Books to read in the new year | Photo by Jessica Fugett | The Wright State Guardian
Looking for a good read to inspire you this year? Here are four books, both fiction and nonfiction, that are sure to bring about inspiration and wisdom to create a fulfilling year.
“The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho
Arguably one of the most inspirational fiction novels, “The Alchemist” follows a young boy on his adventure to fulfill his full potential. If you are looking for something to inspire you this year, this book will do the trick. Full of adventure and wisdom, this book will help you reach any goal you set for yourself. The main character, Santiago, sets out to find secret treasure, but ultimately the focus shifts to his dreams and wishes. This book will show you the importance of following your dreams and discovering your true self.
“Becoming” by Michelle Obama
Deeply inspirational, Michelle Obama’s personal memoir “Becoming” will help you discover who you truly are this year. Retelling the story of her life from a child all the way to the first African American first lady of the United States of America, this memoir is sure to inspire you to find your voice and accomplish your goals this year.
“Spark Joy” by Marie Kondo
Marie Kondo has become extremely popular these last few years for her life-changing methods of decluttering and living. Kondo’s book “Spark Joy” is a manual on how to declutter each and every room in your house. Even if you are only living in a dorm or have full control over your bedroom, this book will help you determine the importance of every object in your space, making it easier to create a fresh and new environment this year.
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky
This classic coming-of-age novel follows the life of Charlie and his friends as they navigate their way through high school. While it might seem that this book is irrelevant to college students due to the fact that the characters deal with life in high school, the themes are universal no matter what stage of life the reader is in. This book will help you step out of your comfort zone this year and realize that there is greatness in everything.
