About Books & Literature: Never Stop Improving

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Books & Literature From Emily Faherty, your About Books & Literature Editor "There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self." With these words from Ernest Hemingway, we kick off September―also deemed National Self-Improvement Month! And because nothing nurtures growth more than reading, let's take a closer look at some of the best books that help you learn more about, well, yourself. On the Pursuit of Happiness These top books about discovering what makes you happy can be an inquisitive first step toward greater self-awareness and a life of bliss. 7 Inspirational Memoirs The Best Books to Improve Your Social Skills Search Related Topics:  happiness  emotions  friendship It's Not Easy Being Teen We all remember our teenage years (maybe not so fondly). Well, it hasn't gotten any easier―or less awkward―for today's teens, as they face difficult issues on a daily basis: self-esteem, bullying, and peer pressure to name a few. Help empower the next generation with these popular motivational books for teens. 5 Must Reads for Teenage Girls The Best Health and Relationship Books For Teens Search Related Topics:  motivate your teen  books for teens  gift ideas for teens Should You Stay or Should You Go? Everyone can get stuck in a rut, especially when it comes to your job. Are you really doing what you love? Ready to make some changes if you aren't? Assess your passions and consider new opportunities with these helpful career building books for every stage of your working (or retired) life. The Best Books for Making Smarter Career Choices 10 Books Every Small Business Owner Should Read Search Related Topics:  career building books  career building  Friday: National Read a Book Day September 6 is also National Read a Book Day! In keeping with our self-improvement theme, why not celebrate the holiday with a more introspective choice? The Humanity Project, a new release by Jean Thompson, fits the bill. The novel explores its characters' motives to be good, as they each struggle with "a past they would rather forget and a future self they would rather be." Review: Outliers by Malcom Gladwell Review: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Related Searches Best Free Books Literature Top 10 Books Books Online Good Books Featured Articles 15 Motivational Books for Runners Are You Having a Quarterlife Crisis? Discover the Power of Introverts The Best Books for a Broken Heart Review: 'The Happiness Project' Quotes About Self-Improvement   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Advertisement