Tag Archives: fantasy

Between the Lines by Jodi Picoult & Samantha Van Leer

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Jerilyn

Why I checked it out:  A friend recommended this book. She said, “Between the Lines” is your kind of book, Jerilyn. It has fairytale people coming alive inside a book.” Why I liked it: The story is told in the alternating voices of … Continue reading →

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Staff Review: Enchanted by Alethea Kontis

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Jerilyn

Why I checked it out: I love novels that incorporate a variety of fairy tales into the story. Why I liked it: “Enchanted” includes themes from “Cinderella”, “Rumplestiltskin”, “Sleeping Beauty”, “Jack and the Beanstalk”, and “The Frog Prince.” Sunday is … Continue reading →

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Polly Shulman: Advice for Young Writers

Posted on November 19, 2012 by DBRLTeen

Today we conclude our interview series with Polly Shulman, author of the Truman Award-nominated book, “The Grimm Legacy.” To read the first chapter online, be sure to visit Polly’s website at www.pollyshulman.com. For more great reading recommendations, don’t forget to … Continue reading →

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Polly Shulman: Inspired by Fantasy

Posted on November 12, 2012 by DBRLTeen

Our two favorite twins, Hayden and Garett Ballard, are back this week interviewing Polly Shulman, author of the Truman Award-nominated title, “The Grimm Legacy.” Polly has written about edible jellyfish, Egyptian tombs, infinity, blind dates, books, brains, centenarians, circuses, and … Continue reading →

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Teen Review: The Enchantress by Michael Scott

Posted on November 7, 2012 by DBRLTeen

Reviewer: Heather G. Why you liked this book: “The Enchantress” is the last book in the series, “The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel“.  It is an amazing series!  The most interesting thing about it is the amount of research … Continue reading →

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DBRLTeen Author Exclusive: Polly Shulman

Posted on November 5, 2012 by DBRLTeen

For the month of November, we have invited Polly Shulman, author of “The Grimm Legacy,” to join us for a discussion of her Truman Award-nominated title. In this book, Elizabeth feels like she doesn’t fit in with her stepfamily or … Continue reading →

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Staff Review: Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Johnathan

Why I checked it out: Rick Riordan, the author of the Percy Jackson series, wrote a convincing recommendation on his blog. Why I liked it: “Shadow and Bone” is a fast-paced fantasy set in a country at war. While many … Continue reading →

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Staff Review: The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Johnathan

Why I checked it out: I enjoyed all of Maggie Stiefvater’s previous books and wanted to check out her newest story which is due out on September 18. Why I liked it: “The Raven Boys” entertains with its unpredictability. Filled … Continue reading →

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Oh, My Gods: Greek-Inspired Teen Lit

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Brandy

The Olympic games usually mean a three-week span of time when I morph from a literature-loving teen librarian into an unabashed sports fanatic. This year, I hosted a five-hour watch party of the opening ceremonies. I use my DVR to … Continue reading →

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Teen Review: Fallen Star by Jessica Sorensen

Posted on July 27, 2012 by DBRLTeen

Reviewer: Cortney B. Why you liked this book: I LOVED it because it wasn’t like any other book I have read. The usual young adult paranormal book has a simple plot: hot guy, fall in love, some action, dramatic ending. … Continue reading →

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