Williston Park Public Library Teen Blog

Check out these latest arrivals in the YA section:

American Beauty: An A-List Novel by Zoey Dean
In this seventh novel in the popular A-List series, it's time for graduation, which means saying goodbye to high school and lots of celebrating! But Anna is worried about her distant boyfriend, Sam wants to win Eduardo back, and Cammie just wants to find out the truth about her mother's death.

Chicks With Sticks: Knit Two Together by Elizabeth Lenhard
In this sequel to Chicks With Sticks: It's a Purl Thing, Scottie now has a relationship with a new guy, Amanda is having problems, Tay is as rebellious as ever, and Bella thinks she doesn't need a boyfriend. Are these girls' friendships as tight as ever, or will boys ruin it all? Just how close is this knitting circle of friends?

Get Hooked: Simple Steps to Crochet Cool Stuff by Kim Werker
Learn how to crochet the coolest stuff, including friendship wrist cuffs, a sushi roll pillow, fingerless gloves (punk version), fingerless gloves (prom version), a black beret with a red heart, or even a pleated miniskirt!

O-Parts Hunter: Volume 1 by Seishi Kishimoto
In this manga/graphic novel, there are ancient, powerful relics called O-Parts, and people with special powers who can control these relics, who are called O-Parts Technicians (O.P.T.s). Can Jio, a young boy with a tragic past, hunt down the O-Parts with his friend, Ruby? Will they become great treasure hunters and become the most powerful O.P.T.s of all?

Fiske Real College Essays That Work by Edward B. Fiske and Bruce G. Hammond
This book contains a collection of 109 college essays, with tips on how to write a great essay for your college application. Learn how to write the college application essay that lets your best self shine through!