It seems that every movie that comes out these days is based on a book. I mean, why reinvent the wheel when there are so many great stories out there already? But when producers and directors adapt a beloved story for the big screen they risk upsetting the scores of built in fans. And, of… Read More Books into Movies
October 22 was an exciting day for fans of Veronica Roth’s ‘Divergent’ trilogy: The third and final installment of the series, ‘Allegiant’, finally hit the stores. If you loved ‘Divergent,’ as much as I did, then I’m sure you’re clamoring to see what happens to Tris and company in the last book! Luckily for you… Read More Divergent Trilogy Comes to a Close
Our latest Teen Book Review comes to us from the Teen Advisory Group’s, Anna! To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee Scout and Jem Finch grew up in sleepy Southern Maycomb, where the Great Depression was happening. When Dill comes over for one summer, the kids begin to find a new interest in… Read More Book Reviews for Teens By Teens
Fall is here and that means it’s almost time for BookFest Windsor once again. It takes place November 1-3. What’s BookFest Windsor you might ask? Only one of the coolest festivals around and lucky you, it takes place right here in Windsor! BFW celebrates our love of books and authors with exciting events such as: workshops; readings and… Read More BookFest Loves Teens!!!
Today’s book review comes to us from the Teen Advisory Group’s Anna. Black Beauty by Anna Sewell Black Beauty is a fictional story of a horse’s life full of ups and downs, careless grooms, true friends, and the true hand of a gentle master. The story begins with Black Beauty’s birth with his mother,… Read More Book Reviews for Teens by Teens
Today’s review comes to us courtesy of Teen Advisory Group member, Anna. This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen Growing up with a mother who’s currently working through husband number five, Remy knows exactly how to deal with her romantic life. Previously, Remy’s had a fair amount of boyfriends and has always known… Read More Book Reviews For Teens By Teens
Today’s review comes to us courtesy of the Teen Adisory Group’s Carol. Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton Ethan Frome is a tragic story about a young man, Ethan, who is tormented by his love for his wife’s cousin. Trapped by the bonds of marriage, he spends every day of his life taking care of his… Read More Book Reviews For Teens By Teens
‘Divergent’ author Veronica Roth posted a teaser of some ‘Divergent’ movie footage on her blog last week. Finally fans got to see Tris and Four in action! Even more footage was shown before the MTV video music awards. If you missed it, click here to see it! Maybe seeing these trailers will also help you… Read More Divergent Movie – First Look!
Today’s review comes to us from the Teen Advsiory Group’s Anna. Thanks, Anna! Graceling by Kristin Cashore Ever since she was little, Katsa found out that she could kill a man with her bare hands. She was called a Graceling, one of the few people in her land that had an extreme skill of some… Read More Book Reviews For Teens By Teens
Today’s book review is brought to us by the Teen Advisory Group’s Carol. Thanks, Carol! Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen-Mah Chinese Cinderella is a touching true story about a Chinese girl named Adeline Yen-Mah who was considered bad luck at soon as she was born because her mother died from giving birth to her. Her… Read More Book Reviews for Teens By Teens