New SLJ Blog.
School Library Journal has a new blog for teen librarians to explore. It is called “Adult Books 4 Teens.” Along with bibliographic information, the bloggers give some information on a personal level about the title. Then they give a good review, covering plot as well as why they believe it will appeal to teens. To view the blog go to
SLJ and click on the word “Blogs” listed across the top of the page. This gives you a drop-down menu to find “Adult Books 4 Teens.” Hope you find it helpful!
I just finished
The Fast and the Furriest by Andy Behrens. It introduces us to a 12-year-old couch potato, Kevin, and his likewise-minded dog, Cromwell. Athletics do not go well for Kevin even though his father is a famous former player for the Chicago Bears. While clicking through the channels one day, Kevin happens on a televised dog agility trial. Cromwell sits up, watches, and suddenly becomes a fanatic, even trying to jump through the tire swing in the backyard and getting stuck. After deceiving his parents, Kevin and Cromwell begin agility classes, where the dog crashes into the obstacles and Kevin trips over the leash and equipment. Cromwell is not going to give up. Includes humor and finding one’s abilities. — And is dog agility a sport, or not?
(The Nebraska Library Commission receives free copies of children’s and young adult books for review from a number of publishers. After review, the books are distributed free to Nebraska school and public libraries.)
