Young Adult

Led by the author

The Secret Life of Miss Mary Bennet

What if our favorite Jane Austen characters solved mysteries? What kind of fun (and trouble) would they get into? Whether you’re new to Jane Austen’s characters or they’re familiar friends, now you can find out – and meet and chat with the author of the book herself!

The Magician’s Nephew

What if you could travel between different worlds through magic rings? When Digory and his new friend, Polly, are convinced by Uncle Andrew to test out the rings that he made from fairy dust, the two find themselves caught up in an adventure with talking animals, destroyed worlds, and brand new creation.

The Giver

What is a “perfect world?” In Jonas’s home, "perfect" means no pain, no sadness, no loss—and everyone has a role to fulfill, so there’s no suffering or conflict. But is that kind of world good?

Ranger's Apprentice Book 1: The Ruins of Gorlan

As long as he can remember, 15-year-old Will has been ready for his choosing ceremony – he is going to be a knight and attend Battleschool! However, when Will and the other castle wards stand before the school masters, Will’s dreams are quickly shattered… but suddenly, the mysterious Ranger Halt steps forward and whispers in the Baron’s ear.

Howl’s Moving Castle

What if castles could suddenly appear? Or move altogether? What if a witch could turn you into an old lady? Or a dog? Join Sophie Hatter, the eldest of three sisters, as her world is turned upside down. After an encounter with the Witch of the Waste, Sophie is transformed into an old lady. Does this transformation give Sophie the freedom she’s always longed for? When she seeks shelter in the Wizard Howl’s magical moving castle, she learns that he has his own demons to face. Sophie finds herself pulled into a twisty adventure—and along the way, learns that you can’t always trust first impressions!

Castle in the Air

What if castles could suddenly appear? Or move altogether? What if a witch could turn you into an old lady? Or a dog? Join Sophie Hatter, the eldest of three sisters, as her world is turned upside down. After an encounter with the Witch of the Waste, Sophie is transformed into an old lady. Does this transformation give Sophie the freedom she’s always longed for? When she seeks shelter in the Wizard Howl’s magical moving castle, she learns that he has his own demons to face. Sophie finds herself pulled into a twisty adventure—and along the way, learns that you can’t always trust first impressions!

House of Many Ways

What happens when a young bookworm gets caught up in an adventure that she can only imagine happening in one of her books? Join our story’s hero, 13-year-old Charmain Baker, as she agrees to house-sit for her great-uncle, and quickly learns the house is more than she expected! Will she find any time to read, or will she have to put her favorite books aside to go on her own adventure? Don’t worry, Howl and Sophie (our heroes from the series) are around for this story, too!

Show Me a Sign

Does your middle school student love historical fiction? Do they love learning about the early days of the USA? Then this book club will be a great experience, to learn about a little-known and fascinating piece of American history! Join Mary Lambert, a young girl living on Martha’s Vineyard, a community with about 50% of its population being Deaf in the early 1800s. Mary’s just like any other girl her age—she helps her mother in the kitchen and does other chores around the farm—but her favorite thing to do is go on walks and create stories!