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If you Googled “best nonfiction books for women” I’m sure you could come up with thousands of suggestions. So how do you narrow it down?
First, a confession….
I never really enjoyed reading when I was younger. It wasn’t until I got into nonfiction books related to my interests that I started to actually enjoy reading. Now it’s one of my favorite things to do when I get some quiet time.
To help you narrow down your search here are some of my favorite nonfiction books on finances, productivity, business, inspirational, spiritual, mom life and health.
Best Financial Books
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey is the best overall finance book for anyone that is looking to improve their finances with this 7 Baby Steps to Financial Peace. Dave shares his proven system to help people live on a budget, get out of debt, build wealth and give generously.
Smart Money Smart Kids by Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze
Smart Money Smart Kids by Dave Ramsey and his daughter, Rachel Cruze will help you apply the same lessons from Total Money Makeover for your kids. They will guide you on how to teach your kids about earning money and how they should divide their money into savings, spending and giving.
The Legacy Journey by Dave Ramsey
You have probably figured out by now that I am a huge fan of Dave Ramsey when it comes to financial advice. The Legacy Journey: A Radical View of Biblical Wealth and Generosity is another great book of his. Dave focuses on the bigger why in Legacy Journey. Why do you want financial peace? He talks about leaving a legacy, changing your family’s financial tree and how to give generously.
For more suggestions on financial books, check out The 7 Best Personal Finance Books You Should Read.
Best Books About Productivity
Take Back Your Time by Christy Wright
We all strive for that proper work life balance. And when we feel out of balance we become discouraged. I love Christy Wright’s book Take Back Your Time: The Guilt Free Guide to Life Balance. Christy has a different view about life balance that I think we all need to adopt. Balance is not about having an equal parts of all the things in your life. It’s about being intentional with what you have to focus on in the moment and also being fully present.
Do Less by Kate Northrup
Do less? Intriguing concept for a productivity book isn’t it? Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Ambitious Women by Nate Northrup. She encourages busy women to break free of the daily hustle by working within the phases of your menstrual cycle. By doing the right things at the right time, you will more productive. This book was the first time I was introduced to the concept doing certain things based on my body’s natural rhythem. (Hint – for a deeper dive into the topic of syncing with your cycle check out the book In The Flo, which is linked below in the Health section)
Books for Women with Big Dreams
You’re Made for a God Sized Dream by Holley Gerth
Do you have a big dream on your heart? Maybe that dream scares you a little or you don’t know where to start. If so, then read Holley Gerth’s You’re Made for a God Sized Dream: Opening the Door for All God Has for You. Holley will encourage you and guide you to go after that God given dream.
Do It Scared by Ruth Soukup
Do your dreams scare you a little? Ruth Soukup encourages you to go after what you want despite your fears in Do It Scared: Finding the Courage to Face Your Fears, Overcome Adversity and Create a Life You Love.
Believe It by Jamie Kern Lima
I love Jamie Kern Lima’s story about building her business in Believe It: How to Go from Underestimated to Unstoppable. She shares the many obstacles she faced while building her It Cosmetics brand but she never gave up. Her tenacity led her to growing a global cosmetics business which she later sold for a billion dollars!
Business Boutique by Christy Wright
If you have an idea or skill that you would like to market but you’re not sure where to start then Business Boutique: A Women’s Guide for Making Money Doing What She Loves by Christy Wright will get you going.
Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo
Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo is packed with wisdom around conquering fear, managing your time well, dealing with criticism, following your dreams and achieving your goals. Her saying “everything is figureoutable” came from her mother when she was growing up; encouraging her to think creatively to find solutions.
You are the Girl for the Job by Jess Connolly
Sometimes God calls us to something but we come up with every excuse as to why we aren’t ready. (guilty!) In You are the Girl for the Job: Daring to Believe the God Who Calls You, Jess Connelly provides 6 steps to help us step into God’s calling.
Two Weeks Notice by Amy Porterfield
Although I don’t have a 9-5 job I just had to read Amy Porterfield’s Two Weeks Notice: Find the Courage to Quit Your Job, Make More Money, Work Where You Want and Change the World. I’m a fan of her podcast, Marketing Made Easy so I knew this book would be gold. Amy shares how she kicked her fears from leaving the corporate world to become an entrepreneur. What I love best about Amy is she shares simple action items to help you move forward. I wish I had this book when I was still working in the corporate world.
Devotionals and Spiritual Books for Women
Living True: 40 Days Back to You by Christy Wright
Do you feel like you lost yourself? Maybe you don’t fee like yourself because of a career you don’t enjoy or you’re busy in the day to day of motherhood. If that sounds like you then you have to read Christy Wright’s devotional, Living True: 40 Days Back to You by Christy Wright. Christy will remind you who God is, who you are, where you are and where you’re going in this 40 day devotional.
The Confident Women Devotional by Joyce Meyer
If you are looking for a quick daily devotional with powerful insight then grab The Confident Women Devotional by Joyce Meyer. This small book is packed with 365 days of daily devotionals that can be read in a couple minutes.
Straighten Your Crown by Trish Blackwell
Trish Blackwell shares personal struggles around debt, self-esteem, body image and limiting beliefs in Straighten Your Crown: Rediscovering That You Are Seen, You Matter, and the King Delights In You. With all her stories she shares one main message, that you are the daughter of of the King and you are loved. I also love her podcast, The Confidence Podcast.
Inspirational Books for Women
Redefine Wealth for Yourself by Patrice Washington
This may sound like a personal finance book but it’s so much more. In Redefine Wealth for Yourself: How to Stop Chasing Money and Finally Live Your Life’s Purpose, Patrice Washington shares her Six Pillars of Wealth that will bring purpose and prosperity to your life.
How are You, Really? by Jenna Kutcher
In How are You, Really?, Jenna Kutcher encourages you to pause and really ask yourself that question, “how are you, really?” She shares beautiful insight on how to be true to yourself. Each chapter ends with some journal questions to give you time to check in with yourself and apply the lessons learned.
Love Does by Bob Goff
I promise you will enjoy Bob Goff’s witty and entertaining stories in Love Does. Bob believes that you can create impact on the world through love.
Everybody Always by Bob Goff
After you read Love Does, you will want to read Everybody Always (but you don’t necessarily have to read them in order to enjoy both). Bob shares more stories to show how everybody can show love in ordinary ways.
Books on Mom Life
Have More Fun by Mandy Arioto
As moms we can easily get lost in the day to day. Mandy Arioto, CEO of Mother’s of Preschoolers (MOPS) which is an international organization for mothers gets this. In her book, Have More Fun she shares some tips and personal stories on how we can incorporate more fun and laughter into our lives.
#IMomSoHard by Kristen Hensley and Jen Smedley
If you could use some light hearted reading with funny stories about mom life then #iMomSoHard by Kristen Hensley and Jen Smedley is the book for you. Their stories are relatable and hilarious.
Mom Fog by Hannah Keeley
Christian Mom Coach, Hannah Keeley shares 8 steps to overcoming mom fatigue syndrome in Mom Fog. Hannah shares witty stories and practical tips to help you thrive as a mother.
Crazy Mama by Hannah Keeley
Another great book from Hannah Keeley is Crazy Mama. She encourages mothers to break out of the ordinary by sharing 9 steps to a not-so-normal life.
Health Books for Women
In The Flo by Alisa Vitti
In the Flo: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life by Alisa Vitti should be on every women’s reading list. Alisa goes into depth about how our hormones fluctuate during each phase of the menstrual cycle and how it effects our overall health. Think you learned all this in middle school health class? Guess again! The information she shares SHOULD be taught to all young ladies but most of us adults don’t even know the information that Alisa shares. I read though the whole book and often go back to reference certain parts.
Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson
Could you use more restful sleep? I’m sure you could, so you have to read Sleep Smarter: 21 Essential Strategies to Sleep Your Way to a Better Body, Better Health and Bigger Success by Shawn Stevenson. Shawn explains why lack of quality sleep can be so detrimental to our bodies. He also shares tips and habits to increase your sleep quality.
Get the Full List of Best Nonfiction Books for Women
This list of best nonfiction books for women certainly isn’t all the books I have read, just some of the main ones I think you would enjoy.
I have all these in my Great Reads list on Amazon. Go check out that list and add your top favorites to your own cart or Amazon wish list!
Also tell me in the comments below – Have you read any of these? What did you think? Any suggestions that aren’t on the list? I could always use more suggestions!
