- A variety of genres appeal to all interests. - Consistent chapter lengths and suspenseful chapter endings keep readers involved. - Carefully chosen vocabulary, concise wording, and natural-sounding dialog ensure reading success and enjoyment. - Complex, fast-paced plots hold a reader's attention. - Multicultural characters and contemporary plots are relevant to today's young adult reader. - Historical novels focus on teenage protagonists involved in significant historical eros. - The satisfaction of finishing a book will build confidence, develop an interest in reading, and improve reading skills.