From Seed to Story: 10 Books About Personal Growth
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- May 19, 2025
Using historical fiction as a lens to understand today’s politics can really resonate with middle grade readers. Here’s a list of middle grade historical fiction titles that, while set in the past, echo themes relevant to the current political and social climate like activism, immigration, identity, civil rights, misinformation, and polarization. 5 Middle Grade Historical
READ MOREIf you’re into adrenaline-pumping plots, tactical brilliance, and covert ops, here are 5 must-read military thrillers that deliver big on action, authenticity, and suspense: 5 Must-Read Military Thrillers 1. The Terminal List by Jack Carr A SEAL’s team is wiped out in a mission gone wrong—and he uncovers a conspiracy that goes all the way
READ MOREIf you’re looking for novels that depict pro-British (Loyalist) perspectives during the American Revolution, here are a few recommendations: 5 Pro-British Revolution Novels 1. Oliver Wiswell by Kenneth Roberts One of the best-known historical novels from the Loyalist perspective. The book follows Oliver Wiswell, a Yale student turned Loyalist, as he witnesses the revolution from
READ MORESpring is a season of renewal, growth, and transformation—perfectly reflected in literature. Here are ten must-read novels that capture the essence of spring through themes of rebirth, love, and nature. 10 Spring-Themed Novels 1. The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett A classic tale of healing and renewal, this novel follows Mary Lennox as she
READ MOREIf you’re into zombie romance with a touch of fantasy (aka romantasy), here are five must-reads that blend love, the undead, and magical elements: Undying Love: 5 Must-Read Zombie Romantasy Books 1. Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion A zombie with a heart? This cult-favorite novel follows R, a zombie who falls for a human girl,
READ MOREAutofiction—where real life and fiction blur—has been booming lately. If you’re looking for some immersive, thought-provoking reads this spring, here are some must-reads: 5 Autofiction Books You’ve Got To Read This Spring 1. The Copenhagen Trilogy by Tove Ditlevsen A raw, absorbing memoir-novel hybrid about addiction, ambition, and the inner life of a writer. 2.
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