Books are often said to be man’s best friends. They can be thrilling, inspiring, funny, meaningful, and so much more. The right books can be more than just a way to pass the time; they can make adolescent kids learn a lot and sharpen their minds as well. If you’re looking for the perfect novels to encourage your young teens to read, then try some of these.
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Harry Potter Series – J K Rowling
No teen book list can be complete without this epic fantasy series about a young boy, who’s chosen to defeat an evil force. Magic becomes the backdrop for this tale of good vs. bad. Buy here -
To Kill A Mockingbird – Harper Lee
This Pulitzer Prize winning book will change the way you think. It’s a story about racial injustice, and prejudice in society, all told from the viewpoint of an innocent six year old girl. Buy here -
The Hunger Games Trilogy- Suzanne Collins
Described by a 16-year-old girl, this thrilling dystopian novel is like a satire of reality TV shows. It deals with severe issues such as starvation, oppression poverty, and effects of war. Buy here -
The Hobbit – J. R. R. Tolkien
This fantasy novel is considered a classic in Children’s literature, and rightly so. As a prelude to the Lord of the Rings trilogy (which is also a great read for young teens, by the way), The Hobbit explores the journey and adventures of Bilbo Baggins where your young one will experience a whole different world created by Tolkien. Buy here -
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy – Douglas Adams
This is a series of comedy science fiction novels, which are written in the form of an encyclopaedia. The geeky, random humour used is sure to keep young readers in splits. Buy here -
Dairy Of A Young Girl – Anne Frank
Discovered in an attic where a young girl hid with her family from the Nazis, this diary is a classic. It reminds us of the war, but also assures us of how strong human spirit is. Buy here -
Shiva Trilogy – Amish Tripathi
If traditional mythology stories don’t interest your kids, then this set surely will. The three parts tell us the story of a man called Shiva, who turns adventurously into a God. Buy here -
The Fault in Our Stars – John Green
A heart wrenching story that will make you cry, but not without helping you understand yourself first. It teaches about love, tragic realism, and fate, while making the readers laugh a little. It’s written by John Green, best known for his young adult novels. You teen might also like Paper Towns and Looking for Alaska written by him. Buy here -
The Book Thief – Markus Zusak
An international bestseller translated into multiple languages, this popular historical novel exposes readers to the horrors of Nazi regime. It also takes them along for an emotional ride, which weaves through a story that’s both terrifying and refreshing. Buy here -
Rusty Runs Away – Ruskin Bond
It traces along five years of an adolescent boy’s life, where the central character rebels and leaves home. The thought provoking tale is adventurous, and a perfect choice for young adults. Buy here
We hope this mix of high fantasy, thrillers, philosophical and dystopia titles has given you some inspiration of what to pick for your teenaged son or daughter. Next time don’t hand them a gadget to play with, instead give them one of these exciting novels to enjoy. They’ll thank you later, that’s a guarantee!