Early Bird Books Reading Recommendations

Here at Early Bird Books, we love all things that have to do with books, reading, and literary news and movies. Browse below for some highlights from our blog!

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Complicated Fathers in Literature

Sometimes dads just don’t fit the bill, and these characters can relate.

Why the Lost Generation Writers Still Resonate With Us

Almost a century later, hope continues to endure through disillusionment.

Alice Walker Tells Us How We Can Have Peace on Earth

Read an essay from Alice Walker’s book, Living by the Word.

10 Essential Sherman Alexie Books

The National Book Award winner has written much more than The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.

The 15 Best Dystopian Books You're Missing Out On

Big Brother doesn’t want you reading these novels.

Hello, Old Friends: 18 Classic Children's Books

These characters were there through thick and thin.

Revisiting The Color Purple: A Discussion with Alice Walker

Ms. Walker answers readers' questions about her most famous work.

The Best Jane Austen Movies

They've bewitched us, body and soul.

A Dog Returns to His Fierce Nature in The Call of the Wild

Read an excerpt from Jack London's classic adventure novel.

5 Little Women Quotes We Still Love Today

"Don't try to make me grow up before my time..."

Gloria Steinem on The Color Purple

The iconic feminist praises Alice Walker's ability to move readers.

10 Alice Walker Quotes That Amaze and Inspire

Powerful wisdom from the author of The Color Purple.

35 Must-Read Modern Classics

These reads from the last century all deserve a place on your bookshelf.

10 Most Popular Books of All Time

From the 17th century to the late 90's, we've covered the classics.

Italo Calvino's Life, Legacy and 9 Must-Read Books

Meet the man who helped define magical realism.

8 Books We Wish We Read in High School

If we could do it all over again, we'd make time for these stories.