5 Books to Dive into This Summer

Often times the last thing you want to do during the summer is read, but it can be one of the most rewarding ways to spend your time.  For centuries the greatest leaders were always readers!  There are plenty of studies and statistics that show how beneficial reading truly is.  So why wait?  Before the semester begins again, here are 5 favorites to dive into this summer.

1) Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom

A book packed with wisdom, life lessons, and emotions, Tuesdays with Morrie, has sold over 12 million copies since its release.  The author shares his last moments with a reconnected mentor, Morrie, who is dying of Lou Gehrig’s disease.  It’s a story of their journey together as they met regularly every Tuesday.  This book will be sure to inspire you as well as remind you of what matters most in life.

2) The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell

Ever wonder how trends start?  Whether it’s an idea or even fashion, certain things seem to just take off out of nowhere.  In The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell examines and explains how things start to tip and then spread like wildfire.  This book will be sure to capture your imagination and stretch your thinking.  Gladwell’s book is informative, entertaining, and outside the box.

3) How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie

This book has endured the test of time and is a classic!  Decade after decade, this book has impacted millions of lives.  While many of the advice seem obvious, take them to heart and truly live them out.  If you do, they will be a definite asset to you no matter what situation you find yourself in.  A must read for everyone.

4) The Hobbit by JRR Tolkein

One of the most beloved books is the prequel to one of the greatest fiction series of all time, The Lord of the Rings.  Although this work of Tolkien’s has been turned into a movie, it can’t compare to the book.  It is filled with adventure, courage, risk, and humor found in its beloved characters and engaging plot.

5) The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Set in the South during the 1960s where great racial tension existed, this story journeys with three women who stand up for what’s right.  The author does a wonderful job of painting the picture of what that era was like and what it took to do the right thing.  Can’t recommend this book enough!