Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Friends and friendships

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Book Synopsis"Repeatedly surprising and genuinely chilling." - E. Lockhart, bestselling author of We Were Liars and Genuine Fraud From the acclaimed author of The Leaving comes a new psychological thriller that challenges our trust in the electronic devices we keep close. Eden, Eli, Marwan, and Ilanka barely know each other beyond having a class or two together. But when they are all summoned via messaging app to an empty classroom after school, they find a small cube sitting on a desk. Its sides light up with rules for them: Do not tell anyone about the device. Never leave the device unattended. And then, Take me with you . . . or else. At first they think it's some kind of prank or a social experiment orchestrated by the school administration. Still, they follow its instructions until the newly-formed group starts to splinter. Nobody has time for these games--their lives are complicated enough. But the device seems increasingly invested in the private details of their lives. And disobeying its rules has scary--even life-threatening--consequences . . . This timely thriller probes our dependence on personal technology and challenges the notion that our devices are keeping us connected. The truth may very well be the opposite.Trade ReviewI raced through this supper-addictive, nuanced, puzzle of a book in a weekend. It's no ordinary thriller: repeatedly surprising and genuinely chilling. * E. Lockhart, bestselling author of WE WERE LIARS and GENUINE FRAUD *A blistering, plausible, paranoia-fueled tale about the monsters birthed by our digital footprints. * New York Times bestselling author Daniel Kraus *A high-energy story that allows for character growth against a backdrop that looks at digital technology, social media, and the dangers of data mining as well as issues of online privacy and artificial intelligence . . . An engrossing and topical techno-thriller. * Kirkus Reviews *Will keep readers guessing until the very end. . . . A fun and unusual mystery that teens will enjoy; give to fans of John Green’s Paper Towns and E. Lockhart’s We Were Liars. * SLJ on THE OPPOSITE OF HERE *Altebrando nails the staccato delivery of popular investigative podcasts like Serial . . . Extremely effective in landing emotional punches . . . Taut and thoroughly gripping. * Publishers Weekly, starred review, on THE POSSIBLE *The juicy premise is enough to draw mystery/crime fans, and Altebrando unspools details with a deft hand. * BCCB on THE POSSIBLE *This gripping tale, full of unexpected twists and turns, will intrigue readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with a touch of the paranormal. * SLJ on THE POSSIBLE *You will not sleep, check your phone or even breathe once you begin reading The Leaving. Altebrando hides a meditation on memory and identity inside a top-speed page-turner. I promise, you will not even look up from the page. * E. Lockhart, author of WE WERE LIARS on THE LEAVING *A twisting, harrowing story . . . Engrossing, both as a thriller and a meditation on memory--its limits, its loss, and the ways it deceives and constructs identity. * Publishers Weekly, starred review, on THE LEAVING *This is no mere thriller; folded into this compulsively readable work are thought-provoking themes. . . . Teens who enjoy engrossing, contemplative titles such as Adam Silvera’s More Happy Than Not will devour this insightful musing on memory and identity. * SLJ, starred review, on THE LEAVING *Altebrando provides a timely look at technology and the large role we let it play in our lives. A breezy thriller with some interesting angles about technology at the intersection of good and evil. * School Library Journal *Altebrando delves into the tensions of digital technology: its dangers, including data privacy, and its comforts. * Publishers Weekly *In Altebrando’s timely techno-thriller, the compelling mystery has a satisfying conclusion, but more rewarding is how these disparate teens find authentic, lasting connections with each other. * Booklist online *

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Book SynopsisThe first title in a new series featuring a lovable, distractible Indian-American girl and her family and friends.Nina tried as hard as she could, but still somehow she forgot about her school project. Fortunately, a class lesson about Alexander Fleming suggests how she might make a great discovery?and thus a great project! But with little sister Kavita''s birthday party right around the corner, and her longtime friendship with Jay on the rocks, Nina has a lot to keep track of.Readers are sure to relate to author Kashmira Sheth?s endearing Nina Soni and her slightly scatter-brained efforts to manage her life with lists, definitions, and real-life math problems.

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Book SynopsisHard-working Jiva might not be the only one anticipating a delicious feast of peas from his garden.Every morning, Jiva works in his garden until the sun turns as red as a bride?s sari. He plants peas and beans, potatoes and tomatoes, eggplants and okra in his vegetable patch. When his friend Ruvji admires his plants Jiva sings,Plump peas, sweet peas,Lined- up-in-the-shell peas.Peas to munch, peas to crunchA feast of peas for lunch.But each time Jiva is ready to pick the peas for his feast, they?re already gone. What has happened?From the award-winning author and illustrator team who created Tiger in My Soup, this original story set in India features a deliciously amusing mystery about gardening, anticipation, hard work, and generosity.

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Book SynopsisIntrigued by Gnu?s fantastical descriptions about a diamond-filled cave across the river, Shrew tries to find a way to combine Gnu?s big ideas with his own practical approach to make their shared dream a reality, in a whimsical spin on the classic ?The Ant and the Grasshopper? fable. Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisWhen Halloween brings out Nina Soni?s competitive spirit, she decides to create an impressively scary haunted house for which she can charge admission, but things go hilariously wrong for this Halloween Queen. Simultaneous. Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisFeeling not quite fulfilled in his quiet home of books, music and tea parties for one, Roland makes an imaginary best friend out of a pine cone that helps him choose between a life of solitude and offering companionship to someone real. A first picture book. Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisA bear''s curious discovery leads to crafty inventions in this story-time romp filled with whimsical wordplay and themes of friendship, imagination, and STEAM. Under the light of a silvery moon, an inquisitive bear ventures into People Town, where he makes quite the curious discovery. What is this? A springy thing?a bouncy thing?a sit-on-it, jump-on-it thing!This Thingity-Jig is way too heavy to bring back to the woods by himself, however, so Bear runs home to tell his friends. But nobody wants to get out of bed to help! So Bear invents a Rolly-Rumpity to wheel the Thingity-Jig home, and then it all gets stuck in the mud. How will Bear tackle this bump in the road? With a Lifty-Uppity, of course! Reading specialist and former educator Kathy Doherty blends upcycling and STEAM in this delightful story of trial and error that teems with delightful wordplay?a true winner for any story time! Illustrator Kristyna Litten depicts a charming world between forest and city with detailed imaginative art and characters. A CCBC Choice

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Book SynopsisRex was a raucously rough, terrifically tough tyrannosaur. Sam was not. Even so, they had a dino-mite friendship. They did everything together. Until . . . When the serene sauropod called Sam takes a break from play to meditate, his friend Rex doesn't get it. Why would anybody want to sit still and chill when they could be romping and roaring all day? As kids join these prehistoric pals, they'll learn how good it feels to slow down, breathe, and pay attention. Dinos Don't Meditate is an ideal teaching story for high-energy kids. With colorful characters that kids can immediately identify with, this fun-filled tale reveals how important and enjoyable it can be to engage in moments of peace and relaxation. The book also provides simple mindfulness guidance-and Mesozoic meditations to try at home.

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Stuart Little and Poppy, here is a middle-grade adventure in which a mouse and a shrew, lost at sea, try to navigate to their home in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Braving multiple dangers, they discover they have more in common than they could ever have imagined. Mr. Popli, the mouse mayor of Garbage Island, is always at odds with Archibald Shrew, a brilliant but reckless inventor. When Garbage Island splits apart, they're trapped together in Mr. Popli's houseboat, desperate to find their way home. At first, they only argue, but when they face a perilous thunderstorm and a series of predators, they begin to work together and recognize--in themselves and in each other--strengths they didn't know they had. Nonstop action and deep emotion intertwine in this tale of opposites who discover that with bravery, creativity, and friendship, they can triumph.Trade Review"This adventurous tale is packed with action, examples of creative thinking, and ingenuity. Use this as an introduction to STEM thinking, a science fair project, a lesson on ecology, or simply read it for the enjoyment the story provides. This book will appeal to the adventure seeker, animal lover, explorer, and just about everyone else. A must-read for readers ready to strap in for a great ride!" - School Library Connection, starred review "In this series opener, a mouse and a shrew find themselves unlikely allies as they unite to save Garbage Island. The clever pairing of opposites adds humor, making the gradual emergence of friendship...all the sweeter. Dramatic black-and-white illustrations highlight key action. Exciting, fast-paced adventure and unexpected friendship in a "trashy" venue." -Kirkus Reviews "(With) fast-paced action and danger... this entertaining animal adventure stands out... because of its strong characters and an underlying message of environmental awareness."-School Library Journal "Pint-sized characters face out-sized challenges with heart and wit in this heroic adventure. The winner: readers!"-- Sara Pennypacker, New York Times best-selling author of the Clementine series "Garbage Island is a delight! Fred Koehler has created an intricately imagined world of inventive and courageous small animals, then set his two main characters spinning across it in a nonstop adventure that will have readers madly flipping pages to find out what happens next!" -- Bruce Coville, award-winning author of Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher "What an incredible world Fred Koehler weaves out of bits and pieces of floating trash and very human animals. You'll have an action-packed time on Garbage Island!" -- Chris Grabenstein, #1 New York Times best-selling author

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Book SynopsisFrom the best-selling author of Like Pickle Juice on a Cookie comes the latest story about ten-year-old Celie and the changes in her life. Celie and her family have moved an hour away from her school and her friends, and the changes don't stop there. At her new school, Celie encounters harder homework and struggles to make friends. She's torn between energetic and intriguing Mary Majors Meade and sweet but shy Charlie Larken, two classmates who do not get along. On top of adjusting to her new school, Celie deals with changes at home when her forgetful Granny and a home nurse move into her family's apartment. When misunderstandings lead to a falling out between Celie's older sister Jo and her boyfriend, Celie is determined to make it right. However, her choices lead to a dangerous situation. Will Celie be able to handle all these new changes in her life? Once more Celie turns to her diary, filling the pages with heartfelt and often humorous entries, notes, drawings, and pages from her top-secret spy notebook.

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