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Hahn, Daniel. The Ultimate Teen Book Guide. YA/ 028.1/ ULT

Reber, Deborah. Chill :--Stress-Reducing Techniques For A More Balanced, Peaceful You. YA/ 155.9/ REB
Describes the physiological effects of stress, provides stress-reducing techniques, offers organizational tips, and discusses how to cope with side effects of stress.

Doe, Jon. Jon & Jayne Doe's Guide to Making Friends & "Getting" The Guy (Or Girl). YA/ 306.7/ DOE
Provides advice, accompanied by related scenarios, on friendship and dating, discussing first impressions, conversation, cliques, self-confidence, dealing with rumors, and more.

Doe, Jon. Jon & Jayne Doe's Guide To Throwing, Going To, And "Surviving" Parties. YA/ 642.4/ DOE
A practical how-to guide for throwing all kinds of teen parties including graduation, summer barbeques, pool parties, back-to-school, and summer holiday parties.

Stalder, Erika. Fashion 101 :--A Crash Course In Clothing. YA/ 646.34/ STA
An introduction to fashion that presents facts on fashion trends, styles, evolution, and other related topics and helps readers create a fashionable, functional wardrobe.

Meyrich, Elissa. Rip It! :--How To Deconstruct And Reconstruct The Clothes Of Your Dreams. YA/ 646.4/ MEY
Why spend tons of money on humdrum designer duds when it's possible to revamp a piece you already own to create a guaranteed original that looks, fits, and feels just the way it should? Rip It! shows how simple and fun it can be to transform a tired wardrobe into hip, one-of-a-kind new looks without spending a dime.

Berg, Jim. The original duct tape Halloween book. YA/ 745.5/ NYB
The Duct Tape Guys take on their favorite fun-filled holiday in this book that is chock full of bizarrely creative costume ideas for kids and adults alike.

Pawlett, Raymond. The Karate Handbook. YA/ 796.815/ PAW

Bardhan-Quallen, Sudipta. Jane Goodall :--A Twentieth-Century Life. YA/ B/ GOO
Presents a personal profile of primatologist Jane Goodall, discussing her childhood in France and England, the influences that led her to a career observing and studying chimpanzees in Africa, her marriages and child, and the causes and charities she supported in later life.

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Beals, Melba. Warriors Don't Cry :--A Searing Memoir Of The Battle To Integrate Little Rock's Central High. YA/ 370.19/ BEA
This abridged edition takes an inside look at the drama surrounding the historic integration of Central High School in Little Rock, AK, in 1957, by one of the nine students chosen for the integration.

Conley, Erin. Crush :--A Girl's Guide To Being Crazy In Love. YA/ 646.77/ CON
Crushes are exciting, but they also create a lot of confusing new emotions. This insightful book helps girls manage the ups and downs of falling in love, from the first hello to the final goodbye to all the exhilarating moments in between.

Conley, Erin. Dumped :--A Girl's Guide To Happiness After Heartbreak. YA/ 646.77/ CON
Complete with stories from teens who've survived the heartbreak blues, this book guides girls from the moping, coping, and moving on of a breakup.

Conley, Erin. Uncool :--A Girl's Guide To Misfitting In. YA/ 646.77/ CON
Contains stories, quotes, activities, fashion tips, and other encouragement for high school girls who do not quite fit in with the "in" crowd.

Landau, Camille. What They Don't Teach You At Film School :--161 Strategies For Making Your Own Movie No Matter What. YA/ 791.43/ LAN
Provides practical advice and motivation for would-be filmmakers with or without film-school educations, covering such topics as technical know-how, successful working relationships with actors and the crew, casting, and budgets.

Haugen, David. Africa. YA/ 960/ AFR

Redd, Nancy. Body Drama. YA/ 612/ RED

Stetina, Troy. Beginning Rock Rhythm Guitar Pocket Guide. YA/ 787.87/ STE
Learn to play rock rhythms in the style of the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Hendrix, Clapton, Van Halen, Pearl Jam, and more. You'll learn all the essential rhythm techniques, including: power chords; barre chords; triad shapes; muting; chord progressions; pick harmonics; chord arpeggiation; riffs; and more. This book also includes vital background information with each concept, giving you the theory behind the chops.

Bausum, Ann. Muckrakers :--How Ida Tarbell, Upton Sinclair, and Lincoln Steffens helped expose scandal, inspire reform, and invent investigative journalism. YA/ 070.43/ BAU

Cosgrave, Bronwyn. The Complete History Of Costume And Fashion: From Ancient Egypt To The Present Day. YA/ 391/ COS
Examines trends in clothing style, fabric, accessories, and footwear from ancient Egypt through the twentieth century, and includes over 300 photographs and illustrations.

Davis, James. Skateboarding Is Not A Crime: 50 Years Of Street Culture. YA/ 796.22/ DAV
Skateboarding is a sport with its own philosophy and culture and these are explored in this book along with the history, and skateboarding technique instructions. Dramatic action photography throughout.

Davis, William. Barack Obama :--The politics of hope. YA/ B/ OBA

Field, Syd. The Screenwriter's Workbook. YA/ 808.23/ FIE

Hinds, Gareth. William Shakespeare's King Lear :--A graphic novel. YA/ 822.33/ SHA
A graphic novel adaptation of William Shakespeare's tragedy in which a king foolishly disinherits his favorite child when she speaks out against him, instead splitting his kingdom between the daughters who are plotting against him.

Li, Moying. Snow Falling In Spring :--Coming of age in China during the Cultural Revolution. YA/ 951.056/ LI

McElwain, Jason. The Game Of My Life :--A true story of challenge, triumph, and growing up autistic. YA/ 796.323/ MCE

Quezado Deckker, Zilah. Ancient Rome: Archaeology. YA/ 937.6/ DEC

Trottier, David. The Screenwriter's Bible :--a complete guide to writing, formatting, and selling your script. YA/ 808.23/ TRO
A guide to screenwriting, with information on completing a screenplay, formatting, making revisions, and selling the manuscript.

Vineyard, Jeremy. Setting Up Your Shots :--Great camera moves every filmmaker should know. YA/ 778.53/ VIN
Over 100 storyboards with simple descriptions.

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Abadie, M. Teen Dream Power :--Unlock The Meaning Of Your Dreams. YA/ 154.63/ ABA
This guide, written specifically for teens, provides instruction for dream recall, interpretation, developing a personal dictionary of dream symbols, and keeping a dream diary.

Brunke, Dawn Baumann. Awakening To Animal Voices: A Teen Guide To Telepathic Communication With All Life. YA/ 133.89/ BRU
Teens learn how to connect with animals and the world at large in a deeper, more meaningful way.

Gay, Kathlyn. Cultural Diversity: Conflicts And Challenges: The Ultimate Teen Guide. YA/ 305.8/ GAY
Topics such as prejudice, religious bigotry, racism, gender bias, sexual orientation, scapegoating, and stereotyping are presented through stories of people who have faced problems and challenges.

Krause, Peter. Play-By-Play Golf. YA/ 796.352/ KRA
This book details tips and practice drills for golf, as well as information on the sport's history and equipment.

Paquette, Penny. Asthma: The Ultimate Teen Guide. YA/ 616.238/ PAQ
Provides teens the information needed to manage their asthma, providing interviews with teens who are coping with the disease, advice on taking medications, and tips to stay healthy.

Moran, Katherine. Diabetes: The Ultimate Teen Guide. YA/ 616.462/ MOR
This practical guide for teens with diabetes talks about issues specific to teens ages 16 to 19. It includes multiple no-nonsense tips that demonstrate how life with diabetes can be lived to the fullest. By identifying strategies to help manage high and low blood glucose and giving you ideas on how to get through the everyday drudge without giving up on your diabetes management, author Katherine Moran provides an essential source that is filled with informative and engaging photographs and illustrations, historical tidbits, and an index. Chapters cover using a meal plan and counting carbohydrates; understanding insulin therapy and oral medications; using physical activity to control glucose levels; dealing with other illnesses and preventing complications; being a safe and responsible driver; maintaining good health when traveling; overcoming peer pressure; and creating effective coping strategies for managing and living with diabetes. With the help of this book, teens will learn more about just what diabetes is, the treatment, how to handle the negative feelings it spans, and how to stay healthy and maintain an active life.

Bernstein, Ross. Barry Bonds. YA/ B/ BON
This biography traces the life and accomplishments of Barry Bonds, who has broken more records and achieved more sports goals than any other player in the history of professional baseball.

Kappes, Serena. Alex Rodriguez. YA/ B/ ROD
The life of Alex Rodriguez is discussed with information on his childhood and professional baseball career.

Keller, Bill. Tree Shaker: The Story of Nelson Mandela. YA/ B/ MAN
This biography examines the events that led Mandela from his tribal homeland to the center of the struggle for racial equality in South Africa.

Fradin, Judith. Jane Addams :--Champion Of Democracy. YA/ B/ ADD
The force behind Hull-House, one of the first settlement houses in the United States, Jane Addams is celebrated as an ardent suffragist, civil rights activist, and pacifist.

Marrin, Albert. The Great Adventure: Theodore Roosevelt And The Rise Of Modern America. YA/ B/ ROO
Fascinating details and an intimate, fast-paced narrative explore the heroic life and complex world of an American icon.

Anderson, Tom. Myspace/Ourplanet:--Change Is Possible. YA/ 640/ OUR

Shoup, Kate. Rubbish:--Reuse Your Refuse. YA/ 745.5/ SHO

Moss, Samantha. Where's My Stuff? The Ultimate Teen Organizing Guide. YA/ 640.43/ MOS
A step-by-step guide to getting organized for teens, identifying the obstacles that keep teens from being organized, offering suggestions for getting rid of clutter at school and at home, and discussing time management.

Robinson, Nick. Absolute Beginner's Origami. YA/ 736.982/ ROB

Crisafulli, Chuck. Nirvana: Teen Spirit: The Stories Behind Every Song. YA/ 782.42166/ NIR
Published to coincide with the 10th anniversary of Kurt Cobain's death, this volume has original and revealing interviews with key people close to Nirvana. The story of the band's rise from the dingiest clubs of the Pacific Northwest to the pinnacle of worldwide rock stardom is told and illustrated with superb photos.

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Chopra, Deepak. Teens Ask Deepak: All The Right Questions. YA/ 158.1/ CHO
This book provides ideas and advice for teenagers seeking answers to such questions as how to have a spiritual life, how to make friends, and how to find love.

Groening, Matt. Simpsons Comics: Dollars To Donuts. YA/ 741.5/ GRO

Madaras, Lynda. My Body, My Self For Girls. YA/ 613.955/ MAD
Presents information and over one hundred quizzes, games, journal pages, and checklists on the changes that happen to girls during puberty.

Madaras, Lynda. My Body My Self For Boys. YA/ 613.953/ MAD
Explanatory text and workbook exercises present information about such aspects of male puberty as penis size, masturbation, and acne.

Morgenstern, Julie. Organizing From The Inside Out For Teens :--The Foolproof System For Organizing Your Room, Your Time, And Your Life. YA/ 640.43/ MOR
Illustrations and charts help to introduce how to organize a teen's room so that it is for friends and homework, not just sleep. How to organize a backpack, a schedule, and most importantly how to maintain the organizing system is shown.

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Belli, Mary. Acting for Young Actors. YA/ 792.02/ BEL
This handy reference contains information on unions, recommended classes, a glossary of terminology, television network contact information, bibliography, recommended plays and online resources.

Mckissack, Pat. Black Diamond :--The Story Of The Negro Baseball Leagues. YA/ 796.357/ McK
Traces the history of baseball in the Negro Leagues and its great heroes, including Monte Irwin, Buck Leonard, and Cool Papa Bell.

Paint Me Like I Am :--Teen Poems From Writerscorps. YA/ 811/ PAI
This collection of poems was created by teens who have taken part in writing programs run by a nonprofit organization called WritersCorps. The forward is by Nikki Giovanni.

Rhodes-Courter, Ashley. Three Little Words. YA/ 362.733/ RHO
Ashley Rhodes-Courter spent nine years of her life in fourteen different foster homes. As her mother spirals out of control, Ashley is left clinging to an unpredictable relationship while getting pulled deeper into the foster care system.

Shanley, Ellen. Fueling The Teen Machine. YA/ 613.2/ SHA
Addresses the problem of fast-food in the lives of teens by presenting them with the latest information on a wide-range of food topics, in a nonpreachy approach.

Stalder, Erika. The Date Book. YA/ 646.77/ STA
Punchy and modern, this dating guide advises teenage girls on topics such as asking boys out, negotiating curfews, and understanding dating etiquette.

Stern, Sam. Cooking Up A Storm: The Teen Survival Cookbook. YA/ 641.5/ STE
An enthusiastic young chef shares his teen-tested tips and recipes for everything from breakfast to dinner to brain-boosting snacks.

Stewart, John. The Baseball Clinic. YA/ 796.357/ STE
A great instructional book for baseball players and coaches of all ages. John Stewart, a former AAA pitcher who is a scout for the major-league Atlanta Braves, covers baseball skills for Little League-level and other beginning players. With tips on hitting, pitching, first- and third-base play, middle infielding, outfielding, and baserunning, this book covers the diamond like no other. Instructional tips, drills, and special sections on base coaching, scorekeeping, and winning strategies also make this the perfect handbook for coaches.

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Crowther, Nicky. The Ultimate Mountain Bike Book: The Definitive Illustrated Guide To Bikes, Components, Techniques, Thrills, And Trails. YA/ 796.6/ CRO
This updated title explains all the jargon, from headset to groupset, tells what to look for when buying a bike, shows how to ride on all terrains, and contains over 200 full-color photographs of mountain bike action.

Schmid, Will. Beginning Guitar Superbook. YA/ 787.87/ SCH
Five Complete Best-Selling Books In One! * Hal Leonard Guitar Method, Book 1 * Easy Pop Melodies * The Chord Strummer * Easy Chord Trax * Rock Trax 2

Macaulay, David. Building Big. YA/ 720/ MAC
With an eye on planning and design, Macaulay engages readers' imaginations and gets them thinking about structures they see and use every day: bridges, tunnels, skyscrapers, domes, and dams.

Macavinta, Courtney. Respect: A Girl's Guide To Getting Respect And Dealing When Your Line Is Crossed. YA/ 158.1/ MAC
Offers girls advice on how they can get respect and keep it in every aspect of life, with tips for setting boundaries, valuing originality, speaking up when the line is crossed, solving disrespect dilemmas, finding help, and more.

Okey, Shannon. Knitgrrl: Learn To Knit With 15 Fun And Funky Patterns. YA/ 746.432/ OKE
This upbeat introduction to knitting details basic materials, tools, stitches, and fifteen easy projects designed specifically for teens.

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Abadie, M. J. The Goddess In Every Girl: Develop Your Teen Feminine Power. YA/ 204/ ABA
Abadie teaches teens to get in touch with their own personal Goddess energy. This title contains directions for more than 50 activities, such as breathing exercises, meditations, and instructions on how to create a sacred ritual space.

Arendt, Madeline. Altered Art For The First Time. YA/ 702.8/ ARE
This guide to the basics of altered art uses a question-and-answer format and detailed how-to photographs.

Aronson, Marc. Art Attack: A Brief Cultural History of the Avant-Garde. YA/ 700.411/ ARO
The arts, life styles, politics, and fashions of the avant-garde are explored while tracing the story of Bohemians, radicals, hipsters, and hippies from Paris in the nineteenth century to contemporary America.

Badillo, Steve. Skateboarding: Book Of Tricks. YA/ 796.22/ BAD
This title contains photographic sequences with narrative text that describe 34 skateboarding tricks, including old school, spine, and new school stunts, and includes an interview with skateboarder and coach Steve Badillo.

Barakat, Ibtisam. Tasting the Sky: A Palestinian Childhood. YA/ 956.95/ BAR
In this groundbreaking memoir set in Ramallah during the aftermath of the 1967 Six-Day War, Barakat captures what it is like to be a child whose world is shattered by war.

Bonnell, Jennifer. D.I.Y. Girl: The Real Girl's Guide to Making Everything From Lip Gloss To Lamps. YA/ 745.5 BON
Instructions are provided regarding how to make clothes, beauty products, fashion accessories, and decorative items for the home using commonly available materials and this step-by-step guide.

Brooks, Max. The Zombie Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Living Dead. YA/ 818.6/ BRO
The Zombie Survival Guide is your key to survival against the hordes of undead who may be stalking you right now. Fully illustrated and exhaustively comprehensive, this book covers everything you need to know, including how to understand zombie physiology and behavior, the most effective defense tactics and weaponry, ways to outfit your home for a long siege, and how to survive and adapt in any territory or terrain. Top 10 Lessons for Surviving a Zombie Attack 1. Organize before they rise! 2. They feel no fear, why should you? 3. Use your head: cut off theirs. 4. Blades don’t need reloading. 5. Ideal protection = tight clothes, short hair. 6. Get up the staircase, then destroy it. 7. Get out of the car, get onto the bike. 8. Keep moving, keep low, keep quiet, keep alert! 9. No place is safe, only safer. 10. The zombie may be gone, but the threat lives on. Don’t be carefree and foolish with your most precious asset—life. This book is your key to survival against the hordes of undead who may be stalking you right now without your even knowing it. The Zombie Survival Guide offers complete protection through trusted, proven tips for safeguarding yourself and your loved ones against the living dead. It is a book that can save your life.

Burns, Loree Griffin. Tracking Trash: Flotsam, Jetsam, And The Science Of Ocean Motion. YA/ 551.46/ BUR
Aided by an army of beachcomers, oceanographer Dr. Curtis Ebbesmeyer tracks trash in the name of science. The information he collects is much more than casual news; it's important scientific data.

Dabrowski, Kristen. Ten Minute Plays For Teens: Comedy. YA/ 808.8245/ DAB
Contains the scripts of twelve ten-minute comedies for teens, each including two scenes and four monologues, and features acting and staging tips, worksheets, and discussion questions.

Dabrowski, Kristen. Ten Minute Plays For Teens: Drama. YA/ 808.8245/ DAB
Contains the scripts of twelve ten-minute dramas for teens, each including two scenes and four monologues, and features acting and staging tips, worksheets, and discussion questions.

Ellis, Roger. The Complete Audition Book for Young Actors: A Comprehensive Guide To Winning By Enhancing Acting Skills. YA/ 792.028/ ELL
Prepares would-be actors for auditions, providing practical advice, over 60 exercises on acting and auditioning skills, several audition pieces by contemporary playwrights, and supporting materials.

Friedman, Lauri. The Middle East. YA/ 956.04/ MID
Complete with bibliographical references and an index, this series contains essays exploring various viewpoints on the topic of the Middle East.

January, Brendan. Genocide: Modern Crimes Against Humanity. YA/ 364.151/ JAN
This book looks at the process of genocide through the historical examination of wide-scale crimes against six different groups of people.

Jenkins, Steven. 97 Things To Do Before You Finish High School. YA/ 646.7/ JEN
Motivational, funny, sincere, and packed with information, this is an ideal resource for the adventure-seeking high schooler.

Karres, Erika. Mean Chicks, Cliques, And Dirty Tricks: A Real Girl's Guide To Getting Through The Day With Smarts And Style. YA/ 305.235/ KAR
A guide for coping with girls who are mean to other girls, this book uses the words of teenagers to explore how meanness can get started, forms it may take, and what can be done to stop it.

Marcus, Eric. What If Someone I Know Is Gay?: Answers To Questions About What It Means To Be Gay And Lesbian. YA/ 306.766/ MAR
There are few places a child can go to ask questions concerning gay people. Whether it concerns themselves, a friend or a beloved relative. Here they can get appropriate information they deserve.

Rubin, Susan Goldman. Edward Hopper: Painter Of Light And Shadow. YA/ 759.13/ HOP
The life and work of one of America's greatest artists is explored through his own art. Profusely illustrated, this book contains a range of Edward Hopper's work, created from childhood to adulthood.

Shulman, Mark. Attack Of The Killer Video Book: Tips And Tricks For Young Directors. YA/ 778.59/ SHU
Hilarious yet instructive text provides a thorough overview of the tricks of the movie-making trade. It covers all aspects of the business, from coming up with an idea, to writing a script, storyboarding, and more.

Stewart, Arlene Hamilton. The Love & Romance Teen Quiz Book. YA/ 305.235/ LEV
Just in time for Valentine's Day, here's the follow-up to the hugely successful Teen Quiz Book. The Love and Romance Teen Quiz Book collects quizzes devoted to teens' favorite topics: love and romance. Is he boyfriend material' Is this infatuation or the real deal' Dozens of questions and answers, based on the wildly popular teen quizzes in Seventeen, YM and Jane, have been compiled by young women who remember the anxiety and questions brought on with one bite of the "love bug."Will this book be a hit with teenage girls' The answer is "yes."

Stull, Katherine. 20-Minute Crafts: Beading. YA/ 745.582/ STU
In this book, young beaders can choose from 60 items, including jewelry, room decor, and personal accessories. easy-to-follow diagrams explain how to string the beads, attach clasps, and tie knots.

Tanner, Mike. Flat Out Rock: Ten Great Bands From The 60s. YA/ 781.66/ TAN
A well-illustrated introduction to ten icons of 60s and 70s rock music, this book focuses on a pivotal moment in each band's career and includes influences on that band and what contemporary bands draw inspiration from that time.

Vitkus, Jessica. Alternacrafts: Hi-Style, Lo-Budget Projects To Make. YA/ 745.5/ VIT
With an emphasis on recycling, improvising, and making things from scratch, this book offers more than twenty projects that provide this newest generation of crafters with the skills they need for the self-expression they crave.

Warwick, Ellen. Injeanuity. YA/ 746.9/ WAR
Provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for making new clothes and accessories out of old jeans.

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Weissman, Joe. The Research Virtuoso: Brilliant Methods for Normal Brains. 025.524/ RES
An up-to-date guide to seeking, sourcing and sorting information on any topic including how to make use of library resources; and internet research including search engines, blogs, finding reliable and specialized websites and the deep web.

Hoffman, Nancy. Fairies. 133.14/ HOF
This series title attempts to answer questions such as "What are fairies?" "Where did fairies originate?" "Have humans and fairies ever interacted?" and other relevant questions to the folklore. (The Mystery Library)

Reber, Deborah. In Their Shoes: Extraordinary Women Describe Their Amazing Careers. 331.7/ REB
This book arms young women with the tools to make smart decisions about their future, while inspiring them with stories from women of all walks of life.

Filipovic, Zlata. Stolen Voices: Young People's War Diaries, From World War I To Iraq. 355.009/ STO
Presents fourteen journals written by adolescents coping with war from World War I to the war in Iraq, exposing the experiences of young people caught in the midst of war and the impact it has on their lives.

Sullivan, Edward T. The Ultimate Weapon: The Race to Develop the Atomic Bomb. 355.825/ SUL
Chronicles the three-year Manhattan Project, discussing scientific developments, scientists, the three secret cities, spies, and saboteurs, and describes the decision to use the atom bomb on Japan, the dropping of the bombs, and the aftermath.

Gore, Al. An Inconvenient Truth: The Crisis of Global Warming. 363.738/ GOR
Adapted from former Vice President Al Gore's adult documentary and book AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH, this book is a call to action for youth, exposing the reality of global warming.

Meierding, Loren Edward. Ace the Math on the SAT. 510.76/ MEI
Here is a step-by-step guidebook that is designed to help students on the quantitative section of the SAT with an understanding of key mathematical concepts.

McGavin, George. Endangered: Wildlife on the Brink of Extinction. 591.68/ McG
A compelling and beautifully illustrated book on endangered species and the opportunities to save them. The authors propose a reasoned and hopeful guide to a future world that will be safe for all species.

Davis, Sampson. We Beat the Street: How a Friendship Pact Led to Success. 610.92/ DAV
With an introduction by Sharon Draper, this book tells the inspiring story of three ghetto youths who grew up to be doctors. It covers their hurdles, disappointments, mistakes, and triumphs as they pursued their dreams.

The Little Black Book For Girlz: A Book On Healthy Sexuality. 613.955/ LIT
With content vetted by doctors and endorsed by health professionals, this book is the result of a diverse group of teen girls finding out the answers to questions they had about sexuality. Real life examples and important answers to hard questions.

Shivack, Nadia. Inside Out: Portrait Of An Eating Disorder. 616.852/ SHI
In this book the author gives readers a harrowing look inside her battle with anorexia and bulimia through pictures and captions.

Scowen, Kate. My Kind of Sad: What It's Like To Be Young And Depressed. 616.8527/ SCO
This book lays out the facts on moodiness, depression, and the stresses of teenaged life. It explores youth-specific mental health issues and offers teens expert advice on how to find help for themselves or a friend.

Brown, Bobbi. Bobbi Brown Teenage Beauty. 646.72/ BRO
This beauty guide for teenagers provides information on skin care, weight loss, makeup, style, and other related topics.

Editors of Teen People Magazine. Teen People: Celebrity Beauty Guide. 646.72/ TEE
The inside scoop on how your favorite stars--from Beyonce to Jessica Simpson, get gorgeous. Hundreds of tips and step-by-step advice straight from the stars and their stylists.

Niedzviecki, Hal. The Big Book Of Pop Culture: A How-To Guide For Young Artists. 700.835/ NIE
Shows readers how to reclaim cultural expression through the use of the tools of modern media: print, video, CD and the Internet. Includes do-in-a-day project ideas.

Cox, Lynne. Swimming to Antarctica: Tales of a Long-Distance Swimmer. 797.21/ COX
The famous long-distance swimmer, known for her ability to withstand cold temperatures that might kill others, now tells the fascinating story of how she braved the frigid waters of Antarctica.

Vecchione, Ed., Patrice. Faith & Doubt: An Anthology of Poems. 808.81/ COM
Anthologist Vecchione has assembled a collection of poems exploring the struggle between faith and doubt in many places--from religion, to politics and war, to love, to the act of writing itself.

Trynka, Paul. Iggy Pop: Open up and Bleed . YA/ B/ POP
Chronicles the life and career of rock star Iggy Pop, discussing his childhood, schooling, early years in music, career highs, battles with addictions, many comebacks, influence on music history, and other related topics.

Meltzer, Milton. Henry David Thoreau: A Biography. YA/ B/ THO
Presents a biography of the life and works of nineteenth-century author and naturalist Henry David Thoreau that chronicles his childhood, family, education, and achievements.

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McFedries, Paul. MySpace Visual Quick Tips. YA/ 004.678/ MCF
Pearl, Nancy. Book Crush. YA/ 028.55/ PEA
The World Almanac Book of Records. YA/ 032/ WOR
Olsen, Timothy. The Teenage Investor. YA/ 332.024/ OLS
Smith, M.J. The Smart Student’s Guide to Healthy Living. YA/ 613.0433/ SMI
Alvarado, Melissa. Sew Subversive: Down and dirty DIY for the fabulous fashionista. YA/ 646.4/ ALV
Adams, Scott. It’s Obvious You Won’t Survive On Your Wits Alone: A Dilbert book. YA/ 741.5/ ADA
Groening, Matt. Big Beastly Book of Bart Simpson. YA/ 741.5/ GRO
Larson, Gary. The Far Side Gallery 4 and 5. YA/ 741.5/ LAR
Webb, Linda. Beatles Art: Fantastic new artwork of the Fab Four. YA/ 781.66/ BEA
Skate and Destroy: The first 25 years of Thrasher Magazine. YA/ 796.22/ SKA
Masyga, M. Peeps: A Candy-Coated Tale. YA/ 813.6/ MAS
Wilson, Daniel. How to Survive a Robot Uprising. YA/ 818.607/ WIL
Willett, Edward. Jimi Hendrix: Kiss the Sky. YA/ BIO/ HEN

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Aronson, Marc. Witch-Hunt: Mysteries of the Salem witch trials. YA/ 133.43/ ARO
Acclaimed historian Aronson sifts through the facts, myths, misinterpretations, and theories about the witch trials to present readers with a vivid narrative designed to let them reach their own conclusions about what really happened.

Chapman, Richard. Guitar. YA/ 787.87/ CHA
Guitar is the first all-in-one illustrated guide to buying, choosing, and playing a guitar.

Becker, David. Opposing Viewpoints: Problems with death. YA/ 179.7/ PRO
Opposing essays discuss differing viewpoints about issues surrounding death.

Earth Works Group. 50 Simple Things You Can Do to Save the Earth. YA/ 363.7282/ FIF
Guide to environmental protection giving tips on how to conserve, recycle, and consume in a wise manner.

Haugen, David. Opposing Viewpoints: Animal experimentation. YA/ 179.4/ ANI
The topic of animal experimentation is debated with essays from opposing sides.

Howell, Vickie. Not Another Teen Knitting Book. YA/ 746.432/ HOW
Vickie Howell -- host of the DIY Network’s popular Knitty Gritty, cohost of Styleicious, and author of New Knits on the Block—shows teens of all types just how cool knitting can be!

Meldrum, Carol. Funky Knits. YA/ 746.432/ MEL
Knitting comes out of the parlor in this edgy collection of modern designs for knitters who want their personalities to come through in their projects. More than 30 patterns, including a cozy hoodie, a strong key chain, and an easy-care cactus stretch a knitter's repertoire beyond simple scarves and hats. The themed sections take intrepid handcrafters from an "Urban Playground" to "Home Comforts" while an introductory chapter covers knitting terms and techniques so novice knitters can skip the fuss and get right down to the knitty-gritty. A variety of yarns are used, fueling mix-and-match creativity, and there is even a market tote to knit from old plastic grocery bags. Always unpredictable and never square, the new projects in this book will spark creativity in hip knitters everywhere.

Perel, David. Bat Boy Lives! YA/ 001.9/ BAT
All the news that's not fit to print! Browse through this fascinating compendium of the best of the Weekly World News and you'll never look at the world the same way again. Admit it. You've sneaked a peek at the supermarket checkout.

Piven, Joshua. The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Travel. YA/ 910.2/ PIV
Presents advice from experts on the techniques they would use to respond to a variety of emergency situations such as delivering a baby in a taxi, fending off a shark, landing an airplane, and others.

Springer, Jane. Genocide. YA/ 304.663/ SPR
This book examines the definition of genocide, the response of governments and the United Nations to genocide, and genocide prevention.

Schutz, Samantha. I Don’t Want to be Crazy. YA/ 811/ SCH
This is a true story of growing up, breaking down, and coming to grips with a psychological disorder. When Samantha Schutz first left home for college, she was excited by the possibilities -- freedom from parents, freedom from a boyfriend who was reckless with her affections, freedom from the person she was supposed to be. At first, she revelled in the independence ... but as pressures increased , she began to suffer anxiety attacks that would leave her mentally shaken and physically incapacitated. Thus began a hard road of discovery and coping, powerfully rendered in this poetry memoir.

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Cattrall, Kim. Being A Girl: Navigating The Ups And Downs Of Teen Life. YA/ 158.1/ CAT
The award-winning actress from SEX and THE CITY offers a teenage confidential that tackles real question in an honest, intimate, and totally hip way.

Freedman, Russell. Freedom Walkers: The Story Of The Montgomery Bus Boycott. YA/ 323.119/ FRE
This compelling and poignant volume, written by the award-winning Freedman, tells about a critical event of the civil rights movement: the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Archival photographs illustrate the text, and a timeline is also included.

Hupfer, Ryan. MySpace For Dummies. YA/ 004.678/ HUP
Jackson, Donna M. The Bone Detectives. YA/ 363.25/ JAC
This fact-filled journey into forensic science shows how forensic anthropologists use human remains to glean information about the dead to help police solve crimes and identify victims.

Jones, Diana Wynne. The Tough Guide to Fantasyland. YA/ 828 JON
Imagine that all fantasy novels--the ones featuring dragons, knights, wizards, and magic--are set in the same place. That place is called Fantasyland, and this book is the guide.

McElvaine, Robert S. The Depression and New Deal: A history in documents. YA/ 973.91/ McE
Presents a collection of documents that provide insight into the realities of American life during the Great Depression.

Reef, Catherine. E.E. Cummings. YA/ B/ CUM
Biography of one of the most influential American poets of the 20th century.

Winkler, Allan M. The Cold War: A history in documents. YA/ 909.8/ WIN
This book uses contemporary documents to explore the development of the Cold War struggle, the consequences in the 1950s and 1960s, and the lasting effects on American social and cultural patterns.

Yackley-Franken, Nicki. Teens in Saudi Arabia. YA/ 305.235/ YAC
Learn how teenagers in foreign countries see the world, and through their words learn about their countries.

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Boursin, Didier. Easy Origami. YA/ 736.98/ BOU
With 24 original origami designs, ranging from very easy to slightly hard, this book also contains information on how to choose paper and how to do basic folds. Each design is clearly explained with photos and easy-to-follow text.

Campbell, Patty. Robert Cormier: Daring to disturb the universe. YA/ 813.54/ COR
In this literary appreciation, readers can explore each of Cormier's books, beginning with The Chocolate War in 1974. This analysis illuminates why Cormier has been called the single most important writer in young adult literature.

Carle, Megan. Teens Cook Dessert. YA/ 641.86/ CAR
Megan and Jill Carle are back to share 75 of the gooiest, yummiest desserts in their repertoire.

Huegel, Kelly. GLBTQ: The survival guide for queer and questioning teens. YA/ 306.76/ HUE
This frank, sensitive book is written for teens who are beginning to question their sexual or gender identity, those who are ready to work for GLBTQ rights, and those who need advice, guidance, and reassurance that they're not alone.

McCloud, Scott. Making Comics: Storytelling secrets of comics, manga, and graphic novels. YA/ 741.5/ McC
This book expands on McCloud's earlier works about comics and explains how to create comics.

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Evans, Michael. Jesus, Fads, and the Media. YA/ 261/ EVA
Describes and discusses representations of Jesus Christ, God, and Christian faith in films such as "The Passion of the Christ," television shows like "Joan of Arcadia," books such as Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code," popular music by acts such as Kanye West and U2, religious Web sites, and fads such as the "What Would Jesus Do?" bracelet trend.

Gore, Al. An Inconvenient Truth. YA/ 363.7387/ GOR
Published to tie in with a documentary film of the same name, Gore brings together leading edge research from top scientists around the globe and personal observations to document the fast pace and wide scope of global warming.

Hopkins, Jerry. No One Here Gets Out Alive. YA/ B/ HOP
Biography of the rock musician Jim Morrison, looking at his early life, musical career, and his unexpected death at twenty-seven due to drug abuse.

Hudson, Jr., David I. Basketball’s Most Wanted II. YA/ 796.323/ HUD
Basketball has so many great stories, so many interesting anecdotes--"about college and pro teams, players from all levels, announcers, and even owners--"that one book just isn't enough to hold it all. That's why Potomac Books, Inc. is introducing "Basketball's Most WantedTMII: The Top 10 Book of More Hotshot Hoopsters, Double Dribbles, and Roundball Oddities. With even more fun tales and interesting facts from the world of hoops, there's something in here for all fans of baseketball. Which NBA team attempted to draft a player straight out of high school in 1969--"a female player from the lowa six-on-six league? What standard features in today's NBA were originally introduced in the renegade American Basketball Association? Who are the best three-point shooters in both the pros and college? Which high school team had an amazing four future NBA players on its roster? With which team did Wilt Chamberlain begin his professional career? (Hint: It wasn't an NBA team.) You'll find the answers to all those questions and so much more in Basketball's Most Wanted TMH, including the best and worst basketball movies, the most shocking NCAA tournament upsets, top names from basketball's "Asian invasion," and even guys who played one game--"and only one game--"in the NBA. So join David L. Hudson, Jr. as he looks at the amazing and the amusing, the wacky and the wonderful, the best and worst of everything basketball has to offer. It’s slam dunk!

Hyde, Margaret O. Safe Sex 101. YA/ 613.9/ HYD
This guide helps teens to decide if they are ready for sex and shows them how to avoid pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.

Kilpatrick, Nancy. The Goth Bible. YA/ 306.1/ KIL
Spotlighting an artistic culture that revels in the Victorian romantic movement, this book explains the traditions and history of all that is goth.

Sanchez, Reymundo. Once a King, Always a King. YA/ B/ SAN
The author describes his struggle to separate himself from the Latin Kings, detailing his initial break with the Chicago gang, and telling how he was drawn back into the criminal life, and how his time in prison allowed him the chance to prepare himself for life outside the gang.

Todd, Mark. Whatcha Mean, What’s a ‘Zine?. YA/ 070.572/ TOD
This book provides learning tips and tricks for anyone who wants to create their own zine.

White, Timothy. Catch a Fire. YA/ B/ MAR
Chronicles the historical, cultural, religious and folkloric milieu that shaped reggae musician Bob Marley's life.

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Lester, Julius. To Be A Slave. YA/ 306.362 LES
Selected from various sources and arranged chronologically, this compilation of slave experiences makes immediate their of reminiscences of transport from Africa, living as slaves, and the Civil War.

Levine, Annalee. The Teen Quiz Book. YA/ 305.235 LEV
A collection of more than sixty different quizzes designed to help teens learn more about themselves, their friends, family, health, fashion style, and study habits.

Holt, David. Spiders in the Hairdo. YA/ 398.2 HOL
This collection of urban legends contains such favorites as "Spiders In The Hairdo" and "Tongue On The Track."

Holt, David. The Exploding Toilet. YA/ 398.2 HOL
Storytellers Holt and Mooney follow up their "Spiders in the Hairdo" with a whole new collection of modern urban legends.

Barkin, Carol. The New Complete Babysitters Handbook. YA/ 649.1 BAR
This volume contains information on a babysitter's every concern.

Greenfield, Barbara. The Kids’ College Almanac. YA/ 378.73 GRE
Middle school students, high school students, and even parents will love this easy-to-understand comprehensive guide about college exploration. The kid-friendly design and glossary of college terms make this book enjoyable and educational for all readers, including people who speak English as a second language. Fifteen chapters answer common questions such as Which colleges should I apply to? How will I pay for college? What happens at college? Is college my only choice? What do I do now?...and many more! Readers will get the latest information on two- and four-year colleges, SAT guidelines and financial aid, as well as fun facts and trivia-kids will feel more motivated to set educational goals and become more comfortable about pursuing college careers.

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Here’s a sampling of our new nonfiction books for teens:

Hear Me Out: True Stories of Teens Educating and Confronting Homophobia.

YA/ 366.766/ HEA
Being gay is not wrong. Some people have not gotten the message that tolerance and understanding make the world a better place, and the teens who share their stories in this book hope to spread the word – when you know the facts, you overcome fear.

Witch-Hunt: Mysteries of the Salem Witch Trials. Aronson, Marc.
YA/ 133.43/ ARO
Scores of books have been written about the Salem witch trials of 1692, but Aronson has stuck to the facts in this true account of the trials. He explores the question of how as many as 25 people were put to death, accused of being witches in America.

The Crafty Diva’s Lifestyle Makeover: Awesome Ideas to Spice Up Your Life. Murillo, Kathy Cano.
YA/ 745.5 / CAN
Does your room scream “Ho, hum…?” Is even your mirror getting bored reflecting you? Bust out of the ordinary and try your hands at some of these cool projects, designed to shake things (like your life, your look, your room) up a bit!

The Art and Craft of Hand Lettering. Cicale, Annie.
YA/ 745.61/ CIC
Learn to immortalize that love poem or funny saying or memorable quote by lettering it by hand. This full-color book takes you far beyond calligraphy pens to watercolors, copperplate, Japanese brushes – with inspiration, possibilities are endless.

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Visual Companion. Fisher, Jude. YA/ 791.4372/ FIS
Loved the movie? Check out this book – it’s the “ultimate movie companion to the people and places of Middle-Earth.”

I Just HOPE It’s Lethal: Poems of Sadness, Madness & Joy.

YA/ 811/ I Got the vicious blues? The screaming reds? The deep-down, soul purples? These poems, by such writers as Sylvia Plath, Charles Bukowski, Edgar Allan Poe, Anne Sexton, and W.B.Yeats are just the tonic. It’s good to know the blues don’t stay forever.

Zap. Fleischman, Paul.
YA/ 812/ FLE
Imagine the feel of the remote in your hand as you flicker through the channels on the TV – only this TV is actually real actors. This innovative play zaps the reader through scene after scene, linked only by the reader’s imagination.

Open the Unusual Door: True Life Stories of Challenge, Adventure, and Success by Black Americans.
YA/ 920/ BLA
This book features true life stories by some wonderful and talented individuals, including Derek Jeter, Queen Latifah, Colin Powell, Antwone Fisher, and Sister Souljah.
They faced trials and adversity and came out on top.

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