This week (October 15th-21st) is Teen Read Week and Teenreads.com is proudly one of the sponsors of this event. We want you to join us in getting the word out about Teen Read Week to your friends, teachers and librarians. As part of this week's celebration, you can go here and vote for your favorite book of the year.

Join thousands of teens across the country who will be reading for the fun of it as schools, libraries and bookstores celebrate this year's theme, "Get Active @ your library®."

During Teen Read Week you can also vote for your favorite new books as part of the Teens' Top Ten List, or help choose next year's theme by voting online. Want your library and school to get involved, if they don't know about Teen Read Week? Then send them this link.

One of our goals each month is to inspire you to read --- and to keep reading. We have found that required reading lists for school --- especially summer reading lists --- are not exactly inspiring. Thus we have created what we think is the Ultimate Teen Reading List --- 250 titles that we think are perfect choices for reading and discussing. Our dream is that schools will use this list to help them make their own for summer reading, or even better, suggest that students just read what they want from this list.

How did we create our list? We compiled entries from Teenreads.com readers who weighed in with their selections and we also asked our staffers for suggestions. Titles range from young adult books to books that we read on adult lists that we think would be enjoyed by teens.

Thanks to all who participated in this project, which spurred a lot of conversation about books. We encourage you to share this list with your teachers and fellow classmates, as well as librarians. Over the next few months, we also will be sharing ideas on how these books can be explored once you return to school. Here are our first two ideas, both of which involve book discussion:

Ideas for Discussing These Books:

1) Have the entire school read one book for summer reading and set aside time the first week of school for students to discuss it. Mix up the student body and place people into small groups. That way people can review a title and, yes, get to know each other better. Many colleges have been doing this as an ice breaker for freshmen, and we think it's a great idea.

2) Start a Book Club at your high school based on summer reading. Many of these titles can provoke interesting --- and spirited --- conversations. Maybe add Book Club to your current list of clubs at school. Keep in mind here that the goal is to have fun reading.

and we are happy to tell you that TOKYOPOP's POP Fiction titles, which we have been sharing advance information with you about all summer, are now in stores.

Lots of great reading this month on Teenreads.com, including a chance to win 12 copies of SOMETHING REMAINS for your book group, the opportunity to tell us what YOU think of SOLD --- a National Book Award Finalist for Young People's Literature --- and we are happy to share that TOKYOPOP's POP Fiction titles, which we have been sharing advance information with you about all summer, are now in stores.

Read on and Happy Teen Read Week to all of you!

Carol Fitzgerald (Carol@bookreporter.com)

TOKYOPOP's new POP Fiction line for young adults has launched with the October releases of MAGIC MOON, KINO NO TABI, WITCHES' FOREST and SCRAPPED PRINCESS. We have reviews of each book, chapter excerpts, comments from readers who were selected to preview one of the novels, and the 20 winners of all four titles in the launch line.

MAGIC MOON by Wolfgang and Heike Hohlbein
When his parents inform him that his little sister has fallen into a mysterious coma, Kim is frustrated and heartbroken that he can't do anything to help her. A mysterious visitor from another world pulls Kim into the realm of the Magic Moon, where he hopes to unlock the secrets of the enchantment that keeps his sister locked in sleep. Reviewed by Eileen Zimmerman Nicol.

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-Click here to see reader comments about MAGIC MOON.

KINO NO TABI: Book One of the Beautiful World by Keiichi Sigsawa
Young Kino and her talking motorcycle travel the world in search of excitement, adventure and beauty --- only staying in each country for three days. Throughout their adventures, they find happiness and pain, decadence and violence, and beauty and wisdom --- all in a strange and beautiful world. Reviewed by Stephen Hubbard.

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-Click here to see reader comments about KINO NO TABI.

WITCHES' FOREST: The Adventures of Duan Surk by Mishio Fukazawa
Duan Surk is a 16-year-old Level 2 fighter who gets lost in the spooky Witches' Forest, along with two other adventurers: a beautiful young witch and an older, highly skilled fighter. The trio embarks on the quest of a lifetime, battling mythical creatures and outwitting evil sorceresses. Reviewed by Stephen Hubbard.

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-Click here to see reader comments about WITCHES' FOREST.

SCRAPPED PRINCESS: A Tale of Destiny written by Ichiro Sakaki and illustrated by Yukinobu Azumi
The dark and devastating 5111th Grendel Prophecy revealed that the queen would usher in the apocalypse by her sixteenth birthday. Fifteen years have passed --- and the Scrapped Princess is still alive and well. Now, entire kingdoms are after her head. Will she be the destroyer the prophecy claims, or are the gods mistaken? Reviewed by Eileen Zimmerman Nicol.

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-Click here to read an excerpt.
-Click here to see reader comments about SCRAPPED PRINCESS.

CATHY'S BOOK is a unique and suspenseful story of one girl's attempts to unravel a mystery that keeps getting bigger, in a strange and fascinating world where things often aren't as they appear. CATHY'S BOOK is unlike anything you have ever read as it's interactive. It features letters, photographs, date book entries, telephone numbers you can call and websites you can access to learn more about the story.

Congratulations to Meg from Rockville, MD, who won a PINK RAZR with iTunes for submitting her comments about the book and clues as to where she hid her second copy. Thanks to all who submitted their comments and clues and for participating in the hunt!

-Click here to read a review of CATHY'S BOOK.
-Click here to see reader comments about CATHY'S BOOK.
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-Click here to visit CATHY'S BOOK @ MySpace.com.

For the second month of our feature on SOLD by Patricia McCormick, we are giving YOU the chance to tell us what you think of the book. SOLD, which came out September 15th, is a searing portrait of a young girl forced into prostitution. If you've read it, we want to know what you think; if you'd like to read it, we want to hear why. We will be choosing the winners of our SOLD giveaway later in the month, but in the meantime please send any comments you may have to Sold@Teenreads.com.

-Click here to read a review of SOLD.
-Click here to read an excerpt from SOLD.
-Click here to read a Q&A with Patricia McCormick.
-Click here to hear an Audio Excerpt from SOLD.

WINTERSMITH by Terry Pratchett (Fantasy/Adventure)
Tiffany Aching has had quite a lot of adventures. At age 9 she battled the Queen of Fairyland in THE WEE FREE MEN. At age 11 she fought against a Hiver, an evil demon that takes refuge in bodies, in A HAT FULL OF SKY. Now, at the prime age of 13, Tiffany faces a new challenge --- the Wintersmith. Reviewed by Kristi Olson.

-Click here to read an excerpt from WINTERSMITH.
-Click here to read Terry Pratchett's bio.
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DREAM JOURNAL by Karen Halvorsen Schreck (Fiction)
Award-winning writer Karen Halvorsen Schreck hops between heavyweight emotion and typical adolescent angst when relaying the multi-faceted story of 16-year-old Olivia's adventures over the summer prior to her junior year in high school. A beautifully written coming-of-age novel, DREAM JOURNAL is a gallant effort about surviving loss. Reviewed by Alexis Burling.

-Click here to read an excerpt from DREAM JOURNAL.
-Click here to read Karen Halvorsen Schreck's bio.
-Click here to visit KarenHalvorsenSchreck.net.

PRETTY LITTLE LIARS by Sara Shepard (Fiction)
Gossip thrives amid the Mercedes-Benzes, mega mansions and perfectly manicured hedges in the exclusive town of Rosewood, Pennsylvania. Behind their big Gucci sunglasses, beneath their perfectly pressed Polos, everyone has something to hide --- especially high school juniors Spencer, Aria, Emily and Hanna. Reviewed by Belinda Williams.

-Click here to read an excerpt from PRETTY LITTLE LIARS.
-Click here to read Sara Shepard's bio.
-Click here to visit Sara Shepard's website.

GO: Devotions for Faith on the Move by Tim Baker (Devotional)

Feel like you're always on the go?

The world says to hurry up, strive for success, avoid failure, and always be perfect. But God tells us something else. Discover how to slow down, face your fears, and let your life boldly proclaim your faith to those around you. 

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Sign-up for the Sisterhood Mobile Club and enter to win an advance copy of the fourth and final book, FOREVER IN BLUE!

Sign-up for the Sisterhood E-mail Newsletter AND enter your mobile number for the upcoming Sisterhood Mobile Club by November 19th and you will be entered for a chance to win an Advance Copy of FOREVER IN BLUE, the fourth and final installment to the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series!

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October's roundup of New in Paperback titles includes WILL OF THE EMPRESS, an epic adventure from Tamora Pierce that marks the return of the four mages who appeared in The Circle of Magic and The Circle Opens quartets; RAVEN'S GATE, book one in Anthony Horowitz's chilling Gatekeepers series; THE CLOUD CHAMBER, in which Joyce Maynard sketches the heartbreaking portrait of a boy whose family is falling apart; ANGELS IN PINK: RAINA'S STORY, the second installment in Lurlene McDaniel's inspirational trilogy; and REFUGEES by Catherine Stine, the story of an American girl and an Afghani boy who bond during a world tragedy.

NEW MOON by Stephenie Meyer (Horror/Romance)
Haunted by darkness and despair following the departure of her beloved Edward, Bella Swan must adjust to life without vampire companions --- but with a new source of fascination and danger. In NEW MOON, Stephenie Meyer sharpens her vampire mythology, first introduced in TWILIGHT, to a fine point. Reviewed by Norah Piehl.

-Click here to read an excerpt from NEW MOON.

AN ABUNDANCE OF KATHERINES by John Green (Fiction)
Dumped by 19 girls named Katherine, child prodigy Colin Singleton and his best friend take a heart-healing road trip where Colin hopes to prove mathematically that relationships are predictable and earn his way into adulthood as a certified genius. Reviewed by Brian Farrey.

-Click here to read an excerpt from AN ABUNDANCE OF KATHERINES.
-Click here to read an interview with John Green.

LEAPHOLES by James Grippando (Fiction)
Ryan is horrifically ashamed of his father, who pleaded guilty to a robbery and now sits in jail. Still, his dad continues to claim innocence. But Ryan is about to experience an entirely different side of the law that will change his outlook and his life --- a side of the law that involves time travel! Reviewed by Chris Shanley-Dillman.

-Click here to read an excerpt from LEAPHOLES. 

WOULD I LIE TO YOU: Gossip Girl #10 by Cecily von Ziegesar (Fiction)
The heat is not all from the weather in the Hamptons as Blair, Serena and the gang continue to celebrate their last summer before college. Soon everything changes as each character questions who he or she is and what they really want out of their lives. Reviewed by Amy Alessio.

INCANTATION by Alice Hoffman (Historical Fiction)
From a New York Times bestselling author comes a journey of loss and rebirth with a startling premise inspired by historical fact. With themes of faith, friendship and persecution, Alice Hoffman's tragic and beautiful novel resonates profoundly in our times. Reviewed by Patsy Side.

LONDON CALLING by Edward Bloor (Fiction)
Martin Conway comes from a family filled with heroes and disgraces, and currently he has his own troubles to deal with. But during the summer after 7th grade, Martin meets a boy who will change his life forever. Jimmy Harker appears one night with a deceptively simple question: Will you help? Reviewed by Paula Jolin.

THE ASTONISHING LIFE OF OCTAVIAN NOTHING, TRAITOR TO THE NATION - Volume 1: The Pox Party by M.T. Anderson (Historical Fiction)
Set against the disquiet of Revolutionary Boston, M. T. Anderson's extraordinary novel --- the first of two parts --- takes place at a time when American Patriots rioted and battled to win liberty while African slaves were entreated to risk their lives for a freedom they would never claim. Reviewed by Carlie Webber.

WOLFCRY: The Kiesha'ra, Volume Four by Amelia Atwater-Rhodes (Fantasy)
Reigning monarch Oliza Shardae Cobriana tries to get ready to lead both her avian and serpiente people. She learns that it may take more than one generation to guide the peace process her parents' unusual marriage began. When she's kidnapped, she learns about herself and what she has to do to save everyone. Reviewed by Amy Alessio.

PARANOID PARK by Blake Nelson (Psychological Thriller)
It was an accident. He didn't mean to kill the security guard with his skateboard --- it was self-defense. But there's no one to back up his story. PARANOID PARK is a dark and intense psychological thriller of a novel that puts a normal teen in a very difficult situation. Reviewed by Kristi Olson.

THE BOY BOOK: A Study of Habits and Behaviors, Plus Techniques for Taming Them by E. Lockhart (Fiction)
The drama from last year's debacle may have passed, but it's far from over. There's no nice way to say it: Ruby is a social leper. Her ex-best friends aren't speaking to her, and her ex-boyfriend is still seeing her ex-best friend. If only Tate Prep wasn't such a small school. Reviewed by Jonathan Stephens.

ALL HALLOWS' EVE: 13 Stories by Vivian Vande Velde (Horror/Short Stories)
Celebrated author Vivian Vande Velde is at her spine-tingling best in this collection of 13 scary stories, all of which take place on Halloween night. With tales that range from the disturbing to the downright gruesome, this is one collection that teens will want to read with the lights on...and the doors locked. Reviewed by Terry Miller Shannon.

THE RIDDLE: The Second Book of Pelinor by Alison Croggon (Fantasy/Adventure)
Maerad and her teacher Cadvan are on the run from both the Light and Dark as they attempt to uncover the meaning of the Treesong while trying to save the kingdoms of Edil-Amarandah. With many twists and turns, THE RIDDLE answers some questions while giving readers many more to figure out as this epic quartet progresses. Reviewed by Sarah Sawtelle.

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Manga Reviews:

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THE ECHOING GREEN: The Untold Story of Bobby Thomson, Ralph Branca and the Shot Heard Round the World by Joshua Prager (Sports)
This wonderfully evocative portrait of the great American pastime is more than a story of a baseball game and the players who participated; it's a magnificent work of history that happens to chronicle the 1951 National League pennant race between the Brooklyn Dodgers and the New York Giants. Reviewed by Stuart Shiffman.

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Movies and television programs that are based on books are fairly common and very popular. But are you interested in the opposite --- books that are based on TV shows or films?

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Question:
"Alias," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Charmed," "The O.C.," "One Tree Hill" and "Smallville" are among the television programs that are available in book form. What TV shows or movies would you like to see made into novelizations that haven't been already?

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This contest period, one lucky teen reader will be randomly chosen to win a copy of AN ABUNDANCE OF KATHERINES by John Green. (Click on the link below for the official rules.) To automatically enter to win, e-mail us your recommendations and book ratings.