I would like to buy some books for 8 year old coming on 9. He isn't really into reading himself but likes to be read to and loves story on CDs. Loves Dr. Who and very typical boy who loves to play. Any recommendation on some books I can get him so that he could get into reading for himself? I don't want to get board book type for babies, but it should look easy to read so it doesn't put him off.
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