Once you get a kid interested in reading, you want to KEEP them reading. Books that come in a series are a great way to get a kids interest - and keep it. But some series are more readable and thought provoking than others.

Depending on the country, culture and the religious beliefs this list could go on for ever. I had to read some of these in AP English.

The teen years are a hard age to write for. So many kids are interested in adult topics - but not yet able to deal with Adult emotions. The Genre of Young Adult was created to bridge this gap. If you're wondering which books are the best for this age - look no further.

Patricia Cornwell is a well known author whose work is translated into thirty-six languages across more than fifty countries. Ms. Cornwell is regarded as one of the major international best-selling authors.