Popular Realistic Fiction Books for 8th Graders: A Must-Read List Are you an 8th grader in search of captivating and relatable novels that will broaden your horizons and transport you into different worlds? Look no further! In this article, we have curated a list of the most popular realistic fiction books recommended for 8th graders like you. These books tackle various themes, from coming-of-age stories to social issues, and will surely keep you turning the pages. 1. "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton: Set in the 1960s, this classic novel revolves around rival gangs and explores themes of identity, friendship, and the consequences of social class divisions. 2. "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio: A heartwarming tale about kindness and acceptance, "Wonder" tells the story of August, a boy with facial differences, as he navigates the challenges of mainstream school for the first time. 3. "The Giver" by Lois Lowry: In a seemingly utopian society, twelve-year-old Jonas discovers the dark secrets hidden beneath the surface, challenging everything he has ever known about his community. 4. "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas: Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, this novel follows sixteen-year-old Starr as she grapples with racism, police violence, and finding her voice after witnessing the shooting of her unarmed friend. 5. "Holes" by Louis Sachar: Stanley Yelnats is sent to a boys' detention center, where the punishment involves digging holes in the desert. As Stanley gradually unravels the history and mystery of Camp Green Lake, he learns about friendship and personal redemption. 6. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Narrated by Death, this thought-provoking historical fiction is set in Nazi Germany and tells the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl who finds solace in stealing books and sharing them with others. 7. "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green: Hazel and Gus, two teenagers living with cancer, embark on a bittersweet journey of love, loss, and the pursuit of meaning in this emotional and beautifully written novel. To explore these books further and discover more recommendations for realistic fiction, several websites offer resources for young readers like you. Goodreads, a popular online community for book lovers, provides reviews, ratings, and suggestions for readers of all ages. Another valuable resource is Scholastic's website, where you can find curated book lists specifically for 8th graders, along with author interviews and other engaging content. So, grab a cozy corner, a cup of tea, and lose yourself in the captivating worlds of these popular realistic fiction books. Happy reading!
"Love in the Time of Cholera" is García Márquez's first novel after winning the Nobel Prize in Literature. It tells the epic love story that spans over half a century, exploring all the possibilities of love: loyal, secretive, violent, shy, platonic, promiscuous, fleeting, and inseparable from life and death... It vividly portrays the relentless passage of time, earning the reputation of being the "greatest love novel in human history." It is considered one of the most important literary masterpieces of the century.
197.78 Million words | 2020-10-03 14:03Update
The pollution in the mortal realm is severe, causing the spiritual veins to be nearly destroyed. As a result, no one has ascended to immortality for hundreds of years. In the past, immortals either ascended due to accumulating merits or retired when reaching a certain age. This directly led to a shortage of workers in the lower ranks of the Heavenly Court, especially in the lowest category of cleaning jobs. Consequently, many areas in the Heavenly Court are filled with rubbish and dust. In order to maintain the beauty and reputation of the Heavenly Court, and to alleviate the labor pressure, an emergency plan has been initiated to temporarily select a janitor from the mortal realm.
232.52 Million words | 2021-02-17 13:35Update
Lin Chuan opened his eyes and saw everything unfamiliar around him, as well as a four or five-year-old boy. He knew then that his life had undergone a tremendous change...
94.07 Million words | 2020-11-02 15:26Update
Yun Li, a college student with extraordinary abilities, fell in love with the local customs and traditions while teaching in a small town on the southwestern border. As a result, he acquired a large piece of mountain land, cultivating and developing it, building a sustainable ecological cycle and highly automated modern estate. Seizing the opportunities and challenges that come with the country's development, the construction of the estate gradually reveals the secrets that have been dormant in this remote town for thousands of years.
164.05 Million words | 2021-01-27 23:36Update
After waking up, she found herself in a disaster-stricken year and immediately left home the next day. Wenxin believed that she must have done something intolerable in her past life, otherwise, why would she live such a miserable life in this one? Fortunately, she had the benefit of a transmigration gift, a space that accompanied her, or else she would prefer to die and transmigrate again. On the journey of escaping from the famine, she encountered a destitute young man who claimed to be the son of a king, which was quite ridiculous. She even joked that her father was an emperor. What... He really was a prince. Wenxin, who only wanted a leisurely life as a farmer, would rather die than marry into a royal family. "I disagree with marrying you, but I can take you as my bride," he smirk
105.72 Million words | 2023-05-14 21:13Update
By a stroke of luck, Liu Dou happened to bond with a "Time and Space Garbage Synthesis System" from outer space, gaining the ability to synthesize various kinds of garbage. Witness how he uses the "Time and Space Garbage Synthesis System" to turn the discarded garbage from countless dimensions in the universe into treasures, traversing the city with a carefree attitude and living a life full of laughter and pride!
484.08 Million words | 2022-09-27 00:30Update
This is by no means a conventional reincarnation story where the protagonist relies on "historical knowledge" to dominate. This is a story about the terminator of academic overachievers. A reincarnator with god-like intellect, in the post-internet era, carries out a magnificent massacre of those who hoard knowledge. In the age of big data, calculations have become omnipresent, and media has become ubiquitous. How much value is left for solid knowledge and prophets? When each and every competitor with a traditional overachiever or academic elitist mentality is trampled upon by the protagonist, left in despair and shouts before self-destruction, "Let me be reborn in an era, oh no, not an era! Let me be reborn in an era where rigid knowledge still holds value! The post-internet era is
376.27 Million words | 2020-08-27 18:17Update
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29.77 Million words | 2020-12-29 09:50Update
The ancient people seeing the modern world is the most astonishing phenomenon. The dispirited Gu Feng was dragged into a scandal within the palace, involved in infidelity and cuckoldry, and his benevolence and skill tragically led to being pursued and killed. His lifetime of good deeds ended up being struck by heavenly punishment... But luckily, fate intervened and he transmigrated to the deep city of the modern metropolis. In this new environment with new people and events, Gu Feng is determined to become a successful modern person... Just like a golden dragon in a pond, once encountering winds and clouds, watch how Gu Feng interprets a legendary life. This book's supergroup: [group ID]
50.15 Million words | 2020-08-19 18:43Update
My name is Liu Chen, I like women, and I love conquering women even more. Whether it's a domineering female CEO, a pure innocent girl, a hot secretary, or a charming female boss, conquering them is all a piece of cake. The only QQ number of the author.
428.31 Million words | 2023-02-07 00:09Update
This is a Korean entertainment novel, but it is not just a Korean entertainment novel. It encompasses the female stars we chased in those years, the nights we spent in amusement. This is the story of a Korean with Chinese heritage who becomes a grass-cutting machine in the entertainment industry. Shao Shi, Crown, they can be included, as well as Wang Pai Angel, Kara. Female idols can be included, as well as female actresses. What is the principle of being a grass-cutting machine? Simple, rough, and effective! PS: This book has a super slow-paced style, and the author is also a procrastinator. If you feel that the writing is too slow, please mercilessly throw tickets at me!
555.05 Million words | 2022-03-29 23:36Update
Goddess! Tremble before mortals!
60.61 Million words | 2021-06-05 09:11Update
What is a secret bodyguard? A bodyguard who stands behind a beautiful woman, eating together, living together, and... is called a secret bodyguard. When a top-notch assassin becomes the secret bodyguard of a super beautiful woman, a legend begins!
497.19 Million words | 2022-02-20 12:55Update
Lin Qile, a girl living in a small mountain town, known as "Cherry," grew up surrounded by abundant love. With caring and open-minded parents, loving elders, sincere and lively friends, and familiar and warm surroundings, her entire world is bright, without a trace of shadows. At the age of nine, she encountered someone who was different from everyone else in her life - Jiang Qiaoxi, a transfer student from the provincial capital. Jiang Qiaoxi stood out from everything around him, whether it was his extraordinary mathematical talent, the "genius" aura he carried, his gloomy and silent personality, or his superior but secretive family background. Jiang Qiaoxi was like snow on the mountain, cold and pale, while Lin Cherry
3.08 Million words | 2021-08-19 11:37Update
Li Minghui was reborn in a parallel space similar to Earth with a super-technological creative software that endowed people with unparalleled creative talents. In this world, he became a sensation. He was the ultimate master of online literature, with works like "Zhu Xian" and "Legend of the Little Soldier" under his belt. He was a top-tier music maestro, composing one sensational masterpiece after another effortlessly. As a golden scriptwriter, he single-handedly created TV dramas with sky-high ratings and broke records at the box office with his films. He was the genius of the century, an incomparable master of creation! - World Times
327.82 Million words | 2021-07-20 10:27Update
He was the King of Soldiers, a legend. He was also the feared King of the Underworld in the dark world. After a special experience, he secluded himself in Changtan City, but fate made him unexpectedly engaged to a beautiful female CEO. From then on, these two mismatched individuals, the enchanting female CEO, the fiery policewoman, and the enchanting queen, embarked on a urban life filled with misunderstanding, hatred, and love. Behind the night, he wandered like a lost soul, searching for the key to a piece of history amidst a dense mist. What awaited him was an unknown world, mysterious and full of danger. With his passion, coldness, and resilience, he once again wrote a story of legends and glory...
487.92 Million words | 2021-07-22 08:43Update
Want to witness a spectacle? You might have walked into the wrong place. Want to fall in love with basketball through reading? You've come to the right spot! This is the most professional basketball novel in history! Veteran fan Wang Yuanfei, who has traveled back to his youth, takes control of the Houston Rockets as a data analyst. Can he assist superstars like Hakeem Olajuwon and Yao Ming to achieve their unfinished dominance? This novel is the first of its kind, focusing on NBA knowledge and serving as a must-read for novice fans looking to advance. After reading this book, you'll be able to discuss the ever-changing and evolving NBA with ease and wit.
331.15 Million words | 2021-05-01 11:51Update
Li Wendong woke up and found that the world had changed. However, taking too big of a step can easily mess things up, so let's start with writing novels. "Zhu Xian," "Ghost Blows Out the Light," "Charlotte's Annoyance," and "Journey to the West" - each novel published caused a sensation in the online literature community and sparked a trend. ... Completed novels "Dream of Hong Kong" and "Perfect Starlight." Group number: [not provided].
575.63 Million words | 2022-08-19 22:33Update
Five years ago, he was the young master of the Ye family, the crown prince of the capital... Five years later, he returned as the ruthless and fierce king of slaughter... Dear readers, if you think "The Demon King's Protection for Flowers" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo! Read the latest chapters of "The Demon King's Protection for Flowers" without any pop-ups, full text available. ...
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People say that only immortal beings can move mountains and turn stones into gold. Zhao Ming, however, is not an immortal being but an engineer. Yet he can smelt gold, silver, copper, and iron from rocks, and he can move mountains and fill seas. An engineer who can reach for the moon in the sky and capture sea dragons below! Steel and iron forge the bones of the city, while oil flows through its veins. And it is an engineer - Zhao Ming - who has given the city its bones, its blood, and its life.
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