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Books I Love to Read While Traveling
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items There’s something magical about reading a great book while the world rushes by outside a plane window or train car. These are the stories that keep me company on the road—books that are light to pack but heavy with meaning, adventure, and emotion. Th...
I never thought a simple story could speak so deeply to my soul. Every page felt like a quiet conversation with destiny.
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
This book made me laugh, cry, and root for someone who felt invisible. It reminded me that even the loneliest lives can bloom.
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine (Reese's Book Club) by Gail Honeyman
I was hooked from the first page—funny, clever, and full of surprises. It’s the kind of story you finish with a smile.
Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple
This quiet little book hit me harder than I expected. It’s magical, touching, and full of ‘what ifs’ that linger after the last page.
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
I didn’t expect to be this moved by a book. It made me reflect on life, regrets, and second chances in the most beautiful way.
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Short, poetic, and unforgettable. It made me feel like a child again—wondering, imagining, and learning all over.
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
It felt like I traveled with her—tasting pasta in Italy, meditating in India, and falling in love in Bali. Inspiring and soul-refreshing.
Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia
by Elizabeth Gilbert
I devoured this in one sitting. It starts as a dream destination… and turns into a chilling, unforgettable experience.
The Beach
by Alex Garland
Real, raw, and haunting. I couldn’t stop thinking about it—the search for meaning, freedom, and the cost of isolation.
Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer
Dark, intense, and smart. This is the kind of thriller that makes you forget you’re even traveling.
The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
I couldn’t stop flipping pages—Evelyn’s life is messy, glamorous, heartbreaking, and unforgettable. It kept me totally absorbed on a long bus ride.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
This thriller had me hooked in the airport lounge. Twisted, chilling, and impossible to predict—it made the hours fly by.
Verity by Colleen Hoover
This book feels like stepping into a dream. The magical atmosphere made every travel delay feel like part of the story.
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
I read this in a cozy café in a new city and it felt like the warmest hug. It’s relaxing, comforting, and perfect when I need a break from the rush.
Legends & Lattes: A Novel of High Fantasy and Low Stakes
by Travis Baldree
It’s like reading a rock documentary that you can’t put down. I was so into it, I forgot I was on a 10-hour train ride.
Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
This book made me laugh and cry quietly on the plane. It’s deeply human, surprisingly funny, and beautifully written.
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
I love stories about strong women, and this one took me on a horseback journey through history. It made me want to explore the world even more.
The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes
Science fiction with heart, humor, and suspense—it made my layover feel like a space mission. I loved every second of it.
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
This book just made me feel good. Sweet, magical, and uplifting—perfect for recharging my spirit between destinations.
The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune
I was completely transported to ancient Greece. The writing is so vivid, it felt like traveling through mythology itself.
Circe by Madeline Miller