12 Books to Read This Summer
The pandemic may have dampened your summer plans this year, but that does not mean you can no longer have fun? With the world still grappling with quarantines and social distancing requirements, many continue to stay at home. Thus, what better way to pass the time and avoid the heat than by staying indoors to read some books?
Even if you plan to hit the road or go to the beach, bringing a book along can undoubtedly liven up your trip. So take this time as a chance to read books to keep you entertained, gain new insights, and inspire you to try new things. Check out these 12 titles to add to your summer reading list this season.
Creativity and Art
Whether you are an artist by profession or just someone who needs some creative inspiration with life, here are four books to read:
The Sun and Her Flowers by Rupi Kaur
Rupi Kaur’s second poetry collection talks about the journey of growth that people go through in life, perfect for anyone looking for well-written prose.
Catching the Big Fish by David Lynch
Filmmaker David Lynch takes readers through his personal craft. Get to know more about how he develops his ideas and translates them into any medium, and you might just be able to harness that creative spark within you.
Judge This by Chip Kidd
Learn about the power of first impressions with this fun and creative book by designer Chip Kidd. Here, he walks you through a day in his life and talks about the objects he encounters and what he thinks of them.
Cultivating Creativity by Maria Fabrizio
Fabrizio explores the beauty of creativity in this book that talks about how you can develop great ideas. If you have been feeling uninspired lately, you might find solace reading this to get your creative juices flowing every day and every moment.
Leadership and Business Insights
Want to get some advice, tips, and insights for your business? Add these four books to your shelf now:
Amazon Unbound by Brad Stone
Read about how Jeff Bezos, one of the world’s well-known leaders, managed to build his digital empire Amazon and turn it into a worldwide success. With Stone’s vividly written book, you’ll get to see the ups and downs of the online empire.
Do Scale by Les McKeown
Scaling is a major challenge for any start-up, so consultant McKeown lends insights to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to grow their business. From solidifying your foundation to building the right team, this book is sure to give you practical advice for your business.
On Becoming a Leader by Warren Bennis
Even centuries after its publication, this book remains a classic for anyone who wants to become a leader. Bennis captures the defining traits of leadership and describes it like no other in this essential read.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
This bestseller will give you plenty of insights on how you can solve problems and become a better decision-maker. But, like the previous title, this is also a classic for any business-minded reader.
Thought Leaders and Thinkers
If you need some food for thought to become better at what you do, these four books may give you just that:
A More Beautiful Question by Warren Berger
Berger talks about the power of questioning things as a way to find new opportunities, solve problems, and create change. After reading this book, you will not think twice to ask “Why?”
Thanks for the Feedback by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen
Receiving feedback and critique can be one of the hardest things to go through, so this book offers a way to face these head-on and take them with grace.
Playing Big by Tara Mohr
Mohr challenges women entrepreneurs not to limit themselves and listen to their calling to play big and create an impact. This book talks about making a positive difference and navigating the self-doubt that often comes with the journey.
Lifescale by Brian Solis
This book talks about the reality of life and how challenging it can be. Solis weaves a relatable tale, where he talks about personal struggles and how readers can combat these and find balance in a distracting digital world.