2021 Summer Reading List for Preteens
Six series that are a must-have for your Preteen’s library ages 8-13
Watson is as science fiction author and a convert to Catholicism from the Church of Christ. In between teaching R.C.I.A. classes Watson typically reviews science fiction and mystery novels where she obsesses over robots, strange aliens and anything related to cyborgs or questions about the nature of humans and souls. As for non-Catholic books, anything that compares Catholic Theology of the Body ethics with another worldview would be fascinating. Also, a space haj or other various comparative pilgrimages would be fantastic! Basically, if you have big ideas or philosophy in your fiction she’ll probably want to read it.
Six series that are a must-have for your Preteen’s library ages 8-13
The Bishop of Mars faces intergalactic espionage on his journey from the frontier of space to the ancient halls of the Vatican.
An intimate window into the mind of a great artist and honest Christian
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The story that introduced faith to one of the most secular nations on Earth
An invaluable handbook for pro-life religious non-profits that want to protect life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness—without risking their tax-exempt status.
A truly healthy romance that will STILL leave you up at night
Experience Christ through the eyes of Jotham, his disabled disciple.
Yes some good things DID happen this year- Catholic creators have not let turmoil stop their mission.
If you are looking for a cozy read to get into the Christmas cheer, this collection has it all.
The government can’t decide whether he is an illegal immigrant or invasive species. God expects a respectable dragon to find justice for others. This Dragon is not having a good time of it!
Surviving the Black Hole was only the first part, now Dex will have to survive the far future and reunite with Santiago.
When Dex decides to catch the treasure of a century, he is pulled into a black hole and must fight the robotic ghosts of an alien war.
In this year of tragedy, Rodgers reminds us of the miracle of human kindness.
Humorous and Pithy, Fr. Bill has 5 tips for any season of life
Poet Tiffany Buck joins the Catholic Reads team!
Who knew fighting monsters in a D&D dungeon could convince him that not everything can be attributed to a chance roll of the dice?
An immersive mystery and an amateur sleuth set in the walls of a 12th century English monastery
Make your child feel secure and loved by God and their Catholic family.
A swashbuckling adventure into Catholic history and archeology.
Book Therapy to chase the blues away
A beautifully illustrated bedtime story that helps your child see the beauty of nature as God’s personal love letter to humanity
This book helps your kids get into the right mindset for Mass.
When a Muslim man asks God to show him who he is, he is unprepared for the answer.
Looking for a book that puts Christ not just back into Christmas but into Halloween too? Throw in a dash of ghost story, mystery, and romance and you have A Tortured Soul.
Exploding kitchens, runaway goats, and ghosts in the chapel. Life in the Little Sisters of the Last Straw is never boring.
This nursery rhyme teaches kids the value of faith and how it can help a person to love themselves according to standards not of this world.
Comic Books, Classic Literature and newly converted Catholic authors– 2019 brought some excellent changes to the literary tradition of our faith.
Odd Thomas is a fry cook who is haunted by Elvis, sees demons, fights evil and provides a remarkably grounded picture of a man on the path to sainthood.