On the Internet, students will find a wide variety of book recommendations based on their personal reading interests. There are websites, maintained by librarians and students, suggesting everything from classics to graphic novels. Lists are often categorized by genre, reading level, or subject matter. Links to several excellent resources for recommended reading lists are below.The librarian is always available to help you create a personalized reading plan.
- Best Books for Young Adults - YALSA, a group of librarians for young adults, grants numerous literary awards for great books for teens. They also create lists of recommended reading, which are updated regularly. This link will take you to all of their most recent booklists.
- Between the Covers - Literary Awards & Booklists - "The Web's best illustrated guide to literary awards and book lists."
- Guys Read - This site, by guys and for guys, has great lists of books to appeal to - who else? - GUYS! Lists are categorized by genre.
- Outstanding Books for College Bound Students - YALSA created and updates a list of books which will expose readers to a wide range of perspectives and topics. Lists are organized by academic disciplines.
- Time's 100 Best Novels - Time Magazine critics selected their choices for the 100 best novels since 1923.