Divergent
First book in the Divergent trilogy, which has sold more than 32 million copies worldwide. More
Katherine Applegate
I write to see where I’ve already been. More
The Boy in the Dress
The sharp and funny first novel for children from bestselling publishing phenomenon David Walliams. More
Veronica Roth
I read because reading changes you. More
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
Garner’s celebrated children’s fantasy novel has become a cult classic of children’s literature. More
Howl’s Moving Castle
This popular novel stars one of the most beloved and charismatic characters in children’s literature. More
Tessa Duder
This week, I’ve been with Elena Ferrante in Naples, travelling The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan... More
The Graveyard Book
Winner of the Newbery Medal, the Carnegie Medal, and the Hugo Award for Best Novel. More
Red Scarf Girl
Searing memoir set during the height of the Cultural Revolution in China. More
Kiera Cass
Reading has always been a safe place for me. More
Freaky Friday
Classic comedic children’s novel that is so funny it has been adapted into film three times. More
Francesca Lia Block
It has been said that only two things helped survivors of the Holocaust: 1) massage and 2) telling their stories. More
Victoria Aveyard
Reading, writing, and story have always been my gateway. More
Dan Gutman
The book that influenced me the most was not even written by an author. More
The New Kid on the Block
Prelutsky was named America’s first Children’s Poet Laureate by the Poetry Foundation. More
Dodger
Michael L. Printz Honor Book from bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett; rich with humor and wisdom. More
Lauren Oliver
I read so that I can learn and I write so that I can explore. More
Beezus and Ramona
Newbery Medal winner; humorous and beloved tale of the ups and downs of sisterhood. More
Soman Chainani
Whatever psychic wounds have turned me into a writer I am thankful for. More
Cammie McGovern
As the younger sister of an adored (sometimes overly perfect) sister, discovering Ramona and Beezus and the gang on Klikitat Street was a life-changer for me. More
Bridge to Terabithia
Newbery Medal–winning novel; a true modern classic and touchstone of children’s literature. More
Sabriel
A revolutionary story that made Nix a rising star in the fantasy genre. More
The Butterfly Lion
A moving story of enduring friendship, this is the award-winning favorite from a master storyteller. More