Top Ten Tuesday: Things That Will Make Me Instantly Want To Read A Book
- Middle Grade
Middle grade is definitely my wheel house, I love middle grade novels because they’re not afraid to address the “tough topics”, but I like the underlying layer of hope. YA sometimes is too dark for me! - Historical Fiction
I grew up devouring historical fiction – I loved Caddy Woodlawn, Little House on the Prairie, all the American Girls books and pretty much anything else. I’m not even particular about what period in history, I love it all! - Diverse Characters
Find me a book that discusses a culture, religion, disability, race, etc. and I’m happy. I think diversity is so important and I’m enjoying so many of the books that are becoming available that are diverse, but not about diversity. - Magical Realism
I love books with just a little bit of magic, in a very real world atmosphere. I always say that when a book starts with a map and ends with a glossary of words (usually in a made up language), I’m done! - Realistic Fiction
I really enjoy realistic fiction middle grade novels – I’m not sure exactly what it is about this specific genre, but I love them. I think I like that kids can see themselves in these novels and relate to these characters or be able to understand their friends and classmates. These books are powerful in creating a safe space for kids to learn. - Fairytale Re-telling
Tell me a story is a fairytale re-telling and I’ll pick it up right away. I love fractured fairy tales, retellings and everything in between. I think it’s because I already have a familiarity with the story so I get to enjoy the story that much more. It’s like visiting an old friend and not even needing to say anything, but just start up where you last left off. - Coming-of-Age
I enjoy coming-of-age novels because you can see so much growth in the protagonist. I lean more toward the younger side of coming-of-age and definitely more recently published books over the classics, but it’s a story arc that I enjoy and am always looking out for. - Novels in Verse
I didn’t read novels in verse as a child, but I really enjoy them as an adult (still in the middle grade age range), because they use language in such a strong way. You have to try really hard to create a novel in verse that is both powerful and accessible and those are my favorite. - Mysteries
I love mysteries – I grew up reading The Boxcar Children, Encyclopedia Brown, Nancy Drew, the usuals. I think the anticipation of trying to solve the crime and the adventure that is involved it what makes this genre work for me. - Art
I seriously considered an art history minor in college – I love art of all types, painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, whatever you can find. If a book incorporates art (usually in a mystery), it will automatically get added to my TBR list.
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Ramona
All of these (except fairy tale retelling) could describe my reading life too. Fun way to write a Top Ten Tuesday.
Terje
Ramona directed me to your post. She created her own top ten list and then said how surprised she was on the spin you took on this. You have a diverse genre list. Happy Reading!
bevbaird
Would have to agree with all of your choices. Also – when a friend or blogger I respect recommends a book, I tend to read it. I have lists and lists of books to read – and am working my way through. A good romance also gets me reading and any new book by an author I love( Louise Penny and Susanna Kearsley have new books coming out late summer!)