Books for my reluctant 14yo reader?

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He mostly reads a lot of 'younger' books like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dog Man. That's fine, but I think it would be good to read slightly more challenging books too.

He liked The Explorer, but found it too long. He's quite a slow reader. He's recently quite enjoyed War Horse. Before that he liked The Giver. He also loves graphic novels.

Any recommendations for not-too-long, age-appropriate books that might interest a 14 yo?

Adrian Mole

Anthony McGowan books. Maybe Lark would be of interest
Malorie Blackman: Pig Heart Boy is a good read. Peace maker is a good short sci fi book.

Thanks for this thread great suggestions

For shorter books for readers who might struggle with longer novels but still want complex themes or storylines, Barrington Stoke is brilliant - in their 13+ range there are books by Mal Peet, Phil Earle, Majorie Blackman, loads more.

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Sorry wrong thread

Some Stephen King or Ray Bradbury? I loved those at 14.

Yiu can search for books with reviews on the Book Trust websute by age

When the Sky Falls by Phil Earle
Once/Then/Now by Morris Gleitzman