TECHNO TEENS
Computers and technology are everywhere we look - including in the books we read. In the books below you'll find stories about hackers and espionage, using technology to save or destroy the world, computers and revenge. Some will make you laugh, others will have you at the edge of your seat - which one is right for you?
Click on the red author name and book image for links to interviews, excerpts or book trailers about these books and authors.
Click on the red author name and book image for links to interviews, excerpts or book trailers about these books and authors.
Little Brotherby Cory Doctorow
In the wrong place at the wrong time after a terrorist attack on San Francisco, w1n5ton finds himself living in a police state and under major surveillance. How can he outsmart the Department of Homeland Security and defend his freedom? |
feedby M.T. Anderson
In this future world, internet connections feed into everyone's brain affecting everything from what they eat to what they buy to what they think and say. Titus, an average kid who doesn't seem bothered by the feed, meets Violet on a trip to the moon and learns about how and why she fights the feed - making him ask questions about what has happened to everything and everyone around him.. |
REady player oneby Ernest Cline
It's 2044 and Wade dreams of being the one to discover the ultimate lottery ticket that lies hidden in the virtual world he and so many play in. The one who finds it will reap a massive fortune - and remarkable power, but first the puzzles must be unlocked. Check out the soundtrack of songs mentioned in the book, but watch out for spoilers!!! |
the gospel according to larryby Janet Tashjian
After creating a controversial and hugely popular website, teenager Josh Swensen becomes trapped inside his brilliant creation and must find a way to remain anonymous. Once you read the book, you'll have the info you need (password) to unlock this SECRET TUMBLR PAGE (go to paragraph three for the link) for more answers from Larry and Janet about the book. |
ender's game
by Orson Scott Card
Aliens have attacked Earth twice and almost destroyed the human species. To make sure humans win the next encounter, the world government has decided to use games to train young "soldiers" in the arts of war. Ender Wiggins is the ultimate genius who always wins the games. He knows something isn't quite right about the games and training, but is he smart enough to figure out what it is and save the planet? Read the TUMBLR BLOG from the producers of the movie. |
geeks: how two lost boys rode the internet out of idahoby Jon Katz
Two geeks from Idaho - suspicious of all authority and in love with their technology. High school was unbearable and the two boys put everything they had into their computers. Enter Jon Katz, a journalist who convinced them that their awesome skills could pave the way to a better life. |
hacking harvardby Robin Wasserman
From Booklist: "Erick, Max, and Schwarz - best friends, brilliant teens, hackers extraordinaire - plan their coup de grace hack: getting slacker Clay Porter, Eric's third-grad nemesis, into Harvard". A bet with their archenemies, the Bums, raise the stakes dramatically. |
the future of usby Jay Asher and Carolyn Mackler
It's 1996 and Josh and Emma have been friends forever - until a recent misstep by Josh leaves them feeling a little awkward. When Josh loads AOL on Emma's computer, Facebook is the first thing that pops up - but there is no such thing as Facebook YET. Refreshing their feed shows them that their choices today will affect their future lives. |
Geektastic
edited by Holly Black
Stories from some of the most best-selling and promising geeks in YA lit are compiled by Holly Black. Whether you're already a geek or a geek wannabe, this book will help you get your geek on! |
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brain jackby Brian Falkner
From goodreads: "Las Vegas is gone—destroyed in a terrorist attack. Black Hawk helicopters patrol the skies over New York City. And immersive online gaming is the most dangerous street drug around. In this dystopic near-future, technology has leapt forward once again, and neuro-headsets have replaced computer keyboards. Just slip on a headset, and it’s the Internet at the speed of thought." CHECK SWAN TO SEE IF THIS IS AVAILABLE AT A LIBRARY NEAR YOU OR INTER-LIBRARY LOAN IT TODAY! |
streams of babelby Carol Plum-Ucci
Post 9-11 bio-terrorism is alive in suburban New Jersey. After two women mysteriously die of brain aneurysms after drinking the water, government becomes convinced that a terrorist cell has unleashed a deadly biochemical agent. Thousands of miles away in Pakistan, a sixteen year old virtual spy is working for the United States and begins to put the pieces together. Can he warn the victims before it is too late? CHECK SWAN TO SEE IF THIS IS AVAILABLE AT A LIBRARY NEAR YOU OR INTER-LIBRARY LOAN IT TODAY! |
evil geniusby Catherine Jinks
At seven, Cadel Piggott was hacking into computer networks. At eight, he was orchestrating traffic jams. At twelve, he was sabotaging construction sites. Now, at fourteen, he’s studying for his World Domination degree. The trouble is, he’s finding it hard to live up to his father’s expectations. CHECK SWAN TO SEE IF THIS IS AVAILABLE AT A LIBRARY NEAR YOU OR INTER-LIBRARY LOAN IT TODAY! |
homeboyzby Alan Lawrence Sitomer
Teddy's little sister is gunned down in a drive-by shooting. While his family mourns, he plots his revenge and it doesn't go well. Out on probation, he pretends to play by the rules, but all along, he uses his elite computer hacking skills to plot his final vengeance. CHECK SWAN TO SEE IF THIS IS AVAILABLE AT A LIBRARY NEAR YOU OR INTER-LIBRARY LOAN IT TODAY! |