Hello readers! Are you searching for the best books to read for beginners? Well, I’m here to help you with it! In this article, you can find the 10 most inspiring books that you can choose to read. I have picked these books in such a way that you as a beginner, can easily get to understand the message of the authors conveyed in their books. I’m sure you will never get disappointed as you read them and find a significant difference in your lives.

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Best Books To Read For Beginners

1. The Alchemist

I suggest this amazing book for you and all beginners as it will help you achieve your biggest goals. It includes the story of a young boy who follows his dream of meeting someone named “Personal Legend”. A child kept insisting in his dream that he had to travel to Egyptian pyramids to get a treasure. The boy travels to overcome all obstacles to see individual legend, which reflects his attitude of never giving up.

The author also says that one needs to keep progressing removing all the barriers in his life. Fear is the universal enemy that stops us from doing great things. Overcome the fear and eventually, you will excel in life!

2. A Thousand Splendid Suns

This is a book that I will suggest for adults because it talks about people’s struggles in Afghanistan under the control of Taliban. In addition to the tragic events in the country, the book depicts the beautiful friendship of Maryam and Laila which is one of the residents of Afghanistan. In addition, it talks about the conflicts that they faced in their personal life and how they came out of it. I can assure you that it is one of the best books for beginners to read because it finally gives a heart-touch message.

3. Diary of a Young Girl

Imagine that you are in the duration of World War II and you had to hide in a secret attachment for years. Anne Frank is a young Jewish girl who was hiding from the Nazis for about 2 years during this war. And the life he spent with his family in secret annexe is described in his diary.

She has spoken all about her life in the secret annexe, her adolescence, her love, and more. It was Otto Frank, who published the book as none other than could survive in the end. It is one of the best books to read for beginners, which is why most schools have the book in their English curriculum for students.

4. Chicken Soup for the Soul

If you are a lover of short stories, then this is the right book for you.  The authors have picked up some of the best and most inspiring stories that make you feel amazed when you read them. Moreover, you can relate to every story in the book with your life to know the meaning of life.

The book talks about 101 stories and their meanings interestingly so the readers won’t get bored. There are stories about love, life lessons, brotherhood, the importance of a smile, etc. which is why it is one of the best books to read for beginners.

5. You Can

Isn’t the title itself a motivation?! This is a book that I would like to recommend to those who question their own abilities. The one thing that always hinders your growth is the doubtful thoughts about winning. And the reason that thought comes is due to fear.

The author has effectively conveyed in this book that self-help is the most important quality that helps you achieve your goals. He also tells the importance of shaping your creative vision by introspecting yourself in a deep silence. One thing that makes it one of the best books is it teaches us how to learn from our mistakes, rectify them, and inculcate good habits.

6. One Day Life Will Change

For those who are going through tougher times in their lives or business, I want to say “One Day Life Will Change.” The book tells about the lives of Samaira and Vivian, where Samaira is so desperate that she loses almost everything in her life. Though she lost many, she is yet an ambitious girl with greater confidence levels.

Vivian’s life is exactly the opposite, wherein he is a successful entrepreneur who has everything that he wants. The book explains how Vivian got Samaira out of her depression and made her life beautiful. I’m sure you will have a Vivian in your life too!

7. The Power of A Positive Attitude: Your Road To Success

How good your attitude is? Well, here is how positive your attitude should be. Any person in this world should have an attitude that can influence both success and failure in life. This is one of the best books to read for beginners that would help assess their attitudes and change them if needed.

Having the right attitude can help you handle your stress, and positively affect every facet of your life. The author has changed the outlook of many people and helped them achieve their goals in life and business. You can also suggest this book to your children to get a positive change in the way they behave.

8. Life’s Amazing Secrets

Do you want to unveil the secrets to have better lives? You can make it possible by reading this book. The author talks about the 4 important principles or “wheels” that can lead to a happier life. They are personal and work life, your contribution to society, and your relationship with people. You need to balance these 4 wheels to find joy.

The author also insists on certain qualities like forgiveness, thankfulness, ignoring worries, good character, etc. that can make one’s life happy and meaningful. The best thing he has quoted is selflessness to make people around you happy.

9. To Kill a Mockingbird

Can you be such a dangerous prejudice? Well, you will know that you read this book. The story is about Tom Robinson, a black resident, who was incorrectly accused of crime. This is because he was black and people believed that these people commit such crimes. He is not a fool?! But, unfortunately, this terrible thing happened to the man. Aticus is a famous lawyer who tries to prove that Tom Robinson is innocent and was accidentally accused of the crime. However, in the end, Aticus could not prove it and Tom was punished. It is one of the best books for beginners to read that can understand the results of prejudice, racism, criticism, etc.

10. Catcher in the Rye

If you are afraid to take risks in your life, you must read this book as it is one of the best books to read for beginners that can help you overcome fear. The author conveys three important lessons to excel in life. They are prioritizing important things,  forcing an identity, and finding joy in everything you do.

I can say that you will be the most successful person once you have overcome your fear. But how? Find your answers here in this book.