Our Young Adult shelves are bursting with titles!   Always know that we are open to your suggestions as well!  You know best what you like to read!  We even have Wii games for check out! 

Jot down titles that you would like in our collection on a sticky note from the jar on the teen shelves and we will do our best to get them for you!

Activities are offered specifically for teens.  Be sure to check our calendar.

Books recommended by PCL teens:

Looking for a good book? Check out these reviews from some of our Teen Summer Reading Club members:

• Mates, Dates and Designer Divas by Cathy Hopkins – When Nesta meets Simon, she is completely smitten. She is competing for his affections with a girl who has designer everything. And when Nesta’s family goes into money conservative mode, she finds it hard to keep up. A great read, full of laughs and drama. Submitted by Alycia Gerber
• In Harm’s Way by Doug Stanton – A traumatic portrayal of loss and the fight for survival. At first it may seem difficult to get through, but stick with it and you’ll be thoroughly into this story of what war really is. Submitted by Alise Shurly
• Cut by Patricia McCormick – Puts one inside the mind of a troubled teen; a grim psychological read. It’s an excellent choice for someone who’s interested in books on psychological struggles. Submitted by Alise Shurly.
• The Midnight Palace by Carlos Ruiz Zafón – Written in the style of a gifted story-teller – both interesting and smoothly written. Keeps you going all the way through. Submitted by Alise Shurly.
• Shine by Lauren Myracle – Beautifully written – gritty portrayal of human suffering and the struggle to find light in a world of dark. It’s a fast read and highly recommended. Submitted by Alise Shurly.
• Delirium by Lauren Oliver – A great way to pass time – it’s not terribly deep, but fast paced and interesting. I suggest reading it to anyone who’s looking for a quick, easy book. Submitted by Alise Shurly.
• Divergent by Veronica Roth – A super fast read, interesting, action-packed dystopian thriller. Recommended for lovers of fantasy/ science fiction. Submitted by Alise Shurly.
• Cut by Patricia McCormick – The book was very detailed and it was quite realistic. The setting never moved from the hospital however (expect for one scene) and parts were boring but it was interesting and inspirational and a good look into the life of a teenager struggling with SI. Submitted by Lara Shurly.
• Shine by Lauren Myracle – Surprisingly well written and very interesting. I didn’t want it to end. It was great, it was deep and beautifully written. Submitted by Lara Shurly.
• The Throne of Fire by Rick Riordan – In this thrilling sequel to The Red Pyramid, Carter and Sadie Kane are attempting to awaken the Egyptian sun god, Ra, so he can save the world from Chaos and his arch-enemy Aphosis. The elements of this cliffhanger are extremely engaging as Carter and Sadie narrate their story through mythology. Submitted by Alycia Gerber.
• I read the book called Shelia the Great. It was by Judy Blume. This is what the story was about, Shelia and her family decide to spend the summer in the country. And it all goes wrong for Shelia. Submitted by Taylor King.
• I read the book called The Series of Unfortunate Events. It is by Lemony Snicket. It was about 3 orphans whose mom and dad die. And an appearance of a person they had never wanted to see again. Submitted by Taylor King,
• Flygirl by Sherri  Smith – Flygirl was about a colored girl who dreamed to fly a plane her entire life until she finally got into the WASP. She had to ride that she was colored though. Submitted by Avery King.
• We Were Here by Matt de la Pena – is an inspiring novel which represents the struggle to find one’s identity. This is a must read for any young adult reader. Submitted by Blair Johnson.
• The Things a Brother Knows by Dana Reinhardt – is a great example of what many families and soldiers are going through today. It is truly an inspiring and heart touching books to read. Submitted by Blair Johnson.
• The Penderwicks at Point Mouette by Jeanne Birdsall – This book is a great read. The Penderwick children go on vacation to Point Mouette and have extremely entertaining adventures. A beautifully writted novel and a definite page turner. Submitted by Alycia Gerber.
• The Dragons of Chiril by Donita K. Paul – This entertaining fantasy is the re-release of The Vanishing Sculptor. Tippe, a young lady who has been cradled in her families estate until now, has recently discovered where her long lost father disappeared to. She needs to collect 3 of the statues her father sculpted to save the world. Can she do it? Submitted by Alycia Gerber.
• Mates, Dates and Inflatable Bras by Cathy Hopkins – This funny novel is full of a great plot, wonderful characters and beautiful settings. Lucy is working to fit in with her friends, but still clings to herself as well. Very entertaining. Submitted by Alycia Gerber.
•  Mates, Dates, and Cosmic Kisses by Cathy Hopkins – As the sequel to Mates, Dates and Inflatable Bra, it’s a wonderful novel. The 3 best friends support each other through their troubles. In this book, Izzie has fallen in love with her dreamboy. But how much will she give up to be with him? Submitted by Alycia Gerber.
• Outcast by Michelle Paver – Tarok is cast out for having a soul eater tattoo. Fights off sickness and a soul eater trying to control him. Soul eater is killed and clans take Torak back, Submitted by Sean Lennox.
• Oath Breaker by Michelle Paver – Torak’s cousin is pushed off a cliff and dies. Then Torak swears vengeance and sets off to kill the soul eater who pushed his cousin off the cliff. He finds soul eater disguised as a deep forest mage soul eater does. Submitted by Sean Lennox.
• Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins – Catching Fire was so suspenseful. I read the book all night. I would give it a 4 ½ out of 5 stars. I’m not a big reader but I loved this book. Submitted by Jack Coffey.
• Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins – Mockingjay is the best book I’ve ever read. I liked the unexpected ending. 5 out of 5 stars. Submitted by Jack Coffey.
• Tigers at Twilight by Mary Pope Osborne – I like how they can talk to monkeys. I like the humor in the book. 3 out of 5 stars. Submitted by Jack Coffey.