Yay for more vampires!

Just when you thought it was safe to venture out with your jugular vein unprotected...

Vampire lovers can get their fix with the new title from Richelle Mead. Bloodlines is the first book in a new series by the author of the phenomenally popular Vampire Academy sextet. (Just before you think I am being rude, that means a set of six!)

Bloodlines focuses on Sydney Sage, whom you might remember from the last two books in Vampire Academy. Sydney is an Alchemist, and a reluctant co-conspirator with the Moroi, a race of peace-loving vampires. When Sydney is assigned to Jill Dragomir, Moroi princess, and half-sister to the queen, she finds herself at high school in Palm Springs - with all the accompanying teenage angst. Fans of Richelle Mead will be familiar with a number of the characters in Bloodlines and those who felt sorry for Adrian for losing out on Rose Hathaway can be comforted in the knowledge that Adrian plays a significant role in this new series. I found Bloodlines an entertaining read, with strong female characters and a fast-paced storyline. A great new series that should appeal to Twilight fans and lovers of paranormal fiction. Reserve a copy from the library today!

The second book in the series, The Golden Lily, will be released in 2012.

Get Reading!

Although it sounds a little bossy, Get Reading! is a great Australian Government initiative to encourage Australians to pick up a book and start reading - because it's fun!

Pick up a copy of the free Get Reading! booklet from the Dubbo Branch library which lists the 50 books you can't put down - some awesome reads guaranteed to please, or check out our display for some of the titles. There are books for adults, books for children, and best of all, books for young adults!

For more info about Get Reading! visit their website

Here is a sneak peek at some of the featured books:

True Spirit: The Aussie Girl Who Took on the World by Jessica Watson
In 2009, 16 year old Jessica Watson proved that anything is possible when she became the youngest person to sail solo around the world. Here, she details her journey - the battles against sleep deprivation, gale-force winds, mountainous seas and solitude, all endured by someone who claims she's just an ordinary girl, but whom we acknowledge as a true heroine.

The Painted Man by Peter V. Brett
As dusk falls each evening in Arlen's isolated world, a mist rises from the ground, promising death to any who brave the darkness. Hungry demons materialise from the vapours to feed, forcing humanity to take shelter behind magical wards and pray that their protection holds until dawn. But Arlen must leave the safety of his wards to discover a different path and offer humanity a last, fleeting chance of survival...

Bloodlines by Richelle Mead
Sydney is an Alchemist, one of a group of humans who dabble in magic, protecting vampire secrets - and mortal lives. When she's ordered into hiding to guard Moroi princess Jill Dragomir, she doesn't expect to be sent to a private school in Palm Springs. And although the school is the last place anyone would look for vampire royalty, Sydney finds the drama is only just beginning. Bloodlines is the first in a new series by the author of the phenomenally successful Vampire Academy series.

Reading Writing Random

Don't forget to join us at the Dubbo Branch Library on Thursday afternoons at 4.00pm for Reading Writing Random.

If you have a passion for books or are bursting with great ideas for your own stories, Reading Writing Random is for you!

Where: Youth Area, Dubbo Branch Library

Age: 12-18 years

When: Each Thursday of the school term, 4.00-5.00pm

Why: Because it's fun!

For further info, visit our website or contact us at the library on 68014510.

Between the Lines

Between the Lines is Penguin Australia's dedicated space for young adult readers, writers and books. Here's the link. Find out about new releases, check out some book trailers, and see what's going on with your favourite authors.

Knits and Pics

The Dubbo library is the place to be these holidays! Beat the winter holiday blues and learn to knit an awesome scarf, beanie or amigurumi toys - or find out how to take amazing photos with your digital camera.

Contact the library on 68014510 to book your place so you don't miss out!


Cool Knits
Learn to knit, crochet and loom knit so you can make your own fashionable scarves, beanies and amigurumi creations.
Thursday 5 July, 1.00pm-4.00pm
Ages: 12+
Cost: $5

Digital Photography
Discover how get the most from your digital camera and take brilliant photos with the Dubbo Camera Club. Please bring your own camera, manual and USB.
Thursday 14 July, 1.00pm-4.00pm
Ages: 12+
Cost: $5


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Children's Book Council Award Shortlist

The Children's Book Council have released the shortlist of books nominated for prizes in 2011... Let us know which one you think will win!

And the nominees are:

Older Readers Shortlist

Graffiti Moon by Cath Crowley

The Midnight Zoo by Sonya Hartnett

About a Girl by Joanne Horniman

The Life of a Teenage Bodysnatcher by Doug MacLeod

The Piper's Son by Melina Marchetta

Six Impossible Things by Fiona Wood

Random House Teen Book Video Awards

Are you a high school student who is a budding filmmaker and book lover?

Random House are offering the chance for high school students to create one 90-second book trailer and win some fabulous prizes.

All you need to do is choose one of the 16 books and create a 90-second trailer.

All submitted entries must have the Assignment Deed form, Talent and Location Release form plus the entry form.

The winner will receive a massive cash prize of $1,000 plus $1000 worth of Random House books for their school!

For more details visit the Random House website.