Books are our best friends. They are very quiet, but we can always find both fun and knowledge once we open them. Here are some good books you can read during the holiday.

The Little Prince.

Author: Antoine de Saint-Exupery [French writer].

Both adults and children love this book. It is about the adventures（历险记）of a young prince and shows people the importance of innocence（纯真）, imagination and love.

A Short History of Nearly Everything.

Author: Bill Bryson [American writer].

Unlike Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time, this book is funny and much easier to read. It is a clear introduction to the development of the universe（宇宙）and human history.

To Succeed on One’s Own.

Author: Liu Yong [American writer].

The book offers solutions to young people who want to succeed. It teaches you about the relationship with your teacher, how to use your free time and even how to dress. To Succeed on One’s Own answers many questions that teenagers have today.