ParaNorman by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel

I'm sure that you have seen plenty of ads for the movie that is now playing in theaters~ParaNorman.  What you probably don't know is that there is a book that is based on the movie that you are sure to enjoy! The book contains great black and white illustrations and a longer story than the movie.  It is on order here at WMTL so if you are interested give us a call to check it out:

And just for fun, enjoy this movie trailer:

The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee: An Origami Yoda Book by Tom Angleberger~Let the countdown begin!

Calling all Origami Yoda fans!!  Tom Angleberger's new book will be released August 7, 2012!  Here's a peek at the cover of the book and a link to T. Angleberger's website if you are interested in how to make a Fortune Wookiee of your own.  As always, may the force be with you, and as Yoda would say:

Read you must!

 Learn how to make a Fortune Wookiee of your own:

http://origamiyoda.wordpress.com/2012/05/04/celebrate-may-the-fourth-with-your-own-fortune-wookiee-book-comes-out-in-august-but-instructions-are-here-now-starwars-starwars-maythe4thbewithyou/

Just a few of the titles that will be here soon!

Hopefully you are enjoying your summer and getting the chance to read books that you LOVE!  Here is just a sampling of the new books that will soon be arriving at West Milford Township Library:

Happy reading!  And, as always, if you are interested in any of these titles, feel free to contact WMTL at 973-728-2823. :)

This is for fans of The Avengers!

Have you seen the lastest superhero movie, The Avengers?  I did & it was amazing!!  What could be better than having some of the greatest superheros around like Thor, Captain America & The Incredible Hulk working together to defeat evil?  Coming soon to the library are some book titles about these superheros.  Check in or call us if you are interested.  These are the titles expected in very soon:

Save the Date!

Look who is coming to WMTL this summer!  Don't miss this unique opportunity to meet Annette and Gina Cascone, authors of the Deadtime Stories Series on Tuesday, July 31st from 6:30-7:30 p.m.  Here are a few of their titles that are available at WMTL:

BOOKS, BOOKS & MORE BOOKS!

There are just so many new titles in J-Fiction here at WMTL!  Here is a sampling of what we have to offer:

Cully just can't figure out why the antique store owner wants to collect people's shadows.  When he finds something disturbing locked in a secret room, can he take action to help the people of Medley?

Thirteen year old Zardi must be brave so that she can rescue her sister from the evil sultan who rules Arribitha.  Join her on this adventurous journey into fantastical places!

 

Seven stories all revolving around a mysterious box. Some funny, some spooky, but all in graphic novel format. Check this one out.

A fiction adventure story with many non-fiction facts to share about the Grand Canyon. This title gives readers the best of both worlds.

After being hit in the head with a baseball while up at bat, Jack's not so sure that he can keep playing the game.  Will he ever get his confidence back?

Scott is used to hallucinating and seeing odd things that nobody else can.  But when a leprechaun on the run from a cereal company pops into his life, what is Scott to do?

Stop in and see the great assortment of books on the NEW shelves in the Children's Room.



Origami Challenge

Come to West Milford Township Library for the Origami Challenge! What is Origami? It is the Japanese art of folding paper. To learn more, and to make some funky and cool origami of your own, register for this program which will be held on Saturday, April 14th from 10:00—11:00 a.m. Kids ages 8 and up are invited to attend.

For more information about this free program, please call 973-728-2823 or stop by the Children's Services desk. The Library, located at 1490 Union Valley Road, is open 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday and Friday; 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; and 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday. Visit the Library’s web site at www.wmtl.org