Young Adult Book Review: Who Am I Without Him? Short Stories About Girls and the Boys in Their Lives. By Sharon G. Flake

Who Am I Without Him?: Short Stories about Girls and the Boys in Their Lives
Sharon G. Flake
Published: 2004
Hyperion Book CH
ISBN 13- 978-1423103837
Rating: 4 stars

Are you a guy that always wondering what a female is thinking about you? Well this book gives you incite on the mind of a young teenage girl in her years were one minute a guy can be your man or your worst enemy. Sharon Flake compiles a group of short stories that test the relationships between teenage boys and girls.  It’s stories about girls who couldn't go out with boys, boys who liked girls but hid it from others, teachers who did realistic things such as, having a fiancé', girls who weren't treated right and wanted better, and many more.


Even though this book was written many years ago, the issues that are discussed in this book are still relevant to teen girls today. Many have walked in the shoes of these featured ladies. In 2005, this novel was an honoree of the Coretta Scott King Award,

Reviewed by Patrice Smith

If you enjoyed this book….

Here are some others that you would like to read

1. First Part Last by Angela Johnson 
2. Tears of the Tiger by Sharon Draper 
3. Romiette and Julio by Sharon M. Draper & Adam Lowenbein

Adult Programming

Adult Programming

Afternoon Wordsmithing in West Ashley (Lowcountry Creative Writing Group) 

Saturday, December 5 at 1 p.m.

Join a group of local writers for a chance to write, critique and network.

Black and White Theater: A Christmas Carol

Friday, December 18 at 11 a.m.   

On Christmas Eve, an old miser named Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the spirit of his former partner, Jacob Marley. The deceased partner was in his lifetime as mean and miserly as Scrooge: NR; 69 minutes. 

Holiday Bling: 

Jewelry to Keep or Give Away

Friday, December 18 at 3 p.m.

Mrs. Terrie McCreight will teach us how to create holiday earrings and bracelets. Registration required (limited to 20).

If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, feel free to contact the

Reference Department at 843-766-2546.

 Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

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Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

 

Art therapy offered Sunday afternoons

Charleston's heart is broken, and area residents are struggling with feelings of grief, fear, anger and helplessness as they try to understand the senseless murders at Emanuel AME Church.

Although grief doesn't have a one-size-fits-all solution, residents in communities with other traumatic events - Sandy Hook and Boston - tapped into their creative process to find help with their feelings and emotions.

A new initiative, launched by HEARTS MEND HEARTS with Charleston County Public Library, is offering similar support to local residents faced with feelings of stress, dread or grief prompted by the church shooting. 

Residents can work with experienced artists and mental health professionals during art-based sessions each Sunday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at Charleston County's Main Library, 68 Calhoun Street. There is no age limit and no art experience is needed. Art materials are being provided for the free sessions. Free HEARTS MEND HEARTS sessions are Sundays 2:30 to 4pm until the end of December.

The goal is to help individuals use art as a tool to tap into their creativity, express feelings and ultimately work toward healing - all while in a safe environment.

The creative art process has been used for hundreds of years to help people identify emotions, encourage communication and promote healing. Understanding this connection, a group of local art therapists, educators, mental health professionals and artists joined together to create HEARTS MEND HEARTS in hopes of helping the Charleston community.

The professionals will lead attendees through the steps to create mandalas, an internationally recognized process that encourages individuals to identify personal emotions and reconcile conflicts.

HEARTS MEND HEARTS includes numerous art and mental health professionals, all volunteering their time. The organization was started by a small group that included: Registered Art Therapist Dianne Tennyson Vincent, MAT, ATR; Psychiatrist Deborah Milling, MD; Psychoanalyst Sharon Martin, FNP, CNS, PhD; and Nationally Board Certified Art Educator Laura De LaMaza.

If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, 

feel free to contact the

Reference Department at 843-805-6930.

Main Library

68 Calhoun Street

Charleston, SC 29407

843-805-6930 www.ccpl.org

Mon-Thur 9-8, Fri-Sat 9-6,  Sun 2-5

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Young Adult Programming

Young Adult Programming

St. Andrews TeenSpot Celebrates 

National Read a New Book Month

All Month Long.

In honor of National Read a New Book Month, teens can write down a title of a great book that they have read. When you recommend you get a treat.

St. Andrews TeenSpot Christmas Theater

Wednesday, December 2, 16, 23, and 30

 at 4:00 pm

Enjoy various movies that will put you in the holiday spirit.

St. Andrews TeenSpot Iron Chef Cookie Decorating Contest 
Monday, December 14 at 4:00 pm
Are you the ultimate creator of the “ice out” cookie? Bring you icing game and decorate tasty holiday cookies. The cookie that wins the most online votes wins a gift card. Voting ends on December 18. Winner will be announced on December 21. See information desk for more details.






St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Wii Monday/ Gum Drop Construction
Monday, December 21 at 4:00 pm
Construct on sweet sculptures while having fun with playing Wii or surfing the net with friends.

 If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, 

feel free to contact the

Young Adult Department at 843-766-2546.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/St Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

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Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

Children's Programming

Children's Programs

PLAY: Family Storytime
Saturday, December 5 at 11 a.m.
Listen to stories, sing songs and make a craft in this winter-themed storytime!

PLAY: Create a Card! (ages 4-11)

Saturday, December 12 at 11 a.m.

Between the start of winter and all the holidays, there are so many reasons to send a card! Come create with us.

Afterschool Cool: Green Thumbs (ages 4-11)

Tuesday, December 15 at 4 p.m.

Learn about nature, and make something cool with the Tri-County Clemson Master Gardeners.

PLAY: Polar Express Party

Saturday, December 19 at 10:30 a.m.

Wear your pjs, get your golden ticket and enjoy refreshments as the library celebrates the season with a special viewing of The Polar Express. Rated PG; 100 minutes. Enjoy crafts and activities based on the movie, and meet Santa.

Countdown to Noon!
Wednesday, December 31 at 11 a.m.
For the little ones who may not make it to the New Year’s Eve ball drop. Make noisemakers and party hats, play games and celebrate the “Noon Year!”

Storytimes

Wee Reads (ages 0-24 months with adult)

Wednesdays, December 2 and 9 at 10:30 a.m.

Time for Twos (ages 24-36 months with adult)

Tuesdays, December 1 and 8 at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool (ages 3-5 years with adult)

Tuesdays, December 1 and 8 at 11:30 a.m.

If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, feel free to contact the 

Children's Department at 843-766-2546.

Hurd/ St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

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  Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED