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In this engaging presentation, Mrs. Slim from Troy High School shares insightful tips on how to find the perfect book in genres you love. Adapted from a valuable discussion with Mrs. Gruenthal of Western High School, this guide categorizes literary works into genres like fantasy, science fiction, romance, mystery, and horror. Learn effective ways to choose your next read, whether it's following a beloved author, exploring intriguing covers, or getting recommendations from friends and teachers. Explore a diverse range of suggested titles for every genre to spark your interest!
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What’s My Genre? A Genre Booktalk by Mrs. Slim Troy High School Adapted from a presentation by her good friend, Mrs. Gruenthal, from Western High School
Genre:A term used to classify literary works, such as novel, mystery, historical fiction, biography, short story, poem.
How to Find a Good Book • Follow an author you like • Browse through the shelves and displays for something that catches your eye • Talk to a friend about what they are reading • Follow a genre you like, for example: fantasy, science fiction, mystery, romance • Choosing a cover illustration you like • Start a book in a series, and if you like it, read the rest
How to Find a Good Book • See what other people are reading and enjoying • Follow a favorite topic • Talk to a teacher or librarian for recommendations • Use a book club list, such as Outstanding Books for the College bound. • Follow up on a subject you studied in a class such as mythology, or historical fictions • Look for interesting titles • “Read the Movie” The book is always better!
Fantasy If you Liked Harry Potter Try: • The Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis • The Golden Compass by Phillip Pullman • The Redwall Series by Brian Jacques • The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings by J.R.R Tolkein
Science Fiction • Ender’s Game • Isaac Asimov’s Foundation Series • Books by David Brin • Anne McCaffrey’s Dragonriders of Pern Series • Uglies Series • The Giver • Left Behind Series
Romance • What my Mother Doesn’t Know • Nicholas Sparks books • My Darling, my Hamburger • Out of Time • Running Loose • Like Water for Chocolate
Horror Popular Authors: • Stephen King • Dean Koontz • V. C. Andrews • Anne Rice • R. L. Stine • Christopher Pike
Mystery • The Face on the Milk Carton • Agatha Christie books • The Westing Game • The Celebutantes • Lois Duncan books
Teen Issues • Chicken Soup Books • Go Ask Alice • Smack • Always Running • Ellen Hopkins books • A Child Called It • Shadow of the Dragon • The Outsiders • Angus, Thongs, and Full Frontal Snogging
Action/Adventure • Downriver by Will Hobbes • A Girl Named Disaster by Nancy Farmer • Hatchet by Gary Paulsen • The Cay by Theodore Taylor • Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen • Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz • Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George