I have been in crazy-cat reading mode this winter and I've read a ridiculous amount of books. I would like to share my favorites with you here and encourage you to read some healthy books full of knowledge. A lot of people waste their time reading frivolous novels and filling their minds with unhealthy thoughts. But books can really get you thinking and can also encourage and uplift. My list consists of multiple different genres and reading levels so be prepared for a little craziness!
Biographies:
Bonhoeffer-Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy (Find it on Amazon)
[This is a big book - 542pages - but well worth the read. Written by New-York Times best selling author, Eric Metaxas about Dietrich Bonhoeffer's life duringWWII and attempts to stop Hitler. It's not boring or boggy, it reads like an oversized novel.]
Joni - An Unforgettable Story (Find it on Amazon)
[The life story of Joni Eareckson Tada written by Joni. She is very open about her struggles in accepting her handicap and also very open about how God changed her attitude and outlook on life.]
Novel:
The Scarlet Pimpernel (Find it on Amazon)
[A classic written by Baroness Emmuska Orczy. The movies made of this book are nothing in comparison to reading the book - which is usually always the case - a short and quick read packed full or fun history and action. It has a great plot twist at the end too!]
Self Help - Christian and Other
Choosing Gratitude - Your Journey to Joy (Find it on Amazon)
[It's so good I read it twice, but not both this winter. Nancy Leigh DeMoss is a great author writing on subjects and problems all women face. This book also includes a 30 Day Devotional.]
Having a Mary Heart In a Martha World - Finding Intimacy With God In The Busyness of Life (Find it on Amazon)
[Joanna Weaver has put such great perspective in this book. Sure we could have thought of all of it too - but we didn't. I love her illustrations as they help me keep the book real even after I've put it back on the shelf. Includes a 12 week companion bible study]
Say Goodbye To Survival Mode (Find it on Amazon)
[It's not just about the clutter, because this neat freak throughly enjoyed the book and learned a lot of good things. Crystal Paine from moneysavingmom.com laid out 9 simple strategies to stress less, sleep more, and restore your passion for life.]
Treasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full (Find it on Amazon)
[I purchased this because of someone else's booklist a month or two ago and was wowed at the impact it made. Gloria Furman - A new author to me - takes motherhood to a whole new level. This isn't a book full of tips and tricks for bible reading or motherhood or anything of the kind, it's about Seeing God everywhere in every action of your day. I would recommend this book to anyone - mother or not. This book isn't in my cover picture because it's loaned out right now...it's that good, I couldn't keep it to myself!]
Financial
The Total Money Makeover (Find it on Amazon)
[I know everybody talks about Dave Ramsey, but it's because he has a simple, no fail plan. It's the easiest financial read I've ever read. And you don't have to be in debt to get something from this book either. There are 7 baby steps listed throughout the book that you can follow to get out of debt and handle your money more wisely.]
So what do you think? Are you going to pick up a few more books from the library or Amazon to read this Spring? Are you ready to learn and change and grow your life? Be ready to be encouraged, to laugh, cry, and feel great!
What are some great books you've read recently? I would love to hear about them and maybe get a chance to read them!
Thanks to Amazon for the book cover photos and links to every book. It's such a great site!
Sarah
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