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Libraries Rock! Summer Reading Program June 11 - July 28, 2018 Celebrate the joy of reading and earn fun rewards along the way! Sign up now for the Summer Reading Program at the Youth Services Desk. It’s easy to participate–just stop by the Youth Services Desk to log your reading time. Any kind of reading counts–books, eBooks, graphic novels, newspapers, magazines, audiobooks, reading aloud to someone else, or being read to. Everyone is welcome to join the fun–children, teens, and adults! The last day to record reading hours and enter the raffles is Saturday, July 28. The last day to pick up prizes is Saturday, August 4. .
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Library Closed Wednesday, July 4
The library will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, in celebration of Independence Day.
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The Hazel Wood
by Melissa Albert
What it's about: After years on the road with her mother, running from their freakishly bad luck, Alice is resourceful, tough, and angry -- qualities she'll need after her mom is kidnapped. Desperate to rescue her, Alice looks for clues from a forbidden source: Tales from the Hinterland, the cult-classic book of sinister fairy tales written by her grandmother.
Who it's for: readers who relish dreamy, disturbing, and sophisticated fantasy.
Book buzz: This debut novel had a movie deal before it even hit bookshelves.
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The Gone Away Place
by Christopher Barzak
What it's about: After tornadoes demolish Newfoundland, Ohio, Ellie, seventeen, is haunted by ghosts of her best friends, by the boy next door, even by her boyfriend. And the living are haunting her too, all those left behind in the storm's wake to cope with the "gone away" pieces in their lives.
Reviewers say: "Highly spiritual and deeply moving" (Publishers Weekly, starred review).
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From Twinkle, with Love
by Sandhya Menon
What it is: a series of letters from 16-year-old Twinkle Mehra to her favorite female filmmakers, in which she spills about her crush on dream guy Neil, her documentary film project with Neil's awkward brother Sahil, her mysterious secret admirer, and her best friend's sudden popularity.
Reviewers say: "A sweet, smart gem" (School Library Journal).
You might also like: Nisha Sharma's My So-Called Bollywood Life, another romantic comedy about an Indian American girl with cinematic aspirations.
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Puddin'
by Julie Murphy
Featuring: optimistic Millie Michalchuk, who's decided to ditch fat camp for a journalism program; and popular Callie Reyes, who's planning a revenge prank with her dance team frenemies.
What happens: When the aftermath of the prank brings the two Texas teens together, they discover that they inspire each other in unexpected ways.
Series alert: You don't need to have read Dumplin' to appreciate this feisty follow-up, but fans will be excited to revisit familiar characters.
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Focus on: Thrillers and Suspense
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| The Special Ones by Em BaileyWhat it's about: He is always watching. He keeps Esther and the other Special Ones on an isolated farm, where they provide online spiritual guidance to his cult followers -- and those who don't play along risk being "renewed" and never seen again.
Who it's for: Oozing with claustrophobic dread, this tale of brainwashing and survival is a must-read for fans of provocative thrillers such as Stephanie Oakes' The Sacred Lies of Minnow Bly or Kevin Brooks' The Bunker Diaries. |
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The Devil You Know
by Trish Doller
Suspense. Cadie barely knows Matt and Noah, but when the cousins invite her along on their road trip, she jumps at the chance for a break from her stressful family life. At first, Cadie's passionate fling with sexy, troubled Noah distracts her from the red flags. But eventually, the hints of past violence pile up, and Cadie can't deny her suspicions that one of the guys is a killer -- and that if she continues on their journey into the wild Florida Everglades, she might not make it out alive. Perfectly paced to build maximum terror, this steamy thriller delivers a "swift and satisfying" (School Library Journal) conclusion.
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Endangered
by Lamar Giles
Suspense. Lauren "Panda" Daniels doesn't attract much attention at school; it's her anonymous photoblog that's popular. As "Gray Scales," Panda photographs and publishes the scandalous secrets of the school's worst bullies. After she's caught in the act by someone who claims to be an admirer, Panda is drawn into a risky game of photographic dares. But when the subject of her latest post is murdered, Panda knows it's time to stop playing and find the killer, no matter what the consequences. Readers who enjoy this unpredictable, morally complex thriller about a vigilante blogger might also like Todd Strasser's Wish You Were Dead.
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Hold Me Like a Breath
by Tiffany Schmidt
Thriller. Even the lightest touch could damage sheltered, 17-year-old Penelope Landlow -- she has a rare disorder that causes easy bruising and requires frequent blood transfusions. These treatments are funded by the family business: the Landlows are major players in the black market for human organ transplants. Yet the business that enables Penny's safety also makes her family a target, and after a shocking tragedy shatters her protective bubble, Penny discovers that independence is hazardous…and that she's more resilient than anyone suspected. If you relish the pulse-pounding suspense and unexpected romance in this thriller, you won't want to miss the follow-up, Break Me Like A Promise.
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| Lies I Told by Michelle ZinkStarring: 17-year-old Grace, adopted into a family of con artists.
What happens: Grace loves her family, and is a talented participant in their long cons and complicated heists. Recently, though, her brother's doubts -- not to mention her steamy romance with her latest mark -- are leading her to question her loyalty.
Don't miss: the sequel, Promises I Made -- you'll want to have it on hand after finishing this twisty, character-driven thriller. |
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Labyrinth Film Showing
Thursday, July 5, 10:00 am
Library Meeting Room
Libraries rock! Join us for a free Summer Reading Program showing of the classic Jim Henson movie starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly. Light refreshments will be available. Children up to 18 years of age who arrive within the first 30 minutes of the film will receive a chance to win a copy of the DVD.
Synopsis: Teenage Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) journeys through a maze to recover her baby brother (Toby Froud) from a goblin king (David Bowie). Rated PG. Runtime: 101 minutes.
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Gentle Flow Yoga
Saturday, July 7, 12:30 pm
Library Meeting Room
Join certified yoga instructor Lauralee Sikorski, who has taught over 1,000 hours of classes, for gentle flow yoga with emphasis on deep breathing and releasing stress. Wear comfortable attire and come on an empty stomach. Class is free. Bring your own mat as extras are limited.
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Axis 360 eBooks
Find popular fiction, non-fiction, and picture e-books and e-audiobooks for children, teens, and adults! It's simple--just download the app on your device, search for "Michigan City Public Library", and log in with your library card number and PIN.
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Teen Reads
YA websites, featured authors, and more.
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Library Services
Find out about all the services the library offers, including research, materials, account information, youth programs, events, tutoring, genealogy, computers and more.
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Library Catalog
Look up books and other materials, place items on hold, and more.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for age 14 and up!
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Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street Michigan City, Indiana 46360 219-873-3044mclib.org/ |
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