The Demon of Unrest
by Erik Larson

If you love history, you will love his books - he researches his books for several years and finds the back stories of people who were involved with historical events like the Civil War.

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The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters 

It's a spooky little gothic novel I stumbled on one day. 

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What is Life?
by Sir Paul Nurse 

The title of the book might indicate an existential question, but in reality, Paul Nurse presents a biological explanation for what life is and makes the science easy to understand. He is a captivating storyteller and makes complex biological concepts relatable for non-scientists. 

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Ender's Game
by Orson Scott Card 

I read this book my junior year of high school and then almost every year since. I had never really been a fan of sci-fi before this novel, but the way the author created such vivid worlds and relatable, well-developed characters changed how I thought about the genre. 

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The House in the Cerulean Sea
by TJ Klune 

I loved this book because it is magical! It is a sweet story of loving all people regardless of their differences. This book is for middle and upper school students.

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The Nightingale
by Kristin Hannah

It is such a well-written story about the combat nurses in the Vietnam War. It's long, but well worth the time to read or listen. 

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The Inheritance Games
by Jennifer Lynn Barnes 

It's a mystery written by a cognitive scientist who adds unexpected layers to her characters that keep you guessing! 

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The Nickel Boys
by Colson Whitehead 

This book is beautifully written and culturally relevant. It is challenging, but draws readers in quickly and keeps their attention. I was very invested in the characters and their story, and was surprised by the ending. 

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The Fear Zone
by K.R. Alexander 

As an avid fan of horror and horror novels, Alexander's The Fear Zone offers a thrilling adventure involving fears and friendship. Better yet, it's part of a larger series involving the same cast of characters! 

Last Days of Summer
by Steve Kluger 

Joey Margolis is one of my favorite characters in literature. This novel, told through letters, newspaper articles, postcards, and telegrams, details the story of the most reverently irreverent twelve-year-old baseball fanatic during WWII. To tell you more would give it all away--let's just say that you, too, will fall in love with Joey. 

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask (Young Readers Edition)
by Anton Treuer

As a non-Native wife and mother to a Native husband and son, I found this book to be a great starting place for learning about Native American histories, lives, and cultures. I feel this book is useful for both non-Native and Native people alike and would be an excellent read for any of our students who are curious about the topic. 

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I Never Thought of it That Way
by Monica Guzman

This is an excellent book for anyone who wants advice on empathetic conversations surrounding politics and the 2024 election.

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