nostalgia reads
Books that I read in my childhood that hold a special place in my heart. Most of these I've re-read in adulthood and, you know what, they still hold up!
my thoughts
Fairy Wings, E. D. Baker
This is the only one I haven't re-read recently. HOWEVER, I remember this book, and I loved it so much. I was a fairy-obsessed kid, and I wanted to be the main character so badly.
The Extraordinary Secrets of April, May, and June, Robin Benway
I definitely read this when I was too young, but I love books focussing on familial relationships. I also love characters with special powers, and this was the perfect mix of both.
Avalon High, Meg Cabot
I was absolutely obsessed with this book. The folklore, the fun characters!
I hated the movie, though.
The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo
My teacher read this to us in Grade 7, and I loved it. I re-read it a couple years ago, and it's just as good. The style in which this is written is so soft.
The Girl Who Could Fly, Victoria Forester
I've probably re-read this one the most. Super-powered children? Platonic bonds? I read this before the other two books in the series came out (which aren't nearly as good--I'm sorry).
Dark Visions, L. J. Smith
I think this book changed something in me. It's another super-powered book about the characters going to a school specifically for them (only, this time, they're teens).