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My favorite book recs
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items These are some books that I've read throughout my life that have intrigued me. Including some hidden gems I read in school as a student in NYC.
Eye-opening book that really makes you reflect on dystopian worlds.
The Giver (Newbery Medal Winner) by Lois Lowry, Paperback
A coming-of-age story about a black woman exploring different relationships and how she views love. Honestly, I read this in school, and it's such a good book to analyze because of its vernacular, motif, and characterization of black people during th...
Their Eyes Were Watching God: Hurston Novel
These books are honestly so heartwarming for summer lovers like myself, but they also have a fun plot. It's really intriguing to compare the books to the show!
The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
Must read if you used to watch Nickelodeon. Jeanette's story is so eye-opening, and it provides a lot of insight into what many of our favorite actors have gone through on set. This is a recurring topic, and her story is so interesting and will chang...
I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
Based on a true story about Salva Dut! It's an encouraging story about a kid being separated from his family and having to survive on his own. He then became the founder of Water for South Sudan. Truly motivating story, knowing that it's based on rea...
A Long Walk to Water
This graphic novel is so comforting as a teenager. Raina's stories are funny and relatable, paired with the cutest art style.
Smile: A Graphic Novel - Raina Telgemeier