Vol. 12: Issue 2, February 2014 Report From Our Director …………… 2 Learn To Use Our Online Catalog ……..… 2 Get Creative.………...... 3

Check Out Our eCollection Today Did you get a new eReader over the holidays? Are you itching to try it out? Use your eReader to its full potential with titles from Livingston Parish Library’s robust eCollection! Our eCollection features eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines. All of our eContent can be downloaded for free with a library card, so what are you waiting for? Check out your favorite title online today.

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eBooks are books in a digital format that can be downloaded to your computer, eReader, and other devices. Livingston Parish Library offers eBooks for download directly from our online catalog to your device with Axis 360. Titles are available in many fiction and nonfiction genres for all age groups.

Mardi Gras Bead Art..………………... 4 Just Ask Libby The Librarian…...……… 5 Around the Library In Photos……...…….….. 6 Friendship Bracelets…. 7 Musical Puppet Show.………….. 8 Valentine’s Day Pop Up Card…....………. 9 Book Recommendations For All Ages………8 & 10

Create Your Own Design With Our 3D Printer!

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Axis 360 offers patrons several apps that will allow them to read eBooks on their computer, eReader, or mobile device without multiple downloads. Axis 360 recently unveiled its own app for tablets and smartphones called axisReader along with Blio, a new multi-platform app that combines multimedia features for an interactive experience. Blio users can adjust font size, place bookmarks, and even have their eBooks read to them with a text-to-voice feature. All Axis 360 titles are also compatible with Adobe Digital Editions. Livingston Parish Library also offers fiction and nonfiction eBooks for download through OverDrive and EBSCOHost. Both services offer eBooks in a format compatible with most eReaders. OverDrive and EBSCOHost also provide free mobile apps for on-the-go readers. From the latest bestsellers to hidden gems for the eclectic reader, Livingston Parish Library has an eBook for everyone. Do you have kids? Try the TumbleBook Library, an online collection of animated, talking picture books that teach kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love. TumbleBooks are created by adding animation, sound, music and narration to popular picture books in order to produce a multimedia picture book that kids can read or be read to from. The database includes storybooks, language learning, read-along books, and nonfiction books along with puzzles and games especially for kids.

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REPORT FROM OUR DIRECTOR Fall In Love With Your Library As the world celebrates Valentine ’s Day on February 14, a question comes to mind: Do the residents of Livingston parish love their local libraries? Is the library important to them? Here is what some of our patrons have recently said about their love of the library:

GIOVANNI TAIROV, Library Director

“I love Livingston Parish Library because it has the cleanest facilities, have the most awesome activities for all ages, provides assistance to tech-challenged adults, and has the most helpful employees in any library system I’ve ever visited across three states!” - Becky, library patron

“The library has been a wonderful resource for the whole family. It provides the books we need, offers storytime for the little ones, and teen/tween activities for my older children. Love it!” -Maggie, library patron “Livingston Parish Library has been one of the greatest tools that we have used over the years. I am so proud the long way the library has come.” - Mary, library patron Livingston Parish Library provides a wealth of knowledge to its users, and even in this digital age, the library remains relevant, serving as an expert resource for information and life-long learning. Along with providing traditional services such as access to the library’s collection and programs, the library has put a strong emphasis on making the latest technology accessible to the citizens of Livingston Parish. The library provides free access to eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, online training resources, 3D printing and scanning, and much more. The library has become a focal point of our community- the place that brings people together. I invite you to share your love of libraries with your friends and family. Make it a special evening and visit one of our locations to browse the collection and check out books together. Bring your child to get a library card for the first time, or attend a program and make something with a friend. How about a play date to storytime with other parents or join a book club with a friend? Discover this local treasure for yourself and fall in love with the library for life.

Learn How To Use The Library’s Online Catalog What is the single best kept secret at the Livingston Parish Library? It’s our online catalog! The library’s catalog is one of the most under-utilized resources library patrons have at their disposal. Easily conducting a search for your desired items is only the beginning. There are many things that you can accomplish by logging into your own personal account, such as managing and storing your search information. This class will teach you how to keep track of your account electronically by renewing items on-line, checking your loan history, and requesting items. The Denham Springs-Walker Branch hosts this class on Thursday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m. It is open to ages 18 and up. In order to make optimum use of this class, you will need a Livingston Parish Library card and a basic working knowledge of computers.

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Space is limited, so registration is required. Please call the Denham Springs-Walker Branch or visit our online event calendar to register.

Get Creative at the Main Branch Are you a creative person ready to tackle some projects in the new year? The Main Branch hosts two opportunities this month to embrace your imagination and make a fantastic finished product, wherever your interests lie. First, learn how to create your own unique 3D designs! Our Intro To 3D Design class on Thursday, February 6 at 6:00 p.m. will teach participants how to use Google Sketchup, a free modeling software for 3D design. Learn about the software’s interface, basic tools, and basic modeling. Class participants can also convert 3D design files to be used on MakerWare and printed on Livingston Parish Library’s 3D printer. Then, come out to Maker Day on Saturday, February 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and take advantage of our equipment for whatever creative project you are working on. We will have our screen printer, sewing machines, music recording equipment, or 3D printer available for use. Space is limited, so registration is required for all events. Please call the Main Branch or visit our online event calendar to register.

Tech Problems? We Can Help

Read To Reel Trivia Contest Hollywood has found some of its greatest inspiration in books. The Denham Springs Walker Branch celebrates books and movies inspired by books the entire month of February with a display and an exciting trivia contest! Stop by the Adult Reference desk any time this month to answer a trivia question. If you answer the question correctly, you are entered in our weekly prize drawing. Patrons can answer one question per day. Prizes will be drawn each Friday: February 7, February 14, February 21, and February 28. Please call the Denham SpringsWalker Branch for details.

Need help with a gadget? Want to learn how to use your new tablet, download apps on your smartphone, set up a new e-mail address, or check out Facebook? Sign up for our One-on-One Technology Help! You will receive a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will walk you through the steps to reach your goal. You should have a clear goal for what you’d like to accomplish during your session. Please bring in any device that you need help with. We will not be able to repair broken equipment, troubleshoot hardware and software problems, or assist with non-standard software like Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, or CAD. The Watson Branch hosts two events on Wednesday, February 5, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The Denham Springs-Walker Branch’s two events begin Thursday, February 6 at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., and the Main Branch hosts an event on Friday, February 14 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Space is limited, so registration is required for all events. Please call the branch hosting your preferred event or visit our online event calendar to register.

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Learn New Skills

Get Your Taxes Done For Free

Learn To Knit Or Crochet

Tax season is ongoing, and Livingston Parish Library offers free tax preparation through Tuesday, April 15. Co-sponsored by Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Internal Revenue Service, this service offers free tax preparation for participants with an income of $50,000 or less for 2013.

The Main Branch wraps up their knitting series with a class about knitting or crocheting wool on Friday, February 7 at 10:00 a.m. Receive instruction on how to crochet or knit, or share your skills. Please bring size 8 knitting needles or size H crochet hook and yarn.

Small Business Consulting If you own a small business or are interested in starting one, the Livingston Parish Library has partnered with the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southeastern Louisiana University to offer services that will help you get started or improve your current practices. Take advantage of free business consulting at the Main Branch on Wednesday, February 12 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Receive a private, one-hour consulting session with a LSBDC representative in areas including business plans, advertising plans, inventory control, financial projections, cost analysis, and much more.

Chess For Beginners Always wanted to learn how to play chess but never had the time? Check out the AlbanySpringfield Branch’s Chess for Beginners class on Thursday, February 27 at 6:00 p.m. You will learn about each piece on the board, the moves each piece makes, and basic openings. Get hands-on practice with fellow novices. At the end of the class, play a match to try out what you learned. Space is limited, so all classes listed above require registration. Please call the branch hosting your preferred event or visit our online event calendar to register.

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Using VITA is easy. Bring tax documents such as W-2s, 1099s, and information for deductions and credits along with a copy of last year’s tax return and a Social Security card for yourself, a spouse, and dependents. Volunteers will prepare most simple returns, but more complicated returns will not be processed. VITA volunteers prepare tax returns at three branches this month. The Denham Springs-Walker Branch’s events are each Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1 and February 15 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and Tuesday, February 25 from 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The Albany-Springfield’s sessions are Thursday, February 6 and February 13 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and each Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The Main Branch hosts events each Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and each Saturday from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. All events are by appointment only. To make an appointment, please call the branch hosting your preferred event. If you prefer to file your own taxes, VITA also offers free e-filing. Please visit www.myfreetaxes.com/mylpl for details.

Create Cool Mardi Gras Bead Art Are you a champion Mardi Gras bead catcher? Do you ever wonder what to do with all those left over Mardi Gras beads after Carnival season is over? Learn how to make a mosaic using a few simple materials and Mardi Gras beads. The library will provide all materials, but you are welcome to bring any beads you wish to get rid of. When you are finished, you will have a lovely piece of artwork ready to display. The Denham Springs-Walker Branch debuts this workshop on Friday, February 14 at 10:00 a.m. The South Branch hosts the class on Saturday, February 15 at 10:00 a.m. and the Watson Branch’s class begins Monday, February 17 at 6:00 p.m. as part of their Crafts & Coffee series. The Albany-Springfield Branch invites you to create Mardi Gras bead art on Thursday, February 20 at 5:30 p.m. and the Main Branch wraps up the workshop on Saturday, February 22 at 10:00 a.m. Space is limited, so all classes require registration. Please call the branch hosting your preferred event or visit our online event calendar to register.

My library books are coming due, and I can’t get to the branch this week to renew them. Can I renew them online instead? Yes, you can! To renew your library materials online, log in to your account at www.mylpl.info. Click the Log In button in the left-hand navigation menu. Enter your library card number as your Patron ID. Your password is the last four digits of your library card number. Now that you are logged in, you will be taken to your Account summary page. Click on the Account Activity

heading. This will bring up a list of items you currently have checked out. For each item you want to renew, click the orange Renew Loan button. Your item will now be renewed. If you’ve reached your renewal limit, or a request has been placed on that item, it cannot be renewed. To renew all of your items at once, click the small check box on the right side of the screen. Once the word Renew has become highlighted, clicking it again will renew all of your renewable items. Got a question about the library? Just ask Libby The Librarian by visiting www.mylpl.info and clicking on How Do I? in the top menu.

Download eContent For Free

Making Music

eAudiobooks

Open Mic Night

eAudiobooks are digital recordings of books being read aloud. These recordings can be downloaded to your computer, eReader, MP3 player or other devices. Livingston Parish Library uses OneClickdigital, a service that allows you to download audiobooks for free from a vast collection. OneClickdigital is available online through Livingston Parish Library’s website or through a free app.

The Watson Branch hosts an Open Mic Night for patrons of all ages on Thursday, February 6 at 5:30 p.m. Try your hand at singing a song, reciting some poetry, or telling a story in front of a live audience.

Don’t want to download eAudiobooks to your device? AudioBookCloud.com allows you to listen to your favorite audiobooks online. Items from this frequently updated collection are always available, never on hold, and unnecessary to download.

eMagazines eMagazines are digital magazines that can be downloaded to your computer, eReader, or other devices. Livingston Parish Library subscribes to Zinio, a digital magazine service, to provide more than 150 full color, interactive digital magazines for your enjoyment. Browse from our collection of popular titles with no holds, no checkout periods, and no limit to the number of magazines you can download. Zinio also offers a free app for smartphones and tablets. Certain eReaders may not be compatible with all library eContent services. Please contact any library branch with compatibility questions.

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To get started using one of our eContent services, please visit www.mylpl.info/econtent/ For details about free mobile apps compatible with library services, please visit www.mylpl.info/apps/

Songwriter’s Circle Patrons bring their own instruments, sit in a circle and play their original songs at the Watson Branch on Saturday, February 15 at 2:00 p.m. The group will then offer feedback if requested. This is a great non-pressure event where songwriters can hone their skills and have a good time. Original songwriting is not required, but it is encouraged.

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Around the Library In Photos

Above, William I. celebrates as he scores 50 points in the Super Mario Games. Kids played games based on the popular video game characters.

Eva D. pins the mustache on Mario as library staff member Melissa V. looks on at the Super Mario Games.

Above, patrons learn how to create 3D designs. Left, Hannah J. prepares a chopped salad. Below, Red Stick Spice Co. Owner Anne Milneck encourages Collin S. to check the underside of his quesadilla for browning.

Above, Emma C. chooses a card playing a board game while Billy A. and Austin A. play video games during Throwback Game Day.

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Friendship Bracelets Tweens are invited to make friendship bracelets at the Livingston Parish Library. Learn about the origins of the friendship bracelet while making your own out of embroidery floss. When you are finished, you can keep your bracelet or give it to a good friend. The Denham Springs-Walker Branch hosts a class on Monday, February 3 at 5:30 p.m. and the South Branch workshop begins Thursday, February 20 at 5:30 p.m. This event is for ages 8-11 only. Space is limited, so registration is required for all events. Please call the branch hosting your preferred event or visit our online event calendar to register.

Magic Tree House: A Master Librarian Special Mission Find out what it takes to become a Master Librarian by helping Jack and Annie complete a special mission at the Livingston Parish Library.

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To complete this challenging mission, ages 6-11 will find clues, solve riddles, and complete activities based on the Magic Tree House books all while learning to use the library. The Watson Branch’s mission begins on Thursday, February 20 at 6:00 p.m.

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The Magic Tree House series is an award-winning series of children's books written by American author Mary Pope Osborne. The series chronicles the adventures of Jack and Annie who, along with a magical tree house, help free a sorceress from a spell, solve ancient riddles to become Master Librarians, and save stories from being lost forever.

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Recommendations For Kids Dino-Wrestling By Lisa Wheeler Meat-eating and vegetarian dinosaurs compete at the wrestling jamboree. You'll want a ringside view of the dinos' latest athletic adventure. Like all pro wrestling, it'll be a spectacular show, but who will be down for the count and who will walk away with the championship?

Fortunately, The Milk By Neil Gaiman Newbery Medalist Neil Gaiman teams with artist Skottie Young for a hilarious story of time travel. While picking up milk for his children's cereal, a father is abducted by aliens and finds himself on a wild adventure through time and space.

Henry’s Hand By Ross MacDonald Henry is a giant who sometimes has trouble keeping track of his body parts- everything from his ears to one of his legs can fall off. But with help from Hand, Henry keeps himself together. In fact, Henry and Hand are the best of friends . . . that is, until Henry takes Hand for granted, pushes him too far, and Hand runs away. A charming tale of friendship, forgiveness, and loyalty for all ages.

King For A Day By Rukhsana Khan

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Basant is here, with feasts and parties to celebrate the arrival of spring. But what Malik is looking forward to most is doing battle from his rooftop. Today is Malik's chance to be the best kite fighter, the king of Basant. This lively, contemporary story introduces readers to a centuries-old festival and the traditional sport of kite fighting, and to a spirited, determined young boy who masters the sport while finding his own way to face and overcome life's challenges.

Check Out Valentine’s Day Events Need a Valentine’s Day mailbox for school? Drop by the Albany-Springfield Branch’s Youth Services area to create your unique design at our Make-n-Take station any time from Monday, February 10 through Friday, February 14. We will provide cardboard boxes and decorating materials like construction paper, Valentine stickers, die cut hearts, sequins, stick-on jewels, and ribbon. Then, the Watson Branch hosts a special Valentine’s Day-themed storytime for babies to age 5 on Tuesday, February 11 at 4:00 p.m. Listen to Valentine stories, play Valentine’s Day Bingo, and make a cool craft. Questions? Please call the branch hosting your preferred event for more information.

Watch A Musical Puppet Show Livingston Parish Library presents a fantastic musical puppet show this month. In this musical adaptation of the Russian folk tale The King of the Forest, a cunning one-eared cat finds himself lost in the forest. How will he survive in this new environment? By convincing all the other animals to do just what he wants them to do! The Main Branch hosts a performance on Saturday, February 15 at 10:30 a.m. and the Denham SpringsWalker Branch’s show starts Thursday, February 20 at 6:00 p.m. The South Branch event is Saturday, February 22 at 10:30 a.m. Questions? Please call the branch hosting your preferred event for more information.

Play At Our Family Game Night Enjoy board and card games of all types at the AlbanySpringfield Branch’s Family Game Night on Tuesday, February 25 at 5:30 p.m. Bring your favorite family-friendly game to share or just show up to play something new. Enjoy some refreshments and enter to win a door prize! This event is for all ages. Questions? Please call the Albany-Springfield Branch for more information.

Make Your Own Valentine’s Day Pop Up Card Livingston Parish Library invites teens to make a 3D Valentine and celebrate the holiday of love. Work from a template or use your own pattern to make a card for that special someone. While you make your card, watch a cinema-style showing of a timeless love story. The movie is rated PG. The Albany-Springfield Branch hosts this workshop on Tuesday, February 4 at 5:30 p.m. and the South Branch’s event is Thursday, February 6 at 5:30 p.m. The Watson Branch workshop event starts on Wednesday, February 12 at 6:00 p.m. and the Denham Springs-Walker Branch’s event is Thursday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. Space is limited, so registration is required. Please call the branch hosting your preferred event or visit our online event calendar to register.

Join Our Mardi Gras Celebration Are you a teen who loves Mardi Gras? Let the good times roll with the Main Branch’s Mardi Gras celebration for teens on Tuesday, February 25 at 6:00 p.m. Come dressed in costume, learn about this festive season, and have a fantastic time! We will make Mardi Gras masks, compete in a Mardi Gras trivia contest for prizes, snack on King Cake, and put on our very own secondline parade at the library. This event is for ages 12-18 only. Questions? Please call the Main Branch for more information.

Teen Clubs Anime Club This club for teen anime and manga lovers watches and discusses anime and manga while learning about Japanese culture. The Main Branch group meets Tuesday, February 4 at 6:00 p.m. and the Denham Springs-Walker Branch club meets Saturday, February 15 at 3:00 p.m.

Teen Book Club The Denham Springs-Walker Branch Teen Book Club meets Monday, February 17 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss books, create book-related crafts, enjoy refreshments, and other activities. If you are a teen who loves to read, this is the club for you!

Teen Advisory Board Teen Advisory Board (TAB) volunteers suggest programs for teens, volunteer at our branches, and help choose books for our Young Adult sections. TAB is open to teens in grade 7 and up. Pick up an application today! This month’s TAB meetings are at the Main Branch on Tuesday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m. and the Denham Springs-Walker Branch on Tuesday, February 25 at 6:00 p.m.

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Adult Fiction Recommendations The Death Trade By Jack Higgins An eminent Iranian scientist has made a startling breakthrough in nuclear weapons research, but he can't stand the thought of his regime owning the bomb. It is up to Sean Dillon and the rest of the small band known as the Prime Minister's private army to think of a plan. Most particularly, it is up to their newest member, Sara Gideon, who thinks there just might be a way.

The Supreme Macaroni Company By Adriana Trigiani For over a hundred years, the Angelini Shoe Company in Greenwich Village has relied on the leather produced by Vechiarelli & Son in Tuscany. This ancient business partnership provides the twist of fate for Valentine Roncalli, the schoolteacher turned shoemaker, to fall in love with Gianluca Vechiarelli, a tanner with a complex past . . . and a secret.

Red 1-2-3 By John Katzenbach Three women. They have nothing in common. They are different ages, come from different background, and lead drastically different lives. The only thing that binds them together is their red hair- and that each of them has been targeted for murder.

Innocence By Dean Koontz

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He lives in solitude beneath the city, which will destroy him if he is ever seen. She dwells in seclusion, a fugitive from enemies who will do her harm if she is ever found. But the bond between them runs deeper than the tragedies that have scarred their lives. Something more than chance has brought them together in a world whose hour of reckoning is fast approaching.

Adult Nonfiction Recommendations Living Ready Pocket Manual: First Aid Fundamentals For Survival By James Hubbard Whether you are miles from help or immersed in an urban disaster situation, every second counts during a medical emergency. This book will help you take quick, effective action to stabilize the situation. Arm yourself with knowledge that can save a life.

Your Best Brain Ever: A Complete Guide and Workout By Michael S. Sweeney National Geographic presents a comprehensive guide to fighting mental decline. With cutting-edge neuroscience, information about Alzheimer's, fascinating case studies, and tips to fight brain aging symptoms such as slower mental acuity and "senior moments," this smart, engaging guide will help keep your memory sharp and your mind active.

Jim Cramer’s Get Rich Carefully By James Cramer Jim Cramer uses his thirty-five years of experience as a Wall Street veteran and host of CNBC's "Mad Money" to create a guide to high-yield, low-risk investing. In our recovering economy, this is the plan you need to make big money without taking big risks.

Love Sense: The Revolutionary New Science of Romantic Relationships By Sue Johnson Every day, we hear of relationships failing and questions of whether humans are meant to be monogamous. Love Sense presents new scientific evidence that tells us that humans "are" meant to mate for life. Johnson shows us how to develop our "love sense"- our ability to develop long-lasting relationships.

Audiobook Recommendations

Young Adult Recommendations

The Goldfinch

Brotherhood

By Donna Tartt

By A.B. Westrick

Theo Decker miraculously survives an accident that takes the life of his mother. Alone and abandoned by his father, Theo is taken in by a friend's family. In the years that follow, he becomes entranced by one of the few things that reminds him of his mother: a small, mysteriously captivating painting that ultimately draws Theo into the art underworld.

The year is 1867, the South has been defeated, and the American Civil War is over. But the conflict goes on. In this powerful and unflinching story of a family caught in the period of Reconstruction, Westrick provides a glimpse into the enormous social and political upheaval of the time.

A Death In Kitchawank and Other Stories By T.C. Boyle This collection of fourteen stories drifts effortlessly between myth and reality, encompassing a panorama of human emotions. Boyle travels the world in these stories, from California to Russia, Latin America to upstate New York, but his adept touch at depicting the lives of his characters never wavers.

Duke of Midnight By Elizabeth Hoyt Artemis Greaves is a lady’s companion, staying in the background while her cousin is courted by the powerful Maximus Batten. Artemis discovers another side of the autocratic man when she recognizes him as the legendary Ghost of St. Giles, who saves her from harm.

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Man Made Boy By Jon Skovron Love can be a real monster. Sixteenyear-old Boy's never left home. When you're the son of Frankenstein's monster and the Bride, it's tough to go out in public. When conflict erupts at home, Boy runs away and embarks on a cross-country road trip with the granddaughters of Jekyll and Hyde, who introduce him to malls and diners, love and heartbreak. But no matter how far Boy runs, he can't escape his demons until he faces his family once more.

In The Age of Love And Chocolate By Gabrielle Zevin In this third novel of Zevin's Birthright series, 18-year-old Anya Balanchine's new prominence brings out friends, foes, and ghosts from the past. Certain scores must be settled; certain debts must be paid. Surviving a crime-ridden New York City in the 2080s is looking harder and harder for Anya.

By Chuck Palahniuk

Made of Stars

Madison Spencer, the liveliest, snarkiest dead girl in the universe, continues the adventures in the afterlife. She now wanders the purgatory that is Earth as a ghostly spirit, seeking her do-gooding celebrity parents, fighting the control of Satan, recounting a funny encounter with her grandfather in a highway rest stop in New York, and climaxing in a rendezvous with destiny on the new, plastic continent in the Pacific called Madlantis.

By Kelley York When eighteen-year-old Hunter Jackson and his half sister, Ashlin, return to their dad’s for the first winter in years, they expect everything to be just like the warmer months they’d spent there as kids. But Chance, the charismatic and adventurous boy who made their summers epic, is harboring deep secrets. Secrets that are quickly spiraling into something else entirely.

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