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books for adhd brains

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if you struggle to focus, try short stories; if you're newly diagnosed, take the time to learn what adhd means for you; and if you're finally understanding the positives of adhd, check out the books aimed at entrepreneurs! here is a full collection c...
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adhd-specific books

It's never too late to learn about your adhd - this collection covers everything from understanding your adhd to thriving with it!

 
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a great starter book for people coming to terms with their adhd, or still learning about what adhd means for them - always a good idea to learn more about yourself
Calm Your ADHD Brain: Your toolkit to manage spiralling thoughts
 
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it's one thing to learn about what adhd is, it's another to learn how to thrive with it! if you're ready to take ownership of your adhd, this one promotes empowerment
How to Thrive with Adult ADHD: 7 Pillars for Focus, Productivity and Balance
 
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as someone with autism and adhd, I always enjoy reading articles, blogs and books that manage to cover both at once - this one covers all angles of neurodiversity
Great Minds Think Differently: A Celebration of Those with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia and Other Neurodivergent Conditions
 
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if you want a bit of a giggle while learning about your adhd, this is the book for you!
Attention Seeker: A Neurodivergent Comedian's Guide to Thriving with ADHD
 
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there's been a lot of hype on socials about this book, one I can't wait to read!
UNMASKED: The Ultimate Guide to ADHD, Autism and Neurodivergence
 
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“it's not a trend” immediately caught my eye - with adhd all over social media at the moment, and a lot of self-diagnosing going on, I'm interested in reading what this author has to say about it
It's Not A Bloody Trend: Understanding Life as an ADHD Adult
 
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for people that take comfort in guides and how-to's… this is a great option for people learning what it is to have adhd if they've been newly diagnosed
Master the Mundane: How to Manage Life, Home, and Family as a Mom with ADHD
 
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written by two neurodivergent psychologists - this is one I can't wait to get my hands on!
The Neurodivergence Skills Workbook for Autism and ADHD: Cultivate Self-Compassion, Live Authentically, and Be Your Own Advocate

short stories for when an adhd brain can't focus

some I've read, some I hope to - let me know which one you invest in

 
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a collection of festive short stories would be a great gift for a loved one with adhd - feel good and not too much pressure on the readin side
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: A Christmas Short-Story Collection
 
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some great lessons for ADHD minds that tend to hyper-focus, specifically when it comes to relationships with the people around them!
The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop ...
 
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for crime lovers who never make it to the end of the story! this is a quick read that still tells a good story to keep my adhd brain engaged
Making of a Murderer: A DCI Matilda Darke short story
 
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a classic adhd trait is to start lots of hobbies but to quickly give up… this book is a great ‘starting point’ for anyone who wants to try creative writing - this book of prompts can be picked up again and again, with no pressure
The Very Short Story Starter: 101 Flash Fiction Prompts for Creative Writing
 
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short stories are great for adhd brains that can't keep focused, or avoid reading due to the length of a book! finish one story in one sitting, and come back to the book whenever you like
Tales from the Folly: A Rivers of London Short Story Collection
 
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for anyone that's read ‘His Dark Materials’ and 'The Book of Dust', these are some great short stories to keep the adventure going! also a great place to start for fans of fantasy
Serpentine: A short story from the world of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust
 
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from 1920's to present day, a collection of British-authored short stories to educate yourself in bite-sized tales
The Penguin Book of the British Short Story: 2: From P.G. Wodehouse to Zadie Smith
 
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not one I've read but award-winning is always a safe bet, whether as a gift for a loved one or for yourself
The BBC National Short Story Award 2022
 
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a collection of heart warming stories that would can help in calming down a busy adhd brain! wholesome and stress-free
Life is Sweet: A Chocolate Box Short Story Collection
 
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again, another one I haven't read yet but with an award-winning title, it's on the list for my next reads!
The BBC National Short Story Award 2018
 
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short stories on science! with lots to learn in bite size chunks, this book is a great source of info for an easily distracted brain
The Short Story of Science: A Pocket Guide to Key Histories, Experiments, Theories, Instruments and Methods

books for adhd entrepreneurs & leaders

books that are specifically useful for adhd founders, leaders & entrepreneurs - a perfect gift for a loved one starting a business

 
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as a fellow adhd entrepreneur, I know how busy we can get - this book will help in time management and in time, energy management
The Ultimate Time Management Toolkit: 25 Productivity Tools for Adults with ADHD and Chronically Busy People
 
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this is a game-changer for people who aren't very good at keeping organised (a common occurrence for those with adhd!)
Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD, 3rd Edition: Tips and Tools to Help You Take Charge of Your Life and Get Organized