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Bestselling books the week of 5/10/12, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
Tired of 'Twilight' clones? 5 young adult books to try instead
2011 Michael L. Printz awards: here are the winners

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Bestselling books the week of 5/10/12, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
Tired of 'Twilight' clones? 5 young adult books to try instead

For those who browse young adult shelves, the choices may be starting to blur: girl meets supernatural boy, then must choose between two boys. Or – for a little variety – supernatural girl meets human boy, then must choose between two boys. Vampires, fairies, angels – they're all over the young adult section. So, in the spirit of Teen Read Week, here are five gripping young adult titles that manage to keep otherworldly creatures and dramatic love triangles well out of sight.
2011 Michael L. Printz awards: here are the winners

The Michael L. Printz Award is given for excellence in literature written for young adults. Dark, challenging, compelling – these are books that pack a punch even as they keep young readers turning the pages.
2010 National Book Awards: more surprises

The 2010 National Books Awards included a few unexpected moments.
National Book Award 2010 nominees: one big surprise

The author who was not nominated for a 2010 National Book Award – Jonathan Franzen – is getting at least as much commentary as those who were.
Interview with China Miéville, author of 2010 Hugo Award-winner "The City & The City"

China Miéville talks about "The City & The City," his sci-fi/fantasy/detective novel which shares the 2010 Hugo Award for best novel.

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