Isn’t it refreshing to start a new year with a clean slate? It’s the time of the year when we often set new goals and resolutions to make ourselves a better version of who we are from last year. There are many goals and resolutions you can think about for the year, depending on your preference; if you want to be physically fit or have a healthier lifestyle, eating nutritious foods or being active sounds like an excellent way to start.
If you want to have a wide range of vocabulary and learn more, reading inspirational or personal development books sounds like a plan! If you’re wondering what books you should read for the year, we have a list of books we highly recommend you should give a shot at for a better and brand new you! Here are our highly recommended personal development or inspirational books you should read this new year!
Contents
- 1. A Gentle Reminder by Bianca Sparacino
- 2. 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest
- 3. Soli Deo Gloria by Nicole Marie
- 4. Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
- 5. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
- 6. Wrong Words by Danica JD Hynson
- 7. The strong gets tired too by Joena San Diego-Pangilinan
- 8. The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
- 9. All the Broken Bloom by September Stardust
- 10. Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert
1. A Gentle Reminder by Bianca Sparacino
“Forgive yourself for the way you held yourself back because you didn’t believe in your own potential, because you didn’t believe in your capacity to take up space.”This TikTok and Instagram famous poetry and prose book by Bianca Sparacino is a great way to start your new year gently and in the quiet after all the holiday rush. Reading this book feels like you’re taking the time to pace yourself for the new year. Each page will pull you in with gorgeous poems and straight to the heart reminders.
If you’re still in the healing process and wondering where to pick up your strength and motivation for the new year, this book will gently encourage you to move forward and offer grace to yourself in your healing journey. This book is perfect for a quick read and if you’re on the go. Bianca Sparacino is known for her Thought Catalog essays. This book is ideal for those who read poetry and prose and are looking for a book to add to their bookshelf this new year!
2. 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest
“The things you love about others are those you love about yourself. The things you hate about others are the things you cannot see in yourself.”Another Thought Catalog writer that has placed in the bestselling list for a good reason; if you’re a fan of thought-provoking essays that will also challenge you to improve as a person, you must read this collection of inspiring yet healing essays by Brianna Wiest. If you’re also into psychology, then this book will indulge you in the intricacies of the human mind and how we can change for the better through our thought processes and actions.
This book will guide you on how to be mentally strong, be wiser, and start over again with passion and purpose; it’s a great book to read if you’re still in the fog about what to do with your life this new year. It’s a book that soothes yet provides clarity on how you can start over again!
3. Soli Deo Gloria by Nicole Marie
“I’m rooting for you, four words you want to hear, four words that will help you through. Know that our God says that too, every time He has his loving eyes on you.” If you’re a massive fan of poetry and faith-based books, this debut faith-based poetry collection should be on your radar.
Soli Deo Gloria is a Latin term for Glory to God Alone; if you’re looking for a book that will help you start the new year glorifying God or reviving your spiritual life, give Soli Deo Gloria a chance! It’s also a book for a cause; 10% will go directly to a mental health organization called There is Hope Philippines. It has four chapters hurting, pruning, healing, and blooming that encapsulates a journey to abiding in God’s love and will.
This new year, we all want to find our purpose in life, heal from the inside out, and find comfort in our daily lives; Soli Deo Gloria is the perfect book for those who need clarity and a book that will offer them grace and make them feel loved by God.
4. Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
“The first mistake is never the one that ruins you. It is the spiral of repeated mistakes that follows. Missing once is an accident. Missing twice is the start of a new habit.” You know what the adage says: bad habits die hard; this book will help you break the struggle and start the new year, leaving behind old routines that are wreaking havoc in your life.
If you want to make a change this new year, you can start by reading and adapting the wisdom and real-life applications you’ll get from this book. Your habits can make or break you; if you want your new year to be productive and fruitful, this book is a must for all ages. Whether an entrepreneur or a stay-at-home mom, you’ll learn a lot from this highly informative yet engaging book!
5. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
“When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” Who doesn’t know about this best-selling famous book?
The Alchemist is a great book written by Paulo Coelho, and it should be on your to-be-read pile for the new year; it tells the story of a young Andalusian shepherd who goes on an adventure where he learns important life lessons. It’s poetic and easy to read, and every page will keep you wanting more!
If you’re having a reading slump, don’t worry. The Alchemist is a book that will remedy your dilemma; you’ll love this book along with millions of readers. It will inspire you and make you wiser for the new year ahead!
6. Wrong Words by Danica JD Hynson
“As mankind is naturally evil, virtue comes in when we choose to be good”. This poetry and prose collection will make you dig in deeper, it’s refreshing and a food for thought. If you haven’t had the time to reflect on the busy holiday season, this book will enthrall you.
Good news, if you’re a fan of Lang Leav’s Lullabies book, Wrong Words will not disappoint! Wrong Words is a poetry collection that hits your core. It’s the kind of book that will give you a dose of reality but simultaneously challenge you to be a better person from the inside out.
7. The strong gets tired too by Joena San Diego-Pangilinan
“ Strong people break too, we just do it quietly”- This new year, it’s okay to be honest with yourself and say that you’re tired. We all get tired, and it’s completely normal; this book by Joena San Diego will help you be vulnerable, use your weaknesses as a way for God to move, and practice self-care that honors your body and soul.
Joena is known for her faith-based writings that are refreshing, honest and encouraging. If you need a pep talk this new year, grab a copy of her book The Strong Gets Tired too and the sequel The Tired Gets Strong Too. You’ll fall in love with her writings about God and how real it is.
8. The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
“The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or touched; they are felt with the heart.” The Little Prince is not just a children’s book; people from all walks of life can read this heartwarming tale! It’s a book you can read in one sitting and be inspired, and it will make you want to heal your inner child. Adulting or being an OFW can take a toll on anyone even after the holiday craze, and with the new year that just rushed in, slowing down and taking the time to read this book will make you tap into your imagination and think deeply about life.
9. All the Broken Bloom by September Stardust
“Love is the loudest in the most subtle moments.” If you’re into poetry and want to read a book about self-love and healing, grab a copy of All The Broken Bloom by September Stardust! Each poem will encourage you to be a better version of yourself and the power of being vulnerable when loving others. If you need a little nudge to embrace your power and bloom gracefully, this book should be your go-to read for the new year! This book is filled with inspirational and healing poetry that will inspire you to be kinder to yourself for the new year.
10. Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert
“This is a good sign, having a broken heart. It means we have tried for something.” Eat, Pray, Love will make you fall in love with reading memoirs; this book has become a favorite by many women across the globe since it’s a tale of finding your purpose, being open to new opportunities, and picking yourself up after many setbacks.
This book will inspire you to be courageous and honest and live the life you always wanted, and it’s an excellent book to read for the new year. After reading this inspiring memoir, you’ll also be inspired to travel to Italy, India and Indonesia!