For Younger Readers 2000-2001 National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Library of Congress Washington 2002 Young Adults Nonfiction Cassettes AIDS and HIV: Risky Business RC 47995 by Daniel Jussim read by Gary Tipton 1 cassette Victims of the HIV virus speak out about their experiences with a top killer of young American adults. Discusses the prevention and treatment of AIDS and HIV. Offers practical advice on protecting oneself from contracting the disease. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Before the Storm: American Indians before the Europeans RC 49390 by Allison Lassieur read by Rick Foucheux 1 cassette Based on archaeologic and ethnographic evidence, an account of the people living in North America prior to 1492. Presented by geographic area, describes what is known about the lives of the inhabitants, including their villages, foods, and societies. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Beginner's Guide to Art RC 48873 edited by Brigitte Govignon read by Gordon Gould 3 cassettes Designed to help the reader understand and appreciate art. Covers developments in architecture, sculpture, and painting from 30,000 B.C. to 1995. Includes brief biographies of major figures in the evolution of Western forms of expression. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Bobbi Brown Teenage Beauty: Everything You Need to Look Pretty, Natural, Sexy, and Awesome RC 51013 by Bobbi Brown and Annemarie Iverson read by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Noted makeup artist provides instructions on choosing and applying cosmetics. Addresses common teen issues including blemishes and braces. Includes sections on hair care, body type, self image, and beauty tips for various ethnic types. For junior and senior high and older readers. Bestseller 2000. Careers for Bookworms and Other Literary Types RC 49693 by Marjorie Eberts and Margaret Gisler read by Gregory Gorton 1 cassette Examines occupations for book lovers that involve a lot of reading. Includes careers in libraries, book publishing, magazines and newspapers, education, research, movies, and more. Briefly discusses qualifications and duties for each job. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. Careers for Computer Buffs RC 47821 compiled by Andrew Kaplan read by Barbara Pinolini 1 cassette Profiles fourteen individuals who work with computers in various ways, including software development, hardware research, and engineering. Each discusses his or her job and offers advice on pursuing a computer-related career. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1991. Careers for Crafty People and Other Dexterous Types RC 50798 by Mark Rowh read by Jill Ferris 1 cassette Explores the world of craftsmen and artisans whose livelihoods involve creating hand-forged objects from wood, metal, glass, fabrics, or in the graphic arts. Offers suggestions on pursuing a career outside of the mainstream. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1994. Careers for Foreign Language Aficionados and Other Multilingual Types RC 47820 by H. Ned Seelye and J. Laurence Day read by Barbara Pinolini 1 cassette A career guide for people who speak and write in more than one language. Discusses job opportunities in teaching, information services, business, government, and volunteer work. Describes job requirements, salaries, and sources of further information. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1992. Careers for Kids at Heart and Others Who Adore Children RC 48140 by Marjorie Eberts and Margaret Gisler read by Jill Ferris 1 cassette Description of the numerous career opportunities that entail working with children. Includes school settings, infant and toddler care, and health- and safety-oriented jobs as well as practical considerations. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. Careers for Outdoor Types RC 49094 by Andrew Kaplan read by Rick Foucheux 1 cassette Profiles fourteen individuals whose jobs involve working outdoors, including a naturalist, a recreation director, a rancher, and others employed in agriculture. Discusses how to get started, what the work entails, and the pros and cons of each career. For junior and senior high readers. 1991. Careers for Sports Nuts and Other Athletic Types RC 49092 by William Ray Heitzmann read by Rick Foucheux 1 cassette Describes careers in the sports fields for those who are not professional athletes but love the thrill of the game. Includes the roles of coaches and managers, officials and communicators, medical personnel, and others involved before the team even starts to play. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Careers for the Curious RC 48110 edited by Russell Shorto read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette Presents interviews with fourteen professionals in fields that demand an inquiring mind and keen investigative skills, including an inventor, an editor, an ethnomusicologist, and a philosopher. They describe how they got started, what their work involves, and things they like and dislike about their jobs. For junior and senior high readers. 1992. Careers for Wordsmiths RC 47819 by Andrew Kaplan read by Barbara Pinolini 1 cassette Profiles fourteen workers in jobs that rely on language skills; includes writer, editor, teacher, lexicographer, and press agent. Each worker discusses his or her work and offers advice on pursuing a language-related career. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1991. Careers in Child Care RC 47715 by Marjorie Eberts and Margaret Gisler read by Patricia McDermott 2 cassettes A practical guide to planning, entering, and advancing in a variety of child-care careers, including home care, teaching, health care, social work, and recreation. Presents profiles of practitioners and discusses job preparation, salaries, and future demand in the job market. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1994. Coping with Diabetes RC 47119 by Pat Kelly read by Patricia McDermott 1 cassette Describes different types of diabetes and how they are diagnosed. Explains the role of diet, exercise, medication, and monitoring techniques in treating the disease. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Cyber Crimes RC 50668 by Gina De Angelis read by Randy Davidson 1 cassette Discusses high-tech crimes by hackers, crackers, and phone phreaks using computers to engage in fraud, embezzlement, espionage, cybersex, and child pornography. Explains how to minimize one's vulnerability to such offenses and how to maximize personal privacy and security. For junior and senior high readers. 2000. The Czech Republic RC 48407 by Steven Otfinoski read by Connie Crawford 1 cassette Introduces the land and people of the eastern European country, its culture, and history, including its release from the Iron Curtain in 1989. Discusses economic problems and possible solutions. Includes a chronology. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Teens: Simple Ways to Keep Your Cool in Stressful Times RC 51201 by Richard Carlson read by Jack Fox 2 cassettes This companion to Don't Sweat the Small Stuff (RC 45257) and others in the series for adults, advises teens on controlling stress in their lives. Includes one hundred tips on coping with such things as breakups, bad hair days, and peer pressure. For junior and senior high readers. Bestseller 2000. Earth-Shattering Poems RC 46532 edited by Liz Rosenberg read by Peggy Gilleland 1 cassette An international selection of more than forty poets presented in chronological order. Includes Sappho of ancient Greece, Charles Baudelaire of France, Pablo Neruda of Chile, and J.E. Wei of Taiwan. Editor chose poems that "shook" her. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Empires Lost and Won: The Spanish Heritage in the Southwest RC 45995 by Albert Marrin read by Jake Williams 2 cassettes Beginning with Spain during the late Middle Ages, the author provides a vivid description of the Spanish culture, including the lives of conquistadors and soldiers. Using primary sources, he describes the perils of crossing the Atlantic, encounters with Native Americans, and conquest of the new land by Europeans. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. The Forgotten Heroes: The Story of the Buffalo Soldiers RC 50051 by Clinton Cox read by Jake Williams 1 cassette Relates the history of the Ninth and Tenth Cavalry--the "Buffalo Soldiers"--from 1867 to 1898. The units, composed of emancipated slaves, were used to subjugate and remove Native Americans onto reservations and for other hazardous duties in the American west. For junior and senior high readers. 1993. Global Warming: Opposing Viewpoints RC 48081 edited by Tamara L. Roleff and others read by Ralph Lowenstein 2 cassettes The opposing viewpoints in this volume concern the environment. Scientists debate the causes and effects of global warming, whether it poses a serious threat to human life, and how to preserve the rain forests that are endangered by slowly rising temperatures. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Haiti: Land of Inequality RC 50901 by Mary C. Turck read by Ted Stoddard 1 cassette Examines the history of Haiti's ethnic conflicts and their continuing effects on its people. Chronicles important milestones and describes Haitian leaders. Discusses geography, religion, language, economics, and class divisions in terms of the nation's social problems. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Hit Me with Music: How to Start, Manage, Record, and Perform with Your Own Rock Band RC 43650 by Stephanie Powell read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette Handbook on organizing and managing one's own rock music group. Powell offers both creative and technical tips on all phases of the music business: using public address systems; mixing live music; utilizing recording studios; promoting a band; negotiating contracts; and avoiding the perils of the business. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. Hockey Now! RC 50607 by Mike Leonetti read by Jake Williams 2 cassettes Brief biographies of seventy top National Hockey League players, including goalies Patrick Roy and Grant Fuhr, forwards Eric Lindros and Mark Messier, and wingers Brett Hull and Jaromir Jagr among others. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. How the New Technology Works: A Guide to High-Tech Concepts RC 47726 by Robert J. Cone and Patricia Barnes-Svarney read by Butch Hoover 2 cassettes Explains the concepts and operating principles behind seventeen high-tech devices and systems that affect daily life. Covers electromagnetism, communications, and measurement concepts, discussing their development, applications, and future prospects. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. How to Get a Job If You're a Teenager RC 47766 by Cindy Pervola and Debby Hobgood read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette Tips on job hunting address deciding what type of job to apply for, completing applications, preparing for the interview (including choosing what to wear), and the interview itself. What to expect on the first day and the proper way to quit a job are also discussed. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. How to Write a Letter RC 48512 by Patricia Dragisic read by Miriam Wagner 1 cassette Describes the basic structure of personal and business letters, with examples of each type. Includes such diverse topics as grammar, salutations, and using electronic mail; presents some famous letters from the past. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Hungary RC 48412 by Raymond Hill read by Mary Ann Nichols 2 cassettes Presents the history, economy, and geography of this Eastern European country. Also includes the cultural revival in its capital, Budapest. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. In My Own Time: Almost an Autobiography RC 47422 by Nina Bawden read by Mitzi Friedlander 2 cassettes Memoir of a novelist. Recounts her childhood evacuation from London in World War II; her years at Oxford, where she knew Richard Burton and Margaret Thatcher; and her later life. Relates stories of her family, including the struggles of her schizophrenic son, who committed suicide. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1994. In the Land of the Taj Mahal: The World of the Fabulous Mughals RC 47521 by Ed Rothfarb read by Mary Kane 2 cassettes Traces the history of the three-hundred-year Mughal dynasty in northern India. Describes the Mughals' arrival in the fifteenth century led by Babur, who conquered and remained to rule. Examines the development of Islam during the interchange of cultures, as the Mughals interacted with the local Hindu traditions. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Jewel: Pieces of a Dream RC 49095 by Kristen Kemp read by Michael Scherer 1 cassette Biography of songwriter-singer Jewel, who grew up in Alaska with no running water, electricity, or heat. Describes her early singing career, her struggles with dyslexia, and her parents' divorce. Jewel's determination to succeed led her to a famous boarding school for the arts and then to California. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Lasting Echoes: An Oral History of Native American People RC 46838 by Joseph Bruchac read by Bill Wallace 1 cassette Presents American history from the Native American viewpoint from the arrival of European colonists through the 1990s. Written by an Abenaki Indian who quotes from primary sources such as journals, letters, and speeches for documentation. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Living When a Young Friend Commits Suicide: Or Even Starts Talking about It RC 49770 by Earl A. Grollman and Max Malikow read by Candy Shannon 1 cassette Grief counselors present a thorough discussion of suicide specifically for teenagers. Examines survivors' feelings and how to cope with those reactions, why people commit suicide and how to help someone suicidal, religious issues, and popular misconceptions. Lists additional resources. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Madam Secretary: The Story of Madeleine Albright RC 47911 by Jeremy Byman read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette Provides an account of Albright's life, from her childhood in Czechoslovakia to adulthood in the United States. Traces Albright's career as she becomes interested in politics, earns a political science degree, raises a family, gets involved in the Democratic Party, and is appointed secretary of state. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Poland RC 48408 by Steven Otfinoski read by Anne Hancock 1 cassette The history, culture, and prospects for the future of the eastern European country of Poland. Discusses its seven geographical regions and recalls its "golden age." Describes the systems of democracy, Nazism, and communism embraced at various times over the years. Includes a brief chronology. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1995. Pop Goes Latin! RC 49901 by Nancy Krulik read by Carol Dines 1 cassette Traces the life of eleven Latino singers including Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, Enrique Inglesias, and Christina Aguilera. Analyzes the changes in society and the music industry that led to acceptance of Spanish-language entertainers. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Real World Math: Money and Other Numbers in Your Life RC 49046 by Donna Guthrie and Jan Stiles read by Mimi Bederman 1 cassette Do I need a savings account? Can I buy whatever I want with my own credit card? Can I afford my own car? How much should I tip the waiter? The authors answer these and many more questions about handling money. Includes discussions of balancing a checkbook and cost-effective shopping. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Romania RC 48405 by Mark Sanborne read by Jeremy Gage 1 cassette Describes the history, culture, and future of the eastern European country. Explains the relationship of its geographical location as a crossroads for trade to its long history of invasions. Analyzes the coup against the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu in 1989 and the mass adoption of orphans. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Russia RC 48604 by Michael Kort read by Lindsay Ellison 2 cassettes Introduces the history of Russia, including its political upheavals and economic development and the impact of its transition to a free-market system on its people and future. Also contains a chronology. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Sexually Transmitted Diseases RC 50772 by Christine Perdan Curran read by Catherine Byers 1 cassette Examines the history, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases--both bacterial and viral--as well as other contagious problems such as lice, scabies, and fungi. Includes information on syphilis, gonorrhea, herpes, AIDS, and hepatitis. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. The Space between Our Footsteps: Poems and Paintings from the Middle East RC 50238 selected by Naomi Shihab Nye read by Yolande Bavan 1 cassette Anthology of more than one hundred twentieth-century poems from twenty countries, some written in English and many translated into free verse. Subjects include affection for children and family, patriotic feelings, and grief over exile. Contains brief biographical notes on the contributors. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Straight Talk about Death and Dying RC 48747 by Robert DiGiulio and Rachel Kranz read by Bill Wallace 1 cassette Discusses attitudes toward death in the United States. Uses three case studies about teenagers coping with death to provide self-help tips. Explains Dr. Elisabeth Kbler-Ross's five-stage theory of coming to terms with dying. Includes advice on obtaining further information. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. Straight Talk about Teenage Suicide RC 48666 by Bernard Frankel and Rachel Kranz read by Kimberly Schraf 1 cassette Explores the "rising epidemic" of teenage suicide from social, family, and personal perspectives. Discusses circumstances and motives that incline young people to consider ending their lives. Offers advice for getting help. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. Suicide: Tragic Choice RC 50486 by Karen Zeinert read by Carol Dines 1 cassette Surveys the issue of suicide, including its history, causes, and psychology. Includes information about the right-to-die debate, assisted suicide, and survivors of the deceased. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Tall Mexican: The Life of Hank Aguirre, All-Star Pitcher, Businessman, Humanitarian RC 49549 by Robert E. Copley read by Jake Williams 1 cassette Authorized biography of the Detroit Tigers' all-star pitcher. Recalls Aguirre's childhood in a large Mexican American family in California and how, after his baseball career ended, he founded Mexican Industries in Detroit in order to help other Hispanics succeed. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Thomas Merton: Poet, Prophet, Priest RC 47557 by Jennifer Fisher Bryant read by Jake Williams 1 cassette Portrait of a troubled youth's spiritual journey from a life of dissolute pleasure to the ascetic seclusion of a Trappist monastery. Describes his difficult childhood, his conversion to Catholicism, his monastic life, and his years as a writer and social activist. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Through the Eyes of Your Ancestors RC 48705 by Maureen A. Taylor read by Gary Roan 1 cassette Step-by-step instructions on compiling a family history for a school project or just as a hobby. Includes suggestions on conducting personal interviews, visiting genealogical libraries, researching on the Internet, and keeping records. Also provides tips on accessing and using specific resources. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. To the Young Scientist: Reflections on Doing and Living Science RC 47630 by Alfred B. Bortz read by Liz Solar 1 cassette Scientists working in various fields present their viewpoints on scientific careers, their personal interests, and why they chose a particular discipline. Includes an anthropologist, an astronomer, chemists, engineers, and geneticists. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Tourette Syndrome RC 47777 by Elaine Landau read by Jill Ferris 1 cassette Describes the neurological disorder that is characterized by tics--involuntary movements or sounds. Discusses coping with the syndrome, which becomes apparent in childhood and can range from mild to severe. Profiles of people living with Tourette Syndrome include an athlete, a surgeon, and a musician. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Ukraine RC 48410 by Steven Otfinoski read by Norm Thibeault 1 cassette Discusses the history, culture, and geography of the former Soviet republic. Describes the establishment of a new republic in 1991, the continued effects of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear plant explosion, the renewal of religious traditions, and the economy. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. Vincent van Gogh: Artist RC 46876 by Peter Tyson read by Gary Tipton 1 cassette A biography of the Dutch painter born in 1853. Covers his childhood and early career choices before deciding to be an artist at age twenty-seven. Includes information on his psychological problems and bouts of melancholia. Describes van Gogh's affinity for southern France, where he produced many paintings and where he committed suicide at age thirty- seven. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. The Watergate Scandal in American History RC 48511 by David K. Fremon read by Miriam Wagner 1 cassette Summarizes a "third-rate burglary attempt" at the Watergate hotel on June 17, 1972, that eventually caused President Richard Nixon to resign. Discusses the events and people that led to the near impeachment and its effect on the country. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. What Do You Stand For? A Kid's Guide to Building Character RC 47579 by Barbara A. Lewis read by Randy Davidson 4 cassettes Advice on developing character traits such as a positive attitude, imagination, courage, citizenship, endurance, and empathy. Includes teen profiles, self inventories, and character dilemmas to ponder. Provides suggested readings and activities and a list of web sites. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. What Have You Lost? Poems RC 50773 selected by Naomi Shihab Nye read by Suzanne Toren 1 cassette Selections from 140 contemporary poets expressing their thoughts and observations in free verse on the theme of loss--of objects, people, places, or concepts. Many of the poems are first-time publications. Biographical notes on the contributors are included. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Where's Your Head? Psychology for Teenagers RC 47878 by Dale Carlson and Hannah Carlson read by Liz Solar 2 cassettes The authors discuss what psychology is and how young people can use it to understand their own adolescence. Discusses the major theories of psychology and their founders, mental illness, different forms of therapy, and how to cope with growing up. Revised edition of book originally published in 1977. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Whitewater Rafting: An Introductory Guide RC 46615 by Cecil Kuhne read by Terence Aselford 1 cassette A description of the thrills of whitewater rafting. Includes the equipment, technique, and safety basics of the sport. Also describes the anatomy of a river and environmental protection information. Glossary and nationwide list of rivers to explore. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1995. Working in Law and Justice RC 50171 by Mary L. Davis read by Bob Moore 1 cassette Profiles of twelve Colorado residents employed in legal and judicial fields; includes a 9-1-1 operator, deputy sheriff, bail-bonding agent, private investigator, forensic scientist, security firm owner, paralegal, law librarian, lawyer, district court judge, court administrator, and court reporter. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Young People and Chronic Illness: True Stories, Help, and Hope RC 47998 by Kelly Huegel read by Gary Tipton 2 cassettes First-person accounts of young people who have accepted their chronic diseases and maintained a positive outlook. Includes practical advice for dealing with school, friends, and family while coping with cancer, epilepsy, diabetes, and other conditions. Lists organizations and web sites after each narrative. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Braille Brown v. Board of Education: Equal Schooling for All BR 13039 by Harvey Fireside and Sarah Betsy Fuller 1 volume Discusses the 1954 Supreme Court case that dealt with school segregation and ended the policy of maintaining separate institutions by race. Discusses the historical background, conditions in Kansas that prompted the legal challenge, and the nationwide impact of the decision. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. Coping with Diabetes BR 11929 by Pat Kelly 1 volume Describes different types of diabetes and how they are diagnosed. Explains the role of diet, exercise, medication, and monitoring techniques in treating the disease. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Epperson v. Arkansas: The Evolution-Creationism Debate BR 13049 by Jonathan L. Thorndike 1 volume Examines the 1968 Supreme Court case that dealt with the question of whether teaching creationism rather than evolution in Arkansas schools was acceptable. Also discusses the history and theories behind the conflict. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Going Solo BR 12420 by Roald Dahl 2 volumes (Reissue) Autobiographical account of the British writer's experiences as a young man working in East Africa and his adventures as a fighter pilot for the Royal Air Force in World War II. Sequel to Boy: Tales of Childhood (BR 11563). For junior and senior high and older readers. 1986. How to Write a Letter BR 12303 by Patricia Dragisic 1 volume Describes the basic structure of personal and business letters, with examples of each type. Includes such diverse topics as grammar, salutations, and using electronic mail; presents some famous letters from the past. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Just People and Other Poems for Young Readers and Paper/Pen/Poem: A Young Writer's Way to Begin BR 11992 by Kathi Appelt 1 volume Collection of twenty-two poems describing personal reactions to objects and events such as birds, pebbles, a first kiss, and the death of a loved one. The second section provides background information on each poem with an invitation to the reader to write about suggested topics. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Life among the Ibo Women of Nigeria BR 12605 by Salome Nnoromele 1 volume Describes the cultural history of the Ibo women of western Africa, including their traditional social, economic, religious, and political roles. Discusses the consequences of European colonialism, the modern role of women in Nigeria, and possible future trends. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Maya Angelou: Journey of the Heart BR 12078 by Jayne Pettit 1 volume Presents the life of Maya Angelou from her childhood through her years as a poet, author, civil rights activist, entertainer, and professor. Describes how her creativity and hard work have promoted the success of African Americans through poetry, writing, and teaching. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Miranda v. Arizona: Rights of the Accused BR 13044 by Gail Blasser Riley 1 volume Details the 1966 U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn the Arizona conviction of Ernesto Miranda for kidnapping and rape. The ruling was based on the fact that Miranda was not advised of his right to an attorney before being questioned about the crime. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. Nuclear Proliferation: The Problems and Possibilities BR 12661 by Glenn Alan Cheney 1 volume Explores the issue of nuclear proliferation and the dangers it poses. Discusses the history and development of the weapons, various treaties regulating their use, and current threats posed by the technology following the breakup of the Soviet Union. Offers suggestions for international cooperation. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Play Winning Checkers: Official American Mensa Game Book BR 12569 by Robert Pike 1 volume Explains the basic rules and moves in the multigenerational, interactive game of checkers. Intended for beginners and experienced players who want to improve their performance. Provides guidance for conducting tournaments. Also offers variations on the standard American game. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. Real World Math: Money and Other Numbers in Your Life BR 11926 by Donna Guthrie and Jan Stiles 1 volume Do I need a savings account? Can I buy whatever I want with my own credit card? Can I afford my own car? How much should I tip the waiter? The authors answer these and many more questions about handling money. Includes discussions of balancing a checkbook and cost-effective shopping. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Right Moves: A Girl's Guide to Getting Fit and Feeling Good BR 13054 by Tina Schwager and Michele Schuerger 3 volumes An athletic trainer and a former competitive skater advise teenagers on combining attitude, proper nutrition, and exercise to achieve fitness. They discuss the pros and cons of various workout options along with diets, eating disorders, visualization, stretching, and more. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Sexually Transmitted Diseases BR 13194 by Christine Perdan Curran 1 volume Examines the history, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases--both bacterial and viral--as well as other contagious problems such as lice, scabies, and fungi. Includes information on syphilis, gonorrhea, herpes, AIDS, and hepatitis. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. The Telegraph: A History of Morse's Invention and Its Predecessors in the United States BR 12258 by Lewis Coe 2 volumes Traces the development of communication systems that led to Samuel F.B. Morse's invention of the telegraph. Discusses its impact on American history and society. Explains how the signals were transmitted, on what equipment, by what method, and how the system worked. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1993. Through the Eyes of Your Ancestors BR 12319 by Maureen A. Taylor 1 volume Step-by-step instructions on compiling a family history for a school project or just as a hobby. Includes suggestions on conducting personal interviews, visiting genealogical libraries, researching on the Internet, and keeping records. Also provides tips on accessing and using specific resources. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. The "What's Happening to My Body?" Book for Boys: A Growing- Up Guide for Parents and Sons BR 12988 by Lynda Madaras 2 volumes Provides an overview of puberty and discusses changes that take place in a boy's shape, size, reproductive organs, sexuality, hygiene requirements, and health concerns. Also discusses puberty in girls. Updated edition of BR 7314. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2000. The "What's Happening to My Body?" Book for Girls: A Growing-Up Guide for Parents and Daughters BR 12992 by Lynda Madaras 2 volumes Provides an overview of puberty and discusses changes that take place in a girl's shape, size, reproductive organs, menstrual cycle, and sexuality. Also discusses puberty in boys. Updated edition of BR 8039. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2000. When a Friend Dies: A Book for Teens about Grieving and Healing BR 12333 by Marilyn E. Gootman 1 volume Advice for handling grief, anger, guilt, and depression after a friend's death. Topics are covered in a question- and-answer format. Includes quotations from teens whose friends have died, as well as from writers, philosophers, and public figures whose words can serve as guideposts. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. When the Beginning Began: Stories about God, the Creatures, and Us BR 12503 by Julius Lester 1 volume New versions of traditional Jewish creation stories. Lester's translations from the Hebrew verses in Genesis preface his stories about the world's formation, Adam and the first woman, and their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. A Young Person's Guide to Philosophy: "I Think, Therefore I Am" BR 12299 by Jeremy Weate 1 volume Introduction to the history of Western philosophers beginning with Greeks such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle and concluding with twentieth-century intellectuals, including Sartre and de Beauvoir. The second section briefly discusses some of the important schools of philosophy. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Fiction Cassettes The Adrian Mole Diaries: The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13-3/4; The Growing Pains of Adrian Mole RC 46651 by Sue Townsend read by George Holmes 2 cassettes British teenager records his worries about being short, his parents, his dog, choosing a career, and daily events in England in the 1980s. Originally published as two separate volumes in 1982 and 1985. For junior and senior high readers. 1985. Armageddon Summer RC 48366 by Jane Yolen and Bruce Coville read by Carol Dines 2 cassettes Marina and Jed both have parents who belong to a religious cult. When the congregation is led to a mountaintop to wait for the violent end of the world, the two teenagers go along. Once there, they have to question their own beliefs. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Backfield Package RC 47768 by Thomas J. Dygard read by Erik Sandvold 1 cassette Four football players at Hillcrest High make a pact to stick together and play at the same college as a "backfield package." But only Joe Mitchell, the quarterback, is recruited by a big-name school and must decide whether to keep his promise or explore all the options. For junior and senior high readers. 1992. The Beduins' Gazelle RC 48021 by Frances Temple read by Dick Jenkins 1 cassette North African desert, 1302. Halima has been betrothed to Atiyah since birth. After Atiyah is forced to go off to college, Halima becomes lost in a sandstorm and is rescued by a rival Beduin group. Hearing of her capture, Atiyah races against time to find her. Companion to The Ramsay Scallop (RC 39908). For junior and senior high readers. 1996. The Beetle and Me: A Love Story RC 49078 by Karen Romano Young read by Nanette Savard 1 cassette At fifteen, Daisy, who is as obsessed with cars as the rest of her family, convinces her reluctant father to let her try to restore his purple 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. While she struggles to work on the car, Daisy experiences her first relationships with boys. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Crooked RC 49876 by Laura McNeal and Tom McNeal read by Jill Fox 2 cassettes Clara, fourteen, worries about her crooked nose and about earning enough money for horse camp. Then she is deserted by both her mother and her best friend. Clara's sole comfort, a budding romance with classmate Amos, is threatened by two menacing brothers. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Crown Duel: The Crown and Court Duet, Book 1 RC 47240 by Sherwood Smith read by Ilona Dulaski 2 cassettes Siblings Count Branaric and Countess Meliara promise their dying father they will defend their country from the evil ruler Galdran and keep the covenant they have with the mysterious Hill Folk. But this means war, and the country is ill equipped for such an undertaking. Prequel to Court Duel (RC 47241). For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Dancer RC 50041 by Lorri Hewett read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette After ten years of ballet, Stephanie shows talent but is undistinguished. Her doubts about having a career as a black dancer are made worse by her parents' insistence that she plan for college. A retired black ballerina and her nephew give Stephanie encouragement. Some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Dark Lord of Derkholm RC 48321 by Diana Wynne Jones read by Erik Sandvold 3 cassettes For forty years Mr. Chesney, supported by a demon, has imposed his tour groups ("pilgrim parties") on the worn-out kings, dragons, elves, and farmers of the community. This year an unusual wizard, Derk, becomes the Dark Lord and involves his whole family--even the griffins--in stopping Mr. Chesney. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Deep Dream of the Rain Forest RC 50681 by Malcolm Bosse read by Chris Parente 1 cassette In 1920 Borneo a young Iban tribesman's dream instructs him to find a life-changing big fish with the help of a shunned girl. They kidnap a fifteen-year-old English boy from his inspector uncle's crew, thinking his mother's locket is magical. A deep friendship develops. For junior and senior high readers. 1993. Detour for Emmy RC 44303 by Marilyn Reynolds read by Jeanne Evans 2 cassettes Emmy enters Hamilton High and begins planning for college and her future despite her unsupportive alcoholic mother. When Emmy's first relationship leads to pregnancy, her life must take a detour, but she's still determined to reach her goals. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. For junior and senior high readers. 1993. Dinoverse RC 50463 by Scott Ciencin read by Jack Fox 2 cassettes Thirteen-year-old nerd Bertram Phillips invents a science project that accidently transports him and three other students back sixty-seven million years to the late Cretaceous age. Bertram, Mike, Candayce, and Janine have been transformed into different types of dinosaurs. Returning home is another problem. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Don't Die, My Love RC 47452 by Lurlene McDaniel read by June Carter 1 cassette High school juniors Julie and Luke have known each other for years and are in love. Luke is the star football player and Julie's father is his coach. Julie is waiting to see where Luke gets a football scholarship so she can apply to the same school. Then Luke is diagnosed with cancer. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. Don't Look and It Won't Hurt RC 50004 by Richard Peck read by Michele Schaeffer 1 cassette Carol Peterson, middle daughter of a single mother, gets the responsibilities while her older sister enjoys freedom and popularity. But Carol's difficulties also mature her so she is better able to help and understand her family. Basis for the movie Gas Food Lodging. For junior and senior high readers. 1972 Dragonshadow RC 50394 by Barbara Hambly read by Kristin Allison 2 cassettes Although Jenny Waynest returned to human form and married Lord John Aversin at the end of Dragonsbane (RC 26667), she retained some magical powers. Those abilities prove useful when dragons begin stalking the homeland--first an illusionary dragon, then a real one. Some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Elske RC 49894 by Cynthia Voigt read by Mitzi Friedlander 2 cassettes In this companion to Jackaroo (RC 23883) and others, young Elske escapes being a sacrificial virgin by fleeing the violent Volkaric, who enslaved her grandmother years earlier. Elske joins the defiant Beriel, who plans to fight her evil brother, to become Queen of the Kingdom. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Exchange Student RC 51212 by Kate Gilmore read by Erin Jones 1 cassette 2094. Daria, sixteen, is a licensed breeder of endangered species. Her family is hosting Fen, a seven-foot alien from Chela, where there have been no animals for centuries. Daria hopes Fen will share her interest in animals, and Fen does-- but for a very special reason. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Fast Sam, Cool Clyde, and Stuff RC 47033 by Walter Dean Myers read by Chuck Young 1 cassette (Reissue) When Francis moves to 116th Street, he does not know anybody. Within a year, though, he makes the best friends of his life, gets a cool nickname, lands in jail because of modern science, experiences the death of a friend, and falls in and out of love. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1975. For the Love of Venice RC 47874 by Donna Jo Napoli read by Suzanne Toren 1 cassette Seventeen-year-old Percy and his family spend the summer in Venice, Italy, where his father is designing a seawall to prevent flooding. There Percy meets beautiful Graziella, who, with her radical political friends, tries to keep tourists from overrunning the city. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Game Plan RC 47419 by Thomas J. Dygard read by Randy Davidson 1 cassette When Barton High School's football coach is hospitalized right before the final game of the season, the only one who can replace him is his student manager, Beano Hatton. Beano accepts the responsibility, knowing how much he has learned from the coach in three years. After devising a game plan, Beano's major hurdle is convincing the team to believe in him. For junior and senior high readers. 1993. Get a Life RC 47589 by Laura Peyton Roberts read by Gary Tipton 1 cassette Eight students at Clearwater Crossing High are assigned to a carnival booth to help raise funds for a schoolmate with leukemia. Although they come from diverse backgrounds and have different interests, they become close friends. Despite religious differences, Leah and Miguel even fall in love. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Girl Death Left Behind RC 49146 by Lurlene McDaniel read by Jill Fox 1 cassette When fourteen-year-old Beth's entire family is killed in a car accident, she has to live with her aunt and uncle and spoiled cousin Terri in another state. Beth misses her family and friends terribly, but with help she learns to cope while never forgetting. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. A Girl Named Summer RC 48246 by Julie Garwood read by Carol Dines 1 cassette Summer Matthews feels left out when she has to watch her little brother and grandfather all summer. At bingo, however, she meets David Marshall, her brother's swimming coach. Everything looks up until Summer lies about being a jogger, and David enters them into a race. For junior and senior high readers. 1986. Haunted Sister RC 47712 by Lael Littke read by Jill Fox 1 cassette After a car accident, fifteen-year-old Janine hovers above her body and speaks with her grandfather and her twin, Lenore--both dead for several years. When Janine is brought back to life, she realizes Lenore is inhabiting her body with her. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Heat RC 47397 by Michael Cadnum read by Carol Dines 1 cassette Bonnie, who wants a medical career in the blindness field, attends a private high school where she excels in diving. During practice, Bonnie receives a head injury that scares her more than she admits. Her world is further shaken when her divorced, arrogant, attorney father is arrested for defrauding clients. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Heavenly Village RC 50299 by Cynthia Rylant read by Phil Regensdorf 1 cassette Seven tales of recently deceased persons who are not quite ready to give up Earth and enter Heaven. God places these embodied spirits in the Heavenly Village, a wayside where they can "finish their stories" before ascending to perfect happiness. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. How I Created My Perfect Prom Date RC 49290 by Todd Strasser read by Gregory Gorton 1 cassette This companion to How I Changed My Life (RC 43121) has been made into the movie Next to You. Nicole needs a prom date and decides to transform her grungy neighbor, Chase, into a hunk. Previously titled Girl Gives Birth to Own Prom Date. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Jason's Gold RC 50201 by Will Hobbs read by Gregory Gorton 1 cassette When fifteen-year-old wanderer Jason Hawthorn decides to join the Klondike gold rush, he learns that his older brothers beat him to it. Jason spends a difficult year trying to find them, befriending writer Jack London and others along the way. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Keeping the Moon RC 49367 by Sarah Dessen read by Lindsay Ellison 2 cassettes When Colie's overweight mother, Kiki Sparks, became a fitness guru, Colie shed her excess weight too. But taunting classmates continue to shatter Colie's self-esteem, so she spends her fifteenth summer with her odd Aunt Mira and makes her first real friends. For junior and senior high readers. Some strong language. 1999. Leaving Home: Stories RC 47071 selected by Hazel Rochman and Darlene Z. McCampbell read by Chuck Young 1 cassette Sixteen coming-of-age stories that evoke the intense emotional experience of leaving home. "On the Rainy River," set in 1968 Minnesota, recounts a young man's wrenching inner struggle over the decision to report for military service in Vietnam or to flee for sanctuary in Canada. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Lefty Carmichael Has a Fit RC 50407 by Don Trembath read by Rick Rohan 1 cassette Fifteen-year-old Lefty suffers a seizure and learns he has epilepsy. If he remembers to take his medication, Lefty can probably stop the convulsions, but he remains anxious, feels odd from the drug, and doesn't like people knowing about his condition. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Loves Me, Loves Me Not RC 49076 by Anil£ Bernardo read by Laura Giannarelli 1 cassette Florida high school sophomore Maggie Castillo has two dreams: to become the girlfriend of popular Zach and to get a job in the medical field. When she is hired to help an elderly woman recover from a broken leg, Maggie is thrilled to learn the woman is Zach's grandmother. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Mine Eyes Have Seen RC 47690 by Ann Rinaldi read by Susan McInerney 2 cassettes Annie Brown, fifteen, travels to Maryland to help her father, John Brown, prepare for his raid on the U.S. arsenal at Harpers Ferry in 1859. Annie's struggle to get along with her difficult father and to understand his obsession with freeing the slaves provides a view of the lives of both father and daughter. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Murdered, My Sweet RC 46886 by Joan Lowery Nixon read by Jill Fox 1 cassette Jenny's mother is the famous mystery writer, Madeline Jakes. Madeline and her fans believe she could solve real crimes too, but Jenny has her doubts. And when they are confronted with a double murder at an elderly cousin's reunion, it's Jenny who must solve the crime. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Night Hoops RC 50476 by Carl Deuker read by Chris Parente 1 cassette Nick Abbot works hard in his backyard basketball court to make the high school varsity team. Neighbor Trent Dawson--a tough kid and dirty player--makes Nick's life miserable until they both realize that teamwork and friendship mean the difference between success and failure. For junior and senior high readers. 2000. Nobody Else Has to Know RC 50659 by Ingrid Tomey read by John Polk 1 cassette Fifteen-year-old Webb talks his doting grandfather into letting him drive and then crashes the car, seriously injuring a little girl. Later his grandfather claims to have been the driver, and Webb, not remembering the accident, at first believes him. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Oy, Joy! RC 49449 by Lucy Frank read by Jill Fox 2 cassettes Ninth grader Joy has never been on a date when elderly Uncle Max moves into her family's crowded New York apartment. His attempts to find her a boyfriend backfire, and Joy realizes that it is Uncle Max who is in need of matchmaking. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Prisoner of Time RC 47098 by Caroline B. Cooney read by Jill Fox 1 cassette In this sequel to Out of Time (RC 46221), sixteen-year-old Devonny Stratton is being forced to marry a titled Englishman in the nineteenth century. She escapes this fate by time-travelling to the 1990s. Reluctantly assisting her is the brother of the twentieth-century girl who helped Devonny's brother, Strat, in the prequel. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Queen of Attolia RC 51067 by Megan Whalen Turner read by Christopher Walker 2 cassettes In this sequel to The Thief (RC 47183), the Queen of Attolia captures Eugenides, the official thief of Eddis. Although her severe punishment nearly breaks his spirit, he continues to love her throughout the ensuing political and military intrigues. For junior and senior high readers. 2000. Reach for Tomorrow RC 50724 by Lurlene McDaniel read by Jill Fox 1 cassette Katie O'Roark is thrilled to land a summer job at a camp for children with medical problems, which she once attended-- until she discovers that her old boyfriend, Josh Martel, is also working there. But when Josh has a terrible accident, Katie prays for help. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Rebounder RC 47713 by Thomas J. Dygard read by Brian Conn 1 cassette Hamilton High's basketball coach, Doug Fulton, fantasizes each year that a superb player will transfer to his school. This year he thinks his dream has come true when he spots tall, athletic Chris Patton. But Chris denies being a basketball player until Coach Fulton learns the disturbing truth from Chris's former school. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. The Revelation of Saint Bruce RC 47710 by Tres Seymour read by Bruce Huntey 1 cassette A senior in high school, Bruce is such a straight arrow that his four close friends call him Saint Bruce. When his moral code gets his buddies suspended for drinking, Bruce is no longer sure about what is right or wrong. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Rough Waters RC 47054 by S.L. Rottman read by Phil Regensdorf 2 cassettes After their parents die in a car crash, Scott, fifteen, and Gregg, seventeen, are shocked to learn their guardian is an unknown uncle who doesn't seem thrilled to get them. The boys move to his small Colorado town where they are immediately immersed in their young uncle's white-water- rafting business. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Running Wild RC 47567 by Thomas J. Dygard read by Jim Zeiger 1 cassette Pete Holman, always in trouble, is released from police custody to Coach Wilson on the condition that Pete join the football team. Pete reluctantly agrees, knowing his incorrigible friends will mock him. But, learning he is a natural receiver, he discovers purpose and friendship in being part of the team. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Safe at Second RC 49426 by Scott Johnson read by Gary Tipton 2 cassettes High school junior Paulie's talented best friend Todd is being courted by pro baseball teams and plans to make avid baseball fan Paulie his personal assistant. When a line drive destroys Todd's eye, everyone thinks his baseball days are over--except Paulie. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Snake-Stone RC 48384 by Berlie Doherty read by David Cutler 1 cassette Fifteen-year-old James is a championship diver who may have a chance to make an Olympic team. But he suddenly sets another goal. James, adopted, wants to find his birth mother. His only clues are a scrap of paper and a snake- shaped stone. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. Snow RC 50614 by Catherine Farnes read by Martha Harmon Pardee 1 cassette Stephanie, a visually impaired albino sixteen-year-old, moves to Colorado when her divorced parents reunite. Several Christian students who attend church with her recently converted father help her adjust to her new school. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Snowfall RC 47889 by K.M. Peyton read by Patricia Kilgarriff 2 cassettes Victorian England. Facing an arranged marriage to her vicar grandfather's curate, orphaned sixteen-year-old Charlotte jumps at the chance to visit the Swiss Alps with her brother's Oxford friends. Instead of returning home, Charlotte moves to an English estate and begins an adventurous life filled with romance. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1994. Soldier's Heart: A Novel of the Civil War RC 48672 by Gary Paulsen read by Michael Kramer 1 cassette When the war starts, fifteen-year-old Charley Goddard is eager to join up with the Minnesota Volunteers. The physical and mental agonies of combat change his attitude. Some violence. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Stay True: Short Stories for Strong Girls RC 47636 edited by Marilyn Singer read by Mary Ann Nichols 2 cassettes Eleven short stories featuring adolescent girls and the dilemmas of growing up. In the title story, Molly regrets that her best friend has become boy-crazy and cool. In "Building Bridges," Bebe tries to explain to her grandmother why she wants to be an engineer. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Summer Promise RC 50281 by Robin Jones Gunn read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette Fourteen-year-old Christy Miller, a farm girl from Wisconsin, is spending the summer in California with her wealthy aunt and uncle. But dealing with the fast beach crowd leads to moral dilemmas that are only resolved when she meets a group of Christian teens. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Surprise Endings RC 50284 by Robin Jones Gunn read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette Sophomore Christy Miller hopes to make the cheerleading squad at her new school, but she faces a jealous classmate, financial problems, and complications between the two guys she's interested in. She makes a surprising decision based on her faith in God. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Swallowing Stones RC 46596 by Joyce McDonald read by Jeanne Evans 1 cassette On the fourth of July and his seventeenth birthday, Michael fires his new rifle into the air, unintentionally killing a man who is a mile away, repairing his roof. Then in alternate chapters, Michael and the dead man's daughter, Jenna, recount their reactions to the death and how it changes their lives. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Sword Song RC 49394 by Rosemary Sutcliff read by Ted Stoddard 2 cassettes Banished from his Norse village for an accidental killing, sixteen-year-old Bjarni Sigurdson becomes a Viking mercenary. In the course of his bloody exploits through England, Ireland, and Scotland, he discovers a wise mentor who directs his life in positive ways. Violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Tailchaser's Song RC 47092 by Tad Williams read by Gary Tipton 3 cassettes Young Fritti Tailchaser, an apricot-orange cat, enjoys the company of Hushpad, an attractive female. When Hushpad suddenly disappears, Tailchaser sets out on a long journey, facing unexpected dangers in order to find her. For junior and senior high readers. 1985. The Thief RC 47183 by Megan Whalen Turner read by Christopher Walker 2 cassettes Gen, who boasts he can steal anything, is in the king's prison. He is offered a chance of freedom by joining the king's scholar in trying to recover the legendary Hamiathes's Gift Stone. Gen accepts the offer but endures many psychological and physical dangers. Some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. Newbery Honor Book 1997. 1996. The Things I Did Last Summer RC 46786 by Erika Tamar read by Don Emmick 1 cassette Seventeen-year-old Andrew has agreed to spend the summer with his father's pregnant young wife at the beach. He gets a job with the local paper, but the best part is meeting Susan--an older girl who works as an au pair. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. True North: A Novel of the Underground Railroad RC 47692 by Kathryn Lasky read by Tracy Mickens-Hundley 1 cassette Narrative alternating between Bostonian Lucy Bradford and Afrika, a Virginia slave, tells how the lives of the two fourteen-year-olds were affected by the Underground Railroad. Lucy recounts her family's preparation for a wedding and her special relationship with her grandfather, while Afrika describes her difficult journey north. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Two Suns in the Sky RC 50366 by Miriam Bat-Ami read by Kristin Allison 2 cassettes A World War II refugee love story told in two voices: Adam Bornstein, a Yugoslavian Jew living in a refugee camp in Oswego, New York, and Christine Cook, a Catholic from Oswego. Both teenagers wish love could be enough to solve all their differences. For junior and senior high readers. Scott O'Dell Award. 1999. Uncle Bill: A Tale of Two Kids and a Cowboy RC 50214 by Will James read by Rick Rohan 1 cassette Ten-year-old Kip and his sister Scootie, eleven, spend the summer with their cowboy Uncle Bill at the Five Barb Ranch. The city kids, who have a lot to learn about horses and cattle, pester their uncle with questions all day long. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1932. Victor: A Novel Based on the Life of the Savage of Aveyron RC 48057 by Mordicai Gerstein read by Steven Carpenter 2 cassettes A fictional account of the capture of a wild boy in France in 1800 and attempts to civilize him. His filthy appearance, lack of clothes, and inability to speak indicate years of bare subsistence in the woods. The youth's resistance to change adds to his guardians' frustrations. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Voice on the Radio RC 47855 by Caroline B. Cooney read by June Carter 1 cassette In this sequel to Whatever Happened to Janie? (RC 38978), Janie's boyfriend, Reeve, becomes a campus radio disc jockey in Boston. In a moment of weakness, he broadcasts the story of her kidnapping. Old wounds reopen when Janie and her family learn of his betrayal. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. What Child Is This? A Christmas Story RC 47105 by Caroline B. Cooney read by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Sixteen-year-old Matt and eight-year-old Katie have both had enough of foster homes. Matt, however, dreads facing Katie's disappointment when her Christmas wish of being adopted doesn't come true. Meanwhile his classmate Liz, who appears to have the perfect family, is dismayed by her parents' hypocrisy during the holidays. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. A Whisper and a Wish RC 50282 by Robin Jones Gunn read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette When her family relocates to California, fifteen-year-old Christy Miller faces new dreams and disappointments as she decides what price she's willing to pay for making new friends. Her newfound religious faith sustains her in tough times. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Yours Forever RC 50283 by Robin Jones Gunn read by Kristin Allison 1 cassette Fifteen-year-old Christy Miller expects her friend Todd to reciprocate her romantic feelings when she sees him during Christmas vacation. But after many misunderstandings with friends and family, she begins to grasp the implications of "forever" in the context of her faith. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Zebra and Other Stories RC 47106 by Chaim Potok read by Bruce Huntey 1 cassette Six short stories titled for the teenager portrayed. In "Zebra"--a nickname--a seriously injured boy meets a one- armed artist who teaches him more than art. In "Nava," a girl realizes that just saying no to a student drug dealer is not the end of the problem. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Braille The Adventures of Blue Avenger BR 12318 by Norma Howe 2 volumes When David Schumacher turns sixteen, he changes his name to that of a comic-book character. As the Blue Avenger, David takes on a killer-bee attack on the principal, a controversial news issue, and gun control. Yet he still has time for a philosophical debate with his kindred-spirit girlfriend. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Asylum for Nightface BR 12224 by Bruce Brooks 1 volume Fourteen-year-old Zimmerman's parents are always mocking him for his religious beliefs until they join a cult while vacationing in Jamaica. When their minister decides to use him as a "poster boy" for his church, Zimmerman steals a valuable trading card in order to tarnish his reputation. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. The Baboon King BR 12792 by Anton Quintana 2 volumes Always feeling like an outsider because of his mixed Kikuyu and Masai parentage, Moreng ru "the hunter" unintentionally kills a Kikuyu. Banished from his village, Moreng ru further questions his existence while living with a troop of baboons. Some violence. For junior and senior high and older readers. Mildred L. Batchelder Award. 1998. Back of Beyond: Stories of the Supernatural BR 12236 by Sarah Ellis 1 volume Twelve stories about teenagers whose everyday existence is changed by encounters with the mysterious. In "Gore," sibling teasing over possession of a new horror book takes on an ominous tone. In "Knife," Curtis tells about a lost Swiss army knife that strangely reappears. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Backwater BR 12539 by Joan Bauer 2 volumes Sixteen-year-old Ivy Breedlove feels out of place in her family of opinionated attorneys. While helping an elderly relative compile a family history, Ivy sees similarities between herself and a reclusive aunt who lives in the Adirondacks. Ivy sets out to find her mysterious aunt. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Breaking Rank BR 12640 by Kristen D. Randle 2 volumes Some boys at Casey's high school belong to the Clan. Silent and dressed in black, they eschew schoolwork, while secretly receiving an alternate education. When one member flouts the Clan by taking honors classes with his tutor Casey, the two develop an unexpected relationship. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Broken Chords BR 12283 by Barbara Snow Gilbert 1 volume When Clara Lorenzo was only three, her parents--who both excelled in musical careers--recognized her talent at the piano and found her the best teacher. Now seventeen, Clara is poised to win a coveted scholarship competition when she begins to doubt her passion for the piano. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Burning Up BR 12234 by Caroline B. Cooney 2 volumes Macey and her friends almost die in a fire while volunteering in an inner-city church and later discover an older incident in 1959 that was aimed at the town's first African American teacher. Macey becomes inspired to change her community. Some violence and some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Canterbury Tales BR 12357 retold by Geraldine McCaughrean 1 volume Thirteen of Geoffrey Chaucer's tales are retold in modern language. A group of pilgrims on their way to Canterbury Cathedral entertain themselves by telling stories. For junior and senior high readers. 1984. Champagne at Risk BR 13213 by Joan Lowery Nixon and Kathleen Nixon Brush 1 volume Stacy Champagne, head of security at her family's Silver Ridge Hotel, is concerned about the mystery writers' award dinner being held there. Last year, at another hotel, the award check was stolen. But Stacy soon has bigger problems-- a writer is murdered. Grade 1 braille. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Champagne at the Murder BR 13211 by Joan Lowery Nixon and Kathleen Nixon Brush 1 volume Stacy Champagne returns to her family's Colorado hotel when the town is threatened by Will Knight, who wants to reopen the silver mine. After Knight is murdered at the hotel, Stacy works with Deputy Gonzales sorting through suspects. Grade 1 braille. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Champagne with a Corpse BR 13212 by Joan Lowery Nixon and Kathleen Nixon Brush 2 volumes Stacy Champagne, new chief of security at her family's Colorado hotel, discovers a corpse during a museum fund- raiser. As Stacy investigates with her fianc‚, Deputy Gonzales, they realize many townspeople had motive to commit the murder. Grade 1 braille. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. Darkness, Be My Friend BR 12596 by John Marsden 2 volumes In this sequel to A Killing Frost (BR 11739) teenagers Homer, Lee, Kevin, Fi, and Ellie try to lead normal lives in New Zealand. But when Colonel Finley asks them to return to Australia to fight the invaders, they reluctantly agree, hoping to find their families. Some violence. For junior and senior high and older readers.1996. A Face in Every Window BR 13030 by Han Nolan 2 volumes After the death of the grandmother who held the family together, fifteen-year-old JP O'Brien is left with his mentally challenged father and free-spirited mother, who decides to change their lives. When she wins an old farmhouse in an essay contest, an assortment of outcasts moves in. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Frenchtown Summer BR 12623 by Robert Cormier 1 volume Free-verse vignettes of a long-ago summer when Eugene was twelve, living in a small town. Recalls how his mother filled their tenement with good cooking smells and how Eugene wondered if his father loved him. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Gone from Home: Short Takes BR 12584 by Angela Johnson 1 volume Twelve short stories about quirky characters who are in need of help. "By the Time You Read This" sounds like a suicide note, but turns out to be a thank-you letter. In "Sweetness" a neglected child of a church-absorbed mother commits crimes for attention. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Head above Water BR 13124 by S.L. Rottman 2 volumes High school junior Skye is on the swim team and looks after her older brother, Sunny, who has Down syndrome, while their single mother works two jobs. When popular Mike begins dating Skye, she has to be devious to find the time. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Heavenly Village BR 13128 by Cynthia Rylant 1 volume Seven tales of recently deceased persons who are not quite ready to give up Earth and enter Heaven. God places these embodied spirits in the Heavenly Village, a wayside where they can "finish their stories" before ascending to perfect happiness. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. Jason's Gold BR 12786 by Will Hobbs 2 volumes When fifteen-year-old wanderer Jason Hawthorn decides to join the Klondike gold rush, he learns that his older brothers beat him to it. Jason spends a difficult year trying to find them, befriending writer Jack London and others along the way. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. Kissing Doorknobs BR 12306 by Terry Spencer Hesser 1 volume When she is eleven years old, Tara Sullivan begins to hear voices compelling her to repeat certain behaviors over and over. Tara drives her parents and friends to distraction, but until she meets another sufferer years later, she doesn't know she has obsessive-compulsive disorder and can be treated. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Letters from Vinnie BR 13151 by Maureen Stack Sapp‚y 2 volumes Fictionalized life account of sculptress Vinnie Ream as told through letters to her friend. In 1861 thirteen-year-old Vinnie moves to Washington, D.C. She later convinces President Lincoln to pose for her, resulting in the commission for the noted Capitol building statue. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. Moving as One: Heart Beats, Volume 1 BR 12535 by Elizabeth M. Rees 2 volumes Pennsylvania high school junior Sophy Bartlett realizes her plans to be a ballerina are in jeopardy when the Ballet Academy has to close for financial reasons. But she also hates the alternative: Carlos Vargas's suggestion that the institution should merge with the ballroom dance school he attends. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Necessary Roughness BR 12549 by Marie G. Lee 2 volumes Korean-American teenager Chan Kim and his twin sister, Young, work hard to be assimilated into their new high school after their father moves the family from L.A. to rural Minnesota. Chan switches from soccer to football to gain acceptance, but then tragedy strikes the family. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Prejudice: Stories about Hate, Ignorance, Revelation, and Transformation BR 12101 edited by Daphne Muse 2 volumes Short stories and excerpts from novels dealing with prejudice of many types. In "Only Approved Indians Can Play," a basketball team forfeits a game because of some players' ethnic identity. In "White Trash," a poor girl with an accent is ostracized. Some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. The Queen of Attolia BR 13222 by Megan Whalen Turner 2 volumes In this sequel to The Thief (BR 11285), the Queen of Attolia captures Eugenides, the official thief of Eddis. Although her severe punishment nearly breaks his spirit, he continues to love her throughout the ensuing political and military intrigues. For junior and senior high readers. 2000. Running Wild BR 11997 by Thomas J. Dygard 1 volume Pete Holman, always in trouble, is released from police custody to Coach Wilson on the condition that Pete join the football team. Pete reluctantly agrees, knowing his incorrigible friends will mock him. But, learning he is a natural receiver, he discovers purpose and friendship in being part of the team. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. The Singing Mountain BR 13137 by Sonia Levitin 2 volumes While traveling in Israel, eighteen-year-old Mitch Green discovers a sense of fulfillment that his family fails to appreciate. When his mother and orphaned cousin, Carlie, come from California to visit Mitch, a tragic event occurs that bonds the two cousins. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Sirena BR 12571 by Donna Jo Napoli 1 volume Appalled at the thought of luring hapless sailors to their deaths with a siren song, mermaid Sirena abandons her sisters to live on the island of Lemnos. There she nurses the marooned Philoctetes back to health before he meets his heroic fate in the Trojan War. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Soldier's Heart: A Novel of the Civil War BR 12076 by Gary Paulsen 1 volume When the war starts, fifteen-year-old Charley Goddard is eager to join up with the Minnesota Volunteers. The physical and mental agonies of combat change his attitude. Some violence. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Stargirl BR 12801 by Jerry Spinelli 1 volume When formerly home-schooled tenth-grader Stargirl enters Mica High School, her classmates shun her as an eccentric. Her boyfriend, Leo, urges her to stop playing the ukulele and conform, so she'll fit in. He learns only too late that popularity isn't what matters most. For junior and senior high readers. 2000. Summer Promise BR 13127 by Robin Jones Gunn 2 volumes Fourteen-year-old Christy Miller, a farm girl from Wisconsin, is spending the summer in California with her wealthy aunt and uncle. But dealing with the fast beach crowd leads to moral dilemmas that are only resolved when she meets a group of Christian teens. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Surprise Endings BR 13126 by Robin Jones Gunn 1 volume Sophomore Christy Miller hopes to make the cheerleading squad at her new school, but she faces a jealous classmate, financial problems, and complications between the two guys she's interested in. Based on her faith in God, she makes a surprising decision. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Take It Easy BR 12541 by David Hill 1 volume New Zealand. Rob Kennedy, still mourning his mother's passing, joins five other teenagers for a week-long hike through rugged mountains. But when they wake up one morning, their adult guide is dead. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. To JayKae: Life Stinx BR 13111 by Jean Davies Okimoto 2 volumes Sixteen-year-old Jason misses Thao, the girl he wishes he were more than friends with (and who recently moved to California). Now his father says he's remarrying, and Jason soon has a new stepbrother--a good-looking athlete. Jason takes refuge in an online romance. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Tree of Bells BR 12697 by Jean Thesman 2 volumes Seattle, 1922. When a storm fells The Ornament Tree (BR 11448) outside the Deveraux boarding house, it is replaced with a tree that house residents decorate with bells to symbolize their hopes. Clare, sixteen, wonders about her future until she rescues an abused young boy. For junior and senior high readers. 1999. The Umbrella Man and Other Stories BR 12388 by Roald Dahl 2 volumes Thirteen short stories with surprise twist endings. In the title piece, a British gentleman sells his silk umbrella for mere taxi fare to a mother and daughter in a heavy downpour. When he doesn't hail a cab, they follow him to find out why. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1996. A Whisper and a Wish BR 13118 by Robin Jones Gunn 1 volume When her family relocates to California, fifteen-year-old Christy Miller faces new dreams and disappointments as she decides what price she's willing to pay for making new friends. Her newfound religious faith sustains her in tough times. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Young Oxford Book of Nasty Endings BR 12696 edited by Dennis Pepper 2 volumes Thirty-four scary short stories with mysterious or unnerving endings by authors such as Roald Dahl, Ramsey Campbell, E. Nesbit, T.H. White, and Ray Bradbury. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Yours Forever BR 13132 by Robin Jones Gunn 1 volume Fifteen-year-old Christy Miller expects her friend Todd to reciprocate her romantic feelings when she sees him during Christmas vacation. But after many misunderstandings with friends and family, she begins to grasp the implications of "forever" in the context of her faith. For junior and senior high readers. 1998.