By Johanna Golden • September 11, 2024 • 24 min read When it comes to books to read for teens, there’s no shortage of sparkling stories. Whether you’re a teen yourself or simply appreciate a great young adult novel, we have the book for you. From classic coming-of-age stories...
" Geoge Orwell’s classic dystopian novel. "1984" is one of the most frequently referenced novels in academic writing, and the political implications of the novel remain relevant decades after it was first written. Naturally, it’s a must-read for any college-...
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/jan/22/1000-novels-science-fiction-fantasy-part-three 1000 novels everyone must read: Science Fiction & Fantasy (part three) * guardian.co.uk, Thursday 22 January 2009 00.01 GMT * Article history Chuck Palahniuk: Fight Club (1996) http://www.douban....
I can't get enough of true crime books. I'm hooked on learning about the dark side of human nature. Every reader will tell you that true crime books have something unique to offer. However, what makes true crime books highly addictive? Getting Inside the Criminal Mind We read true crime...
Read a reviewofSwan Volume 1 forSwan Volume 1 A classicshojo mangatitle from the '70's now available in English from CMX, Kyoko Ariyoshi'sSwanfollows Masumi, a talented but insecure ballet student as she competes against world-class dancers to become a prima ballerina. Ariyoshi's emotionally...
Read a reviewofSwan Volume 1 forSwan Volume 1 A classicshojo mangatitle from the '70's now available in English from CMX, Kyoko Ariyoshi'sSwanfollows Masumi, a talented but insecure ballet student as she competes against world-class dancers to become a prima ballerina. Ariyoshi's emotionally...
Often getting kids to read more takes trying something new. My 10-year-old son was a reluctant reader for a long time until he found the Dog Man books (#X on the list below.) While they’re not as meaty as classic books, my son loved them so much, it inspired him to start read...
I read the reviews for this book and realized I had to get one for myself. I’m an avid reader and usually buy non-fiction science books about space and physics. I ordered two of these, one to give to my best friend, I’m 29 and she is 40. This book is great for all ages!
If it’s good for young adults (older teens) it’s probably good for adults, too, and vice-versa. So, these are the adult fiction books I really enjoyed in 2024. (Links are to reviews here at Semicolon) Joy in the Morningby P.G. Wodehouse. I read this one for Cindy Rollins’ ...
The 5 Must-Read Books for the Last Five Weeks of Summer From the buzzy coming-of-age story to the current-events commentary, here’s what should be in your beach bag—best-seller lists be-damned. By Julia Vitale From the Magazine Meet Ken Fulk, Silicon Valley’s In...