Every artist has their magnum opus–the greatest work of their career. For Nobel Prize winner John Steinback, this was East of Eden. Set in the fruitful lands of Salinas Valley, the novel follows two families whose destinies intertwine, and explores…
Every artist has their magnum opus–the greatest work of their career. For Nobel Prize winner John Steinback, this was East of Eden. Set in the fruitful lands of Salinas Valley, the novel follows two families whose destinies intertwine, and explores…
Since its release in 2017, The Hate U Give has appeared on the NYT Best Sellers list. The novel is destined to become a timeless classic because of the impactful and personal way it addresses social justice issues. Told from…
Time travel is one of the most versatile plot devices in literary history. Do you want pure science fiction? Check. Perhaps some romance? Absolutely! Tragedy or comedy? Both work brilliantly. Time travel can fit practically any genre, from the most…
Tomi Adeyemi’s writing career took off with a bang with the release of her debut best-selling, award-winning novel Children of Blood and Bone. Zélie embarks on a quest to restore magic to her fellow Diviners and free them from the…
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.…
Zadie Smith became an instant phenomenon when her bestselling debut novel White Teeth was published at the tender age of 25. Instantly hailed as “the new Salman Rushdie,” it was clear that an astonishing contemporary writing talent had arrived. That…
Although there are those who question its relevance and appropriateness in the modern classroom, Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird remains a beloved classic. The story of Tom Robinson, a Black man falsely accused of sexual assault in a small…
Marie Lu’s revolutionary debut novel Legend jumpstarted her illustrious career in speculative YA. Protagonists June and Day grew up under vastly different circumstances, yet the military prodigy and the rebel from the slums still manage to work together to uncover…
Jules Verne was one of the most influential popular writers in modern history. A forerunner of the science fiction genre, Verne took inspiration from the explosion of technological progress during the Industrial Revolution. He crafted adventure stories where daring, intelligent…
Since Percy Jackson debuted in 2005, Rick Riordan has been stealth-educating millions of people in over 35 countries with his perfect blend of comedy, action, and Greek mythology. The Percy Jackson series has also been known for its diverse cast…