big library read logo link to BLR siteThe next Big Library Read (BLR) starts in just over a week, and your teen readers are going to love what’s in store. For this latest edition of our global ebook club, schools with the Sora reading app will have no-cost access to Five Total Strangers, a young adult thriller from New York Times bestselling author Natalie D. Richards.

The title will be available simultaneous use — no holds or waitlists — in both ebook and audiobook format from Nov. 1-15, 2021.

Please note: Schools with Sora have been automatically opted in to this BLR. If your school would like to opt out of the program, please contact your Account Manager by Oct. 25.

Marketing resources & more for Five Total Strangers

To promote BLR and Five Total Strangers to your school community, we have marketing materials and a press release template available for download. We’ll also provide a discussion guide to help your students engage more deeply with the text.

Plus, throughout the duration of the book club, we’ll be hosting a giveaway — simply use the hashtag #biglibraryread on social media, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win:

  • A tablet
  • Sora swag
  • Signed books by the author

See giveaway terms and conditions here.

And if all of that isn’t enough, your students will have the opportunity to watch a live interview with Richards at 2:00 p.m. EST Nov. 8. You can register to attend this virtual event here. You won’t want to miss it!