As midterms turn into finals and that paper you’ve been pretending doesn’t exist is due next week, reading for fun is probably the last thing on your mind. Even though you may want to spend your limited downtime watching TV, curling up with your favorite book can be an even better way to de-stress. Take breaks from studying this fall with these classic books.
1. The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants
Four best friends are brought together by a pair of jeans that mysteriously fits all four girls perfectly. Follow Carmen, Lena, Bridget and Tibby as they navigate love, family and heartbreak in this heartwarming series.
2. Looking for Alaska
In John Green’s first novel, Miles Halter is looking for a new start at boarding school when he meets the enigmatic Alaska Young. This emotional coming of age novel reminds us all of the importance of friendship and support.
3. The Notebook
If there was ever a book that made us ugly cry, The Notebook was it. Noah and Allie’s story shows us that true love really does last forever.
4. Me Before You
Sheltered Louisa Clarke is shown a whole new world when she becomes the caretaker to Will Traynor, a quadriplegic. Me Before You proves how just one person can completely change your entire life.
5. The Harry Potter Series
There’s no better way to de-stress than to spend some time at Hogwarts with Harry, Ron and Hermione. Relive your childhood by immersing yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter.
College is stressful, and it can be hard to find time just to take a break. Nevertheless, take some time to yourself this semester to enjoy the simple pleasure of reading a good book.