Some of my favorite book recs, from fun fiction to interesting nonfiction that will keep you hooked with every page! Getting back into reading is one of the best choices I made for myself, and I hope to check out some of the books at the end soon. I ...<3
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A cute summer read that you have to check out if you like the Prime Video series!
The Summer I Turned Pretty (Deluxe Edition) (Summer I Turned Pretty Series #1) | Paperback
If you love pop music, you'll love diving into some of the biggest songs of all time and what makes them work so well!
Switched On Pop: How Popular Music Works, and Why it Matters | Hardcover
The book follows an interview with the fictional actress Evelyn Hugo, with so many interesting twists!
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo | Paperback
A must-read for creatives or anyone who wants to see the world in a more interesting light!
The Art of Creative Thinking: 89 Ways to See Things Differently | Paperback
A little woo-woo, sure, but it's an interesting take on how our mindset shapes our lives!
The Secret | Hardcover
A moving reflection on Suleika's journey with cancer and how she reclaimed her life after treatment!
Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted | Paperback
Madison Beer's first memoir is stunning and really shows you what happens behind the scenes when a teenager is propelled to stardom at such a young age.
The Half of It
A fun little read from the series that inspired ‘Gossip Girl,’ my favorite TV show! It's cool to see how much changed from the books to the screen.
Gossip Girl: A Novel by Cecily von Ziegesar
A peek into Venus Williams' resilient mindset! I love that she includes so many actionable tips for you to try in your own life.
Strive: 8 Steps to Find Your Awesome
One of my favorite required reading books in high school! It really draws you into the luxurious world of Jay Gatsby.
The Great Gatsby
Books I Wanna Read
As a member of the music industry, this has been on my TBR for ages!
All You Need to Know About the Music Business: Eleventh Edition
Suleika's ‘Between Two Kingdoms’ was such a beautiful read, I look forward to checking out her follow-up book!
The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life
Not enough people give Taylor Swift credit for her business brilliance!
There's Nothing Like This: The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift
mgk has said he's read this four times and I'd love to see what the hype is about!
The Alchemist (25th Anniversary Edition)
I've heard this book has great insights into the rise of My Chemical Romance (my all-time fave band) and Fall Out Boy!
Where Are Your Boys Tonight?: The Oral History of Emo's Mainstream Explosion 1999-2008
A past music business mentor of mine recommended this book to me!
Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect
Having the right mindset can really change your view of the world!
The Power of Positive Thinking: 10 Traits for Maximum Results
I adored ‘The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo!’ This will probably be my next read from Taylor Jenkins Reid.
Daisy Jones & The Six
Rob Sheffield is a fantastic Rolling Stone writer who really gets Taylor's music and persona!
Heartbreak Is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music
Ice Spice mentioned reading this book in a NYLON magazine profile!
A Whack on the Side of the Head: How You Can Be More Creative
The excerpts I've seen of Halsey's poetry book online are absolutely beautiful!
I Would Leave Me If I Could (B&N Exclusive Edition)
I always love learning from hard-working women in the music industry!
So Tell Me What You Want: The must-read 2025 music memoir on life working with pop idols Take That, Prince, Amy Winehouse, the Spice Girls, David Bowie and more
I've heard this book is a great resource for anyone focused on self-improvement and growth!
The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months
‘Atomic Habits’ is one of the most common recs in the self-improvement and productivity space!
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Having grown up seeing Jennette on Nickelodeon, I'm so proud of her for speaking out about things she's gone through and raising awareness for others dealing with similar things!
I'm Glad My Mom Died
This book is supposed to be super informative on money habits and routines!
Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids about Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not
I'm sooo behind, but I've been meaning to check this out as a longtime fan of The Hunger Games!
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (A Hunger Games Novel)
Another story from the world of The Hunger Games that I've been meaning to get my hands on!