February 2014

   
 

Black History Month is celebrated each February, and this year's observance is dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the landmark 1964 Civil Rights Act. Help your young patrons learn about this important legislation, along with significant contributions by African Americans throughout history. Look in this issue of News and Reviews for the Youth Librarian for reading recommendations along with news on the latest releases in books, audio, and other media.

Author Interview
Bestselling author Brandon Mull, creator of the Fablehaven and Beyonders series, discusses his writing career and his new book Sky Raiders—the first in a brand-new series. Read More

Book Reviews
From animal rescue stories to serious matters such as Juneteenth and fractals to just-for-fun topics such as painting fingernails and inventing excuses for not doing homework, Ingram's specialists provide book reviews for all areas of your collection. Read More

Media Recommendations
2013 Academy Award® nominees come to video this month, including Gravity starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney, nominated for 10 Oscars® including Best Motion Picture (View Young Adult Video titles); and Disney's Frozen, nominated for Best Animated Feature Film of the Year. (View Juvenile Video titles). The new release Wadjda is only available as a Blu-ray/DVD Combo. New in Music this month: the phenomenal One Direction is back with their new album, Midnight Memories (View Youth Music titles).

Forthcoming Audiobooks
March 2014 CD Youth
March 2014 MP3 Youth