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Aliens, Coney Island, and a Glitter Princess: Michael Buckley on His YA Debut "Undertow"
Well-known middle grade author Michael Buckley is about to expand that fan base to teens with the release of his debut YA novel, Undertow. SLJ caught up with Buckley to talk about the sci-fi novel set in a near-future Coney Island and his creative process.
Secrets Sad and True in Henry Turner’s “Ask the Dark” | Interview
Henry Turner’s debut YA novel Ask the Dark forces readers to consider life as it happens at the edge of their consciousness. SLJTeen caught up with the author to chat about his writing process.
"Out of Easy” College Scholarship; Sample Friesen’s “Both of Me” | SLJTeen News
Your teens can win money for college by simply writing an essay; get a sneak peek of Jonathan Friesen’s latest title, Both of Me.
Technology Pilots in Colorado Juvenile Facility Libraries Support Learning and Digital Literacy Skills
The Division of Youth Corrections, in partnership with the Colorado State Library, has had a great run in its recent launches of multiple technology pilot projects in select juvenile correctional facilities statewide. These innovative initiatives are designed to support positive youth development and resilience for at-risk youth.
Chattanooga (TN) Public Library Launches Online High School Diploma Program for Adults
Chattanooga (TN) Public Library, in partnership with Gale/Cengage Learning, is giving its patrons the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma and credentialed career certificate via the Career Online High School program.
Circle the Globe with Jack Berenson; Get a Lift from Adobe Through Development Grants | SLJTeen News
While lots of tweens pine for excitement in their lives, Jack Berenson just wants a normal childhood. Enter to win all of the “Berenson Schemes” titles, and while you’re at it, apply for software and development grants from Adobe.
2014 Cybils Award Finalists Announced
SLJTeen takes a look at the young adult CYBILS finalists in nonfiction, graphic novels, fiction and speculative fiction. You’ll find a few surprises along with some already popular award contenders.
Inside Special Education: Gail Giles and 'Girls Like Us'
Girls Like Us by Gail Giles takes readers into the hearts of two distinctly different teens with cognitive impairment, and shares her thoughts on special education, imperfect people, and the challenge of writing grammatically incorrect dialogue.
Graphic Novel Reading Lists Now Available from ALSC
Looking for graphic novel reading recommendations for grades K–8? Look no further than the just-released lists from the Association of Library Services to Children.
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