Your twenties are like a time of self-discovery, growth and transformation. While almost every reading list will include the likes of The Alchemist or Atomic Habits, deeper cuts that offer more serious insight, emotional resonance and life lessons for this defining decade include several books that tend to be more underappreciated. Here, then, are ten such books, lesser known but something to read in the twenties.
1. The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
This is a quiet reflection on regret and possibilities; this is a book that teaches how important it is to accept imperfections in life.
2. Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki
This is the minimalist manifesto for having a meaningful life with less. Suitable for a first-time apartment dweller or someone trying to declutter life.
3. On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
A poetic novel that conveys an autobiographical representation of self-discovery, trauma, and acceptance.
4. The Defining Decade by Meg Jay
By getting quite popular, it is underrated to experimental casual readers. A psychologist’s frank piece of advice on getting the most out of your 20s with love, work, and mind.
5. The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli
Nugget of wisdom hidden in building mental clarity and avoiding cognitive traps that usually affect decision-making while in your early adulthood.
6. Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
For those who struggle with fear and doubt in their creative endeavors, this book offers refreshing encouragement combined with practical tools for liberating inspiration.
7. Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
A moving, funny, and tender tale that captures the essence of loneliness, healing, and the magic of human connection.
8. How to Do Nothing by Jenny Odell
This reads like a real mind-trip, challenging hustle culture. What does productivity look like for you? Reclaim your time.
9. The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion
A powerful memoir about grief and resilience. It offers perspective on loss and yet emotional endurance.
10. Milk and Honey by Rupi Kaur
This is raw poetry that perfectly embodies love, healing, and womanhood through emotional honesty.
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