

Tuesdays at the Castle by Jessica Day George
Castle Glower has a mind of its own and if it likes you, you are in good hands. Princess Celie is the Castle's favorite. Only she can...
Jan 11, 2012


The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater
Based loosely on the mythological water horses, Stiefvater introduces a wild island dominated by its traditional Scorpio races that take...
Dec 30, 2011


The Gates of Sleep by Mercedes Lackey
Mercedes Lackey is usually considered adult fantasy, but many of her fairy tale retellings are appropriate and interesting for young...
Dec 30, 2011


The Beka Cooper Series by Tamora Pierce
Beka Cooper has some typical girl-power characteristics, but she is a deep and complex character. The first book of the series, Terrier,...
Dec 30, 2011


The Game of Sunken Places by M.T. Anderson
Gregory and Brian travel to the back woods of Vermont to spend fall break with Gregory's distant relative. They stumble upon a strange...
Dec 30, 2011


How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell
Although very different from the movie with the same name, this series is entertaining for young readers. It has enough illustrations to...
Nov 28, 2011


The Firework-Maker's Daughter by Philip Pullman
This whimsical tale about Lila, the Firework-maker's daughter, teaches determination, friendship, and loyalty. The illustrations and...
Nov 28, 2011


The Bridge to Never Land by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson
If you have read the previous Peter and the Starcatchers series (highly recommended before jumping into this one), The Bridge to Never...
Nov 24, 2011


Zorgamazoo by Robert Paul Weston
This is the tale of Katrina Katrell and her fabulous adventure with Morty the Zorgle. Together, they try to find the missing Zorgles of...
Nov 24, 2011


The Ruins of Gorlan, (Ranger's Apprentice, Book 1) by John Flanagan
Growing up, Will dreams of joining Battleschool and becoming a famous warrior for his kingdom. However, on Choosing Day, his wish is...
Nov 2, 2011

