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Submitted by lpeugh on Tue, 05/15/2012 - 5:39pm
These are the winners of our Writing Contest and our Bookmark Contest:
Writing Contest Winners:
Submitted by lpeugh on Mon, 05/14/2012 - 12:00pm
Short and sweet this month, these are the picture books I can't get enough of!
$16.95
ISBN-13: 9781419701771
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Published: Harry N. Abrams, 5/2012
What a delicious way for kids to become acquainted with Julia Child: with her cat! A sweet story with even sweeter pictures, this would make a lovely gift!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780316132886
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 5/2012
I can think of nothing more perfectly suited to a little boy (or girl!) than a book about trucks and dinosaurs combined! The Dinotrux are back and they are not happy - what horrible revenge will they enact? Toddlers will love the bright pictures and hilarious story!
$22.99
ISBN-13: 9780763635060
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Published: Candlewick, 4/2012
Filled with interviews with famous illustrators (including the grumpy dear Maurice Sendak) and wonderful pictures, this is really more a book for adults - the ones who never grew up all the way. Don't miss out on this lovely collection!
Submitted by lpeugh on Tue, 05/08/2012 - 11:41am
Mother's Day is almost here - get something special for the first woman in your life!
$4.99
Model: 29002
A lovely card, handmade with recycled paper, that also benefits charity? Win, win, win!
$42.00
Model: L-1027
A pretty and comfy sweater for the book-loving mom!
A board game, for the mom who wants to spend more time with her family!
$14.99
Model: 728987017896
A candy wallet, for the whimsical mom!
$24.95
ISBN-13: 9781452101262
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Published: Chronicle Books, 4/2012
A delicious cookbook for moms who have a sweet tooth! (Or several)
$15.00
ISBN-13: 9781451673777
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Published: Gallery Books, 4/2012
A snarky book, for the self-proclaimed "scary mommy"!
$14.95
ISBN-13: 9781616281120
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Published: Weldon Owen, 4/2011
A how-to guide for the brand-new mommy!
$16.95
ISBN-13: 9780761166030
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Published: Workman Publishing, 4/2012
A cookbook for moms who need kid-approved recipes!
Submitted by lpeugh on Mon, 04/30/2012 - 3:51pm
I'm doing things backwards again this month, because it's my birth-month and because there are so many amazing YA novels out! Not all of them are out yet, but you can always pre-order any titles, and they'll be out by the end of the month. Enjoy!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9781442433137
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Published: Simon Pulse, 5/2012
Everyone knows the story of the doomed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, but what about Rosaline? Rosaline was the girl Romeo went to the Capulet party to meet and then forgot about, the girl everyone forgets about. "When You Were Mine" is a modern day version of "Romeo and Juliet" told from the forgotten girl's point of view - a heartbreaking read and a strong debut!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9781606843581
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Published: EgmontUSA, 5/2012
They say imitation is the highest form of flattery, but what if someone wasn't content to just be like you...what if they wanted to be you? And what if they would stop at nothing, not even murder, to achieve their goal? Em Bailey's YA debut is a chilling psychological thriller that teens will devour!
$9.99
ISBN-13: 9781442439511
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Published: Simon Pulse, 5/2012
Biler's debut, about domestic abuse, sets an ominous tone from page one. The sense of dread increases as the story goes on, becoming almost palpable. A chilling read!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780374372835
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Published: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), 5/2012
This earth-shaking debut (couldn't help myself!) was written by a screenwriter and it's obvious in the realistic characters, exciting plot, and fast pace! Teens - girls and guys both - will devour this apocalyptic thriller!
PS: this author is a part of the Fierce Reads tour and will be here June 5th! http://www.mrsnelsons.com/event/fierce-reads-tour-stops-mrs-nelsons
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780375869662
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Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers, 5/2012
Davis tackles a tricky subject - a transgender father - with sensitivity and grace. Any teen can get something from "Happy Families" whether they relate to it or learn from it or both. Definitely check this one out!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780316185486
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Published: Poppy, 5/2012
"The Last Princess" has something to appeal to every YA reader (whether they be teen or adult!): an appropriately dismal dystopian setting, English royalty, romance, and adventure. I read straight through to the end in one sitting and now I'm jonesing for a sequel!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780763653125
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Published: Candlewick, 5/2012
An instantly engrossing read about life-changing mistakes and how to come back from them. Teens will relate to the characters and, hopefully, learn from their actions!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780062107794
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Published: Greenwillow Books, 4/2012
Griffin's fabulous debut is pleasantly reminiscent of Lia Habel's "Dearly, Departed". Combining steampunk, Victorian gothic, and Edgar Allen Poe's famous poem is unusual, but it works! I adored this wonderful book and I'm excited to see more from this talented new author!
$8.99
ISBN-13: 9780062020659
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Published: HarperTeen, 5/2012
A vampire novel in the vein (unintentional pun!) of "Van Helsing", J.A. London's (the pen name for a trio of authors) new book is dark, exciting, and romantic. I'm not a Twilight fan, but I loved this book as will all vampire fans and non-fans!
$9.99
ISBN-13: 9781595143808
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Published: Razorbill, 5/2012
What if you could be transformed from a gawky, awkward teen into the most beautiful girl in town? It sounds like a dream come true, but in Daily's spot-on YA debut there are drawbacks. Teens will love this modern-day fairytale - I did! - and I hope Daily continues to write fantastic YA!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780670013999
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Published: Viking Juvenile, 5/2012
Gilt is the perfect read for both a rainy afternoon or a day at the beach - it's lush and expensive setting, dishy royal plot, and a main character you'll identify with from the very start make it an irresistible book! Gilt's different perspective of Henry VIII's court will appeal to both romantics and history buffs!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780803738737
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Published: Dial, 5/2012
Imagine being trapped in the mall, quarantined because of a biological bomb set off in the air vents. Doesn't sound too bad - until you factor in the thousands of people trapped with you, things get ugly fast. A dark, compelling book that ends with a twist - I can't wait for the sequel!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9781250005144
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Published: St. Martin's Griffin, 5/2012
Fukuda's fantastic crossover debut had me engrossed from page one! "The Hunt" tells the story of a future where vampires are "people" and humans merely "hepers" to be hunted and devoured - unless they can pretend to be just like everyone else. Gene has done it his whole life, but once he gets picked to go on an exclusive "Heper Hunt" will he be able to maintain his facade as a hunter? Or will he become the hunted? This ain't your Twihard's vampire novel!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780062024046
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Published: Katherine Tegen Books, 5/2012
Roth's fantastic debut caused quite a stir: NYT bestseller, New Voices Pick, Indie Next Pick, and countless bookseller recommendations; her newest, the sequel, is sure to generate just as much buzz! "Insurgent" begins right where "Divergent" left off, with twists and turns and an ending that will make readers gasp (I did, and I've been thinking about it ever since)! Hunger Games fans should check out this intriguing trilogy!
Submitted by lpeugh on Wed, 04/25/2012 - 11:13am
Better late than never, these middle grade novels are fun, fantastic reads!
$15.99
ISBN-13: 9780547610849
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Published: Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 4/2012
Rosenthal's charming debut, about a Jewish girl growing up during the Great Depression, is perfect for reluctant readers: they'll love the short entries written in prose and their parents will love the historical elements. "Looking for Me" is a great book to feature in the classroom or read at home!
$15.99
ISBN-13: 9780061964206
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Published: Balzer + Bray, 4/2012
Pennypacker's newest, about the power of hope and the joy in everyday things, is sweet and heartfelt. Middle grade girls will love this warm story with a happy ending!
$13.95
ISBN-13: 9781419701948
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Published: Harry N. Abrams, 4/2012
I just adore Tom Angleberger. his books are quirky, hilarious, hilarious, and exactly what kids want to read! "Fake Mustache" is a book all middle grade readers will enjoy, boy or girl, especially those with a scatalogical sense of humor (one of the weapons used in the book, a booger gun, comes to mind!). This is one title you won't have to persuade reluctant readers to pick up - it sells itself!
Submitted by lpeugh on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 5:47pm
I'm doing things backwards this month - why not? It's spring and there are so many wonderful new books out!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780805080810
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Published: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 4/2012
I enjoyed every minute of Brothers' second novel! Not only was it a love letter to New York city, it's an interesting look at the music scene in the 90's. Maria is a strong and likable main character, level-headed and a little insecure at the same time, and infinitely relatable. I will definitely be recommending "Supergirl Mixtapes" to teens and adults!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780375868436
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Published: Schwartz & Wade, 4/2012
A chilling mystery with a surprise ending - teens will gobble this up!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9781595145062
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Published: Razorbill, 4/2012
Let me preface this review with a qualifier: "Immortal City" is not the kind of book I would typically enjoy. I'm not really into angel novels and I don't much enjoy romances. But this debut was so enjoyable that I made an exception! The story of a celebrity-obsessed world (sound familiar?) where angels are the celebrities had me engrossed from the very first page - I definitely recommend this book, both to romance fans and skeptics!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780545169172
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Published: Push, 4/2012
The latest from Siobhan Vivian, a look at the often cruel social hierarchy in high school, is deft, cutting, and current. She captures perfectly the mixed feelings popularity - and unpopularity - can bring. Once I started reading about the eight very different girls featured I couldn't stop until I knew what happened to them! A wrenching and real teen read!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780061799280
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Published: Balzer + Bray, 4/2012
"Glimmer" opens with two teens waking up in each other's arms with no memory of who they are or how they got there. Things just get stranger and more interesting from there! "Lost" fans will love this mysterious treat!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780316182461
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 4/2012
I adore Jackson Pearce and her newest book is just as wonderful as her others: funny, smart, and warm. Women of all ages, teen to adult, will enjoy "Purity"!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780062059932
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Published: HarperTeen, 4/2012
Fans of "Matched" will dive into Cass' stunning debut! It's got everything a girl could want from a YA novel: dystopia, romance, royalty, and intrigue - I couldn't put it down! I'm dying for the next book in the series!
$8.99
ISBN-13: 9780062003324
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Published: HarperTeen, 4/2012
Hartley Featherstone is back and acting as detective once again! This time she's investigating the "twittercide" (death by Twitter) of her school's recently dethroned Queen Bee. Hartley is a smart, witty heroine and Halliday's snappy voice (often compared to that of Veronica Mars) will appeal to teens and adults - I can't wait for more from her!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780316125840
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 4/2012
I Hunt Killers, a thrilling cross between "Dexter" and I Am Not a Serial Killer, is absolutely amazing. The antihero Jazz, the teenage son of an infamous and prolific serial killer, is sympathetic, complex, and fascinating. The story is hideously gory enough to hold the interest (and horrify!) teens and adults. I can't say enough good things about this book and I'm waiting on hatchets and cleavers for a sequel! [Couldn't help myself!]
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780316091138
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Published: Poppy, 4/2012
Calonita's new series is fun, dishy, and relatable. Teens and tweens will enjoy this sweet, and sometimes serious, rags-to-riches tale!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780316182881
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 4/2012
Harstad's amazing American debut had me hooked from page one! It's a creepy cross between "Lost" and The Martian Chronicles and the chilling ending kept me thinking for days afterward. Teens and adults will be clamoring for more from this talented Scandinavian author!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780547628349
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Published: Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 4/2012
The first in a compelling new series, Grave Mercy is a masterful blend of fantasy and historical fiction. Teens and adults alike will race through this fascinating and sophisticated tale of a teen assassin in the Middle Ages! Robin LaFever's YA debut is sure to be a rousing success and, for me, the sequel can't come soon enough!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780763653446
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Published: Candlewick, 4/2012
This re-imagining of the traditional Cinderella story - set in fairytale Japan - is absolutely wonderful! Imaginative, romantic, and adventurous, Shadows On the Moon sucked me in from the very first page. Teens (even those who, like me, aren't normally fantasy readers) will adore this magical debut!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780763654030
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Published: Candlewick, 4/2012
I was extremely impressed with Hautman's newest, the first in a trilogy. It's everything I think science fiction should be: intriguing without being confusing, characters who are strong and relatable, and an ending that left me wanting more! Teens and adults (even those who aren't big sci-fi fans) will enjoy this fascinating and unsettling novel!
Submitted by lpeugh on Mon, 04/02/2012 - 2:35pm
What lovely spring treats these books are!
$17.95
ISBN-13: 9781419701955
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Published: Harry N. Abrams, 4/2012
This charming, lavishly-illustrated picture book follows Rapido, a delivery man, as he goes all over the city, making his deliveries. Kids will love the detailed illustrations and the lift-the-flap portions, very fun and very European!
$15.99
ISBN-13: 9780811878654
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Published: Chronicle Books, 4/2012
This bright, adorable picture book tells the story of two sisters who could not be more different - will Molly learn to get along with Chloe? Or will she always wish for a different sort of sister? Perfect for squabbling (and peaceful!) siblings!
$12.99
ISBN-13: 9780316186414
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Published: LB Kids, 4/2012
This beautiful and innovative board book has a small kaleidoscope embedded in the cover, so kids can spin it around and around and see all the magical pictures it creates. Kids of all ages will be attracted to this one!
$6.99
ISBN-13: 9780316201117
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Published: LB Kids, 4/2012
Birdie is back, in sturdy board book form! She wants to play dress-up in all her mother's pretty things, but in the end realizes she's more comfortable in her own clothes. A sweet and pretty book, perfectly for the fashionable toddler!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780670014057
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Published: Viking Juvenile, 4/2012
Everyone has those days: the day when everything is just "no"! "My No No No Day", with it's cartoonish illustrations, is perfect for kids and parents who are at their wit's end!
Submitted by lpeugh on Thu, 03/29/2012 - 5:21pm
Don't forget to treat yourself!
$25.95
ISBN-13: 9780399158377
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Published: Amy Einhorn Books/Putnam, 3/2012
Lindsay Faye weaves an enchanting tale in her newest novel! She introduces us to Timothy Wilde, a member of the newly formed New York Police Department with Sherlock Holmes-level powers of observation. He has a Herculean task ahead of him: besides solving a string of horrific murders, he must fight the growing tensions in the city between native New Yorkers and the growing number of Irish immigrants. "The Gods of Gotham" was wonderful historical fiction and a chilling mystery - I look forward to the rest of the series!
$24.99
ISBN-13: 9780312640231
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Published: Thomas Dunne Books, 2/2012
Can't get enough of Mad Men? Try reading this woman's account of an ad agency in the 60's - it's delightfully wicked!
$17.95
ISBN-13: 9781419702174
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Published: Harry N. Abrams, 3/2012
Everyone knows who Jeffrey Dahmer was, but none of us actually knew him - Backderf did and he has put together a powerful graphic novel about his high school friendship with the notorious serial killer. It's not necessarily an enjoyable read (there's no happy ending, quite the opposite) but it is definitely fascinating and important.
Submitted by lpeugh on Sun, 03/18/2012 - 11:12am
I enjoyed every one of these books and I think you will too!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780374371807
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Published: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), 3/2012
Moore's hilarious debut serves as both entertainment and warning to nosy girls everywhere: a stalking reputation is hard to shake! Teens will enjoy reading about Cammie's (the stalker in question) escapades and attempts at redemption - will her classmates ever forget her past? If you've ever been in high school, I think you know the answer to that - but read it anyway, you won't be sorry!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780061978067
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Published: HarperCollins, 3/2012
Oliver manages to avoid the pitfalls most authors are prey to when it comes to the second book of a trilogy. "Pandemonium" is fast-paced, instantly engrossing, and full of surprises. Now I'm just DYING for the conclusion!
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780399254239
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Published: Putnam Juvenile, 3/2012
A fun, hilarious chronicle of one girl's freshman year of high school - perfect for anybody, teen or adult, who had trouble navigating those years!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780062066060
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Published: Katherine Tegen Books, 3/2012
Ludwig's modern day retelling of "Robin Hood" is clever and fast-paced. Teen girls will enjoy the first novel in what is sure to be an exciting new series!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780547626147
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Published: Harcourt Children's Books, 3/2012
I'm not normally a fan of romantic or paranormal books, but this debut about angels (both fallen and not) has me hooked! I don't know whether it was due to the lush setting, the strong heroine, or the suspenseful, chilling story, but I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, a departure for me. A lovely start to a new series!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780399255243
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Published: Philomel, 3/2012
"Ripper", as the name implies is bloody - and a lot of fun! This mystery and adventure, set in late 19th century New York, is gory and engrossing, perfect for teen boys!
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780385742375
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Published: Delacorte Books for Young Readers, 3/2012
Lissa Price's impressive debut sucked me in from page one! A dystopian tale (my favorite!) of a future laid to waste, where only the very young and very old survive - with the elderly having the definite advantage. In order to survive, teens must rent their bodies to older people looking to feel young again. But at what cost? Starters is dramatic and engrossing and I can't wait for the sequel!
Submitted by lpeugh on Tue, 03/13/2012 - 3:39pm
We got a big shipment of Out of Print t-shirts in today, including new designs! Check them all out here !
We have sweatshirts, notebooks, kid's shirts, and more! Here is just a sampling of the new styles:
When ordering, please specify in the "Notes" section whether you'd like Women's size Medium, Large, or XL
$28.00
Model: L-1037
When ordering, please specify in the "Notes" section whether you'd like Women's size Small, Medium, Large, or XL
$28.00
Model: B-1042
When ordering, please specify in the "Notes" section whether you'd like Men's size Medium, Large, XL, or XXL
$28.00
Model: B-1041
When ordering, please specify in the "Notes" section whether you'd like Men's size Medium, Large, XL, or XXL
$22.00
Model: Y-1012
When ordering, please specify in the "Notes" section whether you'd like Kid's size XS (2), Small (4/5), or Medium (6/7)
$22.00
Model: Y-1006
When ordering, please specify in the "Notes" section whether you'd like Kid's size XS (2), Small (4/5), or Medium (6/7)
$12.00
Model: 665788868398
