The other day, I heard several teenagers complaining about how boring reading can be. Well let me tell you, it doesn’t have to be!
I know most teens consider they have to read classics in order to be an avid reader. That so not true. I actually recommend them to lay off the classics for now and start reading about things that are of their interest.
To be honest, I remember picking some classics from the library but not retaining anything. The only ones that I truly remember were the ones we read in our English class. I think that’s because we had the teacher to thoroughly explain the context of each one and pointing out facts that we would’ve ignored otherwise.
I’m turning 25 in a month, and I consider I’m truly enjoying classics a lot more now that I’m more mature. So don’t worry, you have all the time of the world to dive into them!
I made a list of some of the books I read when I was in high school and remember enjoying them so much!
So if you’re a teenager or a mom t that wants to motivate your teen to start reading, check out these books of their authors if you think they’re too old!
Contemporary Fiction:
- The Book of Luke – Jenny O’Connell
- When it Happens – Susane Colasanti
- The Fault in our Stars – John Green
- Forever… – Judy Blume
- Slammed – Colleen Hoover
- Audrey, Wait! – Robin Benway
- ALL OF SARAH DESSEN’S BOOKS!!!
Historical Fiction:
- The House at Tyneford – Natasha Solomons
- Summer of My German Soldier – Bette Greene
- Morning is a Long Time Coming – Bette Greene
- The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peal Pie Society – Mary Anne Shaffer and Annie Barrows
I hope this list will be super helpful for teens this summer! If you want more book recommendations don’t hesitate to reach out!
I believe girls will benefit a lot more from this list! Sorry boys! I promise I’ll come back with a list of recommendations just for you.