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Christmas Book Flood • Reading for Pleasure

YA fiction

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The Harry Potter series
J.K. Rowling

Recommended by:
Ed Sheeran – English singer-songwriter and musician
Ed says: ‘The series was formative for my childhood imagination and storytellingEnglish singer-songwriter and musician’

Available in the UK via Bookshop.org

  • The Ed Sheeran Suffolk Music Foundation: He promotes and funds a charitable foundation that provides grants to young musicians and schools in his home county of Suffolk.
  • Book: With words by Ed Sheeran and illustrations by his childhood friend, artist Phillip Butah (who produces artwork for Sheeran’s albums and singles), and accompanying photos, Ed Sheeran: A Visual Journey is an exclusive, fully authorised, first-person account by Ed of how he became an internationally renowned singer-songwriter
  • Latest project: Eighth studio album, Play, released on 12 September 2025

The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Stephen Chbosky

Recommended by:
Gigi Hadid – American fashion model and television personality
Gigi says: ‘It’s a favourite of mine for its emotional relatability and coming-of-age themesAmerican fashion model and television personality

Available in the UK via Bookshop.org

  • Guest in Residence: Gigi is the founder and creative director of this cashmere knitwear brand, which focuses on sustainability, quality, and timeless design.
  • Book: “Watching New York” (2024): Co-curated with street-style photographer Johnny Cirillo, this book features A-Z fashion insights.
  • Latest project: Miu Miu Campaign: Fronts the latest Miu Miu leather goods campaign, shot by Steven Meisel

The Hunger Games series
Suzanne Collins

Recommended by:
Charli D’Amelio – American social media personality and dancer
Charli says: This series was a favourite of mine when I was younger

Available in the UK via Bookshop.org

Latest project: Broadway Debut: She is starring in the Broadway musical & Juliet

D’Amelio Brands: Her family’s own holding company for creating their own products, including skincare and footwear.

Book: “Essentially Charli: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping It Real