The January 2008 Hot List

Get your life in order! 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey (Fireside)

It's a new year, and for most people, that means a desire to organize their lives, make new plans, and put old plans into action. The very idea of those things can give you a serious case of stress-o-ritis, which makes this gem of a book a great place to start. With tips on homework, managing friendships, dealing with stress and peer pressure, how to communicate effectively, and figuring out what's really your priority in life, the book also includes cool quotes, cartoons, and real-life stories to inspire you to be the best you that you can be. It's especially handy for anyone starting the whole college-planning/application process because, again, it helps you to get organized and to figure out what your priorities are — which are two very important points when trying to decide where you want to spend four years of your life (and tens, maybe even hundreds, of thousands of dollars) to further your education!

Check it out now at amazon.com.