Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Waiting On...

With so many great books coming out, how are you to know what to even be on the look out for? Have no fear! Your faithful Young Adult librarians have been searching ahead to make sure you stay on top of the great teen literature that's out there! So, make note if you like what you see, because soon these fantastic books will be appearing in a library branch near you!

Today we are waiting on...

Lucky Fools by Coert Voorhees
Expected publication: July 10th 2012 by Hyperion Book

From Goodreads:
David Ellison dreams of acting at Juilliard, but he's expected to attend nearby Stanford University, just like all of his classmates at hard-driving Oak Fields Prep. As if wasting his private school education weren't enough, David is also on track to destroy his relationship with his girlfriend, Ellen, when he finds himself falling for his new co-star, Vanessa.

With David's Juilliard audition approaching, and his relationship teetering on the brink of disaster, Oak Fields is thrown into chaos as a mysterious prankster begins attacking the school's highest achievers, determined to sabotage their college aspirations. Anyone who excels is a potential target, and David, the star of every play, could be next.

From the author of the highly praised The Brothers Torres comes a dangerously insightful book about enduring the pressures of high school, surviving the ins and outs of love, and fighting for your dreams, no matter what.

Sunday, February 26, 2012

YA Programs This Week!


Feb. 27, Monday @ 3 pm West Monroe - February is Show Your Stuff Month: Sing For Your Supper at Music City Studios. Light supper following, served at West Monroe Branch.


Feb. 28, Tuesday @ 3:30 pm JR Searcy - Movie: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2. Watch the conclusion to this epic series. Popcorn and soda will be provided.

Mar. 1, Thursday @ 3 pm Carver-McDonald - Time for a Wii Challenge

Mar. 1, Thursday @ 3:30 pm Sterlington - National Pig Day and National Peanut Butter Lover's Day: We will enjoy pigs in the blanket and make our own peanut butter for p, b, & j sandwiches.

Mar. 1, Thursday @ 4 pm Ollie Burns - Extravaganza On the Grounds: Teens will participate in various activites.

Mar. 3, Saturday @ 8 am-noon Main - Practice ACT Test sponsored by Sylvan Learning Center. You must be registered to take the test! Reg @ 327-1490 ex.3024. Follow the instructions on the message. Space is limited so please be on time!

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Across the Universe Trailer



Book Trailer Thursday will be showing you an inside scoop into your favorite books and some upcoming books! Take a look at the awesome book we are featuring today:
 
Across the Universe by Beth Revis
 
 
 

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Waiting On...


With so many great books coming out, how are you to know what to even be on the look out for? Have no fear! Your faithful Young Adult librarians have been searching ahead to make sure you stay on top of the great teen literature that's out there! So, make note if you like what you see, because soon these fantastic books will be appearing in a library branch near you!

Today we are waiting on...


 172 Hours on the Moon by Johan Harstad
Expected publication: April 5th 2012 by ATOM

From Goodreads:
Three teenagers are going on the trip of a lifetime. Only one is coming back. It's been more than forty years since NASA sent the first men to the moon, and to grab some much-needed funding and attention, they decide to launch an historic international lottery in which three lucky teenagers can win a week-long trip to moon base DARLAH 2-a place that no one but top government officials even knew existed until now. The three winners, Antoine, Midori, and Mia, come from all over the world. But just before the scheduled launch, the teenagers each experience strange, inexplicable events. Little do they know that there was a reason NASA never sent anyone back there until now-a sinister reason. But the countdown has already begun. . .

Monday, February 20, 2012

YA Programs this Week!


Feb. 21, Tuesday @ 3:30 pm JR Searcy - Searcy Memorial Library Teen Book Club. Pick the book of your choice.


Feb. 21, Tuesday @ 4 pm Louise Williams - King Cake Party: Come celebrate Fat Tuesday with fun Mardi Gras trivia and a delicious King Cake!

Feb. 21, Tuesday @ 4 pm Ollie Burns - To Be A Slave - This is an essay writing contest for teens.

Feb. 23, Thursday @ 3 pm Carver-McDonald - Black History from Mr. John Ross's Experiences. The Disney movie Selma Lord Selma will be shown.

Feb. 23, Thursday @ 3:30 pm Sterlington - International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day: We will make picture frames with dog biscuits and make "puppy chow" to eat.