Here are a dozen of the newest and hottest titles for young adults in the Ocean County Library System.

The Adventures of Blue Avenger ~Norma Howe
David becomes a comic book hero – for real!

Beetle and Me: A Love Story ~Karen Romano Young
It’s love at first sight – between Daisy and a 1957 purple Volkswagen beetle!

Cinderella 2000 ~Mavis Jukes
Ashley has her plans all set for New Year’s Eve 1999 – but will her stepmother and two bratty stepsisters ruin her plans?

Close to a Killer ~Marsha Qualey
Is Barrie’s ex-con Mom offering more than haircuts at her new salon, Killer Cuts?

The Cure ~Sonia Levitin
The year is 2047, and Gemm11684 is brought before the leaders for the crime of singing.

Jason’s Gold ~Will Hobbs
Jason travels to Alaska in search of gold and his missing brother.

Keeping the Moon ~Sarah Dessen
After losing 50 pounds, Colie finds her sense of self during one magical summer in a beachside town.

Never Trust a Dead Man ~Vivian Vande Velde
Selwyn must prove his innocence, and the only person that can help him is the spirit of the man he supposedly murdered!

Mind’s Eye ~Paul Fleischman
Courtney is only 16, and a tragic accident has left her bedridden.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower ~Stephen Chbosky
Charlie feels so alone ever since his best friend committed suicide.

Speak ~Laurie Halse Anderson
Melinda called the police during a party, and now none of her friends will speak to her.

Tribute to Another Dead Rock Star ~Randy Powell
Grandy travels to Seattle to attend a tribute for his mother, a dead rock star.