Here are a few tips on how you can add more books into your life:

1. Make Reading a Ritual
Set aside time each day to read for about 15-20 minutes. Set your morning alarm clock a little early and crack open your book. Not only will you read about 20 to 30 books a year, you'll also get your mind working for the day.
2. Carry a Book With You
If you plan on going anywhere, make sure you pack a book. Car rides and doctor's visits can seem unbearable while waiting. Having a book with you is a fun way to pass the time.
3. You Don't Have to "Read" a Book to Read a Book
Most popular books now come in audio book form. Listen to books while you're driving, working on a craft, or out for a hike. You can even download audio books from Bud Werner Memorial Library's Overdrive without stepping foot in the Library.

Now that you have a goal to read more and made a plan to do it, check out the New Teen Books waiting for you.

On Monday, April 21, talk about your favorite books with other teens and make a beaded bookmark. Learn more about this program on the Programs page.

Help choose the furniture that defines your teen space at the new Bud Werner Memorial Library.

Downstairs @ the Library
Thursday, February 28
4:30 - 5:30 pm

Make a T-shirt pillow out of your favorite T-shirt. Do you have a T-shirt that just doesn't fit anymore, but you still love it? Make a huggable memory with teens in grades 5 and up during this fun, free event.

When: Wednesday, February 27, 1:00 pm
What to bring: Your Favorite T-Shirt
Who: Teens in grades 5 and up
Where: Lower level of Bud Werner Memorial Library
How: Sign up at the Children's Desk,
or sign up by calling 879-0240, ext. 313.

Looking for a good book? Want a sure bet? The Alex Awards and Printz Awards have been announced!

The Alex Awards are given to ten books written for adults that have special appeal to teen readers. This year's winning titles are selected from 2007's books.

The Michael T. Printz Awards are given to books that "exemplify literary excellence in young adult literature." There is one overall winner each year, and several honored books.

Congratulations to all the teens who read for the fun of it this winter! The winners have been drawn. Check out the two winners who won awesome books and movies on the Programs page!

Now you can chat live with Bud Werner Memorial Library's Reference Librarian, Sarah Kostin. All you need is Yahoo! Instant Messenger and add bud_ref as a buddy. Check Sarah's schedule to see if she's in.

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Learn how you can win books and movies during the Sock It To Me contest this winter on the Programs page.

New books are ready for you to check out! See the list over here on the New Books page.

Check out the 2007 Top Ten Teen's Books, voted by you and over 6,000 other teens around the country. We've listed them on our Best Books for Teens page. The Top Ten Teen Books are a part of the ALA's YALSA program.