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March 7, 2012

In Praise of Uncertainty

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Ann Brashares, author of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series, including SISTERHOOD EVERLASTING --- now available in paperback --- has been delighting us with the tales of Tibby, Carmen, Lena and Bridget for over a decade now. As these characters have grown from teens to 20-something adults, Brashares discusses how they have changed throughout the series.

Early March 2012

Dr. Seuss’s classic, The Lorax, will be coming to theaters in 3D on March 2nd (which just happens to be Dr. Seuss’ birthday!). In this much-anticipated film adaptation, twelve-year-old Ted wants more than anything to win the affection of Audrey. One day, Audrey tells him that everything in their town of Thneed-Ville is artificial, and that the one thing she’s always wanted is to see a real live tree. Ted sets out on a dazzling adventure to find one, and along the way he meets the Lorax --- a grumpy but charming creature who serves as a guardian of the natural world.

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Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers Awards 2011

The 2011 Discover Awards were presented on March 7, 2012 at the annual awards ceremony in NYC. Each first place winner receives $10,000.

Established in 1990, the Discover Award honors forthcoming new work by debuting and underappreciated authors, and is based solely on literary merit.

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March 6, 2012

The following are lists of books releasing the weeks of February 27th*, March 5th and March 12th that we think will be of interest to Teenreads.com readers.

*Due to some technical issues, we were unable to send this newsletter on February 28th, so we've also included the books that released the week of February 27th.

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March 6, 2012

The following are lists of books releasing the weeks of March 5th and March 12th that we think will be of interest to Bookreporter.com readers.

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March 6, 2012

Why Guys Are Reading The Hunger Games

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By Benjamin Boche
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If you’re anywhere on a website these days, you’ve probably noticed the extensive coverage THE HUNGER GAMES has been getting. What’s confusing to me, though, is why these websites are comparing THE HUNGER GAMES series to TWILIGHT. If you want guys to jump on the bandwagon, then the last thing you want to do is stir up memories of vampires, werewolves, and a love triangle that puts most people to sleep. THE HUNGER GAMES is so much better than this --- and as a guy --- let me tell you why.

March 6, 2012

Today's featured title is DARK MAGIC by James Swain. Enter by Wednesday, March 7th at noon ET for your chance to win a copy.

Peter Warlock is a magician with a dark secret. Every night, he amazes audiences at his private theater in New York, where he performs feats that boggle the imagination. But his day job is just a cover for his otherworldly pursuits: Peter is a member of an underground group of psychics who gaze into the future to help prevent crimes.

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March 6, 2012

How I Shelve My Books

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Everyone has their own method for shelving their books, be it alphabetically, by genre or perhaps something else. So how does Carol Anshaw, author of the newly released CARRY THE ONE, organize her books? Read on to find out!
March 5, 2012

A Real-Life Role Model: What Would Katniss Do?

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By Norah Piehl
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Okay, okay, so your average teenage girl isn't going to be asked to compete in a fight to the death, broadcast on national television. But given that high school life is full of constant challenges and competitions, perhaps Katniss can teach us all a little something about what it means to be a real-life heroine.

March 5, 2012

Today's featured title is ISLAND APART by Steven Raichlen. Enter by Tuesday, March 6th at noon ET for your chance to win a copy.

Told by a New York Times bestselling author and international TV host with a keen eye for Chappaquiddick's extraordinary natural beauty, ISLAND APART has it all --- romance, history, travel, crime, lovemaking of exquisite intensity, and cooking scenes so vivid, they'll make your taste buds ache with hunger. Steven Raichlen's novel is a smart love story --- not to mention a terrific beach read. Think THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY with better food.

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