NoveList Plus
The library pays for this database just for it’s patrons! Just input a book or author you love and find more just like it. To access, just type in your full library card when asked to login.
Gnod’s Literature Map (www.literature-map.com)
How do I describe this? Gnod took all the most popular writers today and linked them to similar authors by lines, forming a graph or cloud. By typing in your favorite author you can see what authors are similar, perhaps finding another author to read! They also did something similar for music and movies.
Book Awards
Michael L. Printz Award (www.ala.org)
The Michael L. Printz is awarded for Excellence in Young Adult Literature.
Best Books for Young Adults (www.ala.org)
Although this is not exactly an award, it definitely is a good list if you are trying to find something to read.
Coretta Scott King Book Awards (www.ala.org)
“…[T]he Coretta Scott King Book Awards annually recognize outstanding books for young adults and children by African American authors and illustrators that reflect the African American experience.”
Mark Twain Readers Award (www.maslonline.org)
Mark Twain Readers Award is selected annually by students in grades four through six, distinguishing books that enrich children’s lives.
Newbery Medal (www.ala.org)
Awarded the the author for their contribution to American children’s literature.
Caldecott Medal (www.ala.org)
Awarded to distinguish the best illustrated picture book for children.
Blogs About Books
TeenReads.com Blog (www.teenreads.com)
Are you looking for a new series to follow? Looking for a good, light read? This blog talks about upcoming teen books and gives reviews.
Favorite Teenage Angst Books (www.grouchy.com/angst)
Do you like a good cry? Do you want to read reviews on the best teen angst books available? Check out this blog.
