spring/summer 2011 recent releases — young & middle grade

FALL 2011 NEW RELEASES — YOUNG ADULT
INHERITANCE
by Christopher Paolini; read by Gerard Doyle
The highly anticipated conclusion to the
worldwide bestselling Inheritance cycle.
Not so very long ago, Eragon—Shadeslayer,
Dragon Rider—was nothing more than a poor farm
boy, and his dragon, Saphira, only a blue stone in
the forest. Now the fate of an entire civilization rests
on their shoulders. But can they topple the evil king
and restore justice to Alagaësia?
Praise for Narrator Gerard Doyle:
“Gerard Doyle’s performance takes the excitement
and high fantasy of the story to dragon-soaring
heights…Doyle handles Paolini’s fantasy language
with ease and style, reminding the listener that some books improve when
matched with a sympathetic, talented narrator.”—AudioFile
“In a crystal clear British accent, the talented Doyle tackles the tricky prose—
packed with words of Paolini’s invention—with ear-pleasing confidence and
grace.”—Booklist
22 CDs • 978-0-7393-7250-0 • $60.00 • On Sale: Nov.
Interest Level: Grades 7-12 • approx. 28 hrs.
See page 99 for more The Inheritance Cycle
UNLEASHED
Wolf Springs Chronicles
by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguié; reader tba
The New York Times bestselling authors of the
Wicked series have created an entirely new
trilogy that harnesses the passion of Twilight.
Katelyn is an outsider who’s drawn into a paranormal
world of feuding werewolf clans. The myths
and legends of terrifying historical werewolves are
gathered into the histories of three major werewolf
clans at war with each other. A war that Katelyn is
destined to end.
Praise for Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguié:
“Writing is taut and evocative...”—Booklist
“I thoroughly hope we see more collaborations from Nancy Holder and
Debbie Viguié in the future.”—The Book Bag
8 CDs • 978-0-3079-4217-3 • $40.00 • On Sale: Dec.
Interest Level: Grades 7-12 • approx. 9 hrs.
THE DEATH CURE
by James Dashner; read by Mark Deakins
New York Times bestseller James Dashner delivers
an exciting dystopian world full of action in
the final book of the Maze Runner Trilogy.
WICKED says the time for lies is over and that
they must rely on the Gladers, with full memories
restored. But WICKED doesn’t know Thomas has
remembered far more than they think and he
knows he can’t trust WICKED. The truth is more
dangerous than Thomas could ever imagine.
Praise for Narrator Mark Deakins:
“Deakins shows his skill by providing each of the
speakers with a distinctive accent. Listeners will be eagerly awaiting the conclusion
to this trilogy.”—AudioFile
“Mark Deakins turns James Dashner’s thrilling and suspenseful novel into a
nail-biting audiobook. Fans of the first title will not be disappointed and will
eagerly await the conclusion to the trilogy.”—School Library Journal
10 CDs • 978-0-3077-0697-3 • $48.00 • On Sale: Oct.
Interest Level: Grades 7-12 • approx. 11 hrs. 30 mins.
See page 74 for more James Dashner
“Each Listening Library audiobook is a production of excellence,
containing sounds that transport listeners into a rich literary
experience and give every reader a precious gift; the natural
human connection with the voice of the storyteller.”
—Mary Burkey, Teacher-Librarian and Past Chair of Odyssey
Award for Excellence in Audiobook Production Committee
FOX AND PHOENIX
by Beth Bernobich; reader tba
Featuring ghost dragons, magic phones, royal
intrigue, and a treacherous journey.
In Lóng City, the old king is dying. When the
terrifying king of the ghost dragons orders Kai to
notify the absent princess about her father’s illness,
he does not refuse. Kai and his best friend, work
together to bring the princess home and, they
hope, save the king’s life.
Advance Praise for FOX AND PHOENIX:
“One cool, lively, exciting book set in a unique new
world—more, please!”
—Tamora Pierce, bestselling fantasy author
7 CDs • 978-0-3079-4170-1 • $37.00 • On Sale: Oct.
Interest Level: Grades 7-12 • approx. 8 hrs.
MASTIFF
The Legend of Beka Cooper, Book 3
by Tamora Pierce; read by Susan Danaker
This final book will satisfy Tamora Pierce’s
legion of fans as well as new listeners.
Beka Cooper is a full-fledged Dog now, but it
hasn’t made her job with the law-enforcing
Provost’s Guard any easier. In this adventure she’ll
need all her resources, from her bare-knuckled
fighting skills to her suspiciously intelligent cat.
Praise for The Legend of Beka Cooper:
“The heavy dialect makes it easier to listen to
the book than to read it. Pierce fans will eagerly
await the next installment.”—School Library Journal
15 CDs • 978-0-3079-4174-9 • $63.00 • On Sale: Oct.
Interest Level: Grades 7-12 • approx. 18 hrs.
See page 36 for more Beka Cooper titles
NOTHING
by Janne Teller; translated from the Dutch
Edition by Martin Aitken; reader tba
This is a provocative existential novel.
Pierre has decided there is no meaning to life, so
he climbs a tree, and stays there. Pierre’s friends set
out to build a heap of meaning. But when each person
cannot give up what is most meaningful, they
begin to decide for one another what each must
give up. As each demand becomes more extreme,
things start taking a very morbid twist.
Praise for NOTHING:
★“Indelible, elusive, and timeless, this uncompromising
novel has all the marks of a classic.”—Booklist, starred review
★“Quietly and without fanfare, the students’ adventure develops into one that
rivals Lord of the Flies for horror.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Printz Honor
Batchelder Honor
3 CDs • 978-0-3079-4238-8 • $27.00 • On Sale: Sept.
Interest Level: Grades 9-12 • approx. 3 hrs. 30 mins.
ALMOST PERFECT
by Brian Katcher; reader tba
This Stonewall Award Winner is a compulsive
listen and one-of-a-kind love story.
Logan feels alone and unloved until a new student,
Sage, arrives at his school. As Logan discovers
more about Sage’s past he realizes that there’s more
to her than he ever expected. Enraged, frightened,
and feeling betrayed, Logan lashes out at Sage and
disowns her. Can they rebuild their friendship?
Praise for ALMOST PERFECT:
★“Katcher flawlessly channels the worried and confused
voice of a straight teenage boy in this honest and uncompromising take
on transgender love.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“A remarkably ‘clean’ book dealing with sexuality and identity...it is a first
purchase for all high school collections, and could easily be given to middle
school readers.”—School Library Journal
Stonewall Children’s and Young Adult Book Award
5 CDs • 978-0-3079-4229-6 • $30.00 • On Sale: Sept.
Interest Level: Grades 9-12 • approx. 6 hrs. 5