What is the most banned book in the world?
Books get banned for all sorts of reasons. An individual or even community might find the language of a book to be vulgar, so they will challenge it. In various books there might be themes…
What did you think of Ellen Hopkins’ verse novel Identical?
Whenever I’m in-between books and don’t know what to read, I can always count on a verse novel. A verse novel is a sensational story format told through poetry. Whenever I read a verse novel,…
Why were you so scared to read Unwind, by Neal Shustermen?
The concept of Unwind totally totally terrifies me. The fact that parents give their kids away at a certain age to be used for their body parts is just awful! Awful in such a way that I…
Who is Luka Lesson?
Luka Lesson is one super cool individual. Poet. Rapper. Artist. He describes himself in these three ways. We were fortunate to have him visit the HKIS HS Library on Friday, March 22. The entire audience was…
What were your favorite books from 2012?
I had a great year of reading–especially once I knew I was moving on to a high school library. The transition in age level reminded me how much I do love young adult literature. It’s…
Did you read any good books this summer?
I really lucked out with my reading choices this summer. Here’s a snap shot of the book covers with a brief enticement and some book trailers when available: Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist by two…
Who won the Panda Award for 2011?
For the Younger Readers: We Are in a Book! by Mo Willems For the Middle Readers: The Candymakers by Wendy Mass For the Older Readers: The Enemy by Charlie Higson For the Mature Readers: Bossypants…
Who is Winnie the Witch?
Winnie the Witch is a character created by 3 talented people: Valerie Thomas, Korky Paul, and Laura Owen. Valerie Thomas is the original author. Winnie even has a cat named Wilbur that is similar to…
Are there any book trailers for the 2011 Panda Books?
Yes, for these five titles there are! Watch the full episode. See more POV. While this isn’t necessarily a book trailer for The Secret Cave, it does give more factual information about the prehistoric caves…
What is Pottermore?
The Harry Potter series in both book and movie has been completed–however that doesn’t mean Harry Potter does not live on. Now, JK Rowling has created something special for all of those enchanted with the…
