Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors12 Feb 2013
by Kamilah Cole ‧ RELEASE DATE: today A magical roller coaster of a story. In the island kingdom of Coventry, a teen orphan seizes the opportunity to avenge the loss of her family.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors12 Feb 2013
by Leslie Vedder ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Get swept away. It’s a longstanding axiom that things never work out between a pirate and a mermaid.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors12 Feb 2013
by Lila Hazell ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Two romances in one—but lacking in much-needed cohesion. When high school senior Willa Taylor comes into an inheritance, her decision to accept it (or not)...
Kirkus Reviewsby Finalists About the Kirkus Prize12 Feb 2013
by E.G. Young ‧ RELEASE DATE: today A gorgeously creative debut, weaving life, grief, and the spirit of friendship into a tour-de-force.
Kirkus Reviewsby Finalists About the Kirkus Prize12 Feb 2013
by Kaela Rivera ; illustrated by Kaela Rivera ‧ RELEASE DATE: yesterday Melds scary thrills with heartfelt emotional insights. Two brothers find their way out of the woods and back to each other.
Kirkus Reviewsby Finalists About the Kirkus Prize12 Feb 2013
by Matt Myklusch ; illustrated by Onofrio Orlando ; color by Antonino Ulizzi ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Entertaining and action-packed.
Kirkus Reviewsby Finalists About the Kirkus Prize12 Feb 2013
by Michèle Fischels ; illustrated by Michèle Fischels ; translated by Thomas Mauer ‧ RELEASE DATE: yesterday An introspective, beautifully illustrated, and inspiring story.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors21 Jul 2012
by Eoin Colfer & Andrew Donkin ; illustrated by Giovanni Rigano ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Deliberate, detailed storycraft offers an enduringly affecting portrait of life in wartime.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors19 Jun 2012
by Mark Binder ‧ RELEASE DATE: today A hybrid of humor and horror that shows young readers both real fear and real friendship.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors26 May 2012
by Victor Davis Hanson ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Trumpite hagiography. A paean to all things Trump. “Whatever the final assessment of Trump’s second term, his achievement in recovering from ignominy...
Kirkus Reviewsby Finalists About the Kirkus Prize26 May 2012
by Tom Rosenstiel ‧ RELEASE DATE: today A mostly productive roadmap for rejuvenating journalism in a fast-moving, fragmented world. How newspeople can save their profession.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors1 May 2012
by Michael Rex ; illustrated by Michael Rex ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Likely to have youngsters on their feet, strutting their stuff. Two dogs step into the spotlight.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors13 Apr 2012
by Sarah Van Goethem ‧ RELEASE DATE: today A not-too-scary, well-paced gothic mystery with a dose of environmental activism.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors27 Mar 2012
by Camilla Sten & Viveca Sten ; translated by A.A. Prime ‧ RELEASE DATE: today A strong sequel that deepens the danger and heightens the tension.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors17 Oct 2011
by Dani Jansen ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Strong, relatable character studies. Eighth graders navigate school drama in Nova Scotia while bonding over concern for a mistreated dog.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors17 Oct 2011
by Tiffany Golden ; illustrated by Tiffany Golden ‧ RELEASE DATE: today A touching look at the bonds of sisterhood.
Kirkus Reviewsby Finalists About the Kirkus Prize13 Oct 2011
by Neil deGrasse Tyson & Lindsey Nyx Walker ‧ RELEASE DATE: Sept. 15, 2026 Any curious earthling will want to devour this.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors14 Sept 2011
edited by Aida Salazar ‧ RELEASE DATE: today The distinct rhythm of Latine music and culture hums through this vibrant verse collection.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors3 Sept 2011
by Dana Killion ‧ RELEASE DATE: Sept. 10, 2026 A well-meaning, supportive guide to post-traumatic growth that relies too much on the author’s own personal experiences.
Kirkus Reviewsby Kirkus Prize Winners; Finalists About the Kirkus Prize Jurors19 Jul 2011
by Claire Powell ; illustrated by Claire Powell ‧ RELEASE DATE: today Feathers fly and beaks are askew in this peppy continuation of a fun series.
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