creative writing program, as he facilitates this group for aspiring writers. With an initial focus on the short story form, this meeting will include a discussion on the elements of a successful story, and outlining to thoughtfully develop your story the way you want it told. Refreshments provided.
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Hot Chocolate + Words
Tuesday, March 17-19, 4:00 pm
Teen Area: 1st Floor
Sip on hot chocolate while the teen librarian reads from her favorite YA book. Teens bring your favorite book to share.
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Storytelling Games
Tuesday, March 17, 6:00 pm
Southwest Meeting Room - Full Room
Play storytelling games like Once Upon a Time and Story Cubes to create your own stories! Registration is required. Snacks will be served.
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Digital Storytelling for Teens
Wednesday, March 18, 3:15 pm
South Regional - Children's Program Room
Everyone has a story to tell. Learn some ways to tell yours using the coolest free tools the internet has to offer.
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Teen Scene: Storymatic Storytelling
Thursday, March 19, 2:30 pm
North Regional Meeting Room
Join us to learn the art of Storytelling using the innovative Storymatic system. Six million stories in one little box. Which one will you tell?
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Durham County's Second Annual Storytelling Festival
Saturday, March 21, 10:00 am
Auditorium:1st Floor
Join us at the Main Library for Durham County's Second Annual Storytelling Festival! It will be a day full of laughter, excitement and the rich oral tradition of storytelling. Featured storytellers include Brian Sturm, Alan Hoal, Cynthia Raxter, Ron Jones, Louise Omoto Kessel and Willa Brigham. There will also be refreshments, crafts, a tattoo parlor and other fun activities for the whole family to enjoy!
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Need More Recommendations?
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For personalized reading recommendations from Durham County librarians, try My Next 5! Simply complete an online form to tell us a little about what genres, books, and authors you like (or dislike). A DCL librarian will review your submission and reply with a list of the next five books you should read.
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NoveList Plus is a comprehensive database of fiction and nonfiction titles for all ages, including recommendations, articles, and lists for your fiction and nonfiction needs. DCL cardholders can access NoveList Plus from any computer. |
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