What should you read next?

Try one of these websites to help you decide.

Like/Try/Why

Every week the EpicReads website recommends YA books in an an "If you like __, then try___ -- here's why" format. For example: "If you like Maximum Ride, then try Reboot. Here's why: Fast pacing, tons of action, fight scenes that are basically straight out of John Woo movies, plus a steamy romance? Yes, please!"

Check out the Epic Reads Pinterest page: LIKE. TRY. WHY.

Or you can see the current week's Like/Try/Why post and all the past ones as well on the Epic Reads blog: http://www.epicreads.com/blog/

YALSA Book Finder

Browse this database of all of The Young Adult Library Services Association's "annual selected book and media lists, awards, and honorees. ...These books and media have been selected for teens from 12 to 18 years of age, and span a broad range of reading and maturity levels."

Reading suggestion engines:

There are lots of book recommendation pages out there; if you have one you like, recommend it to the rest of us! You can write it in the comment section below. You might also want to comment to let people know if you try any of these suggested sites and how they worked for you.

OurStory app

"The OurStory app is a tool that highlights books with diverse content...The free version will help all users find the perfect book and access cool content from authors." You can download the free app or just access it in your browser. Answer a few questions about what kind of book you are looking for and the app will generate a great list of recommendations.

YourNextRead

Type in the title of a book you liked and this site will create a web of other titles you might like to read next. You can also browse through the lists of featured books. You don't have to have an account to get recommendations, but if you sign in, you can store your preferences, save lists, create a "map" that links your books, and connect to your GoodReads account (and import your GoodReads bookshelves -- definitely a timesaver).

Give it a try!

The Book Seer

Or perhaps you want to ask The Book Seer:

"I've just finished reading___by___. What should I read next?"

You simply fill in the blanks and the Book Seer will make recommendations.

TasteDive

"TasteDive (formerly TasteKid) helps you discover new music, movies, TV shows, books, authors, games, and people with shared interests." You don't need an account to use it, but if you sign up, you can save your preferences, saving time on future visits to the site.

Book review sites:

TeenReads

The TeenReads website has lots of book reviews. You can see the most recent reviews or sort by author, title, or genre. Or maybe you want to look over the Ultimate Teen Reading List of "over 400 titles that ...are perfect choices for reading and discussing."

Book Reviews by NMHS Students

Check out the NMHS Reads blog to read reviews by current and former NMHS students.

More Book Reviews by NMHS Students

Look for stars when you are searching the catalog, indicating that someone reviewed the book. Sometimes it's just the stars, other times there is a written review. You can write your own reviews, too. More info on that is here.

Book reviews wanted!

Have you read a book so good you think everyone you know should read it, too? Or a book that others who share your taste would appreciate? Let them know what was awesome about the books you enjoyed by submitting book reviews that can be read on the library catalog and on the NMHS Reads blog.