New Books for the Week of March 10, 2008

The Opposite of Invisible by Liz Gallagher

Artistic Seattle high school sophomore Alice decides to emerge from her cocoon and date a football player, which causes a rift between her and her best friend, a boy who wants to be more than just friends. (TitleWave) Recommended for grades 8+



The Gollywhopper Games by Jody Feldman

Twelve-year-old Gil Goodson competes against thousands of other children at extraordinary puzzles, stunts, and more in hopes of a fresh start for his family, which has been ostracized since his father was falsely accused of embezzling money from Golly Toy and Game Company. (TitleWave)