So. B. It by Sarah Weeks

Very endearing story of a girl who has a mentally disabled mother.  A very dear neighbor found her 13 years ago when the girl's mother was holding a baby and totally lost.  Clues lead to a bus ride to find out what had happened.  Really great story.

Reckless by Cornelia Funke

This is a story that has been translated from German.  Germany has so many fairytales that have influenced this story.  It's set in two worlds and in contemporary times.  What would a brother do to save another.  This book has it all.  You just jump right in and start reading.  If you like adventure this book has it!

Front and Center by Catherine Gilbert Murdock

Great series.  You will not be disappointed.  It has a bit of everything.  Drama, sports and romance.
Growing up and understanding family, friends and the dynamics of school are all part of the learning curve.

The Kill Order by James Dashner

Oh boy!  The action just keeps going.  The two main characters are fighting for survival in a rapidly spreading plague that causes peoples to become unstable, dangerous and deadly.

Juicy Central: Diva by Ayshia Monroe

A school story with realistic teens and teen talk.  You won't find proper English but what you will find is a story that takes place in a city like New York or Chicago.  The characters are compelling.

Tia is star of this story but all the characters have their own book.  Tia is smart and wants to succeed.  She has bright ideas and learns quickly.  She uses people to get her own way.  She may not be as smart as she thinks she is.

Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen

This story starts in grade school and takes you up to high school.  It's told in alternate voices, Bryce's and Julie's.  You get their perspective of different events.  It's a fun read.

The Drowned Cities by Paolo Bacigalupi

Non-stop action.  You don't get a breather reading this one.  Lots of fighting of all sorts.

The Off Season by Catherine Gilbert Murdock

I am currently reading the third book in this series.  D. J. is telling her story with authentic voice.  She is a practical girl gifted with the ability to play football and basketball but is burden with self-doubt.  Her family is a good family except they really don't talk about their problems.  D. J. has a boy in her life she really likes, but feels that he is embarrassed by her.

Small Acts of Amazing Courage by Gloria Whelan

I loved this story.  If you've read Homeless Bird by the same author, you know it'll be good.  Well crafted and great characters.  Travel to India... British India where a young British girl bear witness to the beginnings of India's independence.

G is for Googol

A great book to add to any math class.

The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale

This has always been one of my favorite classic fairy tales growing up.  Shannon Hale breathes new life to this story and makes it that much more richer.