August is here—the last month of summer break! Whether you're soaking up the sun or starting to think about heading back to school, it’s a great time to squeeze in a few more amazing reads. These six books are full of heart, humor, mystery, and magic—perfect for middle school girls looking to escape into a good story before fall arrives. Taking Up Space by Alyson Gerber Sarah is a talented basketball player, but something doesn’t feel right. She starts to struggle with her body image and with ...
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Summer Reading for Teen Girls: 6 Fantastic Books to Read in July
The sunshine and long days of July are perfect for relaxing with a good book. Whether you're at the pool, traveling with family, or chilling at home with the AC on, this list has something for every mood. These stories are full of adventure, emotion, laughter, and strong girl power—perfect for 7th-grade readers and up! Front Desk by Kelly Yang Mia Tang is a 10-year-old girl (but don’t let her age fool you—this story is full of big ideas and heart). She manages the front desk of a motel her ...
Summer Reading for Teen Girls: 6 Amazing Books to Read in June
School’s out, the sun is shining, and it’s the perfect time to dive into a good book! Whether you love mystery, romance, fantasy, or just stories about strong girls finding their way, there’s something on this list for everyone. Here are six great reads that are fun, inspiring, and perfect for teen girls to enjoy this June! The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han This book is all about Belly, a teenage girl who spends every summer at the beach with her mom’s best friend and her two sons. But ...
Spare by Prince Harry
Wow. Wow is my first reaction after finishing Spare by Prince Harry. I've never followed the Royal Family very close. I knew Prince Harry and Prince William were in my age group so I was aware of them growing up. Aware of the tragedy they had gone through losing their mother. But at the same time, I was not aware of how things were for them solely because they were born into the Royal Family. To say the British press is horrible is putting it lightly. The British press is toxic, vicious, ...
The Enchanted Sonata by Heather Dixon Wallwork
If you are a fan of the Nutcracker Ballet then you are going to want to keep on reading. Or even if you enjoyed The Nutcracker and the Four Realms I know you'll want to keep reading. The Enchanted Sonata is loosely based off of the classic The Nutcracker ballet. Similar to how The Nutcracker and the Four Realms was loosely based off the ballet but yet had its own unique storyline. Here's the what the book says The Enchanted Sonata is about - Clara Stahlbaum has her future perfectly ...
The Hunter’s Way by Craig Raleigh
Books make great holiday gifts. Especially when you pick out a book you just know the recipient will love. The Hunter's Way: A Guide to the Heart and Soul of Hunting by Craig Raleigh is the perfect book for any hunter. The Hunter's Way is Craig Raleigh's meditative and philosophical journey into the soul of a hunter. Divided into four parts that mirror the hunting experience - the background, the preparation, the hunt, and the harvest - it addresses the paradox of hunting as ...