One of the best things about a college campus is being surrounded by people who love to learn. We asked the NTCC community to share a favorite book they're reading this summer and tell us why they recommend it. The result is a diverse collection of titles that reflects the many interests, experiences, and perspectives that make up our campus community. Have your own pick to add? Send it to jpack@ntcc.edu and it may be featured in our next edition!
Take a look at their recommendations below—you might just discover your next favorite read.
Pick #1: Book of Dust Collection Set: Includes La Belle Sauvage and The Secret Commonwealth - By: Philip Pullman
Recommended by: Naomi Stanford, Director of College Store
"I read the trilogy "His Dark Materials" when I was younger and it was one of my favorite trilogies. We recently finished watching the His Dark Materials TV series and in the closing remarks it was mentioned about there is More to "Lyra's Story, but that's a different story". Come to find out he had released a continuation to the His Dark Materials trilogy and I had to buy it immediately 🙂! It's also going to be a trilogy but book 3 is due to release in October!"
Pick #2: In God We Trust: Tour Guide - By Stephen McDowell and Mark Beliles
Recommended by: Sarah Whitfield, Associate Professor of Chemistry
"As we celebrate America 250 and as a follow-up to the NTCC Travel Course trip to Washington, D.C., I wanted to learn more about some of America's landmarks of liberty! It covers landmarks in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown, and a few others."
Pick #3: Theo of Golden - By: Allen Levi
Recommended by: Heidi Wooten, Professor of Economics/Division Chair for Business & Technology
"This novel offers a blend of heart, humor, and thoughtful reflection. Theo's journey is both inspiring and relatable, touching on themes of resilience, identity, relationships, and personal growth. The characters are well-developed, and the story encourages readers to consider how life's challenges can shape who we become. It’s a great book!"
