Suggestions for the kids.

Hello!  I hope all of you are well. I have been asked recently to recommend some books that are good for young readers. There are quite a few voracious readers out there that are in the 10-12 year old range that NEED some suggestions, or I guess Mom needs some suggestions to keep sane over the coming summer and try to not hear the dreaded "B" word uttered on a daily basis. I have read these books as well and there is nothing that is inappropriate.

First, The Ranger's Apprentice series by John Flanagan.




The Ruins of Gorlan (Ranger's Apprentice Series #1)

This is a ten book series that is set in the fictional world of Aruluen. Flanagan's writing isn't cheap or contrived. His characters are full blooded and real. I am glad that Flanagan decided to write these books for young adults. He could have easily used his creation in more base ways and that would be a shame. This is by far one of the best crafted fantasy series available for any age.It follows the story of the foundling, Will and his experiences in training with the mysterious Ranger Halt. The Rangers are the protectors of the kingdom and Will finds adventure beyond his wildest dreams. Also check out John Flanagan's beautiful website for this series. Great music in the background.
www.rangersapprentice.com



 Next,

Alcatraz Versus the Evil Librarians by Brandon Sanderson




Alcatraz Versus the Evil Librarians (Alcatraz Series #1)

This is by far one of the funniest. most imaginative series that I have ever read. Here is the plot in a nutshell.
Alcatraz Smedry is an orphan who has gone from foster home to foster home. Not because he's unruly or bad, but because he has a Talent for breaking things. Alcatraz Smedry doesn't seem destined for anything but disaster. On his 13th birthday he receives a bag of sand, which is quickly stolen by the cult of evil Librarians plotting to take over the world. The sand will give the Librarians the edge they need to achieve world domination. Alcatraz must stop them!...by infiltrating the local library, armed with nothing but eyeglasses and a talent for klutziness. You will seriously laugh out loud with this one and it should stop the dreaded "Bored" conversation from happening in your home.
There are four books in the series.

Well, those are a couple that should help in the coming days. I will blog about a book for mom or dad later today hopefully. One that I couldn't put down.

The BG