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The House On Mango Street

Cisneros, Sandra.


A young girl living in an Hispanic neighborhood in Chicago ponders the advantages and disadvantages of her environment and evaluates her relationships with family and friends.
Date Published:1991

The Perks Of Being A Wallflower

Chbosky, Stephen.


Booklist, Kirkus Review, Publisher's Weekly, School Library Journal, Voice of Youth Advocate, Contains a collection of fictional letters from the character Charlie that illuminate some of the hardships of the high school years.
Date Published:1999

Ask Me No Questions

Budhos, Marina Tamar.


Booklist, Horn Book Guide, Horn Book Magazine, Publisher's Weekly, School Library Journal, Voice of Youth Advocate, Fourteen-year-old Nadira, her sister, and their parents leave Bangladesh for New York City, but the expiration of their visas and the events of September 11, 2001, bring frustration, sorrow, and terror for the whole family.
Date Published:2007

Ship Breaker

Bacigalupi, Paolo.


Booklist, Horn Book Guide, Library Media Connection, Publisher's Weekly, School Library Journal, In a futuristic world, teenaged Nailer scavenges copper wiring from grounded oil tankers for a living, but when he finds a beached clipper ship with a girl in the wreckage, he has to decide if he should strip the ship for its wealth or rescue the girl.
Date Published:2011

Highway 61 Resurfaced

Fitzhugh, Bill.


Publisher's Weekly, March 2005 Booklist, March 2005 Disc jockey and private investigator Rick Shannon is hired by Lollie Woolfolk to track down her long lost grandfather, blues producer Tucker Woolfolk, and soon finds himself caught up in a decades-old plot that involves murder and the quest to find the legendary recordings of the blues trio, Blind, Crippled, and Crazy.
Date Published:2005

Artists And Writers Of The Harlem Renaissance

Beckman, Wendy Hart.


Profiles ten artists and writers of the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and 1930s.
Date Published:2002

Mississippi Sissy

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Black Boy : (American hunger) : a record of childhood and youth /

Wright, Richard.


When Black Boy exploded onto the literary scene in 1945, it caused a sensation. Orville Prescott of the New York Times wrote that "if enough such books are written, if enough millions of people read them maybe, someday, in the fullness of time, there will be a greater understanding and a more true democracy." Opposing forces felt compelled to comment: addressing Congress, Senator Theodore Bilbo of Mississippi argued that the purpose of this book "was to plant seeds of hate and devilment in the minds of every American." From 1975 to 1978, Black Boy was banned in schools throughout the United States for "obscenity" and "instigating hatred between the races."
Date Published:2020

When Black Boy exploded onto the literary scene in 1945, it caused a sensation. Orville Prescott of the New York Times wrote that "if enough such books are written, if enough millions of people read them maybe, someday, in the fullness of time, there will be a greater understanding and a more true democracy." Opposing forces felt compelled to comment: addressing Congress, Senator Theodore Bilbo of Mississippi argued that the purpose of this book "was to plant seeds of hate and devilment in the minds of every American." From 1975 to 1978, Black Boy was banned in schools throughout the United States for "obscenity" and "instigating hatred between the races."

Date Published:2020

All Over But The Shoutin'

Bragg, Rick.


Wilson's Senior High School, November 2002 Wilson's Public Library, May 1998 School Library Journal, April 1998 Library Journal, September 1997 Publisher's Weekly, July 1997 Booklist, September 1997 Kirkus Starred, July 1997 New York Times, September 1997 Choice, March 1998 The author recalls his poverty-stricken youth in Alabama in the 1960s and 70s, focusing on the extraordinary efforts of his mother to protect her sons from the violence of their father, a man scarred by war, and telling of the sacrifices she made so her children could have a better life.
Date Published:1997

Wilson's Senior High School, November 2002 Wilson's Public Library, May 1998 School Library Journal, April 1998 Library Journal, September 1997 Publisher's Weekly, July 1997 Booklist, September 1997 Kirkus Starred, July 1997 New York Times, September 1997 Choice, March 1998 The author recalls his poverty-stricken youth in Alabama in the 1960s and 70s, focusing on the extraordinary efforts of his mother to protect her sons from the violence of their father, a man scarred by war, and telling of the sacrifices she made so her children could have a better life.

Date Published:1997

Ibn Al-haytham : first scientist

Steffens, Bradley, 1955-


Boyhood in Basra -- Scholar of Basra -- "Madness" -- To Egypt -- Scholar of Cairo -- Return to Basra -- "The physicist" -- Timeline. Wilson's Senior High School, October 2007 Wilson's Junior High School, November 2008 School Library Journal, July 2007 Booklist, December 2006 Horn Book, October 2007 Kirkus Review, December 2006 An introduction to the life of Ibn al-Haytham, a pioneer in several scientific and mathematical fields who lived from approximately 950 to 1040, describing his groundbreaking work and lasting influence on modern science and mathematics.
Date Published:2007

Boyhood in Basra -- Scholar of Basra -- "Madness" -- To Egypt -- Scholar of Cairo -- Return to Basra -- "The physicist" -- Timeline. Wilson's Senior High School, October 2007 Wilson's Junior High School, November 2008 School Library Journal, July 2007 Booklist, December 2006 Horn Book, October 2007 Kirkus Review, December 2006 An introduction to the life of Ibn al-Haytham, a pioneer in several scientific and mathematical fields who lived from approximately 950 to 1040, describing his groundbreaking work and lasting influence on modern science and mathematics.

Date Published:2007

Sherman Alexie

Sonneborn, Liz.


Includes chronology. Includes glossary. Growing up - Becoming a writer - Finding success - Writing for young readers - Telling stories - Fact sheet on Sherman Alexie - Fact sheet on Sherman Alexie's work - Critical reviews. This book describes the life and career of Sherman Alexie, author of "The Business of Fancydancing," "The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven," and "War Dances."
Date Published:2013

Alexander The Great

Doleac, Miles.


Alexander the Great explores the background, personality, and battle tactics of a legendary conqueror, whose prowess in battle cemented his name in human history. The engaging and comprehensive text depicts Alexander s life, the lives of his soldiers, the stories of his battles, and the formations of cities and legends. Paintings, photos, and engravings illustrate Greek culture and historical figures. Maps and diagrams depict the brilliant strategy of a commander who fought with his men. Though Alexander reigned and conquered over two thousand years ago, his battle successes and political ambitions had an enduring impact on military strategy and on the regions and cultures he ruled. Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Illustrations, Index, Maps, Sidebars, Websites, Videos, Bibliography, Black-and-White Photographs, Diagrams.
Date Published:2017

Alexander the Great explores the background, personality, and battle tactics of a legendary conqueror, whose prowess in battle cemented his name in human history. The engaging and comprehensive text depicts Alexander s life, the lives of his soldiers, the stories of his battles, and the formations of cities and legends. Paintings, photos, and engravings illustrate Greek culture and historical figures. Maps and diagrams depict the brilliant strategy of a commander who fought with his men. Though Alexander reigned and conquered over two thousand years ago, his battle successes and political ambitions had an enduring impact on military strategy and on the regions and cultures he ruled. Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Illustrations, Index, Maps, Sidebars, Websites, Videos, Bibliography, Black-and-White Photographs, Diagrams.

Date Published:2017

Madeleine Albright

Acker, Kerry.


The highest-ranking woman in U.S. government -- Czechoslovakia : 1878-1937 -- The war years : 1937-1945 -- Daughter of a statesman : 1945-1948 -- American girl : 1948-1959 -- Domestics and doctoral studies : 1959-1968 -- Climbing Capitol Hill : 1968-1982 -- An influential democrat : 1982-1992 -- UN ambassador : 1992-1997 -- Madam secretary : 1997-2003. Presents a biography of Madeleine Albright, discussing what live was like in Czechoslovakia for Jews at the time she was born, her family's move to the U.S., her childhood and education, and the political career that led to her being appointed Secretary of State during the Clinton administration.
Date Published:2004

The highest-ranking woman in U.S. government -- Czechoslovakia : 1878-1937 -- The war years : 1937-1945 -- Daughter of a statesman : 1945-1948 -- American girl : 1948-1959 -- Domestics and doctoral studies : 1959-1968 -- Climbing Capitol Hill : 1968-1982 -- An influential democrat : 1982-1992 -- UN ambassador : 1992-1997 -- Madam secretary : 1997-2003. Presents a biography of Madeleine Albright, discussing what live was like in Czechoslovakia for Jews at the time she was born, her family's move to the U.S., her childhood and education, and the political career that led to her being appointed Secretary of State during the Clinton administration.

Date Published:2004

The Librarian Of Auschwitz

Iturbe, Antonio.


Based on the experience of real-life Auschwitz prisoner Dita Kraus, this is the incredible story of a girl who risked her life to keep the magic of books alive during the Holocaust.
Date Published:2017

Beastkeeper

Hellisen, Cat,


Horn Book Guide, Kirkus Review, Publishers Weekly Starred, School Library Connection, School Library Journal, Voice of Youth Advocates, When thirteen-year-old Sarah's mother abandons the family, her father takes Sarah to live with her grandparents in the ruins of a castle deep in the woods, where she discovers that her family is cursed to turn into beasts unless Sarah can discover the source of their dark enchantment.
Date Published:2016

Horn Book Guide, Kirkus Review, Publishers Weekly Starred, School Library Connection, School Library Journal, Voice of Youth Advocates, When thirteen-year-old Sarah's mother abandons the family, her father takes Sarah to live with her grandparents in the ruins of a castle deep in the woods, where she discovers that her family is cursed to turn into beasts unless Sarah can discover the source of their dark enchantment.

Date Published:2016

The Epidemic

Young, Suzanne.


Companion book to: The Program and The Treatment. Sequel to: The Remedy. Can one girl help others find closure by slipping into the identities of their loved ones? Find out in this riveting sequel to The Remedy and companion to the New York Times bestselling The Treatment and The Program. In a world before The Program Quinlan McKee has spent her life acting as other people. She was a closer a person hired to play the role of the recently deceased in order to give their families closure. Through this process, Quinn learned to read people and situations, even losing a bit of herself to do so. But she couldn t have guessed how her last case would bring down her entire world. The only person Quinn trusts is Deacon, her best friend and the love of her life. Except Deacon s been keeping secrets of his one, so Quinn must set out alone to find Arthur Pritchard, the doctor who s been trying to control her life. The journey brings Quinn to Arthur s daughter, Virginia, who tells Quinn the truth about Pritchard s motives. The former closer will start to see that she is the first step in fighting an epidemic. But Quinlan doesn t want to be a cure. And with all the lies surrounding her, she realizes she has no one left to rely on but herself even if she doesn t know who that is anymore.
Date Published:2016

Companion book to: The Program and The Treatment. Sequel to: The Remedy. Can one girl help others find closure by slipping into the identities of their loved ones? Find out in this riveting sequel to The Remedy and companion to the New York Times bestselling The Treatment and The Program. In a world before The Program Quinlan McKee has spent her life acting as other people. She was a closer a person hired to play the role of the recently deceased in order to give their families closure. Through this process, Quinn learned to read people and situations, even losing a bit of herself to do so. But she couldn t have guessed how her last case would bring down her entire world. The only person Quinn trusts is Deacon, her best friend and the love of her life. Except Deacon s been keeping secrets of his one, so Quinn must set out alone to find Arthur Pritchard, the doctor who s been trying to control her life. The journey brings Quinn to Arthur s daughter, Virginia, who tells Quinn the truth about Pritchard s motives. The former closer will start to see that she is the first step in fighting an epidemic. But Quinlan doesn t want to be a cure. And with all the lies surrounding her, she realizes she has no one left to rely on but herself even if she doesn t know who that is anymore.

Date Published:2016

Hotel Ruby

Young, Suzanne.


Paperback is titled: Hotel for the Lost. On the way to spend a summer with her grandmother after the sudden death of her mother, seventeen-year-old Audrey, her older brother Daniel, and their father happen upon the Hotel Ruby, a luxurious place filled with unusual guests and little chance of ever leaving.
Date Published:2015

The Dream Thieves

Stiefvater, Maggie, 1981-,


Now that the ley lines around Cabeswater are awake, magic is swirling around Blue and The Raven boys and Ronan Lynch's ability to pull objects from his dreams is almost out of control but worst of all, the mysterious Gray Man is stalking the Lynch family, looking for something called the Greywaren.
Date Published:2013

Scythe

Shusterman, Neal,


""In a world where disease has been eliminated, the only way to die is to be randomly killed ('gleaned') by professional reapers ('scythes'). Two teens must compete with each other to become a scythe--a position neither of them wants. The one who becomes a scythe must kill the one who doesn't"--
Date Published:2016

Tyger, Tyger

Skogen, Jennifer.


In the thrilling conclusion of The Haunting of Grey Hills, a final choice must be made that could change the world forever. Each person must answer one final question: what am I willing to do for the people I love? Who will die? Who will survive? What does death even mean, in a world full of ghosts? Tyger, Tyger is Book #6 from The Haunting of Grey Hills, an EPIC Press series.
Date Published:2016