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For fans of vintage YA, a humorous and in-depth history of beloved teen literature from the 1980s and 1990s, full of trivia and pop culture fun.
Those pink covers. That flimsy paper. The nonstop series installments that hooked readers throughout their entire adolescence. These were not the serious-issue novels of the 1970s, nor the blockbuster YA trilogies that arrived in the 2000s. Nestled in between were the girl-centric teen...
Those pink covers. That flimsy paper. The nonstop series installments that hooked readers throughout their entire adolescence. These were not the serious-issue novels of the 1970s, nor the blockbuster YA trilogies that arrived in the 2000s. Nestled in between were the girl-centric teen...
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“One of the most vital and original novelists of her generation.” —Larissa MacFarquhar, The New Yorker
From the bestselling author of Americanah and We Should All Be Feminists
Fifteen-year-old Kambili and her older brother Jaja lead a privileged life in Enugu, Nigeria. They live in a beautiful house, with a caring family, and attend an exclusive missionary school. They're completely
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2021.
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"Wendelin Van Draanen didn't grow up wanting to be a writer, but thirty books later, she's convinced that writing saved her life. Or, at least, saved her from a life of bitterness and despair. Writing helped her sort out what she thought and felt and wanted. And digging deep into fictional characters helped her understand the real people in her life better as well. Wendelin shares what she's learned-about writing, life, and what it takes to live the...
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©2009
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English
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Recommends books for gifted readers that provide insights and coping skills for issues they may face from preschool through high school, featuring more than three hundred titles with brief summaries, organized by reading levels; and includes an index arranged by theme.
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[2020]
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English
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"Whether you already have some cooking know-how or your kitchen skills are limited to pressing buttons on the microwave, now you can create your own flavor-packed, homemade meals--without a hassle. The Super Easy Teen Cookbook is filled with recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and snacktime--all of which you can easily prepare without any cooking experience. The recipes in this teen cookbook have detailed, step-by-step instructions and...
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2022.
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Use the ancient discipline of astrology to discover the secrets of zodiac signs, and harness the power of the planets to uncover insights about your personality and life. Inside you will find everything you need to explore the hidden wisdom of the cosmos, and shine a light on your own life.
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2020.
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English
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Dive into the incredible world of eSports! With the advent of games like Overwatch, Fortnite and League of Legends, eSports' popularity has reached new stratospheres in recent years. This 100% Unofficial guide has everything you need to know about the top games, the best teams and their talented players. With over 15 games featured, ranging from Street Fighter to Super Smash Bros., there's something for every video game fan and eSport enthusiast.
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Hagenheim volume 9
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"From New York Times bestselling author Melanie Dickerson comes a fresh reimagining of the classic Mulan tale. Mulan isn't afraid to pretend to be a son and assume her father's soldier duties in war. But what happens when the handsome son of a duke discovers her secret? Mulan is trying to resign herself to marrying the village butcher for the good of her family, but her adventurous spirit just can't stand the thought. At the last minute, she pretends...
16) Castle of refuge
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Dericott tale volume 2
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In medieval England, nineteen-year-old Audrey, the daughter of English nobility and facially scarred by her abusive, mentally ill sister, seeks God's protection when she runs away from an arranged marriage proposal, to find true love, safety, and a purpose to her life.
Fourteenth-century England. Audrey has suffered her sister Maris's cruel, jealous behavior all her life. An act of malice made their father, a viscount, sent Maris to a convent, but...
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[2022]
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"In this harrowing survival story, Brian Koonoo takes off on a hunting trip in Canada's Arctic. After his snowmobile breaks down, his GPS loses signal, and his camping fuel runs low, Brian is left alone to survive for seven days. He experiences close encounters with planes, blizzards, and hunger, all while much of his gear is lost, and walking 60 kilometres in search of safety. He uses the knowledge his father and Elders taught him--modern and traditional...
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2021.
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"Within Reshuffled, 22 adults who experienced foster or kinship care, bravely tell their stories; from youth handed difficult situations to adults of character and resolve. Every story and situation is unique, but the obstacles are consistent and resonate with teens in foster care today. Told in easy-to-read stories, Reshuffled is an inspiration for anyone whose childhood has fallen short."--Page [4] of cover.
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