Book List

Discover the top books every college freshman should read before starting their higher education journey. These books encompass classic literature, non-fiction inspiration, personal development, social issue novels, and practical college life guides.

Anthony Doerr is an award-winning American author best known for his beautifully crafted short stories and novels. Across his body of work, Doerr explores themes of memory, grief, loss, and human connection through vividly drawn characters and settings.

Jane Austen was one of the most famous English authors of the early 19th century. Though not considered particularly famous during her own lifetime, her works have endured the test of time and remain widely beloved today. She is revered for her witty prose and ability to capture the nuances of social class and courtship within Regency era England. Austen wrote six major novels that are now regarded as classics of English literature.

The Cormoran Strike novels follow war veteran turned private detective Cormoran Strike as he solves sinister murders that have left the authorities stumped. Rowling brings her extraordinary talents for plotting, suspense and characterization to these compelling murder mysteries for adults.

The Booker Prize Foundation has announced the 13-book longlist for the 2023 Booker Prize. The 2023 longlist features four debut novelists - Jonathan Escoffery, Siân Hughes, Viktoria Lloyd-Barlow and Chetna Maroo. It also includes three writers with previous Booker nominations, the most notable being Sebastian Barry who joins an elite group of authors with five or more Booker nods.