Staff Picks for Teen Fiction
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In the tradition of "Watership Down" and "Redwall", intelligent animals struggle with political intrigue, betrayal and bravery. Complicated characters make this an excellent read for fantasy or science fiction fans. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Dylan
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In this semiautobiographical book Arnold Spirit decides to transfer from his reservation school to the all white high school in the nearby town of Reardan. Even though Alexie touches on tough issues such as poverty and alcoholism his sense of humor is always present. This story will break your heart even as you laugh out loud. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Amanda
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The hilarious new book by Libba Bray. A plane full of teen beauty queens in route to a photo shoot & the plane goes down on what seems like a deserted island. Was it just a plane malfunction, was it terrorists or did the Corporation have a hand in it... Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Shannon
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Reduced to begging and thievery in the streets of London, a thirteen-year-old orphan disguises herself as a boy and connives her way onto a British warship set for high sea adventure in search of pirates. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Sarah
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Meet Johnny and go along with him as he deals with his really difficult life, finds his identity and falls in love. This is an easy, engaging read that is funny, beautiful and uplifting. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Anna
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Is it possible to save your best friend from a sadistic, cupcake-eating demon (who just happens to go to school with you)? This book is a part chick lit, part gothic thrill ride and all kinds of entertaining. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Leslie
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Amal has normal sixteen year old girl stresses, like what to wear and how embarrassing her parents are. But the big difference between Amal and everyone else at her school is that she is the only Muslim. When Amal decides to start wearing the hijab (the head scarf some Muslim women choose to wear) she knows that it will be the most important decision of her life. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Amanda
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What if a game like World of Warcraft was used to govern society? Video gamers, put down your controller and try this fast-paced, exciting fantasy novel. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Dylan
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Magic, fairies, witches, good vs. evil…at Fablehaven the less you know the safer you are…but who can resist a secret? Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Erin H
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If you liked Ella Enchanted read this book! It’s a great twist on the original Snow White fairy tale. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Anna
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Fans of music in general and metal in particular will enjoy reading about Sam as he navigates his way through love, music, and self discovery. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Anna
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Cammie is a spy-in-training at the top secret Gallagher Academy. At this special school for girls students learn to speak over a dozen different languages and study advanced encryption and covert operations. But Cammie’s life becomes even more exciting when she starts to date a local boy who can never know her true identity. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Amanda
Why is it a pick?
As a sophomore at a secret spy school and the daughter of a former CIA operative, Cammie is sheltered from "normal teenage life" until she meets a local boy while on a class surveillance mission. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Sarah
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After a devastating event she discovers that an ancient curse has affected all the women in her family when they turn eighteen. The only way to break the curse is to solve the three riddles and complete the tasks in the ballad. To do this she will need to draw on the strength of her family, her love and herself. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Anna
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Hilarious and heartfelt, this book is about finding and embracing your identity, even if you wind up being *gasp* a nerd! Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Anne
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Miranda's life is changed forever when an asteroid hits the moon and changes its orbit. Suddenly her worries change from getting a prom date to whether or not her family have enough food to survive the winter. This book will give you a lot to think about! Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Amanda
Why is it a pick?
One of the best books I've read, "Little Brother" is a gripping read for teens and adults that takes a detailed look at terrorism and technology. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Dylan
Why is it a pick?
This book is a very upbeat and fast read. It is written straight to the reader with many colorful characters and an hilarious dialog. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Sarah
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Looking for another vampire series to satisfy? Try this series. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Anna
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Cassia lives in a world where everything is chosen for her. Someone else decides where she lives, what her career is and who she marries. But when she suspects that the wrong choices are being made she starts to doubt everything. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Amanda
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In one of the most original fantasy universes created, Sabriel must risk everything and take up the mantle of the Abhorsen to save her world from a powerful undead creature. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Leslie
Why is it a pick?
This Young Reader's Choice Awards book is humorous and touching. A great book for middle school boys. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Hope
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Cap Anderson has spent his whole life on an isolated farm commune and has never watched TV or eaten pizza. All that changes when his grandmother breaks her hip and he is forced to attend the local middle school. Naive Cap is oblivious to the pranks that are being played on him. And when he is elected (as a joke) as class president he reacts in a way no one expects. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Amanda
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This book is a fictionalized version of the amazing adventures of the 1914 Shackleton Antarctic expedition. All the characters in the book are based on real men including the narrator, eighteen-year-old Perce Blackborow. This book is a thrilling account of this amazing journey. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Amanda
Why is it a pick?
As a child Grace is rescued from certain death by a yellow eyed wolf that lives in the woods behind her house. As she grows up she becomes fascinated with the wolf pack, particularly the one that saved her life. Then she meets Sam, a boy so familiar to her she knows he must be her wolf. This suspenseful story is a must read for fans of paranormal romance and the Twilight Saga. Collection
Teen Fiction
Picked by
Anne
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