This week @ APL for teens

Come out Thursday at 3 pm to do a little tie dying! We'll provide the supplies, and you bring your own article of clothing to dye. We'll also bring out some of these bad boys for you to enjoy, since we'll be doing this project outside under the tent:










Come out for this free and fun event!

New Books @ APL

Looking for a brand new book to read? We've just gotten a ton of new stuff in and it's ready for you to check out. All descriptions are from our catalog. Happy reading!

Almost True by Keran David: Following a fatal stabbing, Ty and his family have been given new identities, but when his mum's boyfriend is killed by attackers, he finds himself torn between wanting to see his girlfriend and afraid that he is confided in her too much.

Withering Tights by Louise Rennison: Self-conscious about her knobby knees but confident in her acting ability, fourteen-year-old Tallulah spends the summer at a Yorkshire performing arts camp that, she is surprised to learn, is for girls only.

Sharks & Boys by Kristen Tracy: Feeling betrayed, fifteen-year-old Enid follows her boyfriend, Wick, from Vermont to Maryland where he and six others they know from twin studies rent a yacht, but after she sneaks aboard a storm sets them adrift without food or water, fighting for survival.

The Day Before by Lisa Schroeder: Sixteen-year-old Amber, hoping to spend one perfect day alone at the beach before her world is turned upside down, meets and feels a strong connection to Cade, who is looking for his own escape, for a very different reason.

Super Human by Michael Carroll: A ragtag group of young superheroes takes on a powerful warrior who is transported from 4,000 years in the past to enslave the modern world.

Teen Book Reviews!

Looking for a worthwhile read? Try one of these books, backed by other local teens! Links go to the catalog, so you can request the book from home

Why I Fight by J. Adams Oaks: This was really good. The author really went deep into Wyatts mind. It expressed love and affection, as well as pain and hate. Overall, I give it 5 stars. It didn't remind me of any other books or movies because it was so original, and I would recommend this for everyone who likes to get absorbed in a book. -- Grace

Ever by Gail Carson Levine: Ever is an interesting story about a girl (Eki) who is doomed to be sacrificed to a false god, and an immortal (Olus), who wants to save her at any cost. It's a good story, but not as engaging and mature as this author's other book Fairest nor as fun as Ella Enchanted. Overall, 3/5 Stars -- Kelsey

Across the Universe by Beth Revis: I was not disappointed by this book. I thought the author balanced her sci-fi theme well with romance -- and a realistic romance at that! I was worried that, like so many of this type of book right now, this book would be all about the characters madly falling in love with each other and not at all about the problems facing them in space. But, like I said, I wasn't disappointed: the politics and science in this novel were totally within the realms of reality and a possible future. 4.5 stars out of 5. -- Linnea

Crush by Carrie Mac: This book was very different from all of the other books I've read. It wasn't bad, just different. I kinda fell in love with these types of books.* 3/5 Stars -- Kylie.

* These are the Orca Sounding and Orca Current books. They're fast paced and easy to read with quick plots. Look for them by the spine in the teen area.

What's up this week @ Aram Public Library

Don't forget -- the All-You-Can-Read Buffet (aka: teen book club) will be meeting on Thursday from 3-4:30 in the meeting room. We'll be discussing Lish McBride's Hold Me Closer, Necromancer. What's it about?

Sam LaCroix, a Seattle fast-food worker and college dropout, discovers that he is a necromancer, part of a world of harbingers, werewolves, satyrs, and one particular necromancer who sees Sam as a threat to his lucrative business of raising the dead.

This book's supposed to be a rollicking read, and it's even earned a nod from the American Library Association as one of last year's best debut (aka: first time author) books. Should be a blast to talk about.

Need a copy of the book? Bring your library card to the upstairs desk and ask. We've got one for you there.

Need a book to read?

Here's a handful of book trailers of some of the new books that have come into the library lately. Haven't seen a book trailer before? It's like a movie trailer, but for a book.

Imaginary Girls by Nova Ren Suma

Are you intrigued? We'll be discussing this one at our July 28 Teen Book Club discussion. Pick up a copy at the desk. Not only will we discuss it -- we'll be chatting with the author, too.

Blood Red Road by Moira Young

This post-apocalyptic/dystopian novel will be one you want to pick up if you loved The Hunger Games. Saba, the main character, might be more of a tough girl than Katniss.

Divergent by Veronica Roth

This fast-paced dystopian is another one fans of The Hunger Games will want to read, and this one's even set in Chicago. It's kind of cool to read about places you might be familiar with.

Stupid Fast by Geoff Herbach

This is one of my favorite books in a long time -- it's set in Wisconsin (near Platteville) and is a great book for guys and girls. Felton's a hilarious and relatable main character.

Teen Book Reviews

We've been getting so many great book reviews from you guys that I have to keep sharing them. Check out any of these if you're looking for a good read!

Split by Swati Avasthi: OMG! This is probably one of the best books I've ever read. Considering that's thousands, it is a really, really good book. It reminded me of an episode of Law and Order SVU and would be a good book for people like me who don't squirm away from rough, violent, and very graphic stories. -- Grace

Bloodthirsty by Flynn Meaney: This was really funny. I liked the part where he turns into a fake vampire to get girls. It was also funny because his name is Finnbar. This book reminded me of Vampire Diaries and The Twilight Saga because of the vampires, and people who have read these books or like funny books would like this one. Four stars -- Grace.

Shine, Coconut Moon by Neesha Meminger: This book was great. This girl grows up knowing who she thinks she is, then when she finds out her real self, everything in her life changes. 5/5 stars -- Kylie

I was Jane Austen's Best Friend by Cora Harrison: I really liked this book. I thought the love in this book was really strong between Jenny and Captian W. It was really well written. 5/5 Stars -- Keanna

Siobhan Vivian @ Aram Public Library

Don't forget that author Siobhan Vivian will be at the Aram Public Library this Wednesday at 3 pm! If you're a creative writer, you'll want to come learn how to hone your skills from an expert.

This program is best for those age 11 and up.

We have a few copies of Siobhan's book Same Difference left from our teen book club, so we'll raffle those copies off to random attendees who would like to get them signed by the author. Bring something to write with, and we'll supply small notebooks for attendees.

Want to learn more about Siobhan or her books before she comes? Check out her website!