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Why is this a pick?: This adventure story of epic proportions will have you following a girl called September, (an irascible girl!) from Omaha, NE, to Fairyland on the back of a leopard. With aid from a friendly Wyvary (NOT a dragon!), a block of soap, and a young boy named Saturday we will just have to see if she can free Fairyland from the grip of the evil Marquess. |
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Why is this a pick?: A true classic filled with hilarity, warmth, scenes of social injustice, and the ever present hope of good people. This one is on the must-read shelf for a reason! |
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Why is this a pick?: Told from multiple perspectives, this delightful novel shows a coming-of-age story, a love story, and a genius - though not exactly in that order. The mystery that slowly unravels through different eyes is well worth curling up in a cozy chair and reading straight through. |
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Why is this a pick?: In this delightfully illustrated story a young boy is trying to return a scarf to it's proper owner; on one small street in New York City he meets his neighbor's who come from China, Poland, Ireland, and beyond - all kind people, who are willing to help. This story is heartwarming! |
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Why is this a pick?: Fans of Edgar Allen Poe's works will be delighted with this creepy (but delightful!) musical tribute to his mastery of the macabre. Songs include "The Raven" and "The Cask of Amontadillo" and will leave listeners with chills. |
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Why is this a pick?: When a young boy wakes up he knows something is very wrong! He can't find Bobo! He does everything with Bobo! Where can he be? Was he kidnapped by pirates?! Or are there more nefarious forces at work here?
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Why is this a pick?: Four friends want to find a nice dry, quiet place to play until the rain stops. They look high and low and finally find a nice, cozy, dark cave where they can sit and enjoy a game of cards...but, what they don't know is that there is someone else in the cave with them...and he's not very happy! |
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Why is this a pick?: Clink has a few problems. He's a robot all right, but he's an older model and he can't make cookies or play baseball like his friends. He only plays music and makes toast. And his toast is always burnt. Every day one of his friends is taken home and he just sits there. Until one day when the boy who always looks but never buys starts playing his harmonica...and Clink starts to dance. |
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Why is this a pick?: A delightful new introduction to Mark Twain for long time fans or first comers, but be careful, you may end up talking like Huck if you don’t watch out!
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Why is this a pick?: A very fun, and short, introduction to a brilliant artist. Lily Renee was born in Vienna but when WWII erupted she had to flee to England and then to America where she became a celebrated artist of comic books. Her story is both inspiring and, at times, scary - but ultimately triumphant. |
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Why is this a pick?: Feeling out of place in a world that says you should be “just so”? Have you been told you’re “not supposed to be like that”? Well, then, this book if for you. Kate’s refreshingly honest voice reaches out to teens of all walks of “alternative” lifestyles and says “Hey! Guess what? The world needs good people and it doesn’t matter if you’re ‘different’!” Bringing a message of welcome and hope to the many who need to hear it, Kate Bornstein encourages you to feel good about who (and what) you are. |
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Why is this a pick?: Winner of the prestigious Audie award, Katherine Kellgren takes listeners into the ever intriguing – and often quite messy – world of Bloody Jack. This second book sees Jacky heading to Boston to attend a …well, you’ll never guess and should therefore just listen! This story will keep you riveted and wanting more of L.A. Meyer’s brilliantly written character and her wild escapades. |
