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Are you looking for new books to add to your collection? Then look no further because BrownStyle Magazine’s Bookshelf is back with literary excellence!
In this edition of the Bookshelf, we highlight the top five books that gave us the push we need to reclaim our wealth and well-being.
From stories written to remind us to pay attention to the red flags while dating to step-by-step playbooks to help you cautiously navigate your finances, check out the books we suggest adding to your reading list!
The Red Flags I’ve (Repeatedly) Ignored: Love, Lust, + Lessons
by Brianna McCabe
This raw, real, and hilarious self-help memoir dives into the chaos of dating in your twenties—one red flag at a time.
In this semi-autobiographical (ish) journey, Brianna McCabe shares the missteps, heartbreaks, and “aha” moments she experienced while dating; from abandonment issues and insecurities to rollercoaster relationships and raunchy rendezvous.
The marketing pro and professor also gets candid about ignoring warning signs, learning tough lessons, and ultimately discovering what it means to truly love yourself.
With humor, vulnerability, and plenty of relatable moments, The Red Flags I’ve (Repeatedly) Ignored shows that before finding the right partner, you’ve got to learn to embrace the most important person—you.
The Financial Activist Playbook: 8 Strategies For Everyday People To Reclaim Wealth And Collective Well-Being
by Jasmine Rashid
You don’t need to be a financial expert or part of the 1% to make a real impact. This book challenges the idea that building wealth and supporting social justice are mutually exclusive.
Instead of traditional (and often boring) finance advice, Rashid’s playbook offers eight easy, action-packed strategies for reimagining money and power— from shifting bank dollars and flexing your role as an everyday philanthropist to tapping into community investments.
Packed with humor, hands-on exercises, and real-world stories from impact investing and social justice circles, The Financial Activist Playbook is an inspiring, practical guide to building an economy of care and abundance—for now and for future generations.
Leonor: The Story Of A Lost Childhood
by Paula Delgado-Kling
Set in Colombia, this is the powerful and heartbreaking story of Leonor, a former child soldier of the FARC.
Forced into sexual slavery by a commander decades older than her, Leonor’s journey spans nineteen years, as Delgado-Kling documents her time in the guerrilla group through her struggle with addiction, rehabilitation, and motherhood.
Despite unimaginable circumstances, Leonor’s resilience and fierce sense of self-worth helped her navigate a brutal, male-dominated world. Interwoven with Delgado-Kling’s family’s experiences with Colombia’s violent political history, Leonor’s story is one of survival, strength, and the long road to healing.
Write And Release Journal: Let Go Of Worries And Make Space For Peace
by Nicola Taggart
For fans of Calm the Chaos and Let That Sh*t Go, this journal is your new stress-busting bestie!
Packed with quick, easy prompts, this book helps you process anxiety, practice mindfulness, and release those daily worries. Inside, you’ll find simple prompts to calm anxious thoughts, mindfulness tools to soothe your mind, and uplifting affirmations for hope and gratitude.
With a calming aesthetic and space to reflect, this journal is perfect for anyone seeking peace and positivity.
The Hot Girl’s Guide To Winning At Life
by Fendi Faith
This book is your go-to guide for reclaiming your feminine power and thriving on your terms! In a world where balancing dating, family, career, and social pressures can feel like a constant juggle, this self-help guide offers a fresh perspective for women who want to embrace their identity with confidence and authenticity.
Whether you’re leveling up in your career, relationships, or personal growth, The Hot Girl’s Guide offers you the tools and mindset you need to win in life.
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