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BUDDHA BOY

Kathe Koja, . . Penguin/Speak, $5.99 (117pp) ISBN 978-0-14-240209-2

Narrated by a high school sophomore, this novel explores the tenets of Buddhism via an unlikely friendship between two classmates. In a starred review, PW called it "a compelling introduction to Buddhism and a credible portrait of how true friendship brings out the best in people." Ages 12-up. (Nov.)