Book Suggestions for Graduates

It’s what every graduate needs as they leave high school behind and head to college, the military, vocational school or their first adult job: another book. We’re serious! Here are a handful of gift ideas for the high school grad in your life.

FOR GRADS HEADING TO COLLEGE

The Naked Roommate by Harlan Cohen. A New York Times bestselling book, “The Naked Roommate” is filled with expert tips and advice about everything from classes and friends to dorm life and sex.

The 5 Ingredient College Cookbook by Pamela Ellgen. Healthy cooking expert and cookbook author Ellgen sticks to 5 easy-to-find main ingredients per recipe. The recipes make it simple for students to cook delicious, healthy food.

Wolfpack: How to Come Together, Unleash Our Power, and Change the Game by Abby Wambach. Based on her commencement speech to Barnard College’s graduates, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and FIFA World Cup champion Wambach delivers an empowering rally cry for women to unleash their power and unite with their pack.

FOR THE GRAD WHO ISN’T SURE WHAT’S NEXT

Undecided: Navigating Life and Learning After High School by Genevieve Morgan. This comprehensive handbook outlines the options available to teens after high school and provides suggestions on how to follow each path successfully. It covers everything from trade school pros and cons to advice on how to prepare for life in the military.

In Conclusion, Don’t Worry About It by Lauren Graham. In this expansion of her 2017 commencement speech at her hometown Langley High, Graham reflects on growing up, pursuing your dreams, and living in the here and now.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future: Twists and Turns and Lessons Learned by Michael J. Fox. Fox abandoned high school to pursue an acting career, but went on to receive honorary degrees from several universities and garner the highest accolades for his acting, as well as for his writing. In his book, he motivates graduates to recognize opportunities, maximize their abilities, and roll with the punches.

FOR THE GRAD TAKING A GAP YEAR

The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small by Kath Stathers. This guide to creative adventures features an eclectic range of ideas that will serve as inspiration to graduates who are taking some time off before their next step.