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Books They Don’t Want Black Girls to Read: Level Up & Elevate Your Life

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Let's be real-knowledge is power, and some books hold the kind of wisdom that can completely shift your mindset, elevate your confidence, and help you step into your fullest potential. This list is packed with must-read books for Black girls and youn...
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Glow Up

Ready to level up? These books will inspire you to elevate your mind, body, and spirit. Its time to invest in the best verion of yourself.

 
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This is my #1 recommended book!
Atomic Habits: Build Good Habits & Break Bad
 
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Trust me, read one essay, a day and watch your whole perspective shift
101 Essays That Will Change Your Thinking
 
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If you are ready to conquer the barriers that are holding you back, The Mountain is You is your roadmap.
The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage
 
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Embrace pain, build mental toughness, and keep going when you think you cant.
Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds|Paperback
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self growth

Unlock your potential with these powerful reads designed to help you grow, evolve, and become the best version of yourself. 

 
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If you're ready to take control of your thoughts and break free from the mental clutter, Don't Believe Everything You Think is a game changer.
Don't Believe Everything You Think: Beyond Suffering
 
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This book is a powerful guide to learning how to value yourself, set healthy boundaries, and put your needs first without guilt. MUST READ!
I Love Me More: How To Find Happiness And Success Through Self-Love

financial freedom

Take control of your financial future with these books I recommend. These books help you build wealth, achieve independence, and master money management. 

 
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This book provides amazing insight into how black millionaires achieved financial success and provides actionable steps for creating wealth. Perfect book to understand the mindset and habits of successful entrepreneurs and investors
The Wealth Choice: Success Secrets of Black Millionaires|Paperback
 
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This is an amazing book for beginners, and it is ideal for young women who want to start learning how to manage their money and build financial freedom early. I RECOMMEND!
Made Whole - by Tiffany the Budgetnista Aliche (Hardcover)
 
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This book is just amazing. It is filled with practical and motivational advice for women who want to break barriers about money. This book is so encouraging, please give this a read.
You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero (Paperback)
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This is another one of Tiffany Aliche's books. This is the perfect book for people who are starting their financial journey, she has amazing advise on paying off debt and building wealth while being mindful of her mental wellness around money.
Get Good with Money: Ten Simple Steps to Becoming Financially Whole|Hardcover
 
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Amazing for teens because this gives you a foundational understanding of how to build wealth through smart investing, creating passive income, and entrepreneurship.
Rich Dad Poor Dad for Teens: The Secrets about Money--That You Don't Learn in School!, (Paperback)
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Decided to add this one, because I think it has a good perspective on money and it really opens your eyes to diffrent ways to invest or just saving in general.
The Psychology of Money - by Morgan Housel (Paperback)
 
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Great Book! She spoke about credit cards, earning/investing, and education. The book is relatable, go check it out!
The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom: Build Wealth, Retire Early, and Live the Life of Your Dreams, (Paperback) - Walmart.com
 
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money = life energy: reduce your dependence on consumer culture, align your spending with personal values & priorities, understand the TRUE value of money
Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence: Fully Revised and Updated for 2018
 
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Live your life to the fullest! This has a “bucket list” approach to life and spending.
Die with Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life, (Paperback) - Walmart.com