Books You Can Finish in One Week
I could tell you about the countless advantages of reading books, still you may not pick up a book and read. That is not a problem that is unique to you. Majority of people don’t have the verve to pick up a book and complete reading it. But you are different from that majority as you are reading this article- you have the aspiration to be a reader. The point of this article is to take that aspiration and transform it into a habit.
What happens to most aspiring readers is that they choose the wrong book. Trying to read a complicated 400-page book, even for a seasoned reader, is a hectic endeavour. So, for the new aspiring readers, it is best to start with books that are easy on the pages and easy on the content- yet deliver great value for the reader.
Let’s look at the list of books you can finish in one week
- Ikigai by Francesc Miralles and Hector Garcia
- The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
- As a Man Thinketh by James Allen
- Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon
1 Ikigai by Francesc Miralles and Hector Garcia
It is a non-fiction book that explores the concept of Ikigai-which is the Japanese idea of finding purpose in life. The book teaches us why it is important to keep your mind and body active- by keeping in touch with your friends and family, reading books, finding flow in activities that you do, keeping stress under control etc. After reading this book, your perspective on life will change. You will have a purpose in your life- if you haven’t already- and you will learn to enjoy the simple things in life. But best of all, you will be able to finish this book in just one week.
2 The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
The Alchemist is a novel by Paulo Coelho that tells the story of Santiago, who is on a journey to full fill his dream. I see this book as a non-fiction book wrapped up beautifully as a fiction book. If it is fiction that interests you, then this is the best choice as it gives you the joy of a good story and yet delivers life lessons that are valuable. Once you start reading this book, it is difficult to put it down. So just find a good spot and a good time and enjoy reading this book with a sip of coffee or tea.
3 As a Man Thinketh by James Allen
It is a self-help book, written by James Allen, that emphasises the power of positive thinking. We see the world through a filter, knowingly or unknowingly. When you see a half-filled glass, you can either interpret it as half empty or half full. How you interpret the world around you, has a great impact on your life. This book will help you to see the world through a positive lens and thereby help you succeed in life.
4 Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon
Steal Like an Artist is a must-read for anyone with a spark of creativity. This book will enhance your creativity and inspire you to pursue your creative endeavours- whether that be music, movie, book writing, content creation etc. Even this website was created out of inspiration from this book and its successor “Show Your Work” by the same author. I am just showing my work through this website as Austin Kleon told me through his book.
These are some of the books that not only can you finish in one week but will inspire you to be a habitual reader. It is all about finding a good start. If you start reading these easy-to-complete books, it will give you the confidence to read even more books. I can say for sure that this strategy works because it worked for me. Wishing you all the best for your reading journey. Just pick up a book and read. You will be surprised by what you can learn and achieve in just reading one week of reading.