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MY FAVORITE READS FROM GRAMEDIA (MUST-READ EDITION) π€π
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items "Not sure what to buy at Gramedia? π§ Iβve done the research for you! Here is a collection of my favorite readsβmemorable, inspiring, and absolute must-haves for your bookshelf this year. Click on each item to see my mini-reviews! β¨π"
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β¨ Review :
A must-read for anyone who struggles with anxiety or overthinking. The author explains Stoicism in a very relatable and easy-to-understand way. It helps you stay calm amidst life's daily chaos.
β¨ Why Buy :
Provides practical techniques t...
FILOSOFI TERAS - HENRY MANAMPIRING
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β¨ Review :
One of Indonesia's best modern novels. A touching story about the struggle of missing activists in 1998. The writing is deeply emotional and descriptive, making you feel every bit of the protagonist's journey.
β¨ Why Buy :
Powerful plot ...
LAUT BERCERITA - LEILA S. CHUDORI
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β¨ Review :
This book teaches that big changes don't come from drastic actions, but from small (atomic) habits practiced consistently every day.
β¨ Why Buy :
The most logical and applicable guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones.
ATOMIC HABITS : PERUBAHAN KECIL YANG MEMBERIKAN HASIL LUAR BIASA - JAMES CLEAR
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β¨ Review :
Extremely relatable for the "sandwich generation" or anyone struggling with home loans. It's light, funny, yet heartbreakingly realistic about corporate life in Jakarta.
β¨ Why Buy :
A fun read for your leisure time that feels very close ...
HOME SWEET LOAN - ALMIRA BASTARI
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β¨ Review :
This isn't a boring technical investment book. It's about how our behavior and ego influence the way we manage money. Perfect for anyone wanting a healthier relationship with their finances.
β¨ Why Buy :
Eye-opening realization that wealt...
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MONEY : TIMELESS LESSONS ON WEALTH, GREED, AND HAPPINESS - MORGAN HOUSEL
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β¨ Review :
A heartwarming and moving Japanese novel set in a small back-alley cafe in Tokyo that offers its customers the chance to travel back in timeβbut with very strict rules. This book beautifully explores regret, healing, and the importance of...
FUNICULI FUNICULA (KΕHΔͺ GA SAMENAI UCHI NI --- BEFORE COFFEE GETS COLD) - TOSHIKAZU KAWAGUCHI
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β¨ Review :
Based on the theories of Alfred Adler, this book is written as a dialogue between a young man and a philosopher. It challenges conventional views on happiness and freedom, teaching us that happiness is a choice and we don't need to live u...
THE COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED - ICHIRO KISHIMI, FUMITAKE KOGA
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β¨ Review :
Part of the famous Parallel World series (Earth/Moon/Sun), this installment focuses on the adventurous cat, Si Putih. Tere Liye excels at building incredible imaginative worlds with unique settings and advanced futuristic technology.
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SI PUTIH - TERE LIYE
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β¨ Review :
This practical guide from South Korea teaches effective communication techniques, from negotiation and public speaking to making your conversation partner feel comfortable. It is incredibly useful for both career advancement and social li...
BICARA ITU ADA SENINYA - OH SU HYANG
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β¨ Review :
This novel gained massive popularity after its Netflix adaptation. Itβs a rich tapestry of Indonesian culture, specifically the history of the clove cigarette industry in Java. The plot is strong, filled with family mysteries and a bitter...
GADIS KRETEK - RATIH KUMALA
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β¨ Review :
The ultimate handbook for young women to become independent, confident, and high-character individuals. Covering everything from friendships and toxic relationships to career growth, itβs written in a witty, straightforward, and no-nonsens...
THE ALPA GIRL'S GUIDE - HENRY MANAMPIRING
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β¨ Review :
Gramedia recently released the latest revised edition of this timeless classic. It serves as the foundation for financial literacy, teaching the crucial difference between assets and liabilities and how to make money work for you.
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RICH DAD POOR DAD - ROBERT T. KIYOSAKI
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β¨ Review :
If you love poetry that is not just sweet but sharp and imaginative, this is the book. Aan Mansyur successfully captures feelings that are hard to describe through visual and poetic words.
β¨ Why Buy :
A masterpiece of modern Indonesian p...
MELIHAT API BEKERJA - M. AAN MANSYUR
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β¨ Review :
Iksaka Banu has an extraordinary way of transporting us back to the Dutch colonial era. His short stories are incredibly detailed and often take unique perspectives, making history feel alive and far from boring.
β¨Why Buy :
A brilliant ...
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