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Teenreads.com
May 18, 2001
Dear Reader,
So how are all my brilliant (and snappily dressed, I might add) Teenreaders doing this
week? Did you all shower your mothers with presents and love on Mother's Day? Yes, well,
due to financial constraints, I showered my Mom with more love than presents but, really,
it IS the thought that counts.
Or so I desperately repeated to myself when, right after I gave my mother a homemade card
and a bouquet of 8 carnations I bought at the supermarket for $5.99, my older sister
presented her with a spa weekend. I continued to repeat this mantra --- it IS the thought
that counts! dear god it IS the thought that counts! --- as I sat through the interpretive
dance and the piano concerto my younger sister spent weeks composing for my mother
who, incidentally, was reduced to tears of joy over the beauty, grace and awe-inspiring
artistry of her multi-talented daughter. By the time my tiny baby sister had finished
singing my mother her favorite Irish song (in Gaelic) and toddled over to give her a
homemade card and bouquet of 9 carnations she charmed the florist out of, I was reduced to
a whimpering, shaking freak who kept repeating "it IS the thought that counts!"
in a Tourette's-like trance.
Ever been so upstaged by one (or all) of your siblings that you ended up a whimpering,
shaking freak like me? Tell me about it: Babyswingster@aol.com.
NEW THIS WEEK...
Enter Our Fantasy Hack Attack Contest to Win A Free
Copy of Jeffery Deaver's THE BLUE NOWHERE!!...
If you're a fan of Jeffery Deaver and his bestselling books --- like THE BONE COLLECTOR, THE EMPTY CHAIR and SPEAKING IN TONGUES --- then
you are really gonna love us. This week we're giving away a copy of Deaver's new book, THE BLUE NOWHERE. All you have
to do is tell us what your fantasy computer hacking scenario would be and VOILA! you're
automatically entered to win. Now that you can't sit still you're so excited, I suggest
you check out the Deaver
contest right now!
Teenreads.com Chats With...
Jaclyn Moriarty,
author of FEELING SORRY FOR
CELIA
Teenreads.com writer extraordinaire Jennifer Abbots recently got the chance to chat with
Jaclyn Moriarty, debut author of FEELING SORRY FOR CELIA, about the kind of kooky
occurrences in her novel, writing for teens and not listening to the voices in your head.
FEELING SORRY FOR CELIA by
Jaclyn Moriarty
From anonymous love notes to co-ed slumber parties to a hottie track star named Saxon to
liturgical dancing (whatever that may be) to a James Bond inspired rescue plot, this
hilarious and touching story has it all.
And...
Markus Zusak, author of
FIGHTING RUBEN WOLFE
Join Teenreads.com writer Tammy Currier as she chats with Aussie newcomer Markus Zusak
about his gritty new novel, his backyard boxing days, his unique writing style and much
more.
FIGHTING RUBEN WOLFE by Markus
Zusak
The brothers Wolfe are living on the edge of Sydney’s blue collar world where the
working poor try to increase their meager earnings by betting on dog races and boxing
matches. Together, they fight for identity, pride and for each other.
And...
Wick Downing, author of
LEONARDO'S HAND
Teenreads.com writer Audrey Marie Danielson was fortunate enough to chat with
award-winning author Wick Downing about his recently published novel, LEONARDO'S HAND.
Join their discussion to learn about the author's inspiration behind this fantasical tale,
the research that went into the book, his favorite authors and much more.
LEONARDO'S HAND by Wick Downing
Thirteen year-old Leonard Smith, known as Nard, has always looked out for number one:
himself. It is not surprising, then, that when the mysterious hand shows up, he figures he
can use it to his advantage. And what Nard decides will affect the rest of his life.
And...
Jeffery Deaver,
author of THE BLUE NOWHERE
Jeffery Deaver's latest, THE
BLUE NOWHERE, contains a chilling and topical scenario that prompted honorary
Teenreads.com writer Joe Hartlaub to ask the bestselling author about his research into
the world of hackers, where his storylines originate, and more!
THE BLUE NOWHERE by Jeffery
Deaver
The master of suspense explores the chilling possibilities of an unknown hacker using
technology to seek out his victims. You will never turn on a computer or a cell phone
again without thinking maybe, just maybe...
In Memoriam...So Long and Thanks for All the Fish
Douglas Adams passed into the galaxy this weekend. For you non-hoopy frood readers,
Douglas Adams was the creator of THE
HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY. Don't know what the heck I'm talking about? Don't
panic. Just check out our tribute to an author who will be greatly
missed.
Word of Mouth...
And just in case the Deaver contest didn't totally convince you of our love, we are giving
away free copies of IN
THE COMPANY OF ANGELS by N.M. Kelby to two randomly chosen contributors to Word of Mouth. For
details on how to enter, click
here.
Five Best Books...Written By Celebrities
What makes famous people decide to be authors? Some celebrities are not content with being
famous in one medium --- they want to rule the universe of entertainment. Check out which
stars have done a successful job of getting their names, faces and ideas everywhere at
once in Five Best
Books...
More Reviews...
GIRLHEARTS by Norma Fox Mazer
While trying to deal with the staggering death of her mother, 13-year-old Sarabeth must
also struggle with the feeling that she's intruding on her new caregivers' lives. Will
Sarabeth ever feel happy and safe?
DRAGONS OF A LOST STAR by
Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman
The eagerly anticipated sequel to last year's DRAGONS OF A FALLEN SUN, this book continues
to unravel the mystery of Mina as she drives across the continent of Ansalon leaving
destruction in her wake.
A DIAMOND IN THE DUST by Carla
Joinson
16-year-old Katy Sollis has had enough of her dark, depressing, often deadly coal-mining
town. And just when things are at their very worst, Katy is offered a chance to get out.
Now, she must decide if leaving the mines is worth leaving her family and her true love.
WRITE WHERE YOU ARE: How to Use
Writing to Make Sense of Your Life by Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg, Ph.D.
Whether you write in your journal to express your emotions, fears, and goals, or whether
you branch out into poems, stories, or essays, writing can be immensely therapeutic.
A MOTHER'S GIFT by Britney and
Lynne Spears
How can a poor girl from Biscay, Mississippi who has never even been in an airplane before
make her hopes for stardom come true? Can Britney Spears actually write? You'll just have
to find both answers out for yourself.
STILL GOING STRONG...
THE RANSOM OF MERCY CARTER by
Caroline B. Cooney
"Why and how did captive English children so readily become Indians?" Will Mercy
Carter's parents ever find an answer to their question? There is also an interview with Caroline B. Cooney
ELLA IN BLOOM by Shelby
Hearon
As Ella starts to "bloom," she learns that she is a good person, not some
perfected mirror image of her mother.
NORY RYAN'S SONG by Patricia
Reilly Giff
In the time of the Great Hunger of Ireland, Nory Ryan and her family must struggle to stay
alive in the face of a terrifying famine.
RECENTLY REVIEWED...
WHALE TALK by Chris Crutcher
DREAMCATCHER by Stephen King
TROY by Adele Geras
CRACKS by Sheila Kohler
GIRL IN BLUE by Ann Rinaldi
OUR MESSAGE BOARDS ARE FEELING IGNORED...
The Message Boards are a venue
for teens across the nation to swap thoughts on topics like Favorite Authors and What You're Reading and to post Original Poetry and Short
Stories. Now go boost the boards' self-esteem and post on them!
Have a great week! And remember, if you have any ideas for the newsletter or
Teenreads.com, or if you just want to say hello, write to: Babyswingster@aol.com.
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