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Summer is almost over. As a busy, goal-oriented woman, you already know what that means. Soon your schedule will go back to a schedule involving school, work and the day-to-day of “regular” life. No more long beach days or leisurely vacations to look forward to as life transitions with the seasons and the temperature. While your schedule picks up in the fall, it can be hard to stay present and focused.
But don’t get lost in the lists of to-dos and due dates. Whether you’re back to school or work, spending a few minutes a day with one of ENTITY’s current favorite reads can turn your day around! We have pulled together a collection of 10 books that will make you stop and go, “Huh.”
Here are 10 books to make you think.
For the philosopher in all of us, Brené will draw you in with the warmth of her words and rip your soul out with her truth and honesty about what it takes to really chase after our best lives. You won’t be the same after this read.
In light of current events and recent prominent court cases, here is the book for every young woman that talks about high school, sexual assault and all the ways these experiences affect our lives. It’s devastatingly beautiful and will rock your world.
For the thinker, Duhigg’s intellect and wit will fascinate. This one is such a wake-up call for anyone reading! He writes a smart and understandable account of why we do what we do for a generation of doers who are seeking to understand and succeed in their professional and personal lives. No autopilot allowed!
For the suspense lover in all of us, Maggie will take you on a journey of becoming and will blow your mind with her social analysis and lyrical storytelling all in the same paragraph. For all of the ways we don’t talk about the economics of beauty and all its expectations, dig in.
For the girl growing up inside all of us, Adichie will enthrall you with her beautiful story. You cannot help but dive into this devastatingly human story that so desperately needs to be told. Her protagonist is fierce and fiery, and her grit and gumption will leave you in tears. Don’t even ask, just read it.
The memoir and love letter every 20-something young woman needs in her life. Brencher is brave and honest and her story will ride alongside you on this harsh road called life and remind you why you started in the first place. She will bring truth to your struggle and leave you in tears.
Ng brings a fresh perspective to a story about family dynamics and how complicated growing up is withing the context of “the American Dream.” Both heartbreaking and fulfilling, this imperfect and beautifully flawed family will change your life. It’s a reminder to all of us that we are not alone.
For anyone who has grown apart from their best friend, here is a beautiful story about two girls growing into womanhood and what it looks like to be truly known. Rufi has found words and a story we can all relate to and has generously shared them with us.
When you need to be reminded of why you are here and what it means to chase after a life you love, Tara is your gal! She will inspire you and challenge you. She is wicked smart and we want to be like her when we grow up.
It won the Pulitzer for a reason. Holy cow! This is WW2 as you’ve never learned about it before! Doerr’s language and perspective makes every paragraph a literary feast. He brings a sensory philosophy for life to a story that is reminiscent of the great classics for a new generation. Buy it, read it, love it.
