Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher
The moral lesson here is to treat everyone kindly. You never know if any of your actions would create a deep gash in another person’s heart. Also, do what you must. Time never waits.
Little House on the Prairie (Little House #3), by Laura Ingalls Wilder
Recommended for kids aged 8-12 on the back cover, this book was easy to read, and the words were in those of the little girl Laura’s, giving everything an innocent and lively touch.
Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops (Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops #1), by Jen Campbell
CUSTOMER: I’ve been looking through your geography section – I can’t find any books on Atlantis.
BOOKSELLER: You know, I think we managed to lose those.
This book is ridiculously entertaining. Years ago, I picked it up from the shelf of a local bookshop, read parts of it, and remembered to be very funny. This time, I really read and finished the book.
Puddin’ (Dumplin’ #2) by Julie Murphy
I sort of feel like doorbells are as useless as landline telephones. I mean, if you’re going to come over, wouldn’t you just text me? And if you don’t have my number to text me, do I even want you coming over?
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women (Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls #1) by Elena Favilli, Francesca Cavallo
This book had me smiling and close to happy tears on various occasions. It is wonderful to have such a compilation of female individuals’ stories in such plain language. Everyone should read about these wonderful people around the world who are willing to fight the system just to pursue their dreams.