Ellington Was Not a Street by Ntozake Shange

Thu, 09/01/2005 - 10:28am by Tahira

Ellington Was Not a Street is based on the poem Mood Indigo by Ntozake Shange. This winner of the 2005 Corretta Scott King Illustrator award takes me back to my home Harlem, New York. A beautifully illustrated tribute to great men like Duke Ellington, Paul Robeson and W.E.B. Dubois who once walked the streets that now bear their names.

Australian Award-Winner

Tue, 08/30/2005 - 1:41pm by sstonez

Melina Marchetta's 1992 novel Looking for Alibrandi won numerous literature prizes and landed on the national Australian high school reading list. Saving Francesca is Marchetta's first book in over ten years and her observations of school, family, and spirituality remain spot-on. The protagonist's biting wit and fierce love for her family and friends make this a must-read for fans of Louise Rennison or Laurie Halse Anderson.

Jazzy Miz Mozetta by Brenda C. Roberts

Mon, 08/22/2005 - 4:26pm by Tahira

Join Miz Mozetta as she jitterbugs with a new generation. This beautifully illustrated
Corretta Scott King Honor book celebrates the heyday of Jazz to a rhythm young readers will enjoy.

Eragon on Film

Wed, 08/17/2005 - 2:02pm by Edith Wharton

Filming for the epic fantasy adventure, Eragon, based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Christopher Paolini, is scheduled to begin in August in Budapest, Hungary.

The movie is set for release on June 16, 2006. A world-wide casting search for the title role ended with the selection of newcomer Ed Speleers. Jeremy Irons, John Malkovich, and Djimon Hounsou are said to be in negotiations for key roles. Sienna Guillory will star as Arya.

Kidding Around Boston: what to do, where to go, and how to have fun in Boston

Wed, 08/17/2005 - 9:47am by Blanche

Traveling this summer? Have a look at the Kidding Around series which includes Boston Kidding Around Boston: what to do, where to go, and how to have fun in Boston, Chicago Kidding Around Chicago, and San Francisco Kidding Around San Francisco. This series for ages six through twelve includes historic sites and landmarks, parks, museums, entertainment, sports, a calendar of events, and lots of games and activities. Another fun book about San Francisco is City by the Bay; A Magical Journey Around San Francisco, The City by the Bay: A Magical Journey Around San Francisco by Tricia Brown. San Francisco landmarks are featured in wonderful collage illustrations. This tour guide introduces readers to the history and special features of each landmark. For ages 5 and up.

My Best Friend by Mary Ann Rodman

Mon, 08/15/2005 - 4:27pm by Tahira

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Lily decides Tamika will be her best friend. She tries to impress Tamika with a new bathing suit and learning how to dive. Lily learns you can't always pick who will be your friend. This is a good book for young readers who are learning the complexity of friendships.

Guys Read

Mon, 08/15/2005 - 11:13am by StoryLaura

What fun I had reading Guys Write for Guys Read filled with funny and touching tales from guys for guys and I am a girl! Jon Scieszka edited the collection of stories and he has a fabulous website for kids and parents Guysread.com. Come to the downtown library to see our display of books for guys and gals like me.

Bravo Grace by Mary Hoffman

Thu, 08/04/2005 - 3:49pm by Tahira

First there was Amazing Grace and Boundless Grace then Starring Grace and Encore Grace. Now Bravo Grace continues the story of Grace and the Gang. Grace has to face many changes. Mama is getting married, they are moving into the house next door, and her friends are starting to realize the complexity of boy girl relationships.Mary Hoffman gently handles the sober subjects of death, marriage, divorce and bullying in this addition to the Grace story books.

Howl's Moving Castle

Mon, 07/25/2005 - 1:28pm by erin

Perhaps you saw the flick by Hayao Miyazaki? Miyazaki usually writes his own stories, but he was clearly inspired by this amazing book. Miyazaki also directed My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and Princess Mononoke. Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones is also a must read for fans of Harry Potter! The story is about Sophie who is a hat shop apprentice until a witch turns her into an old woman and she finds herself in the castle of the wizard Howl. Diana Wynne Jones is the author of MANY books - so you will never run out of great fantasy options.

Did you read it over the weekend?

Mon, 07/18/2005 - 7:47am by amy

We know it sold a record 6.9 million copies in the first 24 hours, but did you actually have time to read Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince over the weekend? I only had time enough to get through the first fifty pages, but I'm looking forward to the next 622.