Happiful – August 2019

Writing | Bonnie Evie Gifford

Whether you’re jetting off to sunnier shores, or planning a short staycation,

summer is the perfect time for a little reading and relaxation

F

or a bookworm, I

was never a fan of

summer reading

lists. Filled with

dusty old books with

heavy-handed morals, I always

preferred exploring my local

In a world often caught up with

celebs, shopping, and social

media, best-selling author

Margaret Rooke highlights the

inspiring stories of 50 teens

from around the world. Sharing

their experiences as volunteers,

campaigners, social entrepreneurs,

and more, these teens have helped

change and improve the lives of

others. From upcycling clothes

for the homeless, to founding

football teams for children with

disabilities, help teens discover the

power they hold when they have a

goal worth fighting for.

You Can Change the World!

By Margaret Rooke (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, £12.99)

library to see what new hidden

gems I could uncover.

With more and more books,

across a wider range of genres,

being published than ever

before, literally thousands of

new titles are expected to hit the

shelves and digital platforms this

summer. We share nine of our

most-anticipated reads to help

you (and your loved ones) get in

the mood, feel inspired, and to

make this summer your hottest

reading season yet.

66 • happiful.com • August 2019

MOTIVATING YOUNG MINDS

SUMMER

READS