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If You Need a Good Book, Start Here
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items Books you can read in a week or two, take on a vacation, get sucked in, love reading again.
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Books that stay with you
Slow Evening Reads
When I want to think
When I need a laugh
When I need a reset
Bold, Real-life stories
Books that stay with you
Introspective read. One of those books that stay with you long after you finish them. Beautifully captures loneliness, friendship, and all the strange ways people grow apart. Perfect if you want something emotional, deep, and easy to fall into.
Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage | Haruki Murakami
Pulls you in from the first page. A surreal, dream like story. Very classically Murakami - strange, symbolic, and thought-provoking. Blends reality and magic in a very unique way. Kind of book that makes you want to discuss it with someone directly
Kafka on the Shore | Haruki Murakami
About family, love, and the choices that ripple through generations. The writer writes with so much love that you feel every character deeply. Emotional. Hard to forget
And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini
Clever story told through a unique voice. Pulls you into the narrator’s mind in a way thats funny, moving and eye opening. Quick read but leaves you feeling nice
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
Surprisingly emotional. Strange read. You’ll constantly be like wtf?!? Explores isolation and identity. Definitely one of those that stay long in your mind after finishing it
The Metamorphosis and Other Stories by Kafka
Easy read. Uplifting. About finding purpose in the everyday. Blends philosophy, psychology, culture, and real life lessons from long-living communities. Leaves you feeling inspired
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life | Hector Garcia and Fransesc Miralles
Slow Evening Reads
Reminds you to slow down. Comforting. This book stayed with me a while. Talks about our relationship with time and what actually matters. Leaves you feeling lighter, easy read.
The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom
Feels nostalgic to something you haven’t known before. Poetic exploration of cities that feel more like memories and dreams than places.
Invisible Cities | Italo Clavino
When I want to think
I am a big fan of Kahlil Gibran. Timeless, poetic book about love, joy, work and being human. Understanding of the human experience. Each time you read it, you notice and feel something different.
The Prophet | Kahlil Gibran
Mystical. Short, philosophical story that feels very magical. Explores choice, freedom, and the stories we tell ourselves. Leaves you thinking about life a little differently
Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah|Richard Bach
When I need a laugh
A collection of essays/stories. Funny, sharp and interesting. Dry humor. The writer has a way of turning everyday moments into something both hilarious and touching. Quick, witty, easy read
Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls | David Sedaris
When I need a reset
Motivating read that actually gives you a push. It’s funny and helpful. It feels more honest than the usual self help book. Gives you practical mindset shifts that make you feel more confident.
You Are a Badass® by Jen Sincero
Great beginner book for understanding finances and money. Doesn’t leave you feeling overwhelmed. Breaks down basics of saving, investments, budgeting, and debt in a way that actually makes sense. Gives you confidence in taking control of your money
How to Money: Your Ultimate Visual Guide to the Basics of Finance by Jean Chatzky, Kathryn Tuggle, and The Her Money team
Bold, Real-life stories
Insider look into Silicon Valley. If you’re interested in tech and all that, this is a great read. She is bold, funny, and brutally honest.
Burn Book: A Tech Love Story by Kara Swisher