AXIS: Info for Teens 12-18.
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2006 Thumbs Up! Nominee
by K.C.
Day of Tears -- Vote For Me!
Her master promised Emma that she would never be sold, but in 1859 she and over 400 other slaves were sold during a two-day auction know as “the weeping time.” Based on a heart wrenching true moment in history.
Multiple voices [master, slaves, runaways, adult, child] combine to create a horrific tale of slavery. In many ways this book is more powerful than reading a historic account. If this book is your choice for the best of 2005, vote for it by using the green ballot available at the library and put it in the box posted in the teen area, or give it to the librarian, or e-mail your choice to davise@aadl.org.
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Animanga Club: Naruto vs. Full Metal Alchemist
by Edith Wharton
They're short. They're blond. One is cursed with a fox spirit, the other is missing limbs. Who would prevail in an all out contest? UPDATE: Ed is winning.. and check out the AMVs!
Two of the hottest anime/manga series go head to head on May 11th at Malletts Creek. Be there to have your say, see episodes from both series, and eat lots of brownies. Bring your fan art, DVDs(if you have a fav ep), books, etc. Blog responses to this and related threads will get prizes!
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Hoot
by Edith Wharton
Look for Hoot, based on the novel by Carl Hiaasen, which should be coming to AA theaters sometime soon. I'm going to try to make it to the free screening tonight and I'll let you know if I think its any good. I really loved the book, so I hope so.
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2006 Thumbs Up! Nominee
by K.C.
Magic or Madness -- Vote For Me!
When her rational, magic-hating mother suffers a mental breakdown, Reason is taken to live with her grandmother, Esmerelda, where she discovers that something as simple as opening a door can bring forth a world of danger. Review after the break.
What a page-turner! The action is tense and suspenseful. Reason's life turns upside down by the simple act of stepping through a door. I love the portrayal of the dark side of magic. If this book is your choice for the best of 2005, vote for it by using the green ballot available at the library and put it in the box posted in the teen area, or give it to the librarian, or e-mail your choice to davise@aadl.org.
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2006 Thumbs Up! Nominee
by K.C.
Heavy Metal and You -- --Vote For Me!
Sam really, really loves heavy metal music and the head-banging lifestyle. Sam is falling in love with Melissa, a “straightedge” who tries, but doesn’t quite understand his passion. Sam must choose between the two.
It took two starts before I got into the story. However, once I did I appreciated this tale of young lovers who try to make their relationship work in spite of being so different. The heavy metal focus is rare in teen lit. Give it a try and let me know what you think. If this book is your choice for the best of 2005, vote for it by using the green ballot available at the library and put it in the box posted in the teen area, or give it to the librarian, or e-mail your choice to davise@aadl.org.
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2006 Thumbs Up! Nominee
by K.C.
Totally Joe -- Vote For Me!
From Addie (his oldest friend) to Zachary (his newest friend) and all the letters in between, Joe writes the story of his life as an alpha-biography for school. Through this he learns about his friends, his family, and his own life as a gay 13-year-old.
I love Joe’s vibrant and honest voice as he shares the goings on in his life. See what you think. If this book is your choice for the best of 2005, vote for it by using the green ballot available at the library and put it in the box posted in the teen area, or give it to the librarian, or e-mail your choice to davise@aadl.org.
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2006 Thumbs Up! Nominee
by K.C.
Invisible -- Vote For Me!
Dougie and Andy are best friends. Despite the fact that Andy is a popular jock and Dougie is a loner who likes to play with matches, they talk all the time—especially about the one night when everything started spinning out of control.
Narrator Dougie’s voice is disturbing, yet holds your attention because the past lurks just beneath the surface of the present. You may well wonder how Andy who seems like such a nice guy, continues to spend time talking with Andy. If this book is your choice for the best of 2005, vote for it by using the green ballot available at the library and put it in the box posted in the teen area, or give it to the librarian, or e-mail your choice to davise@aadl.org.
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2006 Edgar Nominees for Best Young Adult Novel
by K.C.
The Mystery Writers of America 2006 Edgar (Allan Poe) Nominees for Best Young Adult novel after the break:
Down the Rabbit Hole by Peter Abrahams
Last Shot by John Feinstein
Quid Pro Quo by Vicki Grant
Young Bond, Book One: Silverfin by Charlie Higson
Spy Goddess, Book One: Live & Let Shop by Michael Spradlin
The winner will be announced on April 27th, in New York City.
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2006 Thumbs Up Nominee
by K.C.
Looking for Alaska - Vote For Me!
When Miles, an introspective 16-year-old, goes away to an Alabama boarding school, he is looking for “a Great Perhaps.” He finds great friend, great pranks and even a great love, but is haunted by the search for answers after an unexpected tragedy.
This book won the Printz Award is already being talked about as a future classic. It’s going to be tough for the committee to deny it as the best of the Thumbs Up! Nominees. Do you agree?
If this book is your choice for the best of 2005, vote for it by using the green ballot available at the library and put it in the box posted in the teen area, or give it to the librarian, or e-mail your choice to davise@aadl.org.
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2006 Thumbs Up Nominee
by K.C.
Ball Don’t Lie -- Vote For Me!
Sticky is an orphan, has OCD, and is one of the best street basketball players in Venice Beach. As the end of high school approaches, he must make some tough decisions about his future, his girlfriend, and his compulsive shoplifting habit.
If March madness hasn’t given you enough basketball, give this book a look. I loved not only the action stuff at the Lincoln Rec Center but Sticky’s relationship with the guys he plays with who are more family to him than his own.
If this book is your choice for the best of 2005, vote for it by using the green ballot available at the library and put it in the box posted in the teen area, or give it to the librarian, or e-mail your choice to davise@aadl.org.