2012 New Books Preview!

2012: New Books for the New Year

A new year. New resolutions. New trends. New hairstyles. New pop stars. And of course . . . NEW BOOKS! We've got the scoop on the hottest books coming out this year, from The 39 Clues to Gordon Korman, to awesome new sci-fi adventure series & more. AND we've got exclusive chapter excerpts, so read on to find out more!

Showoff (a Swindle book) by Gordon Korman
Jan. 31, 2012
The heroes of Swindle, Zoobreak, and Framed are back! This time, Luthor gets sent to the pound. It's up to Griffin Bing and his pals to break him out and set up a sting operation to set the record straight. Take a look at how the drama all starts. Read the first chapter.

The Chronicles of Avantia #1: First Hero by Adam Blade
Feb. 1, 2012
Deadly Beasts. Brutal Combat. Welcome to Avantia, created by the same author who brought you the Beast Quest series. At age 7, Tanner's father was killed in front of him by an evil warlord. Now, 8 years later, Tanner is ready to avenge his father's death. Enter into the kingdom of Avantia . . .
Read the first chapter.

The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers #3: The Dead of Night by Peter Lerangis
March 6, 2012
Most info on this is still a closely guarded secret. But what we can tell you is that you’ll travel to some jaw-dropping locations you’ve never heard of. There’s more deadly escapes and double-crosses, on a search for a secret left by a revolutionary leader who was one of history's great geniuses. Wow. Read the first chapter.

Big Nate Goes for Broke by Lincoln Peirce
March 20, 2012
The fourth book in the Big Nate series pits Nate's school, P.S.38 against its rival Jefferson Middle School. P.S.38 always loses against Jefferson in almost everything – sports, math, snowball fights. You name it, they’ll lose it. Will this be their chance to finally win something? Find out. Laughs included.

The Ascendance Trilogy #1: The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen
April 1, 2012
This new trilogy has the markings of a new modern cult hit. In an ancient discontented kingdom, civil war is brewing. Deceit and truth battle. Four orphans compete to impersonate the king's son to rule the kingdom. Will the truth be discovered? Read breathlessly to the end. Watch a video preview and read the first chapter to get a taste!

Brotherband Chronicles #2: The Invaders by John Flanagan
May 1, 2012
Full of seafaring adventures and epic battles, the first book of The Brotherband Chronicles got rave reviews, (as you would expect from the author of the Ranger's Apprentice series) In May, Book #2 will continue the journey with the 4 loyal friends who must become warriors. Read an excerpt to see how it all started in Book 1: The Outcasts.

The Kane Chronicles #3: The Serpent's Shadow by Rick Riordan
May 1, 2012
There is, possibly, one way to stop the great chaos serpent Apophis, but it is so difficult that it might cost Carter and Sadie their lives, if it even works at all. It involves trusting the ghost of a psychotic magician not to betray them, or worse, kill them. They'd have to be crazy to try. Well, call them crazy, and get ready for the final book in The Kane Chronicles.

Sisters Grimm #9: The Council of Mirrors by Michael Buckley
May 8, 2012
Can I just say . . .LOVE this series! Additional note: FINAL VOLUME! In the last book of the twisted fairy tale series, the Sisters Grimm (descendants of the famous Brothers Grimm) face off against the Master to decide the fate of Ferryport Landing . . . and the world. Sure to satisfy.

So now you're in the know, and ready to read the best, newest books! Leave a Comment and tell us which books you are most excited about!

— Ratha, STACKS Writer

Comments

[Comment #1]

COOL! Some of those look very interesting :)

[Comment #2]

got to read The False Prince. It is AMAZING!!!!!

[Comment #3]

I'm really excited for the last Kane chronicle book! YES!!!!

[Comment #4]

OMG! i CANNOT WAIT!!!! AHHHHHHHH
thnx so much!

[Comment #5]

I love Ssiters Grimm, too! I am looking forward for The Kane Chronicles book 3!

[Comment #6]

I can't wait 4 the last sisters grimm book! the last book's ending was soooo suspenseful!

[Comment #7]

what the kane chronicals cant be over sad i reaally love love the books and i am certain to get them!!!!
and dont forget i got all 3 books!!! great selection of books guys!!!!

[Comment #8]

All of the Hunger Games Tie-ins!

Whisper By Alyson Noel

Unrest by Michelle Harrison

Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan

[Comment #9]

Hay blue cat they are interesting why do think they are interestingt.

[Comment #10]

hay blue cat whats up

[Comment #11]

If someone imortant dosen't talk to u and all they do is write notes wat would u do????

[Comment #12]

I have to get the new Sisters Grimm and the new Kane Chronicles!!!! I'm a big Rick Riordan fan. I LOVE the Percy Jackson series and the Heroes of Olympus series (even though it's just starting). I adore the Kane Chronicles.

[Comment #13]

Can't wait for Rick Riordan's book! He is awesome! Believe me I met him!

[Comment #14]

i wanna read every interesting book they have!!!

XD:

[Comment #15]

Oh my goodness!!! My teacher reccomended the sisters grimm, I love big nate, and I am SO excited for the Kane chronicles.

[Comment #16]

i recomand A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS if you like funny stories

[Comment #17]

OMG!!!!
I cannot wait for
THE KANE CHRONICLES
DEMIGOD DIARIES
THE MARK OF ATHENA
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!

[Comment #18]

Cahills and Kanes! Better start saving $$$...

[Comment #19]

Totally agree with you PianoGirl6

P.S. Sanubis better happen...

[Comment #20]

THESE LOOK AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I CANT WAIT 2 READ THEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Comment #21]

has anyone heard about Mark of Athena, by Rick Riordan?

[Comment #22]

I can't wait for the 39 clues the kane chrononicles the mark of Athena the demigod diaries and the brother and chrononicles!!!!

[Comment #23]

i cant what to read it .

[Comment #24]

I can not wait for this book

[Comment #25]

i don't read those books but o.k ya