My favorite books from cook books, non-fiction to fiction and everything in between!
Sections
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Wellness books
Classic must reads
Fiction
Non fiction
Cookbooks
Books to read in 2025
Wellness books
This book is chock full of useful knowledge. I’ve found myself highlighting and bookmarking so many pages to come back to. I see my health in a totally different light.
Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia MD, Hardcover
Atomic habits is a must read if you tend to procrastinate or just don’t know where to start. This book will teach you the means to get you to where you want to go!
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Classic must reads
One of my favorite Hemmingway story’s!
The Old Man and the Sea: Hemingway Edition
A classic hemmingway book that you can’t put down. Also a pretty quick read.
The Sun Also Rises (Vintage Classics)
Many years ago I was forced to read this in highschool English and undoubtedly hated it. Many years later I picked it back up and thoroughly enjoyed it. It’s a classic for a reason!
The Great Gatsby|Paperback
This gritty book follows Jordan through the Spanish war showing the harshness of war. Must read!
For Whom the Bell Tolls|Paperback
An eye opening story of a shepherd who follows his heart. Fast read with a great message
The Alchemist: Modern Classic of Magic
Fiction
For those who love an action packed realistic fiction, this is for you!
True Believer: A Thriller (Terminal List)
I mean.. who doesn’t love Harry Potter? This iconic series is made even better as a complete set.
Harry Potter Paperback Box Set (Books 1-7)
Very interesting read about Norse mythology with great tales about each of the Norse gods. This is for all of you Viking fans!
Norse Mythology|Paperback
Just started this book and can’t seem to put it down. Highly recommend!
Dune|Paperback
Non fiction
A must read for anyone needing a little boost in motivation!
Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds
A thought provoking book that explores not what we eat but where it comes from and why that matters. Truly fascinating read.
The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals|Paperback
Fantastic read about the Vikings and how they rose to such a fierce notoriety!
The Sea Wolves: A History of the Vikings|eBook
This book needs no introduction, especially if you’ve read Can’t Hurt Me. Another outstanding book that will make you want to run through a brick wall.
Never Finished: Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within|Paperback
A classic written to expose the horrors of war, in that no one really wins. Written by an individual who saw the horrors first hand over his distinguished military career.
War is a Racket: The Antiwar Classic by America's Most Decorated Soldier|Paperback
Cookbooks
If you haven’t watched Samin’s nextflix series then you’re missing out. This book is an extension of that not providing you recipes but a means to make your own with 4 simple ingredients!
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking|Hardcover
So many delicious recipes with simple ingredients. This book also teaches you a lot of techniques to make at home cooking more enjoyable.
Gordon Ramsay's Home Cooking: Everything You Need to Know to Make Fabulous Food|Hardcover
Another one of my favorite cook books. If you’re interested in cooking healthy, clean meals that taste delicious this is a must have.
Gordon Ramsay's Healthy, Lean & Fit: Mouthwatering Recipes to Fuel You for Life|Hardcover
Books to read in 2025
This is one of many books on my list to read this year!
Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World|Hardcover
Must read for 2025, heard nothing but great things.
The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness|Paperback
Listened to many podcasts with Gabor and find his work and insights to be extremely interesting. This is on my must read for 2025!
Scattered Minds: The Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder|Paperback
Every time Graham Hancock comes on a podcast he’s a must listen. His books are super lengthy but incredibly interesting. Must read of 2025
Fingerprints of the Gods: The Evidence of Earth's Lost Civilization|Paperback
Must read of 2025!
Visionary: The Mysterious Origins of Human Consciousness (The Definitive Edition of Supernatural)|Paperback
Kids books
One of our all time favorites. So much so that we can almost recite it word for word!
Giraffes Can't Dance|Board Book
This is a classic with great illustrations that are kids love.
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales (Caldecott Honor Book)|Hardcover
I mean who doesn’t love the very hungry caterpillar?
The Very Hungry Caterpillar|Board Book
Another classic!
Goodnight Moon (Board Book)|Board Book
Great book to begin introducing colors and animals
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?|Board Book
You can never have enough books like this to make your life as a parent just a little bit easier.
The Going to Bed Book|Board Book
A super sweet book that we love to grab off the shelf for a bed time book!
Guess How Much I Love You (Board Book)|Board Book
Not sure what it is about this book, but our kids love it. It is a classic after all
Madeline (Caldecott Honor Book)|Board Book
Super cute series that our kids love
Little Blue Truck's Halloween: A Halloween Book for Kids|Board Book
Everyone knows Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom|Board Book
Pete the Cat is a great series with many books! This fall / halloween themed book is a Fall must have
Five Little Pumpkins (Pete the Cat Series)|Hardcover
Our kids loved Bluey (as do we)!
Bluey and Bingo's Book of Scary Things: A Lift-the-Flap Book|Board Book
