## Introduction - The top 10 favorite reads of 2024 are being shared, with only one book being a new release from 2024, and the rest being older books, some of which are 20 years old [(00:00:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=10s). - The reader is still new to the reading scene and is going through an array of older books before having a mostly modern reading list [(00:00:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=28s). - The reader enjoys reading older books and has had a great time doing so, with the top 10 books being phenomenal and some even life-changing [(00:00:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=42s). - The reader thanks the audience for being part of the entire year, with only two weeks left until the channel reaches a full year of weekly videos [(00:01:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=78s). - The reader received a [[Titanic (1997 film) | Titanic]] folio Society Edition copy of "[[A Night to Remember (book) | A Night to Remember]]" by [[Walter Lord]], which will be shared in another video [(00:01:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=101s). ## Top 10 Favorite Reads of 2024 - The top 10 favorite reads of 2024 will be shared, starting with number 10, which is a memoir [(00:02:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=122s). - Memoirs were not initially a genre of interest, but after reading "[[I'm Glad My Mom Died]]" by [[Jennette McCurdy]], the reader became interested in the genre [(00:02:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=144s). - The reader's favorite memoir of 2024 is "[[Crying in H Mart]]" by [[Michelle Zauner]], which had the most impact and is coming in at number 10 on the list [(00:03:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=184s). - The 10th favorite read of the year is a book that will make readers cry, with a beautiful, heartbreaking, and funny writing style, written by Michelle, who shares her experience growing up in America with a Korean mother and an American father, and her journey to find her identity [(00:03:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=203s). - The book is also notable for its candid and open storytelling, making it a phenomenal read, and the author's band, [[Japanese Breakfast]], is also worth checking out [(00:03:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=203s). - The 9th favorite read of the year is "James, First of All" by [[Percival Everett]], a retelling of Huckleberry Finn that was shortlisted for the [[Booker Prize]] in 2024, but did not win [(00:04:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=252s). - This book was not what was expected, but in a good way, with beautifully written storytelling, adventure, and humor, making it a crushable book that is hard to put down [(00:04:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=252s). - The book is also notable for its unsettling moments and its ability to make readers want to punch the air, with a story that progresses quickly and addicting writing [(00:04:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=252s). - The 8th favorite read of the year is "[[Jurassic Park (film) | Jurassic Park]]" by [[Michael Crichton]], a book that is not at all like the movie, with a unique storyline, character motivations, and personalities that differ from the film adaptation [(00:05:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=357s). - The book has more storylines and character development than the movie, making it a worthwhile read, even for those who have seen the movie multiple times [(00:05:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=357s). - The book "Jurassic Park" by Michael Ken is highly entertaining, with a lot of information, science, and knowledge that makes it approachable and digestible, despite being different from the movie [(00:06:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=411s). - Some scenes from "[[The Lost World: Jurassic Park | The Lost World]]" are included in the book, but not in the "Jurassic Park" movie, making the book a unique read [(00:07:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=449s). - The book is not redundant, even for those who have seen the movie multiple times, as it offers a different experience [(00:08:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=480s). - "Foster" by [[Claire Keegan | Clare Keegan]] is a heartbreaking and heartwarming book that is a perfect blend of both, making it a great read [(00:08:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=536s). - "Foster" is a short read that can be finished in a couple of hours and is worth the time, especially for parents [(00:09:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=558s). - Clare Keegan's books are highly recommended, and readers will be happy with any of her works [(00:09:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=572s). - "[[The End of Loneliness]]" by [[Benedict Wells]] was a highly anticipated read, but it was difficult to slot into the top 10 list due to its freshness and the already established top 10 [(00:09:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=587s). - The End of Loneliness is a really good book that didn't make the top 10 list because it needed more time to be considered, but it's highly recommended [(00:10:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=607s). - [[The Stand]] by [[Stephen King]] is the sixth favorite read of the year, with unforgettable characters, moments, and dialogue, although the back half of the book tends to drag on, especially the final scene [(00:10:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=631s). - The Stand is considered one of Stephen King's best and most epic books, with a phenomenal story, but it's a 1200-page monster that requires dedication to finish [(00:10:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=631s). - [[The Secret History]] by [[Donna Tartt | Donna Tart]] is the fifth favorite read of the year, a slow-burning and slow-moving plot with unlikable characters, but it's entertaining and thought-provoking, with a unique writing style that makes the reader feel unintentionally smart [(00:12:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=741s). - The Secret History is recommended for those who enjoy slow burns, unlikable characters, and dark academia themes, and it would make an incredible movie adaptation [(00:12:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=741s). - The writer's favorite author is [[Toni Morrison]], known for her beautiful, poetic, and lyrical writing style, which can be challenging but gut-wrenching at the same time [(00:13:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=827s). - The writer's favorite book by Toni Morrison is "[[Sula (novel) | Sula]]", a 160-page novel that may take longer to read due to its complex and heavy content [(00:14:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=848s). - The writer praises a specific scene in one of Toni Morrison's books, describing it as the most haunting but beautifully executed paragraph they've ever read [(00:14:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=879s). - The writer's third favorite read of the year is "[[The Perks of Being a Wallflower (film) | The Perks of Being a Wallflower]]" by [[Stephen Chbosky]], a coming-of-age story that they consider the best in the genre [(00:15:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=909s). - The book is written in a letter format, which makes it feel more real, and the writer praises its beautiful execution and relatability [(00:15:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=950s). - The writer finished "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" in a day and couldn't put it down, and they mention that there are fan theories about who the main character is writing to, one of which is particularly heartbreaking [(00:16:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=984s). - The writer's top two favorite reads of the year are not surprising, as they are books that they have mentioned frequently, with the second favorite being "[[East of Eden (novel) | East of Eden]]" by [[John Steinbeck]], which they consider an epic novel [(00:16:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1018s). - The writer praises "East of Eden" and considers it interchangeable with their number one favorite read of the year, but ultimately had to rank it as their second favorite [(00:17:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1031s). - The book "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck is a life story with multiple characters that are simple yet real, and it includes sprinkles of life knowledge throughout the story that are raw and impactful [(00:17:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1040s). - The writing in "East of Eden" is easy to digest, making it a book that can be jumped into with no problems, and it is considered the book that Steinbeck had to wait his entire life to write [(00:18:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1080s). - The main character Kathy is insane, but the book is loved for its portrayal of characters, and a movie and series are coming out, although it's uncertain if it will live up to the book [(00:18:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1105s). - "East of Eden" is a favorite read of the year and will be recommended to everybody because it is just that good [(00:18:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1127s). - The number one favorite read of the year is "[[Stoner (novel) | Stoner]]" by [[John Edward Williams | John Williams]], a book that hit hard and impacted internal being more than any other book [(00:19:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1160s). - "Stoner" is a cautionary tale about someone who floats through life and never takes a stand, and although it's a boring story with not a lot happening, it's still a perfectly done book that leaves the reader wrecked [(00:19:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1194s). - John Williams did an amazing job at pulling off the story in "Stoner", making it a tough book to review and talk about because there aren't many exciting events to discuss [(00:20:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1234s). - The book "Stoner" by John Williams is a favorite read, as it tells the story of a man who becomes a teacher and leads a normal, mundane life, which is a refreshing change from typical zombie-like storylines [(00:20:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1248s). - This book is considered the favorite read of 2024, and as a result, the top 10 favorite books of all time list needs to be reorganized, which will be done in an upcoming video [(00:21:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1266s). - The reorganization of the top 10 favorite books of all time list is necessary because it has been over a year since the list was last updated, and it has changed substantially [(00:21:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1275s). - The video is part of "list week," where people share their favorite and worst reads of the year, and it's an opportunity to see what other people have enjoyed reading [(00:21:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1286s). - The video format is informal, with no cuts, and the goal is to share favorite reads and hear from viewers about their favorite books [(00:21:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1299s). - Viewers are encouraged to share their number one favorite read of 2024 in the comments and to subscribe to the channel [(00:21:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1310s). - The next video will feature new books to discuss, and viewers are invited to tune in [(00:22:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8&t=1322s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJtdMtaGnx8?si=Lm4R8KXEL0kOMQHY)