Winter is coming , the day are getting shorter and the time spent home increases. Why not use it wisely this year and add some inspirational books to your reading list? Here are my 10 favorite inspirational books for you to read in winter 2021.
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1 HOW TO WIN FRIENDS AND INFLUENCE PEOPLE by Dale Carnegie
Are you a human being? If yes, you are eligible to read this book. Even more, you must read this book if you want to know how to genuinely create successful relationships and to catch when you are being manipulated by others. All written back in 1936 and 100% accurate today. My no.1 favorite book.
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2 THE HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY by Douglas Adams
This science-fiction comedy novel will bring for sure a smile upon your face this winter. With Arthur being rescued from Earth’s destruction by Ford, adventure through the Universe begins.
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3 THE MAGICIAN’S WAY: WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO FIND YOUR TREASURE by William Whitecloud
Prepare to change your perspective on how reality works for you. William Whitecloud presents in this book some simple and efficient techniques to keep you on track and always focused on your goal.
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4 FRIDA: THE BIOGRAPHY OF FRIDA KAHLO by Hayden Herrera
One of the books you must read in winter 2021 is about Frida Kahlo’s life. This is the biography of an extraordinary woman with great ambitions, that spends all her adult life fighting for two things: true love and her life.
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5 BAUDOLINO by Umberto Ecco
At the recommendation of Andrei I added this book to the list. I quote him ” it is a must read especially throughout the pandemics. People need to be able to switch completely off and travel to this fantastic world.”
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6 GOOD MORNING, I LOVE YOU: MINDFULNESS AND SELF-COMPASSION PRACTICES TO REWIRE YOUR BRAIN FOR CALM, CLARITY, AND JOY by Shauna Shapiro
A kind and loving book for your heart and soul. Yes, FOR YOU! Learn about mindfulness and how to use it to find peace in daily life.
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7 THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
What can be nicer than spending the cold weekends with a warm cup of cocoa and some exciting adventures to keep you warm and entertained?
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8 ME BEFORE YOU by Jojo Moyes
There is no book recommendation list without a romance novel in it. Here I chose a modern love story between two young adults coming from different social classes and brought together by a motorcycle accident.
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9 HIPPIE by Paulo Cohelo
A story from another time. A young man in the search for truth and his own path embarks on the adventure of a lifetime: to travel with the bus from Amsterdam to Nepal.
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10 COCO CHANEL: AN INTIMATE LIFE by Lisa Chaney
Be inspired by the extraordinary life of Coco Chanel. Read how she became a world famous fashion designer, after being abandoned in childhood; or about her passionate romances that brought so much inspiration in her life.
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Loved your article !!Keep writing !!
Many thanks, Mamata. Much appreciated your kind words. Have a blissful day, ioana
Thank you Ioana for the recommendations ☺️Really lovely and wide taste list. I will start with Hippie.
Many thanks Iuliana for your kind words. You made a wonderful choice and I am sure that it will take you back in time with many of the situations there. Let me know, how you find it.
Dale Carnegie’s a real classic. I’ve always wanted to read Me Before You but always hesitated to get a copy. not sure I’ll love a romance novel…
That is true Aysa. Dale Carnegie is indeed a must read for everyone.
I saw both the movie and red the book for Me, Before You. Loved them both 😀
great list! look forward to reading some exciting adventures of Ford 🙂
Many thanks, Hulu. I am very glad you liked my recommendations. Enjoy the adventures of Ford! They are literally beyond this world 😉
That’s a great selection of books! I’d love to read Umberto Eco’s one, as he is a fantastic author! Winter is the perfect season for reading, and this made me want to cuddle up with my book and a hot cup of tea Thanks for sharing!
Lovely to hear you liked my selection, Juliette. It’s cuddle up season, more than ever have a beautiful week and stay safe. ioana