If you’re anything like me then the fall weather just doesn’t remind you of cozy sweaters and boots to die for. It reminds you of the endless of amount of days where you can bundle up in your favorite blanket and get lost in a good book. Although you may read countless articles and chapters for class, nothing beats leisurely reading. Reading for fun not only increases your cognitive thinking skills but it allows you have a better understanding of other cultures, and even life. Check out these four books below that your not going to want to put down.
1. I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual by Luvvie Ajayi
If Shonda Rhimes says that this book is everything, then it’s truly something serious. Written by the hilarious Luvvie Ajayi, this book contains personal essays that dig into cultural obessisons and shed light on some of the bad behaviors that we’ve picked up because of these obessions. Defintely a book to read if you’re ready to get your life.
2. The Misadventures of Awkard Black Girl by Issa Rae
If you’re socially awkward than this is the perfect book for you. Issa Rae first came on the scene with her youtube series: The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl. Gaining over a million views, she now has a series on HBO called Insecure which is based off the web series. In this book Issa leaves readers hysteratical as she tells her story of growing up introvertered and awkard and how she navigates love, the workplace, and friendships. This is one book that should be essential to every book lovers personal library.
3. You’re A Bad Ass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero
If you’ve have been feeling lazy, discouraged, or just feeling like you’re not good enough then you need to Amazon Prime this book immediatley. I was fortunate enough to be gifted this book for Christmas last year, and literally would be burning the midnight oil staying up and reading this book. Lifecoach Jen Sincero gives hope and new perspective to readers as they analyze what it is that is keeping them from their goals. With advice and easy excercises, having a small journal to take notes and write down your thoughts while you read is useful.
4. Words from a Wanderer by Alexandra Elle
If you don’t know who Alexandra Elle(Alex Elle for short) is it is highly likely that you’ve reposted her quotes on social media. She is a walking book of wisdom. Words from a Wanderer is a collection of notes and love poems that can be used for daily affirmations, meditaion, and encouragement whenever you may need it. Alexandra’s main reasoning for writing the book was to shed light on the fact that just because people wander doesn’t mean that they are lost.