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Thursday October 23, 2008
Top Ten
The YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association in Amercia) has released its top ten books from 2008
Drum roll please…..
1. Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer
2. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling
3. Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney*
4. Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead*
5. Maximum Ride: Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports by James Patterson
6. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
7. The Sweet Far Thing by Libba Bray*
8. Extras by Scott Westerfeld
9. Before I Die by Jenny Downham
10. Twisted by Laurie Halse Anderson*
What do you think? Have you read any of these titles? Are they any good? Any that DON’T belong on the list?
*These titles are not available from Mosman Library at this time, they are on order and should be on the shelf soon! Watch this space…
Tuesday July 22, 2008
cool review site
If you are trying to find that next great book to read, and are looking at something with a little bite or something about personal discovery, this web site might just help you out.
Favorite Teenage Angst Books is site where “it’s okay to have zits, daydream, feel secret stirrings within, and wonder what on earth will happen next in your life”
Basically there are YA book reviews grouped into catagories like journeys, pressure, healing and mixed-up families. So whatever mood you are in, you can find a book to suit.
Plus there are lots of links to author web sites, book sites, and even some info if you are a budding writer
And then see if your fav is in at Mosman Library (of course!)
Tuesday July 1, 2008
The Witch in the Lake
by Anna Fienberg
The Witch in the Lake is a magical adventure about challenging fear and finding courage to face the truth. Great read! 5 out of 5.
by Aydin, age 12
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Tuesday April 15, 2008
Destroying Avalon
by Kate McCaffrey
Destroying Avalon is an accurate and realistic story about cyber bullying and the way it effects people. This is a moving and emotional book, especially for those who have dealt with bullying in the past. It is a book to never forget. 4 out of 5.
by Emma, age 13.
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Goodnight Mister Tom
by Michelle Magorian
Good night Mister Tom is a must read for all people. It gives an interesting view of a certain time frame, and because this book is not written from only one person’s point of view, you get the full overview of what is happening. A true tear-jerker. 4 out of 5.
by Emma, age 13.
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Sunday March 30, 2008
One whole and perfect day
by Judith Clark
This book is good. It is quite unlikely in several parts and the end is ridiculously unbelievable. It is a touching story though, a great tale about a family uniting against the odds, if you enjoy that type of literature. 4 out of 5.
by Emma, age 13.
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Wednesday March 26, 2008
Keeping Mum
A very sweet and sad story about a girl whose mum is an alcoholic. Her ex husband turns up and leaves her in a very bad state. The girl is struggling to look after herself, brother and mum also problems at school until the social services step in. I wish the book did not end I was very touched by it. 5 out of 5.
By Zaynab, age 13.
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Monday January 21, 2008
Reading Rave Review Winner!
We have another Reading Rave Review winner!
‘Ten Things I Hate About Me’ by Randa Abdel-Fattah
A truly inspiring story about how a Lebanese girl, Jamilah, learns to be strong & proud of her culture and identity. 4 out of 5
By Trisha age 15
Congrats to Trisha for winning. There is still one more week to write a review and win. You can pick up a review form at the Library or fill one in online
Wednesday January 2, 2008
Teens' Top Ten
Each year the ALA (American Library Association) puts together a Teens’ Top Ten or “teen choice” list, where teens nominate and choose their favorite books of the previous year.
The run away winner for 2007 was ‘New Moon’ by Stephenie Meyer. This one has also been a huge hit at Mosman Library.
If you are looking for something to read check out the nominations list (pdf), it is full of great books reviewed by other teens.
And don’t forget to review those books that you’ve read, you might just win one of the weekly prizes!!!!
Friday December 28, 2007
Reading Rave Review Winner!
Each week during Reading Rave a book review is selected at random and the author of that review will win a prize. Here is the winning review for this week.
‘White Oleander’ by Janet Fitch
Definitely a must read for all. One of the best books I’ve read. Very touching. 5 out of 5
By Eva age 15