The best books of 2024

This list is part of the best books of 2024.

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My favorite read in 2024

Book cover of American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History

Tylia L. Flores ❤️ loved this book because...

I love the autobiography of Chris Kyle the American sniper because it gave us insight into what he went through while serving this country and it comes to show that freedom isn’t something we get for free and we should appreciate it more

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By Chris Kyle, Scott McEwen, Jim DeFelice

Why should I read it?

3 authors picked American Sniper as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Former U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle tells the story of his legendary career, from 1999-2009, during which time he recorded the most confirmed sniper kills (officially a record 155, though the real number is even much higher) in the history of the United States military, any branch, from 1776 to present. Nicknamed The Legend by his fellow SEALS, Kyle's service in Iraq and Afghanistan earned him seven medals for bravery, including two Silver Stars. With the pacing of thriller, "American Sniper" vividly recounts Chief Kyle's experiences at key battles, including the March on Baghdad (beginning of Iraq War), Fallujah, Ramadi,…


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My 2nd favorite read in 2024

Book cover of Out of My Mind

Tylia L. Flores ❤️ loved this book because...

Out of my mind was definitely a tearjerker for me as a reader with cerebral palsy and as a published author to view that representation that was done through the character of Melanie Brooks was absolutely amazing and I would definitely recommend this book for anybody who wants to know more about CP And for young girls, struggling to find themselves at the tender age of 13 with this condition.

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By Sharon M. Draper,

Why should I read it?

5 authors picked Out of My Mind as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 10, 11, 12, and 13.

What is this book about?

A New York Times bestseller for three years and counting!

"A gutsy, candid, and compelling story. It speaks volumes." -School Library Journal (starred review)
"Unflinching and realistic." -KirkusReviews (starred review)

From award-winning author Sharon Draper comes a story that will forever change how we all look at anyone with a disability, perfect for fans of RJ Palacio's Wonder.

Eleven-year-old Melody is not like most people. She can't walk. She can't talk. She can't write. All because she has cerebral palsy. But she also has a photographic memory; she can remember every detail of everything she has ever experienced. She's the…


My 3rd favorite read in 2024

Book cover of The Fault in Our Stars

Tylia L. Flores ❤️ loved this book because...

I love fault in our stars because it shows the beauty of love and it shows up despite people situations you could always find someone who loves you for you even when you don’t feel your best, and it also shows that everyone has his soulmate

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By John Green,

Why should I read it?

14 authors picked The Fault in Our Stars as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 14, 15, 16, and 17.

What is this book about?

The beloved, #1 global bestseller by John Green, author of The Anthropocene Reviewed and Turtles All the Way Down

"John Green is one of the best writers alive." -E. Lockhart, #1 bestselling author of We Were Liars

"The greatest romance story of this decade." -Entertainment Weekly

#1 New York Times Bestseller * #1 Wall Street Journal Bestseller * #1 USA Today Bestseller * #1 International Bestseller

Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters…


Don‘t forget about my book 😀

Finding the Beauty in the Unseen

By Tylia L. Flores, Hayley George- Ison,

Book cover of Finding the Beauty in the Unseen

What is my book about?

Lynette Sherman, a 25-year-old journalist at Bumblebee Co., has always loved writing and storytelling. However, she is facing the challenge of finding her big break and using her talent to impact others' lives.

This is until she reconnects with high school crush Jason Abham Haynes, a best-selling author who shares a love for storytelling through poetry. Jason was born with cerebral palsy and has faced numerous challenges due to the broken healthcare system for disabilities. Determined to make a change, he reached out to Bumblebee Co., hoping his story could get the attention it deserves.