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	Eon: Dragoneye Reborn Goodman, Alison YA FIC FAN Eon is planning to apprentice in the art of Dragon Magic, but he has a dangerous secret. He is actually sixteen year old Eonna, who has been hiding her identity since girls are forbidden to practice this ancient art. Fans of Tamora Pierce will love this new fantasy world.
	Hip Hop Speaks to Children: A Celebration of Poetry with a Beat Giovanni, Nikki J821.8 H6671g Rhyme and rhythm come alive in this beautifully illustrated book and energetic CD. From Martin Luther King and Langston Hughes to Queen Latifa and Lauryn Hill, this collection has something to inspire everyone. Perfect for Black History Month!
	The Lion and the Mouse Pinkney, Jerry J398.24 A25Lp EASY Check out the Caldecott medal winner for 2010! This wordless picture book is a retelling of Aesop’s fable about kindness between two unlikely friends. Exquisite illustrations in pencil and watercolour.

New, Popular & Recommended Titles

Check out VPL's recommended reads! A selection of fiction and non-fiction booklists with titles chosen and annotated by library staff.

	VPL Staff Fiction Picks - February Enjoy our annotated mix of personal recommendations. Happy reading. For older lists, please visit our VPL Staff Picks Archive.
	Inspirational Fiction Fiction & non-fiction books that inspire & enlighten. Created by the Popular Reading Library.
	Banned or Challenged Books A collection of banned titles that date from years 1818 - 2009. Created by the Popular Reading Library.
	Award Winning Reads 2009 A listing of this past year's international award-winning titles created by the Popular Reading Library.

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Library's New Storyboxes a Treasure of Songs,
Stories and Rhymes
posted on February 04, 2010

Children learn best when they also have fun. The Library’s new Storyboxes ensure that children attending daycares, Family Places and preschools do both.

Don't Forget to Check It Out!
posted on February 03, 2010

The February 2010 edition of Vancouver Public Library's eNewsletter is here. Sign up today and Check It Out!

New Location for Downtown Eastside-Strathcona Branch
posted on February 03, 2010

The City of Vancouver has purchased a new site for the future Downtown Eastside-Strathcona Library Branch.

VPL Extends Borrowing Periods During the 2010 Winter Games
posted on January 29, 2010

Loan periods will be extended for borrowed items due between February 12 and 28, including regular items, Fast Reads and Quick Views.

Central Library Book Drop To Close
posted on January 26, 2010

The Central Library Book Drop on Hamilton St. will be closed from February 8 to March 2. We also ask that donations be dropped off in March not February.

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