Teen books with adult appeal
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Teen Thrillers, Horror, and Mysteries: October 2022
October is the month for costumes and candy and scary stories. While the little children jump at the word “Boo,” older teens are looking for something a little more, shall we say, visceral? Here are some new books for teen readers hungry for the real thing. In Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare, Quinn… Continue reading
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#BookBingoNW2018: Suggested by a young person
Two teen readers from our Northeast Branch have five books to suggest to you for your “Suggested by a young person” Book Bingo square. In addition to their excellent reviews, they’ve translated each piece into Somali. We hope you enjoy their thoughtful suggestions and their translation as much as we have: I’ll Give You the… Continue reading
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#BookBingoNW2017: Young adult
Need a book for that Young Adult square but aren’t quite sure where to start? Young adult fiction has come a long way since Sweet Valley High, with captivating, well-written titles that cross and blend just about every genre out there. There is, of course, an abundance of teen romance, but there is also excellent… Continue reading
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Romantic Wednesdays: LGBTQ Pride
Posted by Eric G. It’s been 45 years since Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQ) New Yorkers fought back against police harassment at the Stonewall Inn in New York City, helping to usher in the modern LGBTQ rights movement. This weekend is also the 40th Anniversary of the Seattle Pride Parade, which was lucky… Continue reading
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Nightstand Reads: Christopher Barzak, author of “Before and Afterlives,” shares what he’s reading
Christopher Barzak will be reading from his recent collection of short stories, Before and Afterlives, on Wednesday, June 25th at the Central Library on Level 4, Room 2 at 7:00 p.m. His novel One for Sorrow was recently made into the film Jamie Marks is Dead, starring Liv Tyler and Judy Greer. Christopher was kind enough… Continue reading
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Romantic Wednesdays: If You Liked The Fault in Our Stars
Posted by Eric G. John Green’s popular and acclaimed novel The Fault in Our Stars gets the big screen treatment this week! Here are some books that form a complementary reading constellation. Somebody Up There Hates You by Hollis Seamon On the surface this story of cancer-stricken teens seems very similar to Green’s novel, but this humorous,… Continue reading
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Romantic Wednesdays: Love Yourself
To quote the inimitable RuPaul, “if you can’t love yourself, how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else?” The characters in the following books are trying to do just that, and I encourage you to join them. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz Tough Ari meets… Continue reading
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Staff Favorites: Teen fiction our library staff loves
Etiquette & Espionage by Gail Carriger Reading Gail Carriger is like eating a favorite pastry and discovering an unusual filling: light, decadent, funny, paranormal steampunk adventure—this time for teens! Sophronia is a young lady who’d rather climb the side of a building than the social ladder. Fortunately for her, she’s been sent to the right finishing school. Delightful hijinks… Continue reading
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Who Says the Dead Can’t Dance?
Ok, I’m not usually a big fan of gore and ghosts, but when they come with excellent characters and a great deal of witty dialogue, what’s not to love? I can’t guarantee that everyone will find these books funny, but that was definitely an aspect that kept me turning the pages. After all, I had… Continue reading
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Crime: Inappropriate morality tales – Mysteries for teens
“Do you have something inappropriate?” asked a teen patron at the Beacon Hill library. “Lots,” I countered and pulled out Killing Mr. Griffin by Lois Duncan. What can be more horrific than plotting to kill your teacher? “No,” he whispered violently, “I mean like sex.” Oh, that kind of inappropriate, I chortled inside. Continue reading
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Nightstand Reads: Author Cory Doctorow tells us what he’s reading
Cory Doctorow kicks off his book tour for Homeland with a reading at the Central Library on Tuesday, February 5 (at 7 p.m.; doors at 6:30 p.m.). We asked him what he was reading, and he kindly took the time to tell us about five books that are coming out this spring. I happen to… Continue reading
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Here there be dragons
We here at the Library are very excited to welcome host Rachel Hartman, who will be introducing her new fantasy novel Seraphina, Northeast Branch on September 22 at 6pm. Co-sponsored by University Bookstore, books will be available for purchase and signing at the event. Get yourself pumped for this event by watching Seattle’s own Nancy Pearl… Continue reading
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Science Fiction Fridays: An ode to teenage anarchists
There’s nothing like a great story starring a strong, resourceful teenager who thumbs their nose at authority and manages to save the day by being true themselves, instead of bowing to whims of establishment. Whether we’re talking about young adult literature or not (and really, does that distinction matter to us science fiction aficionados?), I… Continue reading
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It’s okay to read teen books …
Here are just a few novels I found displayed with this sign at the Central Library: Fire by Kristin Cashore The First Part Last by Angela Johnson City of Fallen Angels by Cassandra Clare What They Always Tell Us by Martin Wilson Supernaturally by Kiersten White The Watch That Ends the Night: Voices from the… Continue reading
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An open mind to reading
Before working at the library, I admittedly had a narrow mind as far as my book choices. Since I am far beyond my teenage years, I stuck to adult fiction/non fiction. I am happy to report that I have broadened my horizons and now am open to all book collections. One great surprise was discovering how many “J” (as… Continue reading
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After The Hunger Games
I just love a good dystopian nightmare. I’m not sure what this says about me, but some of my favorite books take place in future worlds shattered by environmental apocalypse or ruled by terrifying and mysterious dictators. What is it about these books that’s so appealing? I think it might be the fun of seeing bits of our own present in an… Continue reading
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Cover art for Hunger Games #3 revealed — and here’s how you’ll know when you can put a hold on it
Is it mean to tease you with the cover of a book that isn’t available yet? Maybe. But I thought you’d forgive me since now fans of Suzanne Collins’ Hunger Games can ramp up the anticipation for the August 24 release of Mockingjay. Read all about the trilogy at the Scholastic blog. Now, you know… Continue reading
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Just my Luxe
As a librarian who helps people find good books to read for a living, there is one thing that I know for sure: a reader’s mood or what’s going on in their lives does affect what they want and choose to read. Let me share a case in point: myself. I generally read “literary” fiction—old… Continue reading