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| Sultry...and An Advance Book Giveaway |
| So, how is your summer going? After a really late start to summer here in New York, the temps and humidity finally are where they should be, so it's hot and sultry. I love that word --- sultry. There are some words that are so descriptive that when you say them you can visualize what they mean. When I read or hear "sultry," I see dewy sweatbeads glistening on my forehead. Wonder if you have any words that make you feel like that?
This month we are offering a special book giveaway. We have five copies of THE A-LIST by Zoey Dean, which the publisher describes as GOSSIP GIRL goes to LA. Interested in reading a copy? FAX us a note at 212-246-4640 or send us a snail mail note at Teenreads.com, 250 West 57th Street, Suite 1228, New York, NY 10107 with your name, your snail mail address and your parent's signature (necessary as you are giving us mailing information about you!) We'll choose five winners at random from all the entries that we receive by Friday, August 8th. So, get moving!
Teenreads.com is mentioned this month in a magazine called Better Homes and Gardens in an article with all kinds of information about teen book clubs. If any of you readers are reading this newsletter after finding us in that article --- welcome!
For many of you who are headed back to school in August, these are the last weeks of summer vacation. Enjoy!
Have a great month...
Carol Fitzgerald (Carol@bookreporter.com) for Teenreads.com
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| Readers Circle --- A Website and Newsletter About Starting A Teen Book Club..and What to Read! |
| Want to start a book club with your friends? Now there's a website and a newsletter that tells you how to get started --- Readers-Circle.com. Here are details...
What do you do when you're reading a book that is so good --- so provocative -- that you just have to talk to someone about it? Why not do something about it? A book group is a great way to bring friends together to share your love of reading and inspire great conversations.
Wondering what to read? We have found a program called Readers Circle that has 18 books that are perfect choices. No matter what your reading preferences are --- contemporary fiction, humor, mysteries, history, classics --- you'll find a Readers Circle book to suit your taste.
What makes Readers Circle books special is that there's a Reader's Guide in every book (we also have them online for you right here at Teenreads.com). Perfect for book groups, this guide provides intriguing discussion questions, revealing author interviews, in-depth author biographies, insight into the writing process and recommendations for further reading.
There are 18 titles to choose from!
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| Tell Us What You Think: PLEASE DON'T KILL THE FRESHMAN |
Your opinion matters to the publishers at HarperTempest. Each month they are going to share a not-yet-published title with us that they'd like to hear YOUR thoughts about. It's your chance to read an advanced reading copy of a book (known as an ARC) and tell them what YOU think! What could be more fun than a chance to preview a new book and then share your opinion? It's your chance to be a trendsetter!
This month's book is PLEASE DON'T KILL THE FRESHMAN by Zoe Trope, which is due in stores in September 2003.
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Find out more about Tell Us What You Think here.
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| Poll: Answer These Two Questions! |
Approximately how many hours a week do you typically spend reading books for pleasure during the summer?
If your school gave you a list of required books to read this summer, are you taking notes as you're reading these books to ensure that you remember the material when you return in the fall?
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Answer the Poll here.
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| HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX: Our Review |
HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX by J.K. Rowling
A prophecy, the return of Lord Voldemort, and an unclear line between good and evil bring Harry Potter's world to a new and dark place, as the 15-year-old struggles to cope with the difficulties of adolescence during his fifth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Reviewed by Carlie Kraft.
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Read a review of HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX here.
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| I CAPTURE THE CASTLE: Now in Theatres |
The brightly witty and adventuresome story of seventeen-year-old Cassandra Mortmain is now in select theatres. Cassandra (Romola Garai) is an aspiring writer who strives to hone her writing skills by filling journals with sharply funny yet poignant entries about her family who live in not-so-genteel poverty in a ramshackle English castle. Candidly chronicling the great changes that take place within the old castle's walls, especially those of her beautiful sister Rose (Rose Byrne), Cassandra begins revealing her own first descent into love when she meets the two young American men who inherit the estate (Marc Blucas & Henry Thomas).
"Charming and Elegantly cast! Wonderful performances by Romola Garai & Rose Byrne. Brings out the charm and warmth of the original book."
--Mark Adams, Hollywood Reporter
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Read more about I Capture the Castle here.
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| Cool New Books for July |
This month's roundup of cool new books contains some fabulous titles to select from. In addition to R.L. Stine's latest effort, a heart-stopping suspense/thriller, we have plenty of updates to your favorite series books, a brand new fantasy-horror series, and a special treat for all you Roswell fans. Happy choosing everyone!
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Read about the Cool New Books for July here.
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| This Month's Reviews |
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THE WEE FREE MEN by Terry Pratchett
In a riveting tale that is both suspenseful and humorous, Terry Pratchett tells the story of a young witch-to-be named Tiffany who must journey through the terrifying and ever-shifting dreamscape of Fairyland to rescue her kidnapped brother. Reviewed by Roz Shea and excerpted.
THE BATTLE OF JERICHO by Sharon M. Draper
Jericho is a junior in high school who can't wait to join the Warriors of Distinction, the most exclusive club in his school --- until their hazing rituals become more intense and grow deadly serious. Reviewed by Norah Piehl and excerpted.
THE FIRST PART LAST by Angela Johnson
Bobby is your typical sixteen-year-old boy --- impulsive, eager and quite restless. But he learns precisely what being a man is all about when he finds himself caring for his precious infant daughter. Reviewed by Norah Piehl and excerpted.
D.I.Y.GIRL: The Real Girl's Guide to Making Everything from Lip Gloss to Lamps by Jennifer Bonnell
Shopping can be fun, but there's nothing quite like being able to make your own clothes and jewelry, and give your friends personalized, homemade gifts. Jennifer Bonnell will teach you how to make just about anything --- and save time and money in the process. Reviewed by Amy Alessio.
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Read this month's reviews here.
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| Word of Mouth --- Tell Us What You're Reading and You Could Win a Book! |
This contest period, one teen reader will be randomly chosen to win a copy of THE SITTER by R.L. Stine. (See official rules below.) To automatically enter to win, e-mail us your recommendations and ratings at: wordofmouth@teenreads.com.
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Post on Word of Mouth --- see rules here.
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Have a great month...and make some time each day to read something you enjoy!
--- Carol Fitzgerald for Teenreads.com
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