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Reading Recs

Updated every quarter, so make sure to check back often!

Fantasy • Nonfiction • Misc. • All-time Favorites

I have more detailed reviews for many of these books on my Goodreads page!

Fantasy &Fiction

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Little Thieves
Margaret Owen

"A witty thief protagonist? A not-quite-human, lovable friend? A by-the-book, kind love interest? Gods and heists? Count. Me. In." 

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The Girl of Fire & Thorns
Rae Carson

"Must read if you love strong character development, unique world-building, and large themes made personal."

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All the Crooked Saints
Maggie Stiefvater

"Mystical stand-alone with prose that sucked me in. Every reader will find a character who shares their 'darkness.'"

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Lockwood & Co.
Jonathan Stroud

"Funny, mildly-spooky MG series with tons of plot twists and sweet character moments. Plus it's a phenomenal Netflix show!"

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Foundryside
Robert Jackson Bennett

"An adult fantasy with so many heists!! Our main character has realistic skills and weaknesses navigating a complex world."

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Lost and Found
Orson Scott Card

"Magical realism meets mystery. A story about identity with potent dialogue, friendships, and unique powers."

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YA

Nonfiction

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Atomic Habits
James Clear

"This is life-changing stuff, y'all. The content is revelevant, engaging, and most importantly, applicable right now." 

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In Defense of Food
Michael Pollan

"A truthful and challenging examination of our relationship with food & what we actually put in our bodies."

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As You Wish
Cary Elwes

"My favorite read of 2022. It was an absolute delight to listen to the behind-the-scenes of my favorite movie. It warmed my heart and made me laugh."

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World of Wonders
Aimee Nezhukumatatil

"Captivating creative non-fiction that romanticizes the natural world and intertwines narrative with observation."

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Sci-fi
YA

Misc.

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The Host
Stephenie Meyer

"Wow. Stunning world-building and characters that make you wonder if aliens deserve our planet more than we do."

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Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austen

"I was not prepared to laugh as much as I did. Relatable characters, wit galore, and amazing heart."

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The Road
Cormac McCarthy

"This post-apocalyptic journey is not for the faint of heart. How far is a father willing to go to preserve his son's innocence?"

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The Boy, The Mole...
Charlie Mackesy

...the Fox and the Horse. "A perfect inspirational book with heartfelt quotes and wholesome characters."

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Misc.

My All-time Favorites

This is the only section that will not be swapped regularly. These are the books that I personally believe everyone and their mom should read. I hope you'll be able to find as much joy (and maybe heartache) in them as I do. 

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Ender's Game
Orson Scott Card

"Intense sci-fi you can’t stop reading as things get morally gray. Incredible character psychology and emotion."

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The Scorpio Races
Maggie Stiefvater

"A dangerous but alluring island, personal stakes, and gorgeous prose make this story so special to me. These characters make me feel so deeply."

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Icefall
Matthew J. Kirby

"Not all protagonists need to scream the loudest or act rashly to have strength. A beautiful story with heart and power."

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