With the warmer weather finally here, it’s the perfect time to find a quiet sunny spot and immerse yourself in a good book. With that in mind, we’ve found some amazing titles that are sure to impress readers who adore non-fiction-fiction and wellness-themed titles.
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Summer Wellness and Non-Fiction Reads
There’s nothing better than curling up with a good book in the summer sunshine, especially if it’s one that can offer some self-help, advice, and a moment of calm in today’s busy world. You’ll find some of our top picks below. Stay tuned for our fiction edit, coming soon!
The Seven Rules of Trust by Jimmy Wales
When Jimmy Wales founded Wikipedia more than two decades ago, he changed the landscape of knowledge forever – although almost no one realised it at the time. Today, people view Wikipedia 11 billion times every month in the English language alone. But in our ‘post-truth’ era, where the internet is a sea of disinformation and facts are increasingly malleable, Wales reminds us that it’s more important than ever to return to the problem at the heart of it all: that without trust, we have no knowledge. And without knowledge, we can’t fight back.
Derived from decades of observation, participation and discussion with leaders across the world, these are his clear, actionable rules for building trust in business, leadership and life. The Seven Rules of Trust reveals the fundamental principles that transformed a website which was once regarded as a highly dubious source of information to a universally trusted source for facts.
This book will help you become a trust-maker. To build deeper connections with others so you can be a better neighbour, a more understanding friend, even someone who can turn back the tide and inspire others to follow you. If you want to strengthen your relationships or simply bring more happiness and fulfilment into your life, then this is where to start. RRP £22.00.
Eight Million Ways to Happiness by Hiroko Yoda
In Eight Million Ways to Happiness, Hiroko Yoda invites readers on a transformative journey into the traditions that shape Japanese life. While millions have found inspiration in ideas like ikigai or The Courage to Be Disliked, Hiroko reveals the deeper traditions that quietly infuse Japan’s culture, drawn from Shinto, Buddhism, and the mountain mysticism of Shugendo.
These aren’t abstract philosophies. They are living practices that integrate so seamlessly with modern secular life, even natives can forget they are there. Reconnecting with them helped Hiroko find light after profound loss – and realise that they offer powerful tools for anyone seeking meaning, connection or peace in their own life. Whether you’re grieving, searching, or simply curious, this book is a reminder: there are millions of ways to be happy. You just have to find yours RRP £16.99.
The Power of Self-Healing by Sarah Woodhouse
In this revolutionary book, acclaimed psychologist Dr Sarah Woodhouse demonstrates that to heal our trauma and be truly well we must take action every single day. Through gripping case studies and interviews with some of the world’s leading trauma experts, The Power of Self-Healing demystifies the process of trauma healing with resources and tools you can start using today.
To be truly well, we have to take responsibility and start to create real change in ourselves and our lives. One hour of therapy a week isn’t enough, healing needs to happen the other 167 hours of our week too. This book is the map you’ve been waiting for, guiding you to where you need to be to truly thrive. As you learn and implement the 11 Principles and 4 Capacities of self-healing, you will create powerful changes in yourself, your family, your community and the world around you. RRP £18.99.
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration from Elizabeth Gilbert’s books for years. Now, this beloved author shares her wisdom and unique understanding of creativity, shattering the perceptions of mystery and suffering that surround the process – and showing us all just how easy it can be. By sharing stories from her own life, as well as those from her friends and the people that have inspired her, Elizabeth Gilbert challenges us to embrace our curiosity, tackle what we most love and face down what we most fear.
Whether you long to write a book, create art, cope with challenges at work, embark on a long-held dream, or simply to make your everyday life more vivid and rewarding, Big Magic will take you on a journey of exploration filled with wonder and unexpected joys. RRP £12.99.
Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose By Jennifer Breheny Wallace
In a world where loneliness, burnout, and disconnection have reached crisis levels, Jennifer Breheny Wallace offers a transformative solution: mattering. Through vivid storytelling and groundbreaking research, Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Purpose and Connection reveals how feeling seen, needed, and valued isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for our wellbeing and society’s future.
Filled with stories of individuals who have discovered the power of mattering, from the story of a fire chief who re-energized his emotionally exhausted team by helping them see their long-term impact, to a woman who transformed her grief into a movement helping thousands rebuild their lives, Wallace shows how mattering can be cultivated in every sphere of life. She demonstrates that when people feel they truly matter—that their presence and contributions are noticed, needed, and missed when they aren’t there—everything changes. Productivity soars, relationships deepen, and communities strengthen. RRP £22.00.
Upgrade: The No-Bullsh*t Guide to Levelling Up Your Life By Paul Mort
Paul Mort lives the change he empowers in other people. Now, following on from his audiobook and his sold-out coaching programmes, this new book shows how to break out of your rut, build a happier, healthier life and quit the excuses we tell ourselves. The result? Not just living the life you want, but bringing your best self to your family and friends too.
Paul breaks down big goals and big dreams into actions and mindsets that demolish excuses, negativity and procrastination. In short, punchy chapters, Paul shows how having a strong sense of self and a stable, powerful focus means you can achieve your goals unaffected by other people’s drama, negativity or destructive habits. No BS, no judgements, just support and clarity. RRP £20.00.
Practical Chakras by Lucy Lee, Viki Lester
Unblock and unlock your energetic power with this practical guide to chakra healing for beginners.
Discover the powerful benefits of reiki and energy healing with this beautiful, accessible guide to over 40 simple chakra-balancing rituals. Drawing on breathwork, crystal healing, herbalism, mudras, meditations, and affirmations, Practical Chakras will teach you how to work with your natural energies so that you can flow and thrive every day.
Whether you want to identify and heal energetic blockages or explore the unique themes behind each of the seven chakras, this book has everything you need to enhance your wellbeing practice. RRP £15.00.
Crystal spells and rituals for magical self-care Katie Huang, Marie-Noël Dumont
From amethyst for self-belief to tiger’s eye for self-assurance, you’ll find the perfect crystal for all your magical and self-care needs in Self-Love Crystals.
Written by crystal expert and modern mystic Katie Huang (Love By Luna) and filled with rituals and recipes to help boost your everyday wellbeing, learn how to harness the mystical powers of 30 crystals, and incorporate them into your daily self-care practice. RRP £15.00.
Find Your Path Through Imposter Syndrome by Jess Henley
Recognise and overcome feelings of inadequacy in psychotherapist Jess Henley’s comprehensive guide, Find Your Path through Imposter Syndrome. Imposter syndrome is the silent saboteur of self-confidence, whispering doubts and convincing individuals that their successes are mere flukes.
This book delves into the psychology of imposter syndrome, offering insights into its origins and manifestations. Through a blend of therapeutic techniques, including part work, tapping and meditation. RRP £7.99.
