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5 Books I Look Forward to Reading This Fall For Every Single One Of My Moods

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Mia Carranza

Aug 28, 2020

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5 Books I Look Forward to Reading This Fall For Every Single One Of My Moods

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As I look forward to starting my freshman year of college, I'm already thinking about my free time and what I'm going to do for fun to relax.

What better thing to do than reading for relaxation? Truly, reading is one of my favorite things to do, and although I've been in a reading slump this summer, I'm ready to jump right back in. Here are just a few books I'm excited to read this fall:

For when I need a laugh and something heartwarming...

"Don't Ask Me Where I'm From" by Jennifer De Leon

New to my shelf, "Don't Ask Me Where" I'm From is a story about a Latinx teen who has just been accepted to a predominantly wealthy and white high school in Boston, while she comes from immigrant parents and a diverse inner-city. Celeste Ng, author of "Little Fires Everywhere," describes this novel as "funny... and heartwarming" as Liliana finds her voice to speak her truth amidst those trying to silence her.

For when I'm looking for a thrill...

A Torch Against the Night by Sabaa Tahir

This book is the second in Sabaa Tahir's "An Ember in the Ashes" series. I read the first one a while ago and recently bought the rest of the series because Tahir is releasing the fourth novel of this series in December and I want to read it! The first book was thrilling — full of rebellion, spying, and danger.

The series main characters, Elias and Laia, cross paths when Laia is spying for the Resistance in exchange for her brother's freedom after the Empire raided their home, and Elias wants to escape the Empire's legacy of the tyranny he's likely about to inherit. I'll definitely be reading this when I'm excited to read something new while continuing a familiar, yet thrilling, story.

For when I have the time...

House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J Maas

I got this book the day it came out and still have not read it. Maas is one of my favorite authors, and she always writes huge and beautiful books, but my reading slump took one look at that book and told me I had a lot of time to finish it this summer. Except, the summer went by and it went unread — save for the first 9 pages.

It's the start of a new series, so it's definitely one I'm going to have to give my attention to, and it's about 800 pages long. "House of Earth and Blood" follows Bryce Quinlan, a half-Fae and half-human who lives a life to be envious of until her friends are murdered.

As the demon who committed the crime is still wreaking havoc in her city, Bryce seeks revenge with the help of a Fallen angel named Hunt. It's full of danger, magic, and romance—as well as insanely long. It'll be worth the time when I have it!

For when I don't have much time...

"Clap When You Land" by Elizabeth Acevedo

Even when I'm super busy, I want to take time for myself to do things that I love. So when this happens, I think I'll finish this verse novel that I got about 100 pages into and sadly stopped reading.

Elizabeth Acevedo is another of my favorite authors and poets, and her other books are absolutely amazing (I recommend The Poet X). This verse novel, "Clap When You Land", tells the story of two girls who have no idea they are half-sisters, but the death of their father leaves in its wake lots of devastation and secrets to be uncovered.

It was a fairly quick read when I began and the story was riveting (I can just be a lazy reader). I also have a soft spot for poetry, so it'll be enjoyable and a beautiful read.

For when I'm feeling nostalgic (and in need of serotonin... or a good cry)...

"Tiger's Curse" by Colleen Houck

I always re-read this book (and series) once a year; I usually read it when I need to escape all my stress. I've read the series more than five times and I always know what's going to happen but I love the feels I get every time.

Houck tells a magical and romantic story of a college freshman (how ironic) who decides to journey to India to help a unique tiger she's met at her summer job settle into his new habitat.

Little does she know that the tiger she's met is actually someone who is going to change her life forever. The story is full of twists and turns, and it's going to be perfect for when I'm overwhelmed by schoolwork, need some stability, and I need to let my emotions out—the series will make you cry I warn you all.

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Or at least try to do.

1. I will wake up (sorta) on time for class.

2. I will look decent for class.

3. I will go to the gym more.

4. I will go to the library and study more.

5. I will meet new people.

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2. Disappointed you let it get this bad

3. Distracted: When a 10-Minute Break Becomes an Hour

4. When the Yearning for Sleep Sneaks Up

5. In the words of Lorelai Gilmore "Coffee, Coffee, Coffee"

Oh, so done.

You need sleep, but also have 13 things due in the span of 4 days.

1. When it's December 1 and you have seven things due, three exams, and haven't slept in three days.

2. So you stress.

3. And cry.

4. Then call your mom to cry some more.

5. After the pep talk, you feel determined to get everything done.

6. But, now you're tired.

7. And really hungry.

8. Suddenly, it's 2 a.m. and you have only written three sentences and your paper is due in the morning.

9. You've made it to Friday... somehow.

10. Then Sunday hits and you find yourself back at the Lib.

11. So you cry some more.

12. But, you fight through the tears to get everything done because you're determined.

13. In the end, you feel on top of the world because you made it through the last week of class alive.

14. But, now it's finals week so good luck.

The ultimate list and gif guide to a college student's brain during finals.

What does the world outside the library look like?

Can I read this entire book tonight?

I should have gone to class more often.

Did the professor even teach this?

What is the lowest grade I can get on this exam and still pass the class?

Should I just drop out of school now?

Finals are ruining Christmas.

Just wrote three sentences so time for a break.

Need. More. Coffee.

What is sleep?

I'm too stupid for college.

Brain hurts.

Time for a Facebook Break.

I think I'm dying.

When will I ever need this information in the real world?

I can't read any of my notes.

I need my mom.

When was the last time I showered?

I need study snacks.

The struggle is so real right now.

"I want to thank Google, Wikipedia, and whoever else invented copy and paste. Thank you."

1. I'm so tired. I need a nap. Maybe I can sleep with my eyes open in class? Or pretend I'm not napping?

2. We have a test today? Why didn't anyone tell me? Did I know this?!

3. Can I quit school yet? It's only October, and I need a vacation.

4. The struggle is so real.

5. I'm so broke. SOS.

6. Stressed? Eat everything you own in your pantry and stuff your face with all your feelings.

7. "Did we have anything due in class today? Homework? Quiz? Test?" "Not that I know of..."

8. I need food. Where is the closest place to get food? I need it stat.

9. This is the longest day of my life. I need a drink, or two, or three.

10. Sleep? What is sleep? What a foreign concept.

11. When someone suggests going and studying in the library, let alone studying in general.

12. When the cafeteria or student center is packed and you can't find a seat anywhere so you literally have to sit in an abandoned corner.

13. When you see someone you used to hook up with. They see you, and approach you; so you have to pretend like everything is normal.

14. When you get your exam and realize you didn't study as much as you should have.

15. When you crush it on an exam or paper that you totally bullshitted.

16. I need a grande, extra strong coffee to get me through today.

17. When the professor announces you have a project due the following week with no instruction on what it's on and how to do it.

18. Is it Friday yet? Where's the weekend when you need it most?

19. It's freezing in here. I feel like I'm sitting in an igloo. I should have brought a jacket or worn long pants.

20. Did I remember my book? Damn, I forgot the book, and of course I need it for that quiz in class.

21. I would pay a million dollars to not go to class today; or actually never again.

22. I need a hoverboard to ride to class. Maybe then I wouldn't be running 15 minutes late to class every day.

23. Oh she/he's cute! I wonder if they're single. Who are they texting? They're BF/GF? I wonder if they think I'm cute. Could they be a potential new bae?

24. Why is there never any parking? I pay thousands of dollars a year for one parking spot to be open.

25. When it feels like you've been in class for an hour and you look at your phone and it has only been five minutes (I'm crying on the inside).

26. When the professor asks if there are any more questions at the end of class and someone raises their hand.

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