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📕 Book Worm Guide
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items ✨ Books that inspire, entertain, and stick with you long after the last page. This collection is a mix of personal favorites and must-reads I always recommend whether you’re looking for motivation, a page-turning escape, or a fresh perspective. There...
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I first read this book in high school, I cannot remember if it was required or just a book I wanted to read for fun. Ultimately provided a great and altering perspective that is a good read even as an adult.
The Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom, Paperback
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A Good Quick Read!
Without a Trace: A Novel by Danielle Steel
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The ultimate self-sabotage breaker.
If you’re in your healing era, this book will make everything click.
The writing is gentle but hits deep. Perfect for anyone in their 20s/30s trying to level up emotionally, financially, and mentally.
Why it’s wo...
The Mountain is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery
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A classic for a reason, it teaches you how to make small habits that actually stick.
If you’re trying to create consistency (gym, business, content), this is a must-have.
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good ...
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If you’ve ever wondered why you react the way you do, this book will make so many things click. It breaks down how trauma lives in the body and what healing can look like, without feeling dry or clinical. I suggest reading it slowly and highlighting ...
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
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A mindset reset for women who are done playing small. It mixes motivation + money principles in a way that feels REAL and not boring.
You Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth
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If you want something fun, magical, addictive; this is the one.
BookTok loves it for a reason!
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
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A short but powerful story about purpose, alignment, and trusting your path. This is one of those books you can read in a day but think about forever.
Why it’s worth buying:
Perfect for when you’re entering a new era or need clarity.
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The Alchemist (25th Anniversary Edition) by Paulo Coelho ...
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Not soft. Not fluffy. Straight strategy. If you want to navigate business, relationships, or life with more awareness and confidence, this book is a masterclass.
Why it’s worth buying:
It changes how you move, think, and respond in powerful ways.
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The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene, Paperback
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A glamorous, emotional story that feels like watching a movie. Hollywood drama, secrets, romance; it’s so good you’ll finish it in one sitting.
Why it’s worth buying:
Perfect book to get back into reading.
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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Paperback
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A fast, addicting thriller.
If you want a book you can’t put down, THIS is it. Perfect for weekend reading or travel.
Why people love it:
Twists, drama, and a storyline that keeps surprising you.
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The Perfect Marriage - Jeneva Rose
Banned Books You Should Read in 2025!
This list includes some of the most talked-about, challenged, and banned books from schools and libraries across the U.S. These titles spark conversation, explore real issues, and were often banned BECAUSE they make you think. From young adult fictio...
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One of the most powerful YA books in the last decade and one of the most challenged. This story is emotional, relevant, and beautifully told. It tackles identity, family, and justice through a teen POV that feels so real.
Why it was banned:
Honesty....
The Hate U Give (Printz Honor Winner) by Angie Thomas, Paperback
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A relatable, funny, heartbreaking story about growing up on a reservation and finding your voice. This one has been banned for years but it’s also one of the best YA books ever written.
Why it’s worth buying:
It’s raw, honest, and perfect for teens ...
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, Paperback
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A short, quiet, and devastating story about a girl who stops speaking after something awful happens at a party. It captures what it feels like to carry a secret and slowly find your voice again. I recommend this for teens and adults who want a real, ...
Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson, Paperback
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Morrison turns childhood pain and beauty standards into something haunting and unforgettable. This story about a young Black girl who believes blue eyes will fix everything hits hard. Read it when you’re ready to think deeply about race, beauty, and ...
The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison, Paperback
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A raw, breathtaking memoir that tells the truth about growing up Black and queer in America with a honesty that stays with you long after the last page.
All Boys Aren't Blue: A Memoir-Manifesto by George M. Johnson, Paperback
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A tender look at the messy, magical, painful years of being a teenager and the moments that shape who we become.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky, Paperback
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A heartbreaking, beautiful story about love, loss, and the moment everything in your life changes forever.
Looking for Alaska by John Green, Paperback
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A gripping tale of two boys whose lives are torn apart by a single moment, and the lifelong journey to make things right. If you want a book that hooks your heart and stays with you, this is it
The Kite Runner (Essential Edition) by Khaled Hosseini, Paperback
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Told through letters, this follows Black Southern women surviving abuse, finding love (including queer love), and building a quiet kind of power together. It’s brutal at times but also funny and deeply hopeful. I always recommend this if you want a c...
The Color Purple (Pulitzer Prize Winner) (National Book Award Winner)
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Here’s one reason to pick up the book: it shows you how deeply our words, choices, and actions can impact someone we barely notice. One of the most unforgettable YA novels ever written.
Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher, Paperback
2018 - 2025 Book of The Year Archive (Barnes & Noble)
This list features every Barnes & Noble Book of the Year selection from 2018 through 2026 a prestigious annual award chosen by Barnes & Noble booksellers nationwide. These titles represent the most impactful, meaningful, and celebrated books ...
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Awarded 2018: A magical, atmospheric novel that blends folklore, mystery, and storytelling. It’s immersive and beautifully written.
Why it’s worth buying:
Perfect for fans of historical fiction with a touch of magic and mystery.
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Once Upon a River by Diane Setterfield, Paperback
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Awarded 2019: A modern classic. This illustrated book is simple but powerful and full of life lessons, warmth, and messages that resonate with all ages.
Why it’s worth buying:
This is a book people gift over and over. It’s comforting, beautiful, and...
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy, Hardcover
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Awarded 2020: A whimsical, nature-forward collection of essays celebrating the wonders of the natural world. It’s poetic, calming, and stunningly illustrated.
Why it’s worth buying:
Great for readers who enjoy nature writing, quiet reflective moment...
World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments
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Awarded 2021: A gorgeous collection of Paul McCartney’s lyrics paired with commentary, photos, and stories behind the music. It’s both a coffee table book and a memoir hybrid.
Why it’s worth buying:
Perfect for Beatles fans, music lovers, collectors...
The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present by Paul McCartney, Paperback
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Awarded 2022: A charming, witty, empowering story about a brilliant chemist navigating sexism in the 1960s. It blends humor and heart really well, and it’s one of the most loved books of the decade.
Why it’s worth buying:
If you love strong female l...
Lessons in Chemistry Special Edition by Bonnie Garmus, Hardcover
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Awarded 2023: This is a sharp, character-driven novel set in a low-income housing complex. It’s unique, atmospheric, and beautifully written the type of book that gets better the more you sit with it.
Why it’s worth buying:
Perfect if you love liter...
The Rabbit Hutch (B&N Discover Prize Winner) (National Book Award Winner)
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Dave Grohl’s memoir is full of personality funny, honest, nostalgic, and surprisingly heartfelt. Whether you know him from Foo Fighters or just enjoy good storytelling, this book reads smoothly and feels effortless.
Why it’s worth buying:
Readers lo...
The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Dave Grohl ...
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Awarded 2025: A stunning visual + emotional story told through art. Mona’s Eyes follows a grandfather teaching his granddaughter life lessons through famous paintings and every page feels meaningful. It’s a quiet, beautiful book that leaves an impres...
Mona's Eyes (2025 B&N Book of the Year) by Thomas Schlesser, Hardcover