New & Exciting For Teens
Best Books of 2025
The library is proud to present our Best Books of 2025! Explore our list for kids, teens, and adults.
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Spooky Season: Events & Reads
With Halloween right around the corner, along with colorful leaves, pumpkin spice, and cozy sweaters all around, spooky season is here! We’ve put together a list of some upcoming programs to help you celebrate the spirit of autumn, and look below for our list of recommended reads for all ag...
Teen Writing Challenge: Mystery Winners
The 9th HEPL Teen Writing Challenge has concluded and three winners were chosen from the teen entries.
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Teen writers can submit an original, mystery short story for HEPL’s 9th Teen Writing Challenge!
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Audiobooks: Today’s Take on Oral Storytelling
Did you know that June of every year is Audiobook Appreciation Month? Summer is a perfect time to focus on this auditory format and give your eyes a break
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Teen Poster Design Contest: Your Favorite Quote
Calling all teen artists! Design an 11in x 17in poster featuring your favorite quote for a chance to have your poster displayed in the TeenZones and win a gift card!
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Summer Reading Program 2025: Color Our World
Join the HEPL community of readers by registering for the Color Our World 2025 Summer Reading Program!
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Teen Writing Challenge: Flash Fiction Winners
The 8th HEPL Teen Writing Challenge has concluded and three winners were chosen from the teen entries.
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Why Mentors Matter
Research shows that youth need 4-6 non-parental adults in their lives to support them. YMI creates a bridge of caring adults within our own community to students within the district.
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Valentine’s Day or Palentine’s Day? Why Not Celebrate Both!
We’ve selected 5 teen books for both romance and friendship, depending on whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or Palentine’s Day this year.
...Teen Writing Challenge: Flash Fiction
Teen writers can submit an original, flash fiction short story for HEPL’s 8th Teen Writing Challenge!
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ALA Youth Media Awards 2025
The American Library Association (ALA) announced the 2025 Youth Media Award winners for outstanding books for children and teens.
...Featured Reads
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