The Art of Happiness
"This book genuinely changed my outlook on life. I read it at the beginning of the pandemic, and I think it helped me become a stronger person."
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Challenger Deep
"Challenger Deep tackles mental illness in a graceful manner. Intertwining fiction and harsh realities, helping articulate the protagonist’s anguish while also keeping him relatable, the author ties anecdotes from his son’s life into the novel’s narrative."
Neal Shusterman
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
"Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is a beautifully written fantasy-adventure children's novel inspired by Chinese folklore. It holds a timeless quality with its themes of friendship and deep courage."
Grace Lin
Educated
"Westover’s family was Mormon and located in rural Idaho — so different from my Chinese, atheist, immigrant parents, and yet, so similar through their attitudes towards education. It's a comprehensive and emotional story, exploring the opposing pulls of family and Westover's yearning for education."
Tara Westover
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone
"I love this book because it's a therapist's perspective on her clients and her own personal struggles with mental health. It shows how everyone is human and has their own story to share."
Lori Gottlieb
Meditations
"Meditations focuses on stoic philosophy, and although I would not consider myself to be a very stoic person, this book has helped me find balance and stability in my life."
Marcus Aurelius
What I Know for Sure
"This book offers powerful insight in bite-sized pieces. It has helped me learn to accept who I am and be present in the moment."
Oprah Winfrey