Good Reads for Winter Break

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Need some good books to read over the break? Here are some tutor recommendations!


The Hunger Games         By: Suzanne Collins

The majority of you have probably already read this, but if you've been too busy because of school, you should pick it up during the break.

This dystopian epic follows 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen as she fights her way through the Hunger Games. Developed by the Capitol as punishment for a rebellion, this annual event forces children to fight to the death. Read The Hunger Games to find out how Katniss deals with love, betrayal, and oppression.

Alana: The First Adventure           By: Tamora Pierce

Alana and her twin brother Thom have always wanted different things. So when her father tries to send him away to become a knight, she takes his place. However, there is only one problem... girls can't become knights. Alana disguises herself as a boy and has to endure the rought tasks of a page. This first book of a four part series leads into an amazing tale of bravery, loyalty, and love.

Brain Jack         By: Brian Falkner


Sam Wilson is addicted to the future's new drug: online gaming. Neuro headsets replace keyboards, allowing people to control computers just by thinking. Sam finds that he is a gifted hacker, but gets into a sticky situation, and ends up working for the nation's cyber defense office. Soon he realizes that there is a major problem with the headsets... minds can be hacked just as easily as computers. Brain Jack takes you through Sam's race to save humanity on a whole new level.

Not interested in any of these? Check back next week for more suggestions!

Winter Party!

Friday, December 7, 2012

The Wildcat Writing Center is hosting a winter/holiday party! Come to the writing center during CATS on Wednesday the 19th. There will be lots of food, fun, and festivities. All are welcome!