Books To Read This Fall To Inspire You

As the leaves slowly change colors and the air turns crisp as days grow shorter, there is no denying that Fall has arrived. There's no better time than when the weather is cool to spend time indoors reading a new book. If you're looking for a bit of inspiration during the colder months, we've got you covered! We've created a list of the top 5 books you should read this fall to inspire and motivate you for the upcoming year.

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho 

The Alchemist is an inspiring tale about a young man who embarks on a journey to pursue his dreams. It is a story about leaving behind one's comfort zone and familiar surroundings, to reach their dream. This is a wonderful read for those searching for that extra bit of inspiration to pursue their passion and conquer their fears.

“It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” 

― The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

The Kite Runner is an emotional story about family, friendship and betrayal. It is a beautifully written tale that explores the price of deceit and the possibilities of redemption. This story is filled with life lessons and thought provoking questions that are bound to leave its reader drawn in.

"It may be unfair, but what happens in a few days, sometimes even a single day, can change the course of a whole lifetime...” -The Kite Runner, Khaled Hosseini

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald 

A timeless classic, the Great Gatsby is a novel that explores the American dream in the 1920's, time, fate, and societal constructs. Although it is based on a period of time decades ago, it is a story that is relevant to this day. The tale dives into questions of money and happiness, love, passion, and optimism. 

“And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.” - The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Giver by Lois Lowry

The Giver is a dystopian novel about a young boy who grows up in a society that lacks emotion, colour and uniqueness. This story opens up the idea of challenging the social norms, and discovering the beauty and individuality that lies behind risk and safety. It's a great read to get inspired to think outside of the box, and the courage it takes to think big.

“They were satisfied with their lives which had none of the vibrance his own was taking on. And he was angry at himself, that he could not change that for them.” - The Giver, Lois Lowry

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

A tale set during World War II in Germany, The Book Thief is about a young foster girl's love of books, which she shares with others during a time of destruction and fear. This is a heartfelt tale about love, heartbreak, family and death. Most notably, it is a story about the love of books, and the ability of books to breath life back into one's world.

“I have to say that although it broke my heart, I was, and still am, glad I was there.” -The Book Thief, Mark Zusak