Skype with Laura Bickle

Tuesday October 15 at 3:00 PM

Video chat with teen and adult author Laura Bickle! We'll be talking about the writing process as well as Laura's Hallowed Ones series. These teen books feature Katie, an Amish girl who lets a stranger into her protected community while a mysterious epidemic destroys the outside world. This special event is open to teens and adults. Snacks provided. Please call the library at 330-343-6123 to register.

A little more about The Hallowed Ones, the first book of the series:

Katie and her friend Elijah are looking forward to their Rumspringa, their chance to experience the outside world for themselves before being baptized, when the world ends. In their sheltered Amish community, Katie and Elijah don’t know exactly what happened, but, from what they can gather, an epidemic has caused mass insanity and destruction Outside. Without knowing why the Amish have been spared, the Elders decide that no one will be allowed to enter or leave their safe community. When Katie finds an injured outsider, she struggles with the idea that letting him die is God’s will, as the Elders claim. Her conscience leads her to help the stranger, a young man named Alex, and keep him hidden while he heals. Little does she know, her home is not as safe as the Elders would have her believe.

This enthralling page-turner features a very strong, independent female character and a refreshing twist on the apocalypse genre. Details of Amish culture and elements of classic horror are also melded together wonderfully. For older teens looking for a good scare this Halloween season, this book is the perfect fit.

Laura Bickle is also the author of the Anya Kalinczyk series for adults. The Hallowed Ones series continues this fall with THE OUTSIDE (HMH Books for Young Readers, 2013). This is her first young adult series. Laura also has a background in criminal justice and library science. She lives in Ohio. For more on Laura and her other books, visit her website at http://www.laurabickle.com. 

Review was originally published in Ohio Family Magazine. Check out more reviews by your very own Teen Librarian in the October issue. 

YA Crew Meeting October

Tuesday October 8 at 3:00 PM

This month, the Crew will be talking about the Haunted Library event. This special event consists of a haunted maze inside the library followed by fun and games in the Community Room. Teens volunteers will be helping the library run this event for children ages 8-12. At the meeting, teens will help Liz plan the event and make some decorations. Teens can also sign up to volunteer at the event during the meeting, but they are not obligated to do so. 

The Haunted Library will take place Saturday October 26 from 8-9 PM (Approximately 6-10 PM for Volunteers). Teens may work the whole thing or work in shifts. Teens are needed to hide in the maze, lead the maze, and run the games in the Community Room. Email Liz with any questions, ideas, or for more information. 

Snakes in the Library!

Tuesday October 1 at 3:00 PM

Join YA Crew member Kairi as she shares her pet snake and lizard. Learn more about pet reptiles and get the chance to hold one yourself.  Kairi will also share photos and stories of her unusual pets, including her new scorpion.

This special Teen Tuesday event is open to both tweens and teens. Snacks will be provided. Call the library at 330-343-6123 to register.

The Dover Library relies on teen input to keep programs fresh and interesting. Do you have an idea for a program or event? Tell Liz about it! Your advice is greatly appreciated!