Best Books of 2023: A Year in Reading
The Go-Giver
Author: Bob Burg and John D. Mann
Genre: Self-Help
I absolutely loved the simplicity of this book and the numerous lessons I gathered. The self-help book is just over 100 pages long and takes you through the journey of a young salesman trying to break through in his career. He will learn that success often comes from simple gestures he had not even factored into the equation of the business world.
I’m Glad My Mom Died
Author: Jennette McCurdy
Genre: Memoir
I liked this book from the beginning! Jennette shares her emotions and experiences in such a vulnerable and raw way. She is one of those authors who manages to really immerse you in their stories.
The World For Sale
Authors: Javier Blas and Jack Farchy
Genre: World Economics & Politics
If you are into finances, history, world economics, and politics, this is the book for you.
American Dirt
Author: Jeanine Cummins
Genre: Fiction
I could not put this book down! If you are looking for an easy and engaging book to read, this is a good option.
The 5 AM Club
Author: Robin Sharma
Genre: Self-Help
That’s right, waking up at 5 am! I will not preach the idea that waking up at 5 am is the only solution for success. However, I do admit that I feel more productive, energized, and alert when I wake up early.
The Worlds I See
Author: Fei-Fei Li
Genre: Autobiography
Fei-Fei is a scientist in the AI space. Thankfully, the author is not only the godmother of AI but also an incredible writer.
The Dutch House
Author: Ann Patchett
Genre: Fiction
Just read it, though I warn you it’s a sad story! The author begins with a mysterious Dutch house in Philadelphia.
Somebody’s Daughter
Author: Ashley C Ford
Genre: Memoir
Ashley’s writing is so accessible and beautiful. Another memoir for my collection, I loved the book’s cover and the pages beyond it didn’t disappoint either.
21 Lessons for the 21st Century
Author: Yuval Noah Noah Harari
Genre: History/ Social Politics
Yuval never disappoints. This book is from 2019. And while many events have happened since (e.g.COVID), it’s impressive how accurate and timeless this work continues to be.
Hustle Harder Hustle Smarter
Author: Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Genre: Autobiography
SO GOOD. I still can’t believe 50 Cent, the rapper I listened to when I was a teenager, has become a businessman, a producer, and an actor.
8 Rules of Love
Author: Jay Shetty
Genre: Self-help
I listened to this book instead of reading but I advise you to read it. There are several exercises throughout the book and having a physical copy would be better.
Do Hard Things
Author: Steve Magness
Genre: Self-Help
If you like sports, you will like this book. The author, Steve, a former Olympics coach, explains how experiencing discomfort, leaning in, paying attention, and taking action can be the real indication of inner strength.
