How Successful People Think by John C. Maxwell

Have great books to help us grow and become better are important.  Finding books for teens to inspire them to become better people can be challenging.  I am planning to get this book to see if students might find this inspirational.  I'm adding this book to my books to purchase list for my high school.  Audiobook also good.

Andy Carpenter Deck the Hounds by David Rosenfelt

You had me at rescue dog.  And I love murder mysteries.  This is a new series to me and I am looking forward to reading more.  If you enjoy a good "who done it"  then add this to your reading list.

Windfall by Jennifer E. Smith

I liked this book and will get for my high school library.  The characters learn a lot about life, relationship and the responsibility of money management.  There's romance and friendship.  There is the loss by death of parents and being raised by family, there is the dad with the gambling addiction that affects the lives of family as well.  The characters grow from teens to young adults and learn to see life with new lenses.  Enjoy.

Brave New Girl by Rachel Vincent

I ended up liking this book.  Part romance and all dystopian, imagine the government controlling every element in your life.  Imagine the government hiding everything.  Imagine having so many clones that look like you and you are the one that is completely different.  Imagine a new possibility.

Rosalind Thorne A Purely Private Matters by Darcie Wilde

I enjoy a good murder mystery and this one is a great read.  More for adults and the public library.  I kept guessing who did it and I was wrong.   It's a smart book to enjoy. 

Grenade by Alan Gratz

Alan Gratz brings history alive in his stories.  You care about his characters as you read about their lives.  And brings light to difficult situations.  He truly does a great job on his research.  History is important to read about so that the generations that follow understand and learn and grow from the readings.

Misty Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry

It's a classic written in a different time.  The wild  horses are real and it's based on the history of the island.  It's perfect for young horse lovers. 

Bruce Santa Bruce by Ryan T. Higgins

This story is so funny.  It's a great series.  Enjoy.

Summer Bird Blue By Akemi Dawn Bowman

It's a story about loss, survivor guilt and music.  Family is everything unless you feel your mom has abandoned you in your greatest need.  It's a great story.  I'm going to get for my high school library.  It's a good read.  Audio book also very good. 

A Blade So Black by L. L. McKinney

This story is a modern contemporary years later mesh of the human world and Wonderland.  Think Buffy the Vampire Slayer meets Alice in Wonderland and you'll have a modern adventure.  Fine for high school libraries.  Enjoy.

Todhunter Moon Starchaser by Angie Sage

It's a great series and perfect for any school library.  Fantasy and adventure with a strong girl to save the day.  It's a great read.  Enjoy.

TodHunter Moon Sandrider by Angie Sage

I love this series.  It is well written and a great adventure.  Alice is a great hero because she is loyal and determined.  Perfect for any school library. enjoy.

ToddHunter Moon Pathfinder by Angie Sage

I like this series a lot because it's part fantasy and part family.  There is danger on every page you turn as you read through the story.  Loyalty of friendship is tested.  It's a great read!

Your money or your life by Vicki Robin

This is a good book to add to a high school library.  I would put in the reference section of the library. 

Agatha Raisin Mystery The Dead Ringer by M C Beaton

I love a good murder mystery.  This is set in England, out in a little town.  I love the dynamics of the characters in this book and Agatha always almost ends up nearly getting killed.  Enjoy.

Saving Winslow by Sharon Creech

Think Charlotte' Web meets modern times.  It is a sweet story.  Enjoy.  Fine for any library.

Congratulations, By the Way: Some Thoughts on Kindness by George Saunders

This is a perfect gift for those looking for inspiration for themselves or for others.  It's based on a speech given for graduation.  It is heartfelt and brilliant.  Enjoy.

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Impostors Impostors by Scott Westerfeld

I loved the Uglies series.  I've had to replace those books in my high school library twice.  Now there is a new series an it's just as good.  I'm looking forward to book 2.  Scott Westerfeld don't leave me waiting.  Hurry up and print up book 2 to this new series.  Enjoy.

Children of Eden Rebels of Eden by Joey Graceffa

I like this series.  I have the first two books in my high school library.  I liked the audiobook as well.  It reads at a good pace, lots of adventures, twists and turns and dangers.  It's a good read.  Enjoy.  Fine for high school libraries.

A Thousand Beginnings and Endings by Ellen Oh and more

I have this in my library.  It's a great collection of short stories with many cultures infused in these stories.  Legends and lore.  Enjoy.  You'll thank me later.