NTPL READING RECOMMENDATIONS
On this page you will find some of the New Tecumseth’s reading recommendations based on categories like author, subject, award winning reading and the like. Take a look through the heading to find something that interests you.
NTPL Readers’ Advisory Lists
Back by popular demand – the NTPL Readers’ Advisory Lists! Updated lists with a new look. We have suggestions based on authors, book titles and subjects.
Great Reads!
The Internet is filled with excellent resources for readers. The following is a compilation of some of our favourite sites, pulled together to help make learning more about your favourite authors, exploring new genres, and simply finding your next read, so much simpler. Happy reading!
NextReads Newsletter
Not sure what to read next? Would you like suggestions sent directly to you based on your own reading preferences? NextReads delivers newsletters filled with reading recommendations right to your inbox. Click below to register and choose which newsletters you would like to receive.
NoveList Plus
Need help choosing a fiction book? You can match a favorite author or title, identify a book by describing the plot, explore fiction by genre such as mystery, romance, or adventure, find lists of award-winning books, read book reviews, and more. NoveList Plus also includes certain nonfiction genres such as adventure stories, biographies, current events, history, and true crime.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Need help finding good books to read? NoveList K-8 Plus helps kids and young teens do just that! Use your favorite books and authors to find new adventures! If you can’t think of a book you’ve liked in the past, simply choose a topic of interest and explore lists of recommended books. NoveList K-8 Plus includes both fiction and nonfiction titles. Teachers will find thematic units and other resources for incorporating fiction and nonfiction into the classroom as well.
Fantastic Fiction
Fantastic Fiction is one of our primary information sources for book and series lists for authors of fiction. This website offers bibliographies for over 30,000 fiction authors and includes book covers, descriptions, series order, and publication details.
What Should I Read Next?
What Should I Read Next is unique in that you don’t need an account to sign in. You just type in a book you like, and it gives you a list of similar books. There are links to the Amazon page for each book. If you do get an account, you can make lists of books you’ve read for the site to base recommendations off of. No browsing, but for what it is, it’s ideal: streamlined, easy and accurate.
Canadian Authors Association
Canadian Authors Association provides writers with a wide variety of programs, services and resources to help them develop their skills in both the craft and the business of writing, enhance their ability to earn a living as a writer, and have access to a Canada-wide network of writers and publishing industry professionals. They’re book catalogue is a great place to discover Canadian titles and authors
The Book Reporter
The Book Reporter is a site dedicated to book lovers providing a forum to discover and share commentary about the books and authors they enjoy. Includes author interviews, book reviews and more.
The 49th Shelf
The 49th Shelf is a one-of-a-kind resource for discovering, discussing, and indulging in Canadian books.
Bookwire
Bookwire offers the most complete list of books with comparison prices of the books you want from all the major online retailers.
