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Things That Make Me Say "WOW!" :)
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StargirlStargirl by Jerry Spinelli
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $0.01
WOW!!!!! (what did I tell you?) This book is absolutely BRILLIANT. Talk about inspiring! I could read this book countless times without getting bored... it's amazing (yes, I use that word a lot :)).
Holes (Newbery Medal Book)Holes (Newbery Medal Book) by Louis Sachar
Buy new: $11.56 / Used from: $0.01
I read this book a few years ago and loved it; I recently reread it and now I love it even more. It's totally worth reading for just the ending, but, trust me, once you start, you won't need a reason!
The GiverThe Giver by Lois Lowry
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Whoa... that's pretty much all I can say. I don't know how many times I've read this book, but it's amazed me since I was ten years old. Geez.
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (Sisterhood of Traveling Pants)The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (Sisterhood of Traveling Pants) by Ann Brashares
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $0.01
What can I say? This book is adorable! The story (not to mention the title) is so intriguing, and I was able to relate to all four of the girls in some way or another.
Hearts in AtlantisHearts in Atlantis by Stephen King
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Okay, this is officially my favorite book ever. It's nothing short of amazing. Seriously. Far superior to the movie (which I DID like, but only cos I was an extra in the carnival scene, hehe :))
Go Ask AliceGo Ask Alice by Anonymous
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Wow... wow. Wow. Read this. You won't regret it. I promise.
The Ultimate Broadway Fake BookThe Ultimate Broadway Fake Book
Buy new: $45.00 / Used from: $34.99
I LOVE this book! It's not as complete as it should be :::grumblegrumble:: but it's my fave as far as auditions go, and I use it allll the time! :) :)
The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology: Mezzo-Soprano/AltoThe Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology: Mezzo-Soprano/Alto
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $10.39
GREAT if you're an alto/mezzo belter (like me, hehe :)); there's also a soprano edition available (and a few more, if I'm not mistaken). This book has sooo much, and it's INCREDIBLY helpful!!
Broadway Belter's SongbookBroadway Belter's Songbook
Buy new: $13.56 / Used from: $8.78
Woohoo!!!!!!!!! A whole book of belt-y songs. :) This book is wonderful for fellow Broadway belters out there; I know it helped me!
Rent (1996 Original Broadway Cast)Rent (1996 Original Broadway Cast) by Jeff Potter
Buy new: $27.99 / Used from: $8.50
This show is SO AMAZING. There is no way you can listen to the reprise of "I'll Cover You" without being completely moved. WOW. --oh, that, and I was BORN to play Maureen. ;)
Les Miserables (1987 Original Broadway Cast)Les Miserables (1987 Original Broadway Cast) by Alain Boublil
Buy new: $32.49 / Used from: $9.95
I've finally decided on a favorite musical and this is it. "One Day More"? Unbelievable. And yes, I DO prefer Terrence Mann to Philip Quast!!! (BTW, Eponine is another one of my future roles :))
Cats (1982 Original Broadway Cast)Cats (1982 Original Broadway Cast) by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Buy used from: $2.98
WHY DOES EVERYONE HATE THIS SHOW?! It was the first musical I ever saw (I was five) and that's what got me started in the first place! The music is gorgeous, no matter what anyone else says.