Interested in 1984, Brave New World? Try these modern dystopian books

There has been a spike in interest in books like 1984 and Brave New World following the election of Donald Trump as president of the United States.

• 1984 sales soar after Trump claims, alternative facts

Mandy Brouse of Words Worth Books in Waterloo says they're "something pleasurably ironic about the boost in sales" of these books.

"Reading and writing is definitely a political act," Brouse said.

• CBC Books: Where the Air is Sweet

If you've gone back to read these classics, she suggests some other books to try, including Where The Air Is Sweet by Kitchenerauthor Tasneem Jamal.

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