Book Byte: The Switch by Anthony Horowitz

Ever wish you were someone else? That is Tad Spencer's wish in Anthony Horowitz's new book The Switch. Be careful what you wish for...it doesn't always turn out like you had imagined. Check it out!

Book Review: Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta

This is probably the best Printz Award winner yet. I really enjoyed this book. Check it out!

Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I will freely admit that I didn’t really get hooked on this book until I was over a hundred pages in. In fact, this is a book I have picked up and started several times before and ended up putting it down. I think the only way I got through it this time is because I made a commitment to read it, and I am so glad I did. Jellicoe Road is a story about tragedy and triumph, family and friends, hope and loss. It tells the story of two families, the Markham’s and the Schroeder’s, and their lives on the Jellicoe Road.

Our primary narrator for the novel is Taylor Markham, who was abandoned by her mother at a 7-eleven on Jellicoe Road when she was 11 years old. As Taylor reluctantly accepts a leadership role at her school and leads the war against the townies and cadets, she also starts down a path of self discovery, where she discovers her own history and who she really is.

Nothing in this novel is as it seems and it takes quite a while for the pieces of the puzzle to begin to fall into place. Once you get to that part, though, it becomes nearly impossible to put the book down. Highly recommended.

Cautions for sensitive readers: There is some profanity in the book and some sexual situations. There is also a violent car accident that is referred to with some graphic depictions.




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Friends of the Library Book Sale!

Just a reminder to stop by KHCPL Main this weekend for the semi-annual Friends of the Library Book Sale. Plenty of books at bargain prices!

Book Review: Chaos Code by Justin Richards

The Chaos Code by Justin Richards

My review

rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was just plain fun. It has a lot of action, mystery, and excitement. When Matt Stibling is sent to his father on his school break he doesn't expect to wind up in a mystery that ties to the hidden technologies of the fabled city of Atlantis. This book is fast paced and well written.

I would compare this book to Indiana Jones--fast paced and action packed.

Cautions for sensitive readers: Some violence, but not explicit and some horror like creatures (Golems). Other than that the book is free of sex and I can not remember any instances of foul language.


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This Week for Teens: Magazine Bowl Craft at KHCPL South

It's not too late to join us at KHCPL South to help us celebrate Earthday by recycling some old magazines. We will turn old libary magazines into Magazine Bowls. Come help us turn trash into art! For details call 765.453.4150.

Want More Books? Come to the Friends of the Library Book Sale

Love books and bargains? Want to support the library? Then mark your
calendar for the upcoming Friends of the Library book sales at KHCPL Main.

Semi-Annual Book Sale

At the semi-annual book sale in April, most books sell for $.50 or $1 and magazines
are free. Popular best sellers, collector’s editions, and other quality books are sold in the special sales room.

Friday, April 24 • 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friends of the Library members are offered first choice of sale books. Memberships are sold at the door for $5 (individual) and $10 (family).

Saturday, April 25 • 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The book sale is open to everyone.

Sunday, April 26 • 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
$2-A-Bag-Day! Fill a bag and pay only $2.

Proceeds from the book sales help support library programs and purchase
items needed to improve library service. Volunteers are always welcome to
work before and during the book sales. If you would like to help, or learn more
about the Friends of the Library, please contact Peg Harmon at KHCPL
Main, 765.457.3242, during business hours.

Who's the Baddest Book of Them All?

School Library Journal is hosting a "Battle of the Kids Books." Take a look at some of these popular teen titles and share your opinions on the blog. You can also join the peanut gallery and vote on the poll to see which will win. The judges are well known YA authors who will choose their favorite book in the different rounds. Check it out to see if your favorite beats the others. Just a warning though...there have already been some upsets!

Who's the Baddest Book of Them All?:

Welcome, everyone. Two weeks from today SLJ's first annual Battle of the (Kids') Books will commence with one of you 2008 books ending up the u...