Welcome to DC Public Library's online publication by and for D.C. teens. Check out this page for movie and book reviews, interviews with authors, artists, changemakers, and coverage of events and issues that matter to teens. Posts are authored by DCPL's Teen Council, MBSYEP employees and teen volunteers.
Latest Articles
You Should Study Abroad: Advice for the Reluctant Teen Traveler
An Anime Guide to Kanopy
Gap Year Basics
Reviews and Recommendations
An Anime Guide to Kanopy
Movie Review: Selma
Book Review: Homo Deus: A brief history of tomorrow
Author Interviews
Author Interview: Rosanne Tolin
Teen Council employee, Blair Mushala, interviews Rosanne Tolin, the author of More Than Marmalade: Michael Bond and the Story of Paddington Bear. Blair talks to Ms. Tolin about what inspired her to become a writer, to write about Michael Bond and Paddington Bear, and how to handle criticism.
Author Interview: Will Kostakis
Teen Council employee Destineé Coburn interviews Australian young adult author, Will Kostaskis
Teen to Teen
You Should Study Abroad: Advice for the Reluctant Teen Traveler
Selam, a senior at George Washington University, shares her experience studying abroad and gives advice on how to plan, save, and enjoy an experience living overseas.
Gap Year Basics
Are you thinking about taking a break between high school and college? Sheri Waters tells you everything you need to know to prepare for a "gap year"