Welcome to The WorkWell Library

Consider this your go-to bookshelf for personal and professional growth. The WorkWell Library is a curated collection of books designed to inspire, challenge, and guide you as you build a career—and a life—you love.

From leadership and mindset to balance and creativity, these titles are packed with wisdom to help you thrive at work and in life.

Grab a cup of tea, explore the shelves, and find your next great read.

  • Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

    Read this if you want to unlock your creative potential and let go of self-doubt.

  • Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes

    Read this if you need inspiration to say yes to life and its opportunities.

  • Grit by Angela Duckworth

    Read this if you want to learn how to stay motivated and achieve your biggest goals.

  • Untamed by Glennon Doyle

    Read this if you want to reclaim your voice and live on your own terms.

  • Manifesto by Candice Brathwaite

    Read this if you need a powerful reminder of your strength and worth.

  • Rest by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang

    Read this if you want to learn how to recharge and achieve more with less effort.

  • Atomic Habits by James Clear

    Read this if you need simple, effective strategies to transform your daily routines.

  • Mindset by Carol S. Dweck

    Read this if you want to shift your thinking and embrace limitless possibilities.

  • The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron

    Read this if you want to reignite your passion for life and creative expression.

  • Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

    Read this if you want to embrace uncertainty and lead with authenticity.

  • Leading the Life You Want by Stewart Friedman

    Read this if you are looking for practical strategies to integrate work, family, and self into a fulfilling life.

  • When by Daniel Pink

    Read this if you want to make better decisions by aligning with the natural rhythms of your day.

  • Burnout by Emily and Amelia Nagoski

    Read this if you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or ready to break the burnout cycle.

  • How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price

    Read this if you want to reclaim your time, focus, and mental health from constant scrolling.

  • Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke

    Read this if you want to understand why life feels addictive and how to find balance in a dopamine-driven world.

  • Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport

    Read this if you want to escape digital overwhelm, focus on what matters, and create a healthier relationship with technology.

  • Lift as You Climb by Viv Groskop

    Read this if you want to succeed on your own terms while empowering others and redefining what leadership can look like.

  • Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker

    Read this if you want to understand the science of sleep and how better rest can transform your health, productivity, and overall wellbeing.

  • Brag Better by Meredith Fineman

    Read this if you struggle to talk about your achievements and want to master the art of self-promotion without feeling awkward.

  • The Confidence Code by Katty Kay & Claire Shipman

    Read this if you want to understand what confidence really is, why it matters, and how to build more of it in your career and life.

  • The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins

    Read this if you want to stop wasting energy on what others think and start focusing on what truly matters to you.

  • The Imposter Phenomenon by Pauline Rose Clance & Suzanne Imes

    Read this if you’ve ever felt like a fraud, doubted your success, or struggled to own your achievements.

  • Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez

    Read this if you want to uncover how gender bias shapes the world, and what we can do about it.

  • The Class Ceiling by Sam Friedman & Daniel Laurison

    Read this if you want to understand how class privilege shapes career success and what it takes to break through.

  • The Fix by Michelle P. King

    Read this if you’re tired of being told to “lean in” and want to challenge the workplace systems that hold women back.

  • The Authority Gap by Mary Ann Sieghart

    Read this if you want to explore why women’s expertise is undervalued and how we can close the gap.

  • Bias Interrupted by Joan C. Williams

    Read this if you want a practical, research-backed guide to tackling bias and creating fairer workplaces.

  • Work Won’t Love You Back by Sarah Jaffe

    Read this if you’re done sacrificing your time, energy, and wellbeing for a job that demands passion but won’t pay you what you’re worth.

  • Algorithms of Oppression by Safiya Umoja Noble

    Read this if you want to uncover how search engines and tech reinforce bias and why it matters.

  • Dare to Lead by Brené Brown

    Read this if you want to lead with courage, vulnerability, and authenticity in work and life.

  • Own It by Sallie Krawcheck

    Read this if you want to take control of your career, embrace your strengths, and thrive on your own terms.

  • Presence by Amy Cuddy

    Read this if you want to build confidence, show up powerfully, and harness the science of body language.

  • Women and Leadership by Julia Gillard & Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

    Read this if you want to learn from global women leaders and understand the challenges (and opportunities) they face.

  • More Than Enough by Elaine Welteroth

    Read this if you need a reminder that you are already enough, and that your story matters.

  • Woman of Influence by Jo Miller

    Read this if you want a step-by-step guide to building your leadership presence and making an impact at work.

  • Professional Troublemaker by Luvvie Ajayi Jones

    Read this if you want to silence self-doubt, speak up boldly, and take up space without apology.

  • Start with Why by Simon Sinek

    Read this if you want to uncover your deeper purpose and inspire others with your vision.

  • Financial Joy by Ken & Mary Okoroafor

    Read this if you want to take control of your finances, build wealth with confidence, and create a joyful, stress-free relationship with money.

  • The No Club by Linda Babcock, Brenda Peyser, Lise Vesterlund & Laurie Weingart

    Read this if you’re tired of being the go-to person for “office housework” and want to set boundaries that protect your time and career growth.

  • You Should Smile More by The Band of Sisters

    Read this if you’re fed up with outdated workplace expectations and want to challenge the subtle (and not-so-subtle) biases women face at work.