Thank you all for being supportive of the Lip Gloss Chronicles series this past year. It was a fun series to write. Because of your support, there’s a third book in the series. Britney, Jasmine & Sierra will be back in Paper Thin at the end of January 2010.
This will be my last post until 2010 so Merry Christmas All and Happy New Year!
5 Questions with YA Author Shelia M Goss
Shelia Goss gained success writing women’s fiction but decided to take a plunge into the young adult market earlier this year with the popular Urban series – The Lip Gloss Chronicles.
To read the interview, go to http://www.chicklitteens.com/2009/11/guest-post-shelia-m-goss.html
6 Tips for Parents:Encouraging Your Teen to Read
As parents or guardians, finding ways to encourage your teenager to read may be difficult but it’s not an impossible task. To read the tips, go to: http://www.rawsistaz.com/articles-workshops/6-tips-for-parentsencouraging-your-teen-to-read-by-shelia-m-goss/
The soundtrack album will be available November 23rd, and the movie, whose action takes place in New Orleans and the Louisiana bayou, will open in theatres on December 11th. In addition to Ne-Yo’s contribution, ‘The Princess and the Frog’ Soundtrack boosts a colorful collection of original songs and a lively orchestral score, both composed and conducted by Randy Newman.
‘The Princess and the Frog’ Soundtrack
Walt Disney Records
Available Everywhere on November 23rd!
I was recently interviewed for the Teen Urban Fiction website.
What are a few “adult” urban fiction books that you would suggest for teens to read?
Due to the fact that there are now many teen urban fiction books available, I would suggest that teens read teen fiction instead of books meant for adults.
To read the entire interview, click here.
Last week I visited three local libraries. I encourage everyone to utilize the services your local library has to offer–for teens and adults.
Me Surrounded by Job Corp Fall 2009 Students
Tuesday, I visited Mooretown Branch Library and got a chance to speak with a group of 5th graders. They were a captive audience and I enjoyed listening to their short stories at the end of our activity. Ms. Sudds put together a wonderful program and I hope they are encouraged to read more.
Wednesday, I stopped by the Atkins Branch Library. Ms. Parson (see picture below) has a program called “Teen Life Skills” and on this particular day, I spoke with a group of young men and women from Job Corps (see picture above & below).
Thursday, I spoke with the librarian Ms. Jackson and a group of young ladies at the Cedar Grove library. We talked about internet safety and of course books.
These three librarians are real good with young people so I want to encourage others to check out their local libraries and don’t be afraid to ask questions if you can’t find a book on the shelf.
