A book written by someone when they were under the age of 25: The DUFF: Designated Ugly Fat Friend by Kody Keplinger
Kody wrote this book when she was 18, which makes me feel extremely unaccomplished! I'm currently halfway through and I'm liking it so far. This book has been made into a movie and I'll be interested in seeing it.
A book written by someone when they were over the age of 65
A collection of short stories (either by one person or an anthology by many people): My True Love Gave to Me edited by Stephanie Perkins
This was one of my book club readings for December. It had a wide variety of different YA authors and it was a quick read!
A book published by an indie press: The Boring Patient by R. David Lankes
So this book was actually written by a professor of mine from grad school. He has published several books before this about library science. This book is about his experiences with cancer and he self-publishes! The name of the self-publishing group is called CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. I'd say that book is very indie. Also, I recommend this text to my fellow graduates and those that work in the medical field.
A book by or about someone that identifies as LGBTQ: Lord John and the Succubus by Diana Gabaldon
The main character is Lord John and he is gay, but keeps it a secret since the story takes place in the 18th century, I think. He is also in the military and has a secret attraction to a main character in the Outlander series (sorry if this is a spoiler!).
A book by a person whose gender is different from your own: A Clash of Kings by George R.R. Martin
This is the second book in the Game of Thrones series. I'm still trucking through it so I can be caught up when I watch the second season.
A book that takes place in Asia
A book by an author from Africa
A book that is by or about someone from an indigenous culture (Native Americans, Aboriginals, etc.)
A microhistory
A young adult novel: Please Ignore Vera Dietz by A.S. King
It's interesting and kind of reminds me of Thirteen Reasons Why which is FANTASTIC on audio and very sad, but I highly recommend it. Ah, I just love YA.
A sci-fi novel
A romance novel: A Breath of Snow and Ashes by Diana Gabaldon
One day I will finish her series! I took a hiatus from continuing the series since each book is at least 600 pages long. But I can't stay away too long! If you've read her books or have watched the TV miniseries - this series has multiple genres, but I would definitely consider them romance novels (with lots of historical fiction, time travel, action, and mystery).
A National Book Award, Man Booker Prize or Pulitzer Prize winner from the last decade: Late Wife by Claudia Emerson
This book is dear to my heart because it was written from a poetry professor of mine in undergrad. She was a Pulitzer Prize winning poet and I was lucky enough to take a creative writing class with her. Unfortunately, she passed away last year from cancer so I purchased some of her poetry in her remembrance. This book of poetry received the Pulitzer Prize in 2005.
A book that is a retelling of a classic story (fairytale, Shakespearian play, classic novel, etc.)
An audiobook: Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist by Rachel Cohn
I am always listening to audiobooks, whether it's a book on CD in my car or on my phone when I'm walking the dog. This was definitely a good choice to listen to with audio. I wasn't as impressed with the movie, however...
A collection of poetry: Pinion: An Elegy by Claudia Emerson
This is also another book of poetry written from my late poetry professor. This was one of her first published books. All of her work is beautiful and haunting!
A book that someone else has recommended to you
A book that was originally published in another language
A graphic novel, a graphic memoir or a collection of comics of any kind: This One Summer by Jillian Tamaki
This one was really quick read but it covered a depth of characterization!
A book that you would consider a guilty pleasure (Read, and then realize that good entertainment is nothing to feel guilty over): Dancing in My Nuddy Pants by Louise Rennison
I'm still getting through this series because it's hilarious. The main character is goofy and kind of boy crazy but I love it all the same. I guess I see it as a guilty pleasure because of the title!
A book published before 1850
A book published this year: George by Alex Gino
This is a middle grade children's book, that I purchased for our library, and it is about a 4th grade girl who is in the body of boy. It's one of the few children's books that discusses transgender, which is a step in the right direction!
A self-improvement book (can be traditionally or non-traditionally considered “self-improvement”)
A collection of short stories (either by one person or an anthology by many people): My True Love Gave to Me edited by Stephanie Perkins
This was one of my book club readings for December. It had a wide variety of different YA authors and it was a quick read!
A book published by an indie press: The Boring Patient by R. David Lankes
So this book was actually written by a professor of mine from grad school. He has published several books before this about library science. This book is about his experiences with cancer and he self-publishes! The name of the self-publishing group is called CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. I'd say that book is very indie. Also, I recommend this text to my fellow graduates and those that work in the medical field.
A book by or about someone that identifies as LGBTQ: Lord John and the Succubus by Diana Gabaldon
The main character is Lord John and he is gay, but keeps it a secret since the story takes place in the 18th century, I think. He is also in the military and has a secret attraction to a main character in the Outlander series (sorry if this is a spoiler!).
A book by a person whose gender is different from your own: A Clash of Kings by George R.R. Martin
This is the second book in the Game of Thrones series. I'm still trucking through it so I can be caught up when I watch the second season.
A book that takes place in Asia
A book by an author from Africa
A book that is by or about someone from an indigenous culture (Native Americans, Aboriginals, etc.)
A microhistory
A young adult novel: Please Ignore Vera Dietz by A.S. King
It's interesting and kind of reminds me of Thirteen Reasons Why which is FANTASTIC on audio and very sad, but I highly recommend it. Ah, I just love YA.
A sci-fi novel
A romance novel: A Breath of Snow and Ashes by Diana Gabaldon
One day I will finish her series! I took a hiatus from continuing the series since each book is at least 600 pages long. But I can't stay away too long! If you've read her books or have watched the TV miniseries - this series has multiple genres, but I would definitely consider them romance novels (with lots of historical fiction, time travel, action, and mystery).
A National Book Award, Man Booker Prize or Pulitzer Prize winner from the last decade: Late Wife by Claudia Emerson
This book is dear to my heart because it was written from a poetry professor of mine in undergrad. She was a Pulitzer Prize winning poet and I was lucky enough to take a creative writing class with her. Unfortunately, she passed away last year from cancer so I purchased some of her poetry in her remembrance. This book of poetry received the Pulitzer Prize in 2005.
A book that is a retelling of a classic story (fairytale, Shakespearian play, classic novel, etc.)
An audiobook: Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist by Rachel Cohn
I am always listening to audiobooks, whether it's a book on CD in my car or on my phone when I'm walking the dog. This was definitely a good choice to listen to with audio. I wasn't as impressed with the movie, however...
A collection of poetry: Pinion: An Elegy by Claudia Emerson
This is also another book of poetry written from my late poetry professor. This was one of her first published books. All of her work is beautiful and haunting!
A book that someone else has recommended to you
A book that was originally published in another language
A graphic novel, a graphic memoir or a collection of comics of any kind: This One Summer by Jillian Tamaki
This one was really quick read but it covered a depth of characterization!
A book that you would consider a guilty pleasure (Read, and then realize that good entertainment is nothing to feel guilty over): Dancing in My Nuddy Pants by Louise Rennison
I'm still getting through this series because it's hilarious. The main character is goofy and kind of boy crazy but I love it all the same. I guess I see it as a guilty pleasure because of the title!
A book published before 1850
A book published this year: George by Alex Gino
This is a middle grade children's book, that I purchased for our library, and it is about a 4th grade girl who is in the body of boy. It's one of the few children's books that discusses transgender, which is a step in the right direction!
A self-improvement book (can be traditionally or non-traditionally considered “self-improvement”)
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