DBRLTeen

Twilight Graphic Novel Publishes 3/16

DBRLTeen — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:54:07 +0000

Twilight Graphic Novel

The long-awaited graphic novel version of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight will be released next Tuesday, March 16. This book has been illustrated by Korean comics artist Young Kim and will be released in two separate volumes. Sadly, no release date has been announced for the second volume.

According to Meyer, “Young has done an incredible job transforming the words that I have written into beautiful images. The characters and settings are very close to what I was imagining while writing the series.” Click here to add your name to the holds list for this exciting new release.

Teen Graphic Novel Display at the Columbia Public Library

And, while you are waiting for this title to become available, stop by the Columbia Public Library to preview some of our other graphic novels. We have two separate displays set up in our teen and children’s sections. If you are new to graphic novels, check out this list of ALA’s 2010 Top Ten Graphic Novels for Teens:

The Helm by Jim Hardison and Bart Sears
Children of the Sea, Vol 1 by Daisuke Igarashi
Pinocchio: Vampire Slayer by Van Jensen and Dusty Higgins
I Kill Giants by Joe Kelly and J.M. Ken Nimura
Omega the Unknown by Jonathan Lethem and Farel Dalrymple
Bayou, Vol. 1 by Jeremy Love
A.D.: New Orleans After the Deluge by Josh Neufeld
Gunnerkrigg Court, Vol. 1: Orientation by Tom Siddell
Pluto by Naoki Urasawa and Takashi Nagasaki
Ooku: The Inner Chambers, Vol. 1 by Fumi Yoshinaga

Children's Graphic Novel Display at the Columbia Public Library

Teen Blog Art Contest

DBRLTeen — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:12:31 +0000

It’s time for spring cleaning, and we want to spruce up the library’s teen blog with some original artwork. Area teens are encouraged to submit original artwork which will be used to replace our existing blog header. Chosen submissions will be showcased here on DBRLTeen throughout late spring and summer. Entries due by March 31. Click here to download and print an entry form.

VOLaTiLE Video for Teens

DBRLTeen — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:39:44 +0000

Help us make a video to promote the Teen Summer Reading program. This video-editing program is scheduled for Saturday, March 6 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Columbia Public Library.

The theme is “Make Waves @ Your Library.” We’ll use Windows Movie Maker to add your personal touches to our video. Come share your expertise or learn as we go. Your video will make an appearance on DBRLTeen, the library’s blog for teens.

This is a part of the library’s VOLaTiLE program: VOLunteer Teens in Library Environments. Ages 13-18. To get a feel for this program, check out the video below which was created the last time this program was hosted. You may register after February 23 by calling (573) 443-3161.

For more information on upcoming library programs, please check out the DBRLTeen Program Calendar.

Mockingjay Next in Hunger Games Series

DBRLTeen — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:39:48 +0000

Last Friday, Scholastic announced the title and cover art for Suzanne Collin’s final book in the Hunger Games Trilogy: Mockingjay. The title was inspired by the very creature chosen as a symbol for Panem’s rebellion. In related news, The Hunger Games is currently being made into a film by Color Force production company with with an expected release date of 2011. Fun fact: Scholastic plans to print 750,000 copies of Mockingjay for its initial release. That’ s 500,000 more than the initial printing of Catching Fire, the second book in the trilogy.

Youth Writers’ Workshop

DBRLTeen — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:33:22 +0000

A Youth Writers’ Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, March 6 at 10 a.m. at the Callaway County Public Library. Christopher Webster will teach young writers the technical aspects of editing and revision. Ages 10-18 will work on identifying unnecessary elements and learning to expand the remaining text into a coherent story. Participants will examine some classic authors and discuss the four types of stories, how to maintain a coherent mood or feel throughout a piece, and how to apply emphasis to the proper words. This workshop is free and includes snacks, a pizza lunch and all writing materials. Space is limited. To register, please call (573) 642-7261.

For more information on upcoming library programs, please check out the DBRLTeen Program Calendar.

New Library Catalog: Search, Save & Share

DBRLTeen — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:19:36 +0000

Be one of the first to try out the library’s new catalog! We’re still fine-tuning the catalog for its official release next week, but, as of today, we’ve made it available as a preview so you can get a head start. Try out this great new tool today.

The new catalog makes it easier to find books, music, videos and more with better search results and useful filters. You’ll also have fun finding stuff you didn’t know you wanted with user tags, lists and reviews. Log in and create your username, and you’ll be able to add your own ratings, save books for later and share items with friends on Facebook or your blog.

“Going Bovine” Wins Printz Award

DBRLTeen — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:28:55 +0000

Every January the American Library Association hosts a massive award event in which it honors distinguished children’s and teen books published during the previous year. Think of it as the Academy Awards for bibliophiles. One of the most recognized awards presented at this time is the Printz Award which honors a book that “exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature.”

This year’s Printz Award went to Libba Bray for her book, Going Bovine. Bray is also the author of the Gemma Doyle Series which includes A Great and Terrible Beauty, Rebel Angels, and A Sweet Far Thing. In celebration of her achievement, we invite you to enjoy the humorous interview below with Ms. Bray herself. Feel free to click on any of the links above to add your name to the reserve list for these in-demand titles!

Award for Excellence in YA Nonfiction

DBRLTeen — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 20:32:08 +0000

Five titles have been announced as finalists for the Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults. This award is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) and honors the best nonfiction book published for those ages 12-18.

To help promote the new award, YALSA is also sponsoring a contest for teens to create a book trailer for the finalists. Entrants must post their videos to YouTube before January 17, 2010. Additional information about the contest can be found at http://yalsa.ala.org/BookTrailerContest.pdf. Click on the titles below to reserve your copy today!

Third Book Announced for Hunger Games Trilogy

DBRLTeen — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:39:43 +0000

We are happy to announce that a date has been set for the release of the next book in the uber-popular Hunger Games series: August 24, 2010. Since this book is still untitled, be sure to monitor the DBRLTeen blog as we will post it as soon as it becomes available. In the meantime, if you are new to the Hunger Games series or would just like to beef up on your District 12 trivia, click on the images below to put these books on hold:

What Makes a Library a Library?

DBRLTeen — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 19:13:52 +0000

Georgia School Librarian Buffy Hamilton asked teens at her media center how they define the library. She found that young adults focused on “relationships, experiences, atmosphere, and library as place.” Below is a video of some of the interviews she conducted with her students.