Thursday, November 18, 2010

I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore

John may seem like an ordinary teenager to those who do not know him.  However, John is anything but ordinary.  John is from the planet Lorien and is seeking solace on Earth because his planet has been destroyed by the Mogadorians who are trying to destroy his race.  Three like him have been killed, John is number four.

Even if you normally do not enjoy science fiction, you will probably enjoy this fast paced book.  Be sure to read it before the release of the movie in February.  The movie is produced by Steven Spielberg and stars Alex Pettyfer, Timothy Olyphant and Dianna Agron.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Coming soon to Teen Fiction


Jane by April Lindner

Jane Moore finds herself forced to drop out of Sarah Lawrence due to her inability to afford school after the unexpected death of her parents.  Determined to find a job and save money to go back to school, Jane takes a job as a nanny for a famous rock star.  Jane is a modern retelling of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë.  However, one does not need to have read, or enjoyed Jane Eyre to enjoy this fun new romance.  Those who have read Jane Eyre will enjoy drawing parallels between the two stories.

Jane will be released on October 11, 2010.



Wednesday, September 15, 2010

$5000 Book Scholarships for College Bound High School Seniors


Author James Patterson is giving away over $70,000 in gift certificates to college bound High School Seniors to use to purchase text books. 

To win the certificates, high school students can visit http://jamespatterson.com/dollars-for-scholars-entries.php.com and enter into and win an essay contest. The essay question is “How has your favorite book inspired you toward what you’d like to do in life?” The fifty-six students whose applications, which will be
read by James Patterson and select members from his ReadKiddoRead.com board, show the
most creative thoughts on how books can energize real-life pursuits will receive the following:
one of eight first-place awards of $5,000 apiece; one of eight second-place awards of $2,500
apiece; or one of forty third-place awards of $250 apiece. This contest is sponsored by Patterson,
who has chosen to work with IndieBound to provide gift certificates for the contest winners.

Monday, August 30, 2010

The Hunger Games Trilogy by Suzanne Collins


The third and final book in The Hunger Games Trilogy, Mockingjay  was released last Tuesday.  I cannot remember the last time I was so excited to get my hands on a book.  If you are one of the many fans of The Hunger Games you may share the same excitement.  For those of you who have not heard of, or read The Hunger Games I highly (stress on highly) recommend that you read it!  The books are written for a young adult audience, but it is something adults won’t be able to put down either.

I don’t want to spoil Mockingjay for those who have not had the chance to read it yet, but I do want to say that odds are you will not be disappointed.  I loved every page and was sad when I finished the book because it is the last of the trilogy.    

The Hunger Games (the first novel) is set to be made into a  movie sometime in the near future (possibly 2011).  Lions gate acquired rights for the movie in 2009.  The screenplay was written by Collins and is currently being polished by another screenwriter.  Casting has not yet taken place.

Thursday, August 5, 2010

New in Teen Fiction

If you are looking for a fun book to enjoy during the last few weeks of summer I recommend Forgive My Fins by Tera Lynn Childs. Lily has been keeping a massive secret from all of her friends and classmates, she is a mermaid! Lily is just not any mermaid. She is the Princess of Thalassinia, a secret mermaid city. Lily’s mother was a terapid (human) making Lily half human and half mermaid. She has been spending time as a human and attending high school on shore to learning more about the human world. During her time on shore she has developed a massive crush on a hunk from the swim team. However, Lily quickly learns that relationships on shore can be just as complicated as those in the mermaid world. Forgive My Fins is a fast paced fun to read book that will likely have you asking when the sequel will be out.

Monday, June 7, 2010

Spend the Summer with Sharon Flake!

There is a great opportunity for 5-12th graders to win a school visit from author Sharon Flake.  We have four of Ms. Flake's books in the teen area, and one in juvenile fiction.  Be sure to stop by and pick up a book.  Remember reading the books can also count towards hours for your summer reading logs.

Win a chance to have Sharon Flake visit your school!



Read any or all of Sharon Flake's books from June 1st - August 13th, 2010.
Write a 500 word essay about how one of Flake's novels, short stories, or poems has affected your life or changed the way you look at your community.  This reading contest is open to students in grades 5-12 who live in the lower 48 states.  All essays are due by Friday, August 13, 2010.  Please email essays to flake.sharon@gmail.com

The winner will be announces on Tuesday, September 7, 2010.

For further contest details, check out the contest page:
 
Prizes Include:
1. First place winner will receive a free school visit from Ms. Flake.
2. Second place winner will receive an autograph copy of one of Ms. Flake's books and one set of books for their English, Language Arts or Reading classroom.
3. Third place winner will receive an autograph copy of one of Ms. Flake's books and will receive one signed collection of all Ms. Flake's books for the school library.  

Monday, April 26, 2010

New in Teen Fiction

Birthmarked by Caragh O’Brien

Gaia has been raised near Un-Lake Michigan (the now dried up Lake Michigan) in the shadows of the Enclave. The Enclave is a mysterious walled community that those from the outside are not permitted to enter. In exchange for food, water and other supplies those on the outside often serve the Enclave. Gaia is preparing to serve the Enclave as a midwife and attends numerous births with her mother while in training. Those on the outside know that they may have to give their child up at birth to become a member of the Enclave. Midwives are required to “advance” the first three deliveries they assist with each month to the Enclave where the children will lead a privilege life. Gaia has never questioned the system until her mother and father are taken to the Enclave for questioning. Now Gaia is left with questions about what is happening inside the Enclave and why her parents have been taken away. What will Gaia learn? Will she ever see her parents again? What happens to the babies once they are advanced to the Enclave?

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Earth Day Craft


Stop by the Teen Department this afternoon between 3:30 and 5:30 to make a recycled magazine basket/bowl.  All materials will be provided.  This program is for teens in 6th through 12th grade. 

Monday, April 12, 2010

National Library Week

This week is National Library Week. National Library Week is an annual celebration of the contributions of libraries and librarians. Tomorrow at the city council meeting Mayor Randall will read a proclamation declaring the week of April 11th - 17th National Library Week. In celebration of National Library Week be sure to stop by and check out a book or attend one of our many programs. Click here to access the library calendar of events.

If you would like to show additional support for Texas libraries take a few minutes to e-mail or write to local legislators telling them what you like about your library and why libraries are important to you. To find out where to send your e-mail or letter, visit the Texas Library Association website.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Fall Programming Survey

It's hard to believe that the library is already trying to plan for the fall when spring just started, however Miss Lindsay is working on plans for fall programs in the teen department. Please follow the link below to take a short three question survey about what kinds of teen programs you would like to see at the library in the fall.


Click here to take survey

Monday, April 5, 2010

TeenBookCon

This Saturday, April 10th there is a Teen Book Con being held at Taylor High School in Houston.  Author Sharon Draper is the keynote speaker.  There is a full day of events planned and they will have books available for purchase.   For more information please visit http://www.teenbookcon.org/Home.php

Teen Programs

This week there are two teen events happening at the library!

Be sure to stop by the library Wednesday (April 7th) night from7:30 to 8:30 for Teen Advisory Board.  Teens in 6th through 12th grade are encouraged to join and provide valuable feedback about what kinds of programs, books, movies, etc. they want the library to have.  Participation counts as service/volunteer hours for honor societies, school, church, or any other organization that requires hours. 

Also, on Friday (April 9th) teens are invited to search the library after hours for lost treasure.  Teens will follow a series of clues on a hunt for bags of treasure that includes a Half Price Books gift card!  Be sure you're here before the library closes at 6:00 pm, the program will start at 6:00 pm in the theater.  Teens can be picked up at 7:30 pm when the program ends.

If you have any questions about this week's programs please feel free to contact Lindsay Faust, Teen Librarian at (281) 554-1102 or lindsay.faust@leaguecitylibrary.org

Friday, March 12, 2010

Explore the Universe @ your library

The American Library Association is offering a chance to win four prize packages for the Hubble 3D movie that opens March 19th. The contest is open to students in K-12. Please visit http://www.atyourlibrary.org/hubble to enter the contest. Answer the questions in the quiz, if you get all of the questions correct you will be entered to win the prizes. The contest runs through April 30th.

Prizes include:
Grand prize (1 winner): 25 IMAX® tickets, a telescope and a signed Hubble 3D poster
1st prize (1 winner): Family 4-pack of IMAX® tickets, a telescope and a signed Hubble 3D poster
2nd prize (2 winners): Family 4-pack of IMAX® tickets and a Hubble 3D poster
3rd prize (3 winners): Pair of IMAX® tickets and a Hubble 3D poster

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Game On!

Stop by the theater tonight for Game On!  Play Wii, X-Box 360, or a board game. 

Monday, March 8, 2010

Vote for next years Teen Tech Week theme.

YALSA is seeking teens to vote for next years Teen Tech Week theme.  You can vote at this link :

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ttw2010

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Teen Tech Week

Teen Tech Week starts this Sunday, March 7th.  To kick off the week, the teen department is hosting a Podcasting Basics program.  Teens are invited to join us on Sunday, March 7th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm to learn how to make a podcast.  We also will be having a Video Basics program on Tuesday, March 9th from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. 

Teens are also invited to volunteer to help others learn how to use Facebook, MySpace, GMail and other technology related things.  Adults are welcome to stop by the library between 1:00 and 3:00 pm to get some assistance from our Teen Tech Guru's.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Teen Advisory Board

 The next Teen Advisory Board meeting is March 3rd, from 7:30 to 8:30 pm.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins


Exciting news for those of you who have enjoyed the Hunger Games and Catching Fire as much as I have, Mockingjay, the final book in the Hunger Games will be released August 24!

If you haven't read the Hunger Games and Catching Fire, I would recommend putting a hold on the books now! The series is set in a dystopian society divided into 12 districts. The districts serve the capitol by providing them with various resources and services. District 12, the district the main characters are from mine coal. Each year two children are choosen from each district to fight in the capitol sponsered "Hunger Games." The only way to win is to be the last "tribute" alive.

The Hunger Games is set to be released as a movie in 2011. Right now the film is in preproduction and there aren't too many details available.