We Hear the Dead by Dianne Salerni May 2010

Maggie and Katie are sisters and may or may not be communicating with the dead. They both agree it started as harmless prank that then exploded into something too big for them to handle. We Hear the Dead is a wonderful ghost story that will keep you up late past your bed time wondering who really is telling the truth. $9.99

Toads and Diamonds by Heather Tomlinson April 2010

Dirbani and Tana are sisters. Their father has passed away and has left them struggling to simply eat. This is a drastic change from their accustomed lifestyle being jewel traders. Dirbani must now go to the village well to fetch water for the family where she meets a goddess. She is granted the remarkable gift of when she speaks precious jewels and flowers drop from her lips. Tana follows her sisters actions hoping to be blessed as well but she finds that when she speaks toads and snakes fall from her lips. The two are separated from one another for their safety. They each must seek their own answers and soon discover that blesses and curses are not so black and white. $16.99

Incarceron by Catherine Fisher February 2010

Incarceron is a prison that has been sealed off for centuries. This prison is unlike any other and for most is the only life that exists, there is no outside. According to the legend only one man has ever escaped. Finn believes he came from outside and wants to be the next to escape. Claudia is from the outside and her father is the Warden of Incarceron. She also believes Finn is from the outside and may have even been someone of great importance. Somehow they must help one another escape the fate that has been set in place for them. This book is refreshingly original with a wonderful blend of steam punk and gothic fantasy. $17.99

Cupcake by Charise Mericle Harper
January 2010

Adorable and it includes the recipe to make deliciously plain vanilla cupcakes with frosting!

All Kinds of Families by Mary Ann Hoberman
August 2009

The message in this book is so very important for everyone and the illustrations are amazingly cute!

Prophecy of the Sisters by Michelle Zink August 2009

A beautiful and mysterious fairytale that I could not put down. With a beautiful biblical reference and a wonderful good-overcomes-evil tale, this book is sure to keep you reading into all hours of the night. This dark Gothic story has a delightfully hopeful side that you can't help but love. The main character Lia takes you on a journey of discovery, love, loss, and what it means to grow up. She left me with wanting more and dying for a sequel. $17.99

Bad Girls Don't Die by Kate Alender April 2009

Alexis is living your typical dysfunctional high school life. Her twelve-year old sister Kasey who is doll-crazy and equally annoying is making it a little bit more difficult for her. Especially once the sweet and innocent girl doesn’t seem to resemble her sister anymore.

You will fall in love with Alexis from the very first moment when you meet her outside taking pictures in the middle of the night. You will adore Kasey who wins you over through your laughter and heart. This is an amazing, suspenseful, page turner that will keep you up all night with that creepy tingling on the back of your neck. $15.99

Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr May 2007

Wonderfully unique and charming! This is just one of those YA titles that when it is finally released you jump for joy because the story is so refreshinginly edgy. I want to hand this to every teen girl coming through our door at Anderson's. Perfect for Twilight fans and those who were hoping to get more out of the series. This romantic fantasy was alluring and elegant. You will be begging for more and luckily the sequel will soon be out!