“The Seven Madmen” is a novel written by Roberto Arlt and published in 1929. The novel is set in Buenos Aires and follows the life of Remo Erdosain, a man who is struggling to come to terms with his place in society. The novel is widely regarded as one of the most important works of …
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Shaun Tan’s “The Arrival” is a wordless graphic novel that tells the story of an immigrant’s experience in an imaginary world. The book is composed of small, medium, and large panels, often featuring pages of full artwork. The narrative flow is repeatedly arrested to focus the reader’s attention on silent, often very detailed drawings, spread …
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick is a children’s historical fiction book that has been widely acclaimed for its unique storytelling style. The book is a blend of both text and illustrations, with 284 pictures scattered throughout its 533 pages. The story revolves around Hugo Cabret, an orphan living in a train station …
The Thief of Always is a novel written by Clive Barker. It was published in 1992 and has since become a classic in the horror-adventure genre. The book is targeted towards middle-grade readers, but it has been enjoyed by readers of all ages. The story follows a young boy named Harvey who is bored with …
The Little White Horse by Elizabeth Goudge is a beloved children’s novel that has captured the hearts of readers for generations. First published in 1946, the novel follows the story of a recently orphaned teenage girl who is sent to live with her cousin and guardian in the West Country. Set in 1842, the novel …
The People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks is a captivating novel that tells the story of a rare manuscript known as the Sarajevo Haggadah. This historical fiction novel follows the journey of the illuminated Hebrew manuscript that survives various historical periods and conflicts. The novel is an imagined history following the real clues found …
Kate DiCamillo’s “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane” is a heartwarming story of a china rabbit’s journey of self-discovery and redemption. This allegorical tale has captured the hearts of readers of all ages since its publication in 2006. The novel tells the story of Edward Tulane, a china rabbit who is owned by a young …
“The Book of Lost Things” by John Connolly is a novel that has captured the hearts of many readers. The story follows a young boy named David who is transported to a magical land called Elsewhere, where he encounters an evil power and eventually returns home having learned a valuable lesson. The novel is a …
Galápagos by Kurt Vonnegut is a novel that explores the themes of evolution, human nature, and the consequences of our actions. The story is set in the year 1986, when a group of people sets sail on a cruise to the Galápagos Islands. However, due to a series of events, they become stranded on the …
Salvador Plascencia’s debut novel, The People of Paper, is a work of magical realism that explores themes of love, loss, and the power of storytelling. The novel is narrated by multiple characters, each with their own unique perspective and voice, and is structured as a series of interconnected stories that weave together to create a …