So you’re a dedicated Nerdfighter and you’ve read all 5 of John Green’s books, watched every installment of vlogbrothers, you even have your very own DFTBA t-shirt. But what do you read while you’re waiting for his next book? We’ve got you covered. Check out these picks for fans of John Green’s books.
Did you just finish an awesome book that made you want to stalk the stacks for another similar title? The Lawrence Public Library Teen Zone staff can help you find your next favorite book. This week we’re spotlighting horror with serial killers, ghosts, and vampires! Read More..
Did you just finish an awesome book that made you want to stalk the stacks for another similar title? The Lawrence Public Library Teen Zone staff can help you find your next favorite book. This week we’re spotlighting paranormal historical fiction. Whether you like jazz era American with a supernatural slant, medieval fantasy, or steampunk in a historical setting, we have suggested reading for you.
Summer is almost here, and we’re adding tons of fun new releases to the shelves! May brings us a mix of parnormal, contemporary, science fiction not to be missed. Put holds on these today!
Looking for a funny book? Well we know that people have different ideas of what makes a book hilarious, so we’ve rounded up a list of books that are funny in different ways. There’s something sure to tickle any reader’s funny bone on this list! Read More..
Killer Parties, LGBTQ, Dating, Duct Tape, and Sex! What do all of these things have in common? Is it the description of a new hilarious comedy? No, they’re the topics of new non-fiction books in the Teen Zone. Check them out below, then check them out from the library. Read More..
Happy Birthday Shakespeare! I wonder if the bard ever conceived of something like today’s graphic novel? Hopefully he would approve of the following renditions of his work! If you don’t want a graphic novel, scroll down to the bottom for links to his other works.
The nominees for YALSA’s Teens’ Top Ten have been announced! The Teens’ Top Ten is a “teen choice” list where every title is nominated and voted on by teens. Teens across the country can read them all summer; voting will take place Aug. 15 – Sept. 15 via YALSA’s brand new Teens’ Top Ten site for teens at www.ala.org/yalsa/reads4teens, and the winners will be announced during Teen Read Week in October.
It’s April, and it’s raining books! These are all the April new releases coming to the library soon. Get your holds on now!
Nominations for the Nebula awards in the category of Young Adult Science Fiction and Fantasy have been announced! Which of these have you read? Which one should win? Have you read last year’s winner, The Freedom Maze by Delia Sherman?
The Nebula Awards are voted on, and presented by, active members of Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. at the awards banquet held this year on May 16-19th. Check back here in May to find out who won! Read More..