5 Books to Read Before You Die

It is an unfortunate fact of life that we don’t have enough time to read every book ever written and, if like me, you get overwhelmed by the number of incredible books in your local bookshop, you probably find yourself wishing there was a list of must-read books your could turn to.

Well, look no further. Here are my 5 recommendations for books you must read before you die

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

Author: Yuval Noah Harari

This book is incredibly eye-opening. If you’re interested in a brief overview of humanity’s evolution and an exploration of how humanity came to dominate the planet, then this book is a must read.

I explored some of the ideas from this book in more depth here.

Atomic Habits

Author: James Clear

A well-known book in the self-help community, Atomic Habits is a framework to creating a better life. It explains how we can all take simple steps to create good habits and break bad ones, which has helped me elevate my own life in a stress-free way.

I wrote a more in-depth review of this book here.

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

Author: Mark Manson

A no-nonsense guide to not giving a shit. This book explores a range of topics that will help you approach life in a more care-free way. I’d strongly recommend this book to anyone who has historically struggled with worrying too much or sweating over the small stuff. It helped give me a sense of perspective on life.

I wrote a more in-depth review of this book here.

The Harry Potter Series

Author: J. K. Rowling

Regardless of your opinion of J. K. Rowling the person, she is undeniably a fabulous author. If you are somehow unfamiliar with the Harry Potter series, or if you are but haven’t read the books, I would strongly encourage you to do so. The books offer a far more in-depth look at the magical world of Hogwarts than the movies, and are books you are sure to read time and time again.

The Hobbit

Author: J. R. R. Tolkien

Possibly one of the most famous fiction books of all time, The Hobbit is a classic. This book follows the adventures of Bilbo Baggins through the magical world of Middle Earth. It is exciting, heart warming and frightening all in one book. No words could do it justice, so please make sure you read this one.