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Teenreads.com Newsletter
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July 2007
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Are You Done Yet?
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"Are you done yet?" You know what I am talking about. Have you finished HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS? From what we are seeing, MANY of you have finished it already. Thus we have a new poll running on our Harry Central feature asking which book is your favorite. I have not yet finished it, as I am making it a more leisurely read. My husband and sons HAVE finished it, and thus I make them whisper or leave the room when they talk about it. You can read our review here, and you can see the results of our last Harry Potter Poll here. Stuck on what to read this summer now that you are finished with Harry? May we suggest you take a look at our Teenreads.com Summer Beach Bag of Books feature? We are spotlighting 10 books that we think you will NOT want to miss. We awarded prizes to five readers in our Summer Beach Bag of Books Contest. You can see our winners here. More great options are available on our Teenreads.com Ultimate Reading List --- 250 plus great ideas to be exact. Our poll this month asks about how many books you pack to take on vacation. Everyone in my family seems to have a bag of books and a bag of clothes. How about you? Our question this month asks what 3 books you would most want to pack to take with you this summer. Answer our Poll and Question of the Month. Here's hoping you are finding a great place to read this summer and terrific books to enjoy while you are there. |
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HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS is Here at Last!
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HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS by J.K. Rowling (Fantasy)
Internal and external struggle, and eventually, peaceful resolution, are the key ingredients in the heady potion that is HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS. Loyal readers get one final, long, complex draught from J.K. Rowling’s decade-old concoction in the concluding book of the series. So raise your glass --- this one really satisfies, and there’s nothing that tastes quite like it.
-Click here to play the DEATHLY HALLOWS trivia games.
-Click here to visit the all-new Harry Potter site on Kidsreads.com.
In the weeks leading up to the release of HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS, Teenreads.com conducted a poll in which we asked readers to weigh in with their thoughts on the seventh and final book, the film adaptation of HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX and the series overall. Questions included "How long will it take you to read the book?" "What is your favorite book in the series?" and "Which characters will die?"
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Click here to read our review of HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS.
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Book Giveaway: ASK HAYLEY: Real Answers for Today's Teen, by Hayley DiMarco
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To celebrate the release of ASK HAYLEY: Real Answers for Today’s Teen by Hayley DiMarco, Teenreads.com is offering readers the chance to win one of 50 copies of the book. To enter, please fill out this form by Tuesday, August 21st.
ASK HAYLEY: Real Answers for Today’s Teen by Hayley DiMarco (Practical Living)
You know her, you love her, and now she’s here to answer your questions on everything from boys to breakups and fashion to friendship. In this first issue of ASK HAYLEY you’ll get real answers to the real questions you’ve submitted at askhayley.com. Plus, take quizzes on stuff like friendship, crushes and how to figure out if your bff is a mean girl.
Hayley DiMarco has the answers to the questions you are asking right now!
-Click here to read more about ASK HAYLEY.
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Click here for all the contest details.
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HarperTeen Summer Sweepstakes
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HarperTeen, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, is sponsoring a sizzling hot giveaway this summer that gives you the opportunity to win some amazingly cool prizes. All you have to do is subscribe to their HipLit newsletter between now and August 8th and you will be entered for a chance to win one of four HarperTeen Summer Prize Packs, which include: a library of books for you and a friend, a super-cute digital video camera to record your summer adventures and an iPod Shuffle for storing your summer soundtrack, among other tunes.
Visit HarperTeen.com today and discover sizzling summer reads at HarperTeen, like AVALON HIGH and READY OR NOT by Meg Cabot, STARTLED BY HIS FURRY SHORTS by Louise Rennison, GOOD GIRLS by Laura Ruby, WICKED LOVELY by Melissa Marr, SECRETS OF PEACHES by Jodi Lynn Anderson and FLAWLESS by Sara Shepard.
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Kimani TRU: Novels For, By and About Teens --- Now Featuring: FAST LIFE by Cassandra Carter
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FAST LIFE by Cassandra Carter
Caught up in a world of easy money, designer labels and drug-dealing boyfriends, sixteen-year-old Kyra Jones is living life on the fast track. But when her single mom is offered a job that takes Kyra away from her old Chicago neighborhood, and the drugs and gang violence that go along with it, she finally realizes that there's more to life than Gucci, Prada and ghetto-fabulous bling. Starting over in a new place, with a new boyfriend, Justin, gives Kyra hope that life can be different. But sometimes the fast life catches up to you. And for Kyra, her only hope is to stay one step ahead of trouble.
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FAST LIFE is available in 3 formats: Book, Digital Audio and eBook.
-Click here for more information about the eBook version of FAST LIFE.
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Click here to read more about Kimani TRU.
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Now in Stores: PRIME CHOICE by Stephanie Perry Moore
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High school senior Perry Skky, Jr. is handsome, popular, smart and the best football player in the state. But when he thinks about taking his relationship with his girlfriend, Tori, to the next level, Perry must choose between doing what feels good or doing right by God.
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Click here to read more about PRIME CHOICE.
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Cool New Books for July
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As difficult as it may be to believe, there ARE books releasing this month whose main character isn't a bespectacled young wizard. July’s roundup of Cool New Books includes SEALED WITH A DISS, the eighth installment in Lisi Harrison’s Clique series, where “the only thing harder than getting in is staying in”; SOMEONE LIKE SUMMER by M. E. Kerr, a thought-provoking story of race, the exploitation of immigrants and forbidden love; Ellen Wittlinger's PARROTFISH, in which a courageous person dares to show the world his true self and in the process discovers who his real friends are; and two fantastic works of fiction from Neil Gaiman --- one is a collection of short stories called M IS FOR MAGIC, and the other, INTERWORLD, is about a boy who one day gets lost in his own town and walks right out of his universe.
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Click here to read our Cool New Books roundup for July.
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July's New in Paperback Roundup
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July’s roundup of New in Paperback titles includes AVALON HIGH, a stand-alone work of fiction from Meg Cabot in which the legend of King Arthur and Sir Lancelot comes to life --- in a suburban high school; M. E. Kerr’s YOUR EYES IN STARS, the story of two unlikely friends who meet during the Depression and the young convict who starts off a series of events that may force them apart; JUST LIKE THAT, a novel by Marsha Qualey that explores a tragedy's unexpected consequences for an intelligent and complicated young woman's understanding of family, friends and self; and THE SCIENCE OF PHILIP PULLMAN'S HIS DARK MATERIALS, in which Mary and John Gribbin reveal the science behind Philip Pullman’s bestselling fantasy trilogy.
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Click here to see what's new in paperback for July.
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Teenreads.com Reviews
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M IS FOR MAGIC: Stories by Neil Gaiman (Short Stories/Fantasy/Horror)
Bestselling author and master storyteller Neil Gaiman presents a breathtaking collection of stories for young readers. These tales may chill or amuse, but they always embrace the unexpected. Reviewed by Sarah Sawtelle.
-Click here to read an excerpt from M IS FOR MAGIC.The greatest Alchemyst of all time. A pair of twins. An apprentice with evil plans. And an ancient book of secrets. What if all the legends are true? History and the future may never be the same. Reviewed by Jonathan Stephens.
-Click here to read an excerpt from THE ALCHEMYST. Veteran young adult writer M. E. Kerr tells the story of one turbulent, emotionally intense summer in the life of a young woman. Race, politics and current events mix with first love in this provocative story that is bound to elicit discussion. Reviewed by Norah Piehl.
-Click here to read an excerpt from SOMEONE LIKE SUMMER. Troy White has a phenomenal gift: he can predict any football play before it happens. When Troy's single mom gets a job working in public relations for the Atlanta Falcons, Troy figures it's his chance to prove what he can do. But first he has to get to the Falcons --- and with tight security and a notoriously mean coach, even his mom's field passes aren't much help. Reviewed by Joy Held.
-Click here to read an excerpt from FOOTBALL GENIUS. One of the first novels for young people to explore transgender issues, PARROTFISH by acclaimed writer Ellen Wittlinger tells the story of a courageous individual who dares to show the world his true self --- and by doing so, he discovers who his real friends are. Reviewed by Norah Piehl. Avi hearkens back to Charles Dickens's London in THE TRAITOR'S GATE, a tale of treason, intrigues and family loyalties. Plenty of plot twists and vivid descriptions of Victorian England add excitement to this historical coming-of-age story. Reviewed by Norah Piehl. Analise rides her bike down a mountainous road at 11 p.m. on a Friday night after babysitting. Meanwhile, Laurie couldn’t believe her luck when Quin asked her out to a party, but she’s disgusted by his drinking and attempts to seduce her. Quin hits what he thinks is a deer on the side of the road and drives on after seeing nothing in the dark. He can’t let anything ruin his athletic scholarship. Reviewed by Amy Alessio.
TIME OF THE EAGLE by Sherryl Jordan (Fantasy/Action & Adventure)
For the first 15 years of her life, Avala and her tribe have been constantly moving, hiding and running for their lives from an evil ruler. But the people have faith that one day a God-given prophecy called the Time of the Eagle will prove true, where all of the warring clans will come together to overthrow the evil ruler and find peace. Then, on the night of Avala’s 16th birthday celebration, a second prophecy emerges --- one that appoints Avala to the important role of ambassador in order to reunite those tribes. Reviewed by Chris Shanley-Dillman.
SPELLS & SLEEPING BAGS by Sarah Mlynowski (Fiction)
In this charming third installment of Sarah Mlynowski’s series, Rachel is no longer a wannabe witch --- she is a witch! As Rachel heads to camp, though, it becomes obvious that she needs to refine her magical spells, which go hilariously awry. Reviewed by Terry Miller Shannon.
VAMPIRE KISSES 4: DANCE WITH A VAMPIRE by Ellen Schreiber (Mystery/Romance)
Now that Raven and her vampire boyfriend Alexander have driven the deadly twins from Dullsville, there is only one threat left --- their younger brother Valentine, zipping through Dullsville on his coffin-shaped skateboard. Not only is he fast and deadly, he has taken an interest in Raven’s younger brother Billy. Reviewed by Amy Alessio.
THE WIZARD HEIR by Cinda Williams Chima (Fantasy)
Sixteen-year-old Seph McCauley is a wizard who’s frustrated that he can’t control his powers and desperately searches for a solution to his growing problems. So when he’s enrolled in an all-boys’ school called the Havens, he thinks his wish has come true. Unfortunately, he gets caught in the middle of a game that threatens to turn into an all-out wizard war. Reviewed by Sarah Sawtelle.
SAINTS OF AUGUSTINE by P.E. Ryan (Fiction)
Sam and Charlie were best buddies until Sam decided that their friendship was over. As each faces mounting problems in his personal life, can a reconciliation be the only way to move on? Reviewed by Brian Farrey.Part mystery, part fable and part fantasy, this charming tale is about an abandoned orphan named Ruby June and the quirky and kind-hearted residents who live in a magical town in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia. Reviewed by Donna Volkenannt.
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Click here to read our Teenreads.com reviews.
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Manga Reviews
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The following reviews are courtesy of the graphic novel review website for teens No Flying No Tights:
ALIVE: THE FINAL EVOLUTION, Volume 1 written by Tadashi Kawashima, art by Adachitoka (Del Rey)
All over the world, people are committing suicide by the thousands and no one can figure out why. Is it a cult? Is it mass hysteria? Or is it a "suicide virus," as some theorists claim? Taisuke realizes that he's connected to the horrible events. But is he being pushed to help the people left behind, or is he unwittingly part of the group pulling them over the edge? Reviewed by Robin Brenner. GOOD AS LILY by Derek Kirk Kim and Jesse Hamm (Minx)
Have you ever wondered what you'll be like when you grow older? How about when you're really, really old? Lily gets to find out, as three different versions of herself appear just in time to mess with her already crazy life. Reviewed by Eva Volin.
MUSHISHI, Volume 1 by Yuki Urushibara (Del Rey)
Some live in the deep darkness behind your eyelids. Some eat silence. Some thoughtlessly kill. Some simply drive men mad. Shortly after life emerged from the primordial ooze, these deadly creatures, mushi, came into terrifying being. And they still exist and wreak havoc in the world today. Ginko, a young man with a sardonic smile, has the knowledge and skill to save those plagued by mushi --- perhaps. Reviewed by Robin Brenner.Yukari's life changes when she discovers that her high school beauty Ryoko is actually Ryo, a boy who is a bottom-rung talent for the Penguin Talent Agency. Hired by Penguin to act as Ryo's manager, Yukari faces a host of obstacles, including bizarre disguises, living with two new roommates, and tangling with a vindictive celebrity to help her new friend become the brightest star in Japan. Reviewed by Snow Wildsmith.
VAMPIRE KNIGHT, Volume 1 by Matsuri Hino (VIZ Media)
A high school headmaster wants to prove that vampires and humans can live together: his school is divided into the Day Class, full of human students, and the Night Class, populated by young vampires. Of course, the Day Class has no idea just why their counterparts must attend classes starting at twilight, and two students, Yuki and Zero, are given the task of keeping secret the Night Class's true nature. Reviewed by Robin Brenner. |
Click here to read our Manga reviews.
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Christian Fiction Reviews
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TrueColors
HARSH PINK: COLOR ME BURNED by Melody Carlson (Fiction)
By winning a coveted spot on the cheerleading squad at her new high school, Reagan Mercer accidentally bumps Kendra Farnsworth from the lineup and makes a new A-list enemy. Life at home isn't much better as Reagan struggles to deal with her grandmother, who suffers from Alzheimer's. After a tragic accident and drinking party gone too far, can Reagan still make the right choice? Reviewed by Michele Howe.
Christy MillerChristy Miller is going to Europe on a three-week missions trip with Doug, Katie and Tracy. She is so excited to be headed for Belfast with her friends, despite some tension among them. But when plans go topsy-turvy at the last minute, Christy must face her fears and realize that some things are more important than her own comfort. Reviewed by Jennifer Crosby.
The Secret Life of Samantha McGregor
Kayla Henderson is missing, and everyone, including Samantha McGregor, assumes she ran away. But then Samantha has a vision where Kayla is tied up with duct tape over her mouth. If Kayla really is in danger, then time is running out! Reviewed by Michele Howe.
Stand-Alone Title
Knuckle Sandwich is the next big thing in Christian rock music. It's a band formed by three Midwestern college students with three very different dreams. But as they move from the youth group circuit to opening national tours, the friends begin to experience the perils of celebrity. Reviewed by Jennifer Crosby.
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Click here to read our Christian Fiction reviews.
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Recent Bookreporter.com Titles Perfect for Teens
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CRASHING THROUGH: A True Story of Risk, Adventure, and the Man Who Dared to See by Robert Kurson (Biography)
In his critically acclaimed bestseller SHADOW DIVERS, Robert Kurson explored the depths of history, friendship and compulsion. Now he returns with another thrilling adventure --- the stunning true story of one man's heroic odyssey from blindness into sight. Reviewed by Shannon Luders-Manuel. Jon Katz is one of America’s best-loved dog writers, and his keen insights into the animal world have earned him the title of Squire of Bedlam Farm. His new memoir, DOG DAYS, allows us to live our dreams of leaving the city for the country, and shares the unpredictable adventure of farm life. Reviewed by Judy Gigstad.
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Click here to read our reviews of Bookreporter.com titles perfect for teens.
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Poll: How Many Books Do You Take on Vacation?
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If you are going on vacation for a week, how many books do you pack?
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2-3 4-5 More than 5 I do not pack books when I go on vacation.
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Question of the Month: What Books Would You Take on Vacation?
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This summer, what three books would you most want to pack for your vacation?
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Word of Mouth: Tell Us What You're Reading and You Could Win A Book!
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This contest period, one lucky teen reader will be randomly chosen to win a copy of SOMEONE LIKE SUMMER by M. E. Kerr. (Click on the link below for the official rules.) To automatically enter to win, e-mail us your recommendations and book ratings.
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Post your Word of Mouth comments here.
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Have a great month...and make some time each day to read something you enjoy!
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