I’ve always loved getting lost in a good book, and over time I’ve discovered a few that really stick with me. This list is full of the books I personally think everyone should read — whether they make you laugh, make you think, or completely change t...
This book completely changed how I think about surveillance and freedom.
1984 by George Orwell, Paperback
The lessons on empathy and justice have stuck with me for years.
To Kill a Mockingbird (Pulitzer Prize Winner) by Harper Lee, Paperback
It reminds me to follow my dreams and trust the journey.
The Alchemist (25th Anniversary Edition) by Paulo Coelho, Paperback
It blew my mind with how interconnected human history really is.
Sapiens [Tenth Anniversary Edition]: A Brief History of Humankind
I related to Holden’s struggle with growing up more than I expected.
The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger, Paperback
Simple, actionable advice that actually helped me build better routines.
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Scary, fascinating, and makes you question the world we’re building.
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, Paperback
Her story of resilience and self-discovery inspired me more than any memoir I’ve read.
Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover, Paperback
It’s beautiful, tragic, and makes me think about ambition and love.
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Paperback
This book taught me to slow down and actually live in the moment.
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment
I learned more about my own thinking patterns than I ever expected.
Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, Paperback
It’s brutally honest and makes you rethink what really matters.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living ...
Epic, intense, and somehow feels both timeless and modern to me.
Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, Paperback
This book showed me the power of perspective, even in the darkest times.
Man's Search for Meaning (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Viktor E. Frankl ...
Bleak but beautiful — it made me appreciate every little thing.
The Road (Pulitzer Prize Winner) by Cormac McCarthy, Paperback
Melancholic and deeply moving — I couldn’t put it down.
