I've spent the 24 hours thinking about my experience this weekend. That and sleeping. I've done a lot of sleeping. I read a lot of cool books and checked out some blogs written by some pretty awesome readers and advocates of youth fiction. I've already mentioned my epiphany regarding audio books. Apart from that, these are the three books that stick with me the most from this weekend.
My all around favorite - Cress by Marissa Meyer
I've absolutely loved each book in the Lunar Chronicles and this was certainly no exception. Meyer has created an amazing, complex world peopled by dynamic characters. I can't wait for book 4 and the twists and new stories she'll integrate in that one.
The surprise - I Funny by James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein
I didn't have very high hopes for this one so I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. If Patterson's Middle School series is anything like this one I can see why our young patrons enjoy them so much.
The most thought provoking - Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Saenz
Talk about a book that wants you to think. Consider your place in the universe, it says. Find your place in your life and you'll understand everything. And it's got beautiful, almost pastoral, scenes.
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