When it comes to reading, my tastes run to the tune. Fiction will forever be my escape or die favorite genre (I could stay up for hours digging into a good plot.) But the world of books is limitless — and I’m incredibly grateful for all the options available. Want to experience greater happiness? About one million reads on this topic. Do you like a movie that combines good books? Consider This is your final list. And if you’re a new parent, don’t worry: here it is favorite guide to support your journey.
Conclusion? If there’s a topic you’re completely new to or want to learn more about, there’s nothing you can’t read. But for me, after fiction, memoirs can be the perfect literary genre. I certainly have my favorites, but as a nonfiction junkie who is always eager to learn (sorry, can’t help), memoirs allow me to immerse myself in a rich story while still scratching the itch for his personal growth. And what’s not to love an insight into one’s life with a compelling true story to tell?
These are the memoirs that have impacted my thinking the most in recent years. Each of them has given me a new perspective and has subtly imbued the way I think it is. So dive in, discover a new book you read, and scroll down to the comments section — I’d love to hear about your own favorite memoirs!
P.S. Looking for more ways to spend a few extra minutes reading each day? Try our nine tips that will help you finish the novel that has been lying on your nightstand for months. (It is the time now!).
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This post was originally published on January 26, 2020 and has since been updated.
