Many high schoolers have not read a book for pleasure in years. Find joy in reading again with these books for all different types of readers.

Need a quick read to get back into it? Do you enjoy coming of age stories with real, relatable issues. Then read the 213 page tale of socially awkward high school freshman, Charlie, in The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky.

More of a sci-fi guy, gal, or person? Dive into the captivating world of Arrakis with this 1965 epic, Dune by Frank Herbert. At 704 pages, this book will keep you occupied all summer long.

For those who have trouble staying focused, short stories may be for you! Check out the 14 short stories in Homesick For Another World by Ottessa Moshfegh.

And finally, return to childhood nostalgia in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by JK Rowling. This 320 page read is perfect for easy reading by the pool or on the couch, with many, many sequels to follow if you find yourself wanting more.