### Classic Literature
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee

A timeless novel that explores themes of racial injustice, moral growth, and empathy.
"1984" by George Orwell

A dystopian novel that delves into themes of totalitarianism, surveillance, and the power of language.
"The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald

A novel that explores themes of the American Dream, class, and disillusionment in the Jazz Age.
"Lord of the Flies" by William Golding

A story that examines human nature and the breakdown of societal norms when a group of boys are stranded on an island.
"Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen

A classic novel that explores themes of love, class, and social expectations in 19th century England.

### Contemporary Fiction
"The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas

A powerful novel that addresses racial injustice, police violence, and activism through the eyes of a teenager.
"The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky

A coming-of-age story that deals with themes of friendship, trauma, and self-discovery.
"Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell

A novel about young love, identity, and the complexities of family life.
"The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak

Set in Nazi Germany, this novel explores the power of words and the human spirit through the story of a young girl who steals books.
"A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness

A poignant novel that deals with themes of grief, loss, and acceptance through a blend of fantasy and reality.

### Science Fiction & Fantasy
"Ender’s Game" by Orson Scott Card

A science fiction novel that explores themes of war, leadership, and the moral complexities of conflict.
"The Giver" by Lois Lowry

A dystopian novel that examines themes of memory, individuality, and societal control.
"The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien

A fantasy novel that follows the journey of Bilbo Baggins as he discovers bravery and adventure.
"The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins

A dystopian series that deals with themes of survival, resistance, and the effects of media and entertainment.
"Ready Player One" by Ernest Cline

A novel set in a dystopian future where virtual reality dominates, exploring themes of escapism, technology, and identity.

### Non-Fiction & Memoir
"Between the World and Me" by Ta-Nehisi Coates

A powerful letter from a father to his son, addressing the realities of race in America.
"Educated" by Tara Westover

A memoir about a woman who grows up in a strict and abusive household in rural Idaho but eventually escapes through education.
"I Am Malala" by Malala Yousafzai

The memoir of the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate, detailing her fight for girls' education in Pakistan.
"Night" by Elie Wiesel

A harrowing account of the author's experiences in Nazi concentration camps during the Holocaust.
"The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot

A non-fiction book that tells the story of Henrietta Lacks and the immortal cell line, HeLa, that came from her cancer cells.

### Poetry & Drama
"The Odyssey" by Homer (translated by Emily Wilson)

An epic poem that follows the adventures of Odysseus as he returns home from the Trojan War.
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare

A tragic play that explores themes of love, fate, and family conflict.
"The Crucible" by Arthur Miller

A play that draws parallels between the Salem witch trials and McCarthyism, exploring themes of hysteria and integrity.
"Milk and Honey" by Rupi Kaur

A modern poetry collection that deals with themes of love, loss, trauma, and healing.
"The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams

A play that explores themes of memory, family, and the struggle between reality and illusion.