This page contains the best self-help book recommendations based on many hours of reading and research.
Whether you want to learn new skills, solve a problem, or become smarter, better, and happier, you’ll find books that will help you achieve your goals.
This reading list is for you if you want to improve yourself but do not have time for unhelpful, unimportant books. I only list the best self-help books, organized by category.
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On This Page:
Start Here: The Best Self-Help Books of All Time
- 15 Best Self-Improvement and Self-Help Books for Building a Remarkable Life
- 15 Best Habits Books for Achieving Lasting Success and Vibrant Health
- 12 Books on Time Management and Productivity for Getting 10X More Done Sustainably
- 6 Best Financial Freedom Books for Becoming Rich and Financially Free
- 12 Must-Read Social Skills Books to Improve Your Social Skills
- 10 Books on Mastery for Crafting a Remarkable Life and Acquiring New Skills Quickly
- 10 Books on Learning for Mastering New/Hard Skills Quickly
Best Nonfiction Books
Here are the best nonfiction books to read.
- 23 Best Autobiography Books of the 21st Century
- 15 Must-Read Philosophy Books for Building a Meaningful Life
- 12 Must-Read Etiquette Books for Becoming Your Best Self
Or, browse all nonfiction book recommendations.