15 Books to Read before You Turn 15:

Teenage is an exciting time for children as they change both physically and mentally. They also start exploring new things and surround themselves with friends and don’t want any interruptions from their parents. This is also the age where teens may develop either good or bad habits which will continue with them throughout life. A teenager’s mind is still moldable, and it is important that it is moulded in the right direction and not the wrong one. This will ensure healthy development for your teen, and they will further teach these habits to the future generation. The first and foremost thing of such a good habit is encouraging our teens to read books that will expand their ever-growing minds and increase their curiosity about everything. Teenagers love to do many things during these years, for example, sports, talking for long hours with their friends, pursuing their hobbies, and the like. So, reading can be added as a hobby to their curriculum. This will ensure that they are walking the right path. So, what are some of the best books that teens can read before they turn 15? This blog is here to explore the very same topic. So, let’s dive into the world of teenage books. 5 Books Every Teen Should Read Before They Turn 15

1. Oliver Twist-This book by Charles Dickens is a classic in itself as it explores the life of Oliver who gets entrapped in the evil society in which he lives and how he roams the streets of London as a labourer, then a thief, and finally becomes a nobleman. This book will help teens learn about life and society in a better manner.

2. Pride and Prejudice-Another classic novel, this time by Jane Austen. The love story between Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett is a timeless one that has enthralled millions of people to date. The story of the 5 Bennett sisters who dream of nothing else but to get married to suitable men whenever they find one for themselves. Jane Austen through this novel tells us how love endures in the world.

3. 1984- George Orwell’s classic 1984 is a novel of the future. It talks about how society will become individualistic and is written 40 years into the future. This book should be read by every teen out there as it will give them a better insight into the workings of the world.

4. The Fault in Our Stars-This novel is a modern classic and has been adapted into movies for both Hollywood and Bollywood. While the Hollywood title remained the same, for Bollywood the title of the movie was changed to Dil Bechara starring the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput. It is the story of Augustus Waters and Hazel Grace Lancaster, who both have cancer but fall deeply in love with each other. This one is a very tragic novel that has given tears to many people throughout the world.

5. Simon vs The Homo Sapiens Agenda-This book may feel a bit odd for some readers, especially for those who are not familiar with the topic of LGBTQ+. This is the story of 2 young boys who are gay and how they deal with the pressures and challenges of society in their day-to-day life. But, this book can be read to gain a perspective on this topic and even pique your curiosity for the same.

6. To Kill A Mocking Bird- Harper Lee’s fiction has enthralled many teenagers. This book is especially very famous as it tells the story of how people who live in poverty face racial discrimination as well. This is a must-read for every teenager in today's world as it provides a deep sense of connection to every reader irrespective of the robust language used by Harper Lee.

7. The Hunger Games- The story of Katniss and Peeta and their fight for survival is captured in this trilogy by Suzanne Collins. It comes under the genre of dystopian fiction and is a very gripping read.

8. The Catcher in the Rye- This is also a very interesting novel for teens as it will lead them into a whole new world and they will read and experience the life story of Holden Caulfield who has narrated the entire novel wherein he talks about his experiences.

9. The Book Thief- This is a heart-warming story written by Markus Zusak wherein he tells the readers about a little girl living in Nazi Germany with her family who steals books to read as her family is unable to afford them for her. The themes of this book are family, books, and trust.

10. Harry Potter Series- Arguably, the most famous series for teens is the Harry Potter Series. Almost every child has an entire collection of books and movies and we are sure that he/she also watches or reads the series once in a while. J.K. Rowling’s best-selling series has taken imagination, fantasy, and magic to a whole new level.

11. Artemis Fowl- This is the story of a 12-year-old boy who is brilliant but dedicates his entire life to crime. This series of 8 books deal with Artemis’ drive to criminality. Teens must read this book only for enjoyment, not to follow the ways of Artemis.

12. Little Women- Louisa May Alcott and her world of 4 sisters- Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy have continued to inspire many teen girls to follow their ambitions and the story has ever since becoming a classic in its own right. This novel is here to stay and will continue to inspire many more girls in the future.

13. Jane Eyre- Charlotte Bronte’s novel talks about the topic of feminism. She was one of the first female novelists to write about feminism. This novel must be read by every teen before turning 15.

14. The Giver- This is a sort of utopian fiction where the author invites the readers to a world where they don’t have the power to make any choice. This novel plays on the reader’s mind to assess and analyze the power of memories.

15. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer- Mark Twain’s famous novel explores the adventures of a little boy named Tom Sawyer. He is always involved in one or the other adventure with his friends! This is a very fun read for all teens out there and must grace their bookshelves. So, these are our top 15 picks for children who will soon turn 15. So, grab hold of some of these or all of them and enjoy your teen reading session.

Happy reading.