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| Books Into Movies.... |
| Happy January!
Here are some books to brighten these cold winter days when things just seem more gloomy!
Ever read a movie? Here's what we mean...
Watching the movie version of a book you have just read can add a new dimension to the work as you're able to see for yourself if the characters and events you envisioned while reading the book actually match what's on the screen. Of course, the opposite is also true --- it's interesting to read the book version of a movie you have just seen to see how closely the movie version followed the book.
Lately a slew of books have been made into feature films. All of you probably are familiar with at least one --- The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. The others are a mixture of comedies and dramas with star-studded casts, including Catch Me If You Can, The Hours, Gangs of New York, The 25th Hour, Confessions of a Dangerous Mind and Frida. Whether or not you have read the books or seen the movies, here's some information on these wonderful film adaptations. This feature was written by Tom Donadio.
Our Question of the Month is:
What series books do you read? What do you like about them? Send your answer to Question@teenreads.com.
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Read about Books Into Movies here.
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| Cool New Books for January |
Start the year off right by checking out these cool new books for January. We have additions to some of your favorite series titles, novels with characters, and a few books that will show you some important lessons about life and growing up in today's world.
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Read Cool New Books here.
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| Tell Us What You Think: CLAWS by Will Weaver |
Your opinion matters to the publishers at HarperTempest. Each month they are going to share a not-yet-published title with us that they'd like to hear YOUR thoughts about. It's your chance to read an advanced reading copy of a book (known as an ARC) and tell them what YOU think! What could be more fun than a chance to preview a new book and then share your opinion? It's your chance to be a trendsetter!
This month's book is CLAWS by Will Weaver, which is due in stores in March 2003.
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Find out more about Tell Us What You Think here.
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| Author Talk: Laura Pedersen, author of BEGINNER'S LUCK |
In this interview Laura Pedersen talks about how she got the idea for her debut novel, BEGINNER'S LUCK, how she and her character Hallie differ --- and how they are the same --- and the influences on her work.
Laura Pedersen introduces readers to Hallie Palmer --- a savvy 16-year old who is wise beyond her years --- and a number of endearing and quirky characters who populate Cosgrove County, Ohio. Note that this book was both a B&N Discover Great New Writers Pick for Winter 2003 and a Borders Original Voices Pick for January 2003. Reviewed by Roberta O'Hara.
For more about Laura Pedersen, please go to LauraPedersenBooks.com.
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Read an interview with Laura Pedersen and a review of BEGINNER'S LUCK
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| WHO MOVED MY CHEESE? FOR TEENS |
WHO MOVED MY CHEESE? FOR TEENS by Spencer Johnson, M.D. (Nonfiction)
An allegory involving mice, cheese and a maze attempts to teach teenagers how to acknowledge and accept life's many changes. Reviewed by Carlie Kraft.
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Read a review of WHO MOVED MY CHEESE? FOR TEENS.
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| THE QUEEN OF EVERYTHING by Deb Caletti |
THE QUEEN OF EVERYTHING by Deb Caletti (Fiction)
Jordan, who is caught in the middle of a family crisis, learns about herself and the way she views other people.
Reviewed by Carlie Kraft.
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Read a review of THE QUEEN OF EVERYTHING.
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| HAUNTED by Meg Cabot |
HAUNTED: A Tale of the Mediator by Meg Cabot (Suspense/Thriller)
Susannah Simon, a liaison between the living and the dead, thought she was rid of the boy who tried to kill her --- until he turns up at her new school.
Reviewed by Carlie Kraft.
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Read a review of HAUNTED.
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| WISE GIRL by Jamie-Lynn Sigler and Sheryl Berk |
WISE GIRL by Jamie-Lynn Sigler and Sheryl Berk (Autobiography)
The Sopranos star Jamie-Lynn Sigler reveals both the perks and the pressures that have come with fame --- and how uncertain, fearful times have made her stronger, more confident and able to face life's challenges. Reviewed by Amy Alessio.
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Read a review of WISE GIRL.
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| DROWNING ANNA by Sue Mayfield |
DROWNING ANNA by Sue Mayfield (Fiction)
A classmate's cruelty drives Anna to attempt suicide --- and through her diary and letters, we see the picture of someone who seems strong but is really a wreck inside. Reviewed by Carlie Kraft.
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Read a review of DROWNING ANNA.
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| Word of Mouth --- Tell Us What You're Reading and Your Could Win a Book! |
This contest period, one teen reader will be randomly chosen to win a copy of THE QUEEN OF EVERYTHING by Deb Caletti. (See official rules below.) To automatically enter to win, e-mail us your recommendations and ratings at: wordofmouth@teenreads.com.
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Post on Word of Mouth --- see rules here.
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Have a great month...and make some time each day to read something you enjoy!
--- Carol Fitzgerald for Teenreads.com
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