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items This is my personal shelf of standouts—the books I’ve read, referenced, or recommended more than once. Some are practical, some are thought-provoking, and a few are just plain comforting. I created this list for anyone who loves learning, language, o... You'll also probably find a sloth, a few squirrels, and even some coffee and tea.
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For Freelancers and Small Business Owners
Quirky Items for Book Lovers
For Freelancers and Small Business Owners
This section features must-read books for freelancers, consultants, creatives, and small business owners who want to grow a sustainable business. From pricing strategies and client communication to productivity, branding, and financial planning, thes...
This quick-reference guide is packed with over 200 word pairs and phrases that trip up even seasoned writers—like affect vs. effect or fewer vs. less. Perfect for freelancers, editors, content creators, and ESL learners who want to write with confide...
Tricky Quickies Vol. 1: 200+ Confusing Words
Nonfiction Alchemy – Practical Writing Advice for Aspiring Nonfiction Authors If you've got a half-finished manuscript, an idea scribbled on napkins, or a story you know needs to be told—this guide is for you. Written for coaches, creatives, business...
Nonfiction Alchemy: Finish Your Book
Do the Work by Steven Pressfield is a must-read for writers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who’s ever found themselves stuck in procrastination or self-doubt. Focused and fast-paced, this book tackles the real enemy of creative output—resistan...
Do the Work: Overcome Resistance
The Copyeditor’s Handbook is a go-to resource for anyone working with words—whether you're a freelance editor, in-house publishing professional, or communications specialist. This comprehensive guide covers everything from grammar and punctuation to ...
The Copyeditor's Handbook: A Guide
Whether you're a freelance writer, editor, student, or business professional, the McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar & Usage is a reliable reference for mastering the mechanics of English. This third edition covers essential grammar rules, p...
McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar
This isn’t a motivational pep talk. The Freelancer’s Business Brain is a straightforward guide to the systems, strategies, and mindset shifts that actually help freelance writers earn a steady living. It covers the unglamorous but essential parts of ...
The Freelancer's Business Brain: Starter Kit
This book completely reframes how small business owners and freelancers think about money. Profit First isn’t about accounting formulas—it’s about building a business that actually pays you first, not last. The method is simple, the tone is blunt, an...
Profit First: Transform Your Business
Love it or roll your eyes at it—The 4-Hour Workweek sparked a lot of people’s first serious thoughts about time freedom, remote work, and designing a life outside the 9–5 grind. Some parts feel dated or dramatic, but there’s real value in the core id...
The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere
If you’ve ever struggled to explain what you do—or felt like your website or pitch just wasn’t landing—Building a StoryBrand gives you a simple, repeatable way to fix that. It walks you through how to position your client (not yourself) as the hero a...
Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message
The Freelance Introvert is a quiet rebellion against the idea that you have to hustle loud to succeed. It’s written for freelancers who’d rather listen than pitch, build trust instead of personal brands, and work in ways that feel sustainable. If you...
The Freelance Introvert: Work Your Way
Running a business together is one thing. Doing it without wrecking your relationship? That’s the real challenge. When Your Business Partner is Your Spouse is part practical guide, part relationship check-in—for couples navigating shared work, shared...
When Your Business Partner is Your Spouse
If your work touches journalism, content writing, or digital media, The AP Stylebook is the industry standard. This edition (2022–2024) includes up-to-date guidance on grammar, punctuation, usage, and evolving terms across everything from social medi...
The Associated Press Stylebook: 2022-2024
The ONE Thing gets right to the point: when everything feels important, nothing actually is. This book helps you cut through noise and overwhelm by identifying the single, most meaningful action that moves your work (and life) forward. It’s especiall...
The ONE Thing: Simple Truth About Results
This book pulls together time management habits from a wide mix of high achievers—billionaires, athletes, top students, and entrepreneurs—and distills them into short, practical lessons. 15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management isn’t a...
15 Secrets of Time Management for Success
New Hart’s Rules is the UK publishing industry’s go-to reference for writing style, grammar, and editorial consistency. It’s especially useful if you’re editing for British English or working across international style guides. Clear, compact, and pre...
New Hart's Rules: The Oxford Style Guide
Linchpin is a call to stop waiting for permission and start showing up as the kind of person who makes things happen. Seth Godin challenges the idea of playing it safe, pushing creatives and professionals to bring more of themselves—ideas, instincts,...
Linchpin: Are You Indispensable?
Atomic Habits breaks down behavior change into something small enough to actually do. Instead of pushing big resolutions or overnight transformation, James Clear focuses on the quiet power of daily choices—the kind you can build into real momentum. I...
Atomic Habits: Build Good & Break Bad Ones
I Didn’t Do The Thing Today is part reflection, part rebellion against the cult of productivity. It’s written for the people who are tired of measuring their worth by their output—and ready to redefine what it means to have a meaningful day. Funny, h...
I Didn't Do The Thing Today
The Enneagram at Work takes a familiar personality framework and applies it to something most of us navigate daily: how we lead, collaborate, and show up on the job. It offers practical insight into how each type approaches communication, stress, dec...
The Enneagram at Work: Unlocking Type Power
Finish is for the perfectionists, the procrastinators, and anyone who starts strong but struggles to follow through. Jon Acuff mixes honesty with humor as he breaks down why so many goals stall out—and how to finally get across the finish line withou...
Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done
Start. is part pep talk, part push—it’s written for anyone who’s stuck in the middle of “someday” and needs a clear path to action. With a mix of humor and straight talk, Jon Acuff lays out how to move from average to meaningful by doing the work, no...
Punch Fear, Escape Average, Do Meaningful Work
A Complaint Is a Gift flips the script on negative feedback and shows how complaints can actually fuel growth—if you’re willing to listen. It offers practical tools for handling criticism with empathy and turning frustrating moments into lasting cust...
A Complaint Is a Gift: Customer Feedback
Ask a Manager reads like advice from your smart, unflappable friend who’s seen it all at the office—and knows how to handle it without drama. From awkward email threads to weird interview questions and truly baffling coworkers, this book covers the r...
Ask a Manager: Navigate Work Challenges
Singletasking is a counterbalance to the always-on, multitasking mindset that leaves us scattered and exhausted. Instead of chasing productivity hacks, this book makes the case for doing one thing—fully, clearly, and with intention. It’s not about sl...
Singletasking: Get More Done-One Thing at a Time
Do Over is a down-to-earth career guide for anyone feeling stuck, burned out, or ready for something different. Jon Acuff breaks big transitions into manageable shifts—helping you rethink your skills, relationships, and mindset so you can move forwar...
Do Over: Start Your New Career Today
Quirky Items for Book Lovers
Not everything a book lover needs is a book. This section is full of the delightful little extras—things that hold your place, warm your reading nook, or quietly say “yes, I absolutely do need one more bookish thing.” Equal parts useful and charming,...
These clear acrylic bookends are sturdy without being bulky—perfect for when you want your shelves to look organized but not overdesigned. I’ve used them to hold up everything from notebooks to chunky hardcovers, and they disappear nicely into the ba...
MerryNine Acrylic Book Ends 4pcs, Clear
These little magnetic sloths are surprisingly good at their job. They keep your place without slipping, bending pages, or getting in the way—and they do it with charm. Whether you're pausing mid-chapter, marking a favorite quote, or sorting through e...
Magnetic Sloth Page Markers - Set of 2
If your book collection is growing faster than your storage, this tall, industrial-style bookshelf is a solid solve. The open metal frame keeps it from feeling too heavy, while the wood shelves bring in just enough warmth. At seven tiers, it holds a ...
HOMISSUE 84" Industrial Tall Bookshelf
Dragons Love Tacos is a modern classic in the world of children’s books—but honestly, this book-and-toy set is just plain fun to have around, no matter your age. The story is goofy in the best way, the plush dragon is ridiculously charming, and if yo...
Dragons Love Tacos Book and Toy Set
This little ottoman is more than just a place to kick up your feet. It doubles as hidden storage for books, blankets, or anything you want close but out of sight. The faux leather finish keeps it looking polished, and the foldable design makes it eas...
AmasSmile Folding Storage Ottoman, Black
This undated, all-in-one habit tracker is built for four months of intentional living—without the pressure to be perfect. The 120-Day Habit Tracker gives you space to monitor daily tasks, sleep, hydration, moods, and more, all in a layout that feels ...
120-Day Habit Tracker – A Grounded, Flexible Way to Track What Matters
These canvas storage cubes are the kind of thing you don’t realize you need—until they’re keeping everything in its place. Great for stashing small books, loose papers, chargers, or everyday clutter, they’re compact enough for shelves or desktops and...
AARAINBOW Mini Storage Bins – Small but Surprisingly Handy
Because sometimes, in the middle of your reading stack or a long writing session, you just need Bob Ross to remind you that “There are no mistakes, only happy accidents.” This talking bobblehead earns its spot on the quirky list—not just for the icon...
Bob Ross Bobblehead: With Sound!
Star Wars Mad Libs belongs on every shelf that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s the perfect detour when you need a break from dense plots or deep thoughts—just grab a pen and embrace the ridiculous. Wordplay meets the galaxy far, far away, mak...
Star Wars Mad Libs: Word Game Book
Anguished English is a hilarious reminder that language is slippery—and typos, bloopers, and student essays are often funnier than anything we could write on purpose. If you love words, you'll cringe and cackle your way through this one. It’s pure bo...
Anguished English: Accidental Assaults
If you’ve ever laughed too hard at a groan-worthy pun or spotted a sign so badly translated it felt like poetry, GET THEE TO A PUNNERY is your kind of book. It’s a delightfully offbeat collection of linguistic missteps from around the world—proof tha...
GET THEE TO A PUNNERY: An Anthology
This desk caddy looks like a tiny stack of antique books—but secretly holds your pens, pencils, and paperclips like a pro. It’s part storage, part decor, and a perfect nod to your book-loving side. Whether it lives on your desk, bookshelf, or writing...
MyGift Antique Library Desk Organizer Caddy
This Kindle case looks like a worn copy of To Kill a Mockingbird—perfect for anyone who misses the feel of a real book but still loves the convenience of an eReader. It’s slim, protective, and just quirky enough to make you smile every time you pick ...
To Kill a Mockingbird Kindle Case - Vintage
This product takes lazy reading to a whole new level—no shame, just comfort. 😂 I no longer have to physically turn the page because this little gadget does it for me. The Bluetooth remote pairs easily with Kindle Paperwhite, Kobo, iPads, phones, and...
Wireless Bluetooth Page Turner for Kindle & Tablets
I got these dice as a fun little add-on to my reading nook, and they’ve turned into a surprisingly great conversation starter. Each roll helps me decide what to read next, or whether I should just grab a snack and pretend to read instead 😂 Perfect f...
Retirement Book Dice – Gift for Book Lovers