Thursday, January 6, 2022
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
New Book- Black Girl Unlimited by Echo Brown
Black Girl Unlimited by Echo Brown
Heavily autobiographical and infused with magical realism, Black Girl Unlimited fearlessly explores the intersections of poverty, sexual violence, depression, racism, and sexism―all through the arc of a transcendent coming-of-age story for fans of Renee Watson's Piecing Me Together and Ibi Zoboi's American Street.
Echo Brown is a wizard from the East Side, where apartments are small and parents suffer addictions to the white rocks. Yet there is magic . . . everywhere. New portals begin to open when Echo transfers to the rich school on the West Side, and an insightful teacher becomes a pivotal mentor.
Each day, Echo travels between two worlds, leaving her brothers, her friends, and a piece of herself behind on the East Side. There are dangers to leaving behind the place that made you. Echo soon realizes there is pain flowing through everyone around her, and a black veil of depression threatens to undo everything she’s worked for.
Thursday, April 29, 2021
E-Books Available on Sora
All of these books are available on Sora. You can find the Sora icon in your Learner Login and click on it to be logged into Sora and start looking for e-books. If there are titles you would like to see offered as e-books feel free to contact me. I am happy to offer books students will read!
Thursday, December 17, 2020
This is My America- Realistic Fiction
This is My America
by Kim Johnson
The Hate U Give meets Just Mercy in this unflinching yet uplifting first novel that explores the racist injustices in the American justice system.
Every week, seventeen-year-old Tracy Beaumont writes letters to Innocence X, asking the organization to help her father, an innocent Black man on death row. After seven years, Tracy is running out of time--her dad has only 267 days left. Then the unthinkable happens. The police arrive in the night, and Tracy's older brother, Jamal, goes from being a bright, promising track star to a "thug" on the run, accused of killing a white girl. Determined to save her brother, Tracy investigates what really happened between Jamal and Angela down at the Pike. But will Tracy and her family survive the uncovering of the skeletons of their Texas town's racist history that still haunt the present?
Lies You Never Told Me- Mystery Fiction
Lies You Never Told Me
by Jennifer Donaldson
Gabe and Elyse have never met. But they both have something to hide.
Quiet, shy Elyse can't believe it when she's cast as the lead in her Portland high school's production of Romeo and Juliet. Her best friend, Brynn, is usually the star, and Elyse isn't sure she's up to the task. But when someone at rehearsals starts to catch her eye--someone she knows she absolutely shouldn't be with--she can't help but be pulled into the spotlight.
Austin native Gabe is contemplating the unthinkable--breaking up with Sasha, his headstrong, popular girlfriend. She's not going to let him slip through her fingers, though, and when rumors start to circulate around school, he knows she has the power to change his life forever.
Gabe and Elyse both make the mistake of falling for the wrong person, and falling hard. Told in parallel narratives, this twisty, shocking story shows how one bad choice can lead to a spiral of unforeseen consequences that not everyone will survive.
"A compulsive page-turner with a shocking twist--get ready to stay up all night!" —Sara Shepard, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Pretty Little Liars
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig - Fantasy Fiction
The Midnight Library
By Matt Haig
"Between life and death there is a library, and within that library, the shelves go on forever. Every book provides a chance to try another life you could have lived. To see how things would be if you had made other choices . . . Would you have done anything different, if you had the chance to undo your regrets?"
A dazzling novel about all the choices that go into a life well lived, from the internationally bestselling author of Reasons to Stay Alive and How To Stop Time.
Somewhere out beyond the edge of the universe there is a library that contains an infinite number of books, each one the story of another reality. One tells the story of your life as it is, along with another book for the other life you could have lived if you had made a different choice at any point in your life. While we all wonder how our lives might have been, what if you had the chance to go to the library and see for yourself? Would any of these other lives truly be better?
In The Midnight Library, Matt Haig's enchanting new novel, Nora Seed finds herself faced with this decision. Faced with the possibility of changing her life for a new one, following a different career, undoing old breakups, realizing her dreams of becoming a glaciologist; she must search within herself as she travels through the Midnight Library to decide what is truly fulfilling in life, and what makes it worth living in the first place.
Invictus- Science Fiction
Invictus
by Ryan Graudin
Time flies when you're plundering history.
Farway Gaius McCarthy was born outside of time. The son of a time traveler from 2354 AD and a gladiator living in ancient Rome, Far's very existence defies the laws of nature. All he's ever wanted was to explore history for himself, but after failing his entrance exam into the government program, Far will have to settle for a position on the black market--captaining a time-traveling crew to steal valuables from the past.
During a routine heist on the sinking Titanic, Far meets a mysterious girl named Eliot who always seems to be one step ahead of him. Eliot has secrets--big ones--that will affect Far's life from beginning to end. Armed with the knowledge that history is not as steady as it seems, she will lead Far and his team on a race through time to set things right before the clock runs out.
E books on Sora
We have a new service called Sora. You can find it in your Learner Login and check out e-books to read on your device. Here is a peek at some of the books that are available. Take a look and let us know if there are others you would like to read.
A Breath too Late - Realistic Fiction
A Breath too Late
by Rocky Callen
Seventeen-year-old Ellie had no hope left. Yet the day after she dies by suicide, she finds herself in the midst of an out-of-body experience. She is a spectator, swaying between past and present, retracing the events that unfolded prior to her death.
But there are gaps in her memory, fractured pieces Ellie is desperate to re-assemble. There's her mother, a songbird who wanted to break free from her oppressive cage. The boy made of brushstrokes and goofy smiles who brought color into a gray world. Her brooding father, with his sad puppy eyes and clenched fists. And Ellie's determined to find out why a piece of her was left behind.
Told in epistolary-like style, Rocky Callen's deeply moving A Breath Too Late sensitively examines the beautiful and terrible moments that make up a life and the possibilities that live in even the darkest of places. Perfect for fans of the critically-acclaimed Speak, I’ll Give You the Sun, and If I Stay.
"An exquisitely played love song to life, in all of its hurts, wonders, memories, and loves." –Jeff Zentner, Morris Award winning author of The Serpent King and Goodbye Days
"A haunting story, punctuated with brilliant points of hope and light. This is an important story. A necessary story . . . Callen’s writing radiates with passion, honesty and love." ―National Book Award finalist and Printz Award–winning author An Na
Monday, December 14, 2020
Manga Series
Descriptions of some of the Manga series we have available in our library.
Devils & Realist
After the failure of his uncle's business, the brilliant realist
William Twining finds himself penniless. To make matters
worse, demons appear before him, insisting he has the
power to appoint the next King of Hell! The demons offer
to pay his school tuition in exchange for his help. While
His principles as a staunch realist prevent him from
believing in them, how can William resist such a
Generous offer?
Seraph of the End
After the fall of humanity, vampires arise from the shadows
to rule the earth. Yuichiro wants just one thing, to get revenge
by killing each and every vampire.Yuichiro’s dream is near-
impossible, given that vampires are seven times stronger than
humans,& the only way to kill them is by mastering advanced
demon-possessed weaponry. Not to mention that humanity’s
most elite Vampire Extermination Unit wants nothing to do
with him unless he can prove he’s willing to work in a team—
which is the last thing he wants!
Ouran High School Host Club
In this screwball romantic comedy, Haruhi, a poor girl
at a rich kids’ school, is forced to repay an $80,000
debt by working for the school’s swankiest, all-male
club—as a boy! There she discovers just how wealthy
the six members are and how different the rich are
from everybody else…
Attack on Titan
In this post-apocalytpic sci-fi story, humanity has been
devastated by the bizarre, giant humanoids known as the
Titans Little is known about where they came from or why they
are bent on consuming mankind.Seemingly unintelligent, they
have roamed the world for years, killing everyone they see.
For the past century, what's left of man has hidden in a giant,
three-walled city. People believe their 100-meter-high walls will
protect them from the Titans, but the sudden appearance of
an immense Titan is about to change everything.
Tokyo Ghoul
In the world of Tokyo Ghoul, sometimes the only way to fight
monsters is to become one…The Commission of Counter
Ghoul is the only organization fighting the Ghoul menace, &
they will use every tool at their disposal to protect humanity
from its ultimate predator. Their newest weapon in this hidden
war is an experimental procedure that implants human
investigators with a Ghoul’s Kagune,giving them Ghoul powers
and abilities. But both the procedure and the newly formed Qs
Squad are untested. Will they become heroes…or monsters?!
Gin Tama
It's samurai vs. aliens!
The samurai didn't stand a chance. First, the aliens
invaded Japan. Next, they took all the jobs. And then
they confiscated everyone's swords.So what does a
hotheaded former samurai like Gintoki "Gin" Sakata do
to make ends meet? Take any odd job that comes his
way, even if it means losing his dignity.
Naruto
Naruto is a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for
mischief. He’s got a wild sense of humor, but Naruto is
completely serious about his mission to be the world’s
greatest ninja! No one takes him seriously at Ninja
Academy. Especially not the other students, who all are
competing to be the best ninja ever. Naruto and his
classmates are about to embark on an adventure that takes
them far beyond Ninja Academy, beyond Konoha, beyond
anything they ever imagined. What is Naruto’s true destiny?
Bleach
Part-time student, full-time Soul Reaper, Ichigo is one of the
chosen few guardians of the afterlife. Ichigo Kurosaki never
asked for the ability to see ghosts—he was born with the gift.
When his family is attacked by a Hollow—a malevolent lost
soul—Ichigo becomes a Soul Reaper, dedicating his life to
protecting the innocent and helping the tortured spirits
themselves find peace.
My Hero Academia
What would the world be like if 80 percent of the
population manifested superpowers called “Quirks”?
Heroes and villains would be battling it out everywhere!
Being a hero would mean learning to use your power, but
where would you go to study? The Hero Academy of course!
But what would you do if you were one of the 20 percent who
were born Quirkless?
Soul Eater
Maka is a weapon meister, determined to turn her partner, a living scythe named Soul Eater, into a powerful death scythe - the ultimate weapon of Death himself! Charged with the task of collecting and devouring the tainted souls of ninety-nine humans and one witch, Maka and her fellow meisters strive to master their weapons as they face off against the bizarre and dangerous minions of the underworld. But the meisters' own personal quirks may prove a bigger obstacle than any sultry enchantress!
One Punch Man
Nothing about Saitama passes the eyeball test when it comes
to superheroes, from his lifeless expression to his bald head
to his unimpressive physique. However, this average-looking
guy has a not-so-average problem—he just can’t seem to
find an opponent strong enough to take on!
Every time a promising villain appears, Saitama beats the
snot out of ’em with one punch! Can he finally find an
opponent who can go toe-to-toe with him and give his life
some meaning? Or is he doomed to a life of superpowered
boredom?
Parasyte
They arrive in silence and darkness & descend from the skies, with a hunger for human flesh. They are everywhere. They are parasites, alien creatures who must invade–and take control of–a human host to survive. And once they have infected their victims, they can assume any deadly form they choose: monsters with giant teeth, winged demons, creatures with blades for hands. But most have chosen to conceal their lethal purpose behind ordinary human faces. So no one knows their secret–except an ordinary high school student. Shin is battling for control of his own body against an alien parasite, but can he find a way to warn humanity of the horrors to come?
The Promised Neverland
Life at Grace Field House Orphanage is good for Emma
and her fellow orphans.. But perhaps not everything is as
it seems Emma, Norman and Ray are the brightest kids at
the orphanage. And under the care of the woman they
refer to as “Mom,” all the kids have enjoyed a comfortable
life. Good food, clean clothes and the perfect environment
to learn. One day, though, Emma and Norman uncover
the dark truth of the outside world they are forbidden from
seeing.
The Seven Deadly Sins
When they were accused of trying to overthrow the monarchy, the feared warriors the Seven Deadly Sins were sent into exile. Princess Elizabeth discovers the truth - the Sins were framed by the king's guard, the Holy Knights - too late to prevent them from assassinating her father and seizing the throne! Now the princess is on the run, seeking the Sins to help her reclaim the kingdom. But the first Sin she meets, Meliodas, is a little innkeeper with a talking pig. He doesn't even have a real sword! Have the legends of the Sins' strength been exaggerated...?
Inu Yasha
Kagome is an ordinary modern schoolgirl living an ordinary
life. Who would have thought the dried-up old well on the
site of her family's shrine would be a gateway to Japan's
ancient past? Drawn through the gate against her will,
Kagome finds herself battling demons for control of what
she thought was a worthless trinket but is actually a
powerful magical gem, the Shikon Jewel! Together with an
unlikely ally, the half demon Inuyasha, Kagome begins a
quest to recover the shards of the Shikon Jewel and learn
more about her link to the past.
Black Butler
Just a stone's throw from London lies the manor house of the illustrious Phantomhive earldom and its master, one Ciel Phantomhive. Earl Phantomhive is a giant in the world of commerce, Queen Victoria's faithful servant...and a slip of a twelve-year-old boy. Fortunately, his loyal butler, Sebastian, is ever at his side, ready to carry out the young master's wishes. And whether Sebastian is called to save a dinner party gone awry or probe the dark secrets of London's underbelly, there apparently is nothing Sebastian cannot do. In fact, one might even say Sebastian is too good to be true...or at least, too good to be human...
The Ancient Magus Bride
Enter the Magician's Apprentice. Her name is Chise Hatori, a
penniless orphan troubled by visions. Sold as a slave to an
inhuman mage, she is about to begin a strange new life, filled
with magic, fairies, and other beings of a fantastical nature.
Vinland Saga
FOR HONOR AND VENGEANCE
As a child, Thorfinn sat at the feet of the great Leif Ericson
and thrilled to wild tales of a land far to the west. But his
youthful fantasies were shattered by a mercenary raid.
Raised by the Vikings who murdered his family, Thorfinn
became a terrifying warrior, forever seeking to kill the band's
leader, Askeladd, and avenge his father. Sustaining Thorfinn
through his ordeal are his pride in his family and his dreams
of a fertile westward land, a land without war or slavery...the
and Leif called Vinland.
Death Note 1-13
Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects--and he's
bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the
Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death
god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies,
and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note
to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping
dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track
down the killer. With L hot on his heels, will Light lose sight of
his noble goal...or his life?
Thursday, December 10, 2020
E-Books Available in our Online Catalog
Here are some YouTube videos on a few of the titles we have available online. You can check out any of these e-books through the Sora App in your Learner Login.
The Candle and the Flame by Nafiza Azad
To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han
Awake by Natasha Preston
Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver
Between Two Skies by Joanne O'Sullivan
Cracking the Bell by Geoff Herbach
Stupid Fast by Geoff Herbach
Uglies by Scott Westerfeld
The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner
Jackaby by William Ritter
The Clockwork Crow by Catherine Fischer
The False Prince by Jennifer A Nielsen
The Ickabog by J K Rowling
The Girl Who Speaks Bear by Sophie Anderson
Woods on Fire by Jennifer A Nielsen
The Witch Boy by Molly Knox Ostertag
Not if I Save You First by Ally Carter
Monday, December 7, 2020
One of Us is Lying- Mystery Fiction
This was the most recent book read by our High School Book Club. This is their review of this book. We have multiple copies available.
Thursday, November 19, 2020
I Know You Remember - Mystery Fiction
I Know You Remember
By Jennifer Donaldson
Zahra Gaines is missing.
After three long years away, Ruthie Hayden arrives in her hometown of Anchorage, Alaska to this devastating news. Zahra was Ruthie's best friend--the only person who ever really understood her--and she vows to do whatever it takes to find her.
Zahra vanished from a party just days before Ruthie's return, but the more people she talks to, the more she realizes that the Zahra she knew disappeared long before that fateful night. Gone is the whimsical, artistic girl who loved books and knew Ruthie's every secret. In her place is an athlete, a partier, a girl with secrets of her own. Darker still are the rumors that something happened to Zahra while Ruthie was gone, something that changed her forever...
As Ruthie desperately tries to piece together the truth, she falls deeper and deeper into her friend's new world, circling closer to a dangerous revelation about what happened to Zahra in the days before her disappearance--one that might be better off buried.
In her stunning follow-up to Lies You Never Told Me, Jennifer Donaldson once again delivers a propulsive thriller with a masterful twist, skillfully creating a world where nothing is quite as it seems.
After three long years away, Ruthie Hayden arrives in her hometown of Anchorage, Alaska to this devastating news. Zahra was Ruthie's best friend--the only person who ever really understood her--and she vows to do whatever it takes to find her.
Zahra vanished from a party just days before Ruthie's return, but the more people she talks to, the more she realizes that the Zahra she knew disappeared long before that fateful night. Gone is the whimsical, artistic girl who loved books and knew Ruthie's every secret. In her place is an athlete, a partier, a girl with secrets of her own. Darker still are the rumors that something happened to Zahra while Ruthie was gone, something that changed her forever...
As Ruthie desperately tries to piece together the truth, she falls deeper and deeper into her friend's new world, circling closer to a dangerous revelation about what happened to Zahra in the days before her disappearance--one that might be better off buried.
In her stunning follow-up to Lies You Never Told Me, Jennifer Donaldson once again delivers a propulsive thriller with a masterful twist, skillfully creating a world where nothing is quite as it seems.
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