Elizabeth Gilbert eats her way through Italy, meditates in India, and seeks balance in Indonesia. Her three-pronged trip is spurred by a divorce, a bitter rebound relationship, and a nasty bout of depression. With a cheeky narrative voice and the…
Elizabeth Gilbert eats her way through Italy, meditates in India, and seeks balance in Indonesia. Her three-pronged trip is spurred by a divorce, a bitter rebound relationship, and a nasty bout of depression. With a cheeky narrative voice and the…
Suzanne Collins’ debut novel Gregor the Overlander is a fast-paced, middle grade fantasy featuring an unlikely hero. As Gregor battles the savage underworld rats of New York City, we hope he will emerge victorious. If you’re looking for more gripping…
Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan illustrates a jarring coming of age tale steeped in history. After a tragic incident, Esperanza is forced to abandon her family ranch in Mexico and join a farm labor camp in California. Deplorable work…
After nearly two decades, readers and adventurers are still magnetized by Into The Wild, Jon Krakauer’s story of Christopher McCandless. Though he was inexperienced, McCandless traveled into the Alaskan wilderness. He lived and died by the majesty of nature, and…
Water for Elephants is a romantic slice of 1930’s Americana. But woven between the fabric of Gruen’s big top are the gritty realities of circus life. For more stories filled with intrigue, attraction, and mystery, check out these nine novels. …
In Gary Paulsen’s Hatchet, Brian survives alone in the Canadian bush with only a hatchet. No matter the obstacle–crash landing, tornado, dangerous encounters with bear, moose, and porcupine–Brian perseveres. If Hatchet inspired you, check out these 11 harrowing stories. 1.…
One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus is a delicious YA whodunit. McManus balances a mysterious killing and the coming of age stories of four high school students. Unforeseen character developments and ongoing plot twists keep readers turning…
The best-selling memoir Wild captivates readers with its heart-pounding adventure and emotional arc. When death, divorce, and addiction threaten to dismantle Cheryl Strayed’s life, she decides to journey 1,100 miles across the Pacific Crest Trail. Danger lurks behind every bend,…