FAVORITE BOOKS

YM ADVISES

Favorite Books to Read

Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney - Lily Walsh, Creative Director I’m not a huge reader so I need something that will keep me coming back, and this book has so many unexpected twists that kept me engaged. Would highly recommend it if you like psychological thrillers!

Flower Children by Maxine Swann - Lillian Cohen, Editor in Chief Reading about the gaggle of children, raised by their free-range hippie parents, makes me nostalgic about my own childhood, as if I had lived it myself. Short but slow and sweet.

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides - MaryCatherine Neal, Living Section Editor

As much as I hate the term, this book is an actual page-turner. Non-stop thrills and twists.

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn - Jess Ferguson, Co-Copy Chief was curious to read the book it was based on, especially because I’m a fan of Gillian Flynn’s other books. I’d recommend it for people who like slow-burning mysteries, especially if you liked Gone Girl, which is also by Flynn.

Normal People by Sally Rooney - Emily King, Photo Director I read this book in a period of two days because I couldn’t put it down. The writing was so real and relatable, and yes, I did cry. The book centers around the themes of toxic relationships, abuse, friendship, codependence, and more. I would say it’s a fast-paced read, so if you like those, you’re in a reading slump, or looking for a genuinely good book, I would recommend it!

Solutions and Other Problems by Allie Brosh - Katie Powers, Head Proofreader Hyperbole and a Half and became enthralled with how she writes stories with accompanying images. Both of her books draw from her life and are equal measure sweet and hilarious. She tackles bigger issues like dealing with depression, but always does so in a way that is guaranteed to make you laugh out loud.

Bluets by Maggie Nelson - Talia Smith, Managing Editor I’ve recently gotten back into reading poetry, and Maggie Nelson has a certain way of explaining such seemingly menial things and making them stick. This book is centered around her idea of and experiences with the color blue throughout her life. It’s a quick read, really easy to carry around, and made me cry multiple times.

Vagina by Naomi Wolf — Olivia Cigliano, Style Editor tural synthesis about the connection between the vagina and the decision making, and overall way we approach life. I realized the lack of sexual education that centers female anatomy and pleasure is pretty systemically oppressive, as well as the cultural indifference to female orgasm.

The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness - Amanda Hampton, A&E Editor me in so far. I love a good dystopian drama, and this one is unique, both in terms of its premise and the way it’s written. It’s action-packed and a little weird, and features a dog as a main character, which is a plus in my book. There’s a movie adaptation coming out soon starring Tom Holland and Daisy Ridley, so I’m looking forward to seeing that after reading the book.

Little Weirds by Jenny Slate - Laura Philips, YMTV Co-Director I have always loved Jenny Slate as an actress and comedian, but I did not expect her book to hit me in such an emo so resemble love letters, as well as frustration letters, to the little things in life. It’s written so whimsically but also with a very realistic sense about how heavy existence can feel and the things we need to do or tell ourselves to feel better about it.