Books

Suggestions by Rachel Leykin

Educated by Tara Westover

Born to Mormon survivalists in the mountains of Idaho and seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom, Tara Westover tells the story of her journey for education, eventually landing her at Harvard and then Cambridge University.

Born a Crime by Trevor Noah

The true story of a boy born in apartheid South Africa to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother, which was punishable by jail at the time. This memoir is both funny and dramatic, filled with interesting stories on each page.

The Black Swan by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

A black swan is a highly improbable event that is unpredictable, carries a massive impact and is followed with an explanation that makes it appear less random and more predictable than it was. Taleb explains everything we know about what we don’t know, and investigates the Black Swan theory in our world, from the success of Google to 9/11.

Boys & Sex by Peggy Orenstein

An interesting nonfiction read that draws on interviews with young men, psychologists, academics, and experts in the field to dissect “locker room” talk, boys’ understanding of hookup culture and consent, their experience as both victims and perpetrators of sexual violence, and more. Orenstein reveals hidden truths, hard lessons, and important realities of young males’ experiences, resulting in a paradigm-shifting vision of how boys can truly move forward as better men. If you like this book, you should read its female counterpart Girls & Sex, also by Peggy Orenstein.

Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom

After learning his favorite professor, Morrie, was dying, Mitch visited him every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their meetings culminate into one final “class”: lessons in how to live. The true story of a student and teacher that never fails to bring readers a sense of comfort.

Normal People by Sally Rooney

This book follows the life-long story of Connell and Marianne, romantic interests who grew up in the same small town but are complete opposites. A story of friendship, love, and two people who try to stay apart but can’t.

Call Me By Your Name by Andre Aciman

The story of a beautiful romance between a teenage boy and an American summer guest at his parents’ summer house in Italy. This book was also made into a movie with Timothee Chalamet and Armie Hammer!

The Witches by Roald Dahl

A classic for all ages, Witches is the story of a young boy and his Norwegian grandmother as they battle England's child-hating witches. This book was also made into a wonderful movie featuring Anjelica Huston (also known for her role as Mrs. Addams in The Addams Family).

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