Teen Zine
 Talk with other fans of manga, anime, and Japanese culture at oTALKu! Join the group on 
Friday, September 17 Plan our costumes for next month
Friday, October 29 Cosplay
Friday, November 19 Just talking about what we've been reading/watching
Friday, December 17 Karaoke Christmas party
Joa Reads: blog about recommended books, book news, and more...
LOL (Lit Over Lunch) @ MHS. Meet with other readers in Room 106 over the A and/or B lunch hours about once per month to discuss books, have occasional speakers, etc. REGISTER with Mrs. Fritzell, Mrs. Inhelder or Joa @ the MPL. Multiple copies of books provided by Friends of MPL can be borrowed from Susan Fritzell the month ahead of each discussion.
Tuesday, September 14: Intro to LOL (plus learn about the Young Adult Choices opportunity & MHS Battle of the Books!)
Tuesday, September 28: Discuss The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Email mtownlibrary@yahoo.com to get on the notification list.
Iowa's only High School Battle of the Books -
hosted each spring at Marshalltown High School
For Teen Writers and Artists
Merlyn's Pen - magazine showcase of teen writers
Letters about Literature Contest - annual contest for middle and high school students
Resources
for Teen Writers - Tailored to science fiction/fantasy writers
Includes
workshop, writing advice, contests, and more.
Fiction
Press - Writers post their stories on this free-to-use website.
Critique Circle - an international online critique group
with special
section for teen writers
N2Arts.com - site for teen artists of all kinds, including writers
teenink.com
- Scholastic's website for teen writers and artists
VOYA Teen Poetry Contest (deadline Dec. 31, 2010), Photography Contest
Contests/Scholarship Opportunities for Teen Writers & Artists
River of Words contest (deadline Dec. 1, 2010)
Post & read book reviews here or here by and for teens
Trading Card Leagues
The Marshalltown Public Library hosts two trading card leagues for all ages:
Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh. The leagues have designated times when people can play
these trading card games and earn points toward free cards. Year round, the leagues will meet on Thursdays from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Games like D & D, Magic, etc. may be played as well.
VolunTeen Program
The library has a volunteer program for teens, 7th-12th grades. Call or stop by for info.
Recommended Sites -
Teen Reads - recommended books, plus post your own reviews, etc.
Or here, post and read book reviews on this site started by a teen
MHS Media Center
Build vocabulary - and help fight world hunger
Iowa High School Book Awards or print current year flyer
Iowa Teen Choice Book Awards or print current year flyer
Citing sources in reports
Do Something - a site for youth interested in getting involved/making a difference
Variety of info about all kinds of teen reads
Library Loft: All kinds of info, reading recommendations, and more for teen
Award-winning teen and adult books teens would like
Information and reviews for teens on all kinds of graphic novels and manga:
www.noflyingnotights.com
Uncover the truth about urban legends, internet scams at www.snopes.com
Find your favorite bands, singers, and other recommended music
Find info about all kinds of movies, t.v. shows, and actors
 ********* Drug Abuse Info * 
Historical photos to use in reports/presentations from Library of Congress
Request a Book
To request a book, please use the Contact Us page.
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