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2025 Reading Schedule: 48 Books to Accompany Your Journey Through Time
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items As we step into a new year, books have the incredible power to guide us, challenge us, and inspire us through the changing seasons of life.
Sections
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January: New Beginnings, New Hope
February: Love & Wisdom
March: Reflection & Contemplation
April: Freedom & Justice
May: Nature & Balance
June: Mind & Habits
January: New Beginnings, New Hope
Start the year with books that inspire growth, fresh starts, and hope for the future.
A practical guide to building better habits and breaking bad ones. Perfect for creating a fresh start and sustainable changes.
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Once
A timeless tale about following your dreams, self-discovery, and the power of hope.
The Alchemist (25th Anniversary Edition) by Paulo Coelho
A memoir that encourages stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing opportunities for growth.
Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand In the Sun and Be Your Own Person
A book about unlocking your creative potential and living a life driven by curiosity rather than fear.
Big Magic (deluxe): Creative Living Beyond Fear
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February: Love & Wisdom
A collection of heartfelt advice columns that explore love, loss, and life's complexities with wisdom and compassion.
Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar
A psychological and philosophical exploration of love as a skill and art form that requires practice, understanding, and commitment.
The Art of Loving by Erich Fromm
A classic romance that delves into themes of love, pride, and societal expectations, offering timeless lessons about relationships and self-awareness.
Pride and Prejudice (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions)
A thought-provoking book that combines philosophy and psychology to teach readers about self-love, freedom, and the courage to live authentically.
The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi
March: Reflection & Contemplation
Choose books that encourage introspection, self-discovery, and deep thinking.
A powerful memoir and psychological exploration of finding meaning in life, even during suffering.
Man's Search for Meaning
A collection of personal writings by the Roman emperor, offering profound insights on life, resilience, and virtue
Meditations (Signature Classics) - Marcus Aurelius
A spiritual guide to discovering inner freedom and understanding the mind's patterns and limitations.
The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself
A profound reflection on perception, resilience, and the inner world of a woman who overcame incredible challenges.
The World I Live In by Helen Keller
April: Freedom & Justice
Explore works that highlight struggles for freedom and the pursuit of justice.
Graeber explores the rise of meaningless jobs in modern society and how they undermine freedom, creativity, and purpose. It’s a thought-provoking analysis of work, capitalism, and justice.
Bullshit Jobs: A Theory - David Graeber
Mandela’s inspiring journey to end apartheid in South Africa.
Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela
A dystopian tale about surveillance, oppression, and rebellion
1984 by George Orwell
Set during Nazi Germany, this story explores the power of words in the face of injustice and oppression, as a young girl tries to survive in a world torn apart by war.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
May: Nature & Balance
Celebrate the beauty of nature and the importance of harmony in life.
A classic that delves into the simplicity of nature and the importance of self-reliance, encouraging readers to reconnect with the natural world to achieve inner balance.
Walden by Henry David Thoreau, Hardcover
This ancient text emphasizes the balance between opposites (Yin and Yang) and the idea of going with the flow of life. It explores the harmony found in nature and in human existence.
Tao Te Ching
This book focuses on finding happiness and balance in life through mindfulness, drawing connections between personal well-being and external harmony.
If You Live to 100, You Might as Well Be Happy
A philosophical novel that explores the tension between freedom and responsibility, lightness and weight. It touches on how individuals find balance in their choices, relationships, and existence.
The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera
June: Mind & Habits
Focus on books that explore the power of mindset and the impact of daily habits.
A modern take on self-discipline and prioritizing what truly matters. Manson focuses on the habits of letting go of distractions and focusing on meaningful actions.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
A classic self-help book, Covey outlines seven essential habits that can improve productivity, personal growth, and leadership.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
In this book, Chatfield explores the art of critical thinking, helping readers to sharpen their ability to think logically, assess information, and make reasoned decisions. It's a practical guide to enhancing cognitive skills and questioning assumpti...
Critical Thinking: Your Guide to Effective Argument, Successful Analysis and Independent Study
Dweck introduces the concept of a "growth mindset" versus a "fixed mindset" and how adopting the right mindset can impact success, habits, and self-discipline.
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
July: Existence & Alienation
Read about the human condition, identity, and the feeling of being an outsider.
A classic existential novel about absurdity, detachment, and the struggle to find meaning in life.
The Stranger by Albert Camus
A surreal story of alienation and isolation through the transformation of its protagonist into an insect.
The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka
A haunting exploration of depression, alienation, and the struggle to connect with society.
No Longer Human
A powerful story about race, identity, and the feeling of invisibility in society.
Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison
August: Strength & Leadership
Seek inspiration from tales of resilience, courage, and effective leadership.
A timeless classic on strategy, tactics, and leadership. It explores how preparation, adaptability, and understanding your opponent are key to success—not just in war but in life and leadership.
The Art of War (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions)
A political treatise that examines power dynamics, leadership, and statecraft. It emphasizes pragmatism, cunning, and decisiveness, making it a must-read for leaders navigating challenges and opportunities.
The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli
While it’s a story of wealth and ambition, Gatsby’s relentless pursuit of his dreams reveals themes of determination, leadership, and the cost of ambition. It serves as a reflection on personal goals and resilience.
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
A story of quiet strength and perseverance. Santiago’s struggle against the sea mirrors the inner battles leaders face—persistence, hope, and unwavering determination despite setbacks.
The Old Man and the Sea (Pulitzer Prize Winner) (The Hemingway Library Edition)
September: Change & Opportunity
Choose books that motivate you to embrace transformation and seize new opportunities.
Encourages rethinking beliefs and staying open to new ideas. – – A creative exploration of transformation and inspiration through art and music.
Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know
Explores regrets, second chances, and the infinite possibilities of life.
The Midnight Library (GMA Book Club Pick) by Matt Haig
A short but impactful parable about adapting to change, overcoming fear, and embracing new opportunities. Perfect for navigating transitions in life.
Who Moved My Cheese?
A captivating story about a young woman who makes a Faustian bargain to live forever, only to be forgotten by everyone she meets. It’s a powerful exploration of choices, the consequences of our decisions, and the opportunities we create for ourselves...
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
October: Darkness & Hope
Delve into stories that explore struggles and challenges, yet shine a light on hope.
A powerful WWII novel about resilience, survival, and the unseen connections that bind us.
All the Light We Cannot See (Pulitzer Prize Winner) - Barnes & Noble
A memoir about overcoming a dark and isolated past to create a brighter future through education.
Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover
Poems about love, loss, and survival, reminding readers of the strength found in vulnerability.
Milk and Honey by Rupi Kaur
A tale of love and sacrifice, dealing with moral dilemmas and the hope of redemption.
The Light Between Oceans
November: Creativity & Imagination
Ignite your creative spark with books that celebrate the power of imagination.
Examines the environments that nurture creativity and innovation.
Where Good Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation
A must-read for artists, writers, and creators about overcoming resistance and pushing forward with creative work.
The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles
Practical and motivational advice on unlocking your creativity and learning to create by borrowing ideas.
Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative
A witty and insightful guide for writers and creatives about starting small and building ideas step-by-step.
Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life
December: Evaluation & Revision
This line up Will help you close the year with clarity, gratitude, and renewed focus!
A practical guide to organizing your life, reflecting on your goals, and staying productive. Perfect for wrapping up the year and setting intentions for the next.
The Bullet Journal Method: Track the Past, Order the Present, Design the Future
A personal memoir about decluttering life—physically, emotionally, and financially. It’s an inspiring reflection on simplifying and prioritizing what truly matters.
The Year of Less: How I Stopped Shopping, Gave Away My Belongings, and Discovered Life is Worth Mo re Than Anything You Can Buy in a Store
A minimalist’s journey to living with less and finding happiness. Ideal for revisiting personal values and redefining success as the year ends.
Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism
A thought-provoking book that encourages readers to reflect on their purpose and motivations. A powerful way to end the year and plan for meaningful growth in the future.
Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action