I've always loved reading. As soon as I learnt to read, I've enjoyed it. However, this time I don't mean Novels, I mean a good, informative, helpful, lifestyle books.
I mean these books...
I actually do have more than I am showing in the above picture but as I'm moving house, a few of them are already packed up. I might do another of these blogs once I've moved and I can show you them all. I absolutely LOVE these types of books. I guess you can kind of call them 'self help' books, but not in the depressive sense.
They are really informative and each speaks to you in a different kind of way. I recommend all of these kinds of books for any type of girl. There really is something for everyone.
Of course, I have my favourites... one of them, I even call 'my Bible'. (Keep going cos that one is at the end!) I always refer back to them whenever I can. Most of them have been read on more than one occasion.
1. Nell McAndrew's Guide to Running
I've just recently decided that I need to get myself fitter and a lot healthier. Due to the fact that I'm moving house, I'm quite low on funds at the minute so joining a gym doesn't really seem like the best idea. So, I decided I'm going to train myself into a runner! I've never been a runner. I have asthma, which really doesn't help and has always been my excuse, but now, I've decided, it's time I started. This book really is helping me to get going. Nell shares lots of brilliant tips with you and shows that it's okay to stop for a breather, start walking for a bit and run very slowly at first to build up your fitness. She also shares some food/diet tips that come in handy.
2. Michelle Phan Make Up
This certainly isn't my favourite book, but it is definitely still well worth a read. Michelle Phan has done a YouTube blog for years and she puts all of her knowledge and expertise into this book. Very fun to look through. Easy to go back to when you just want a quick tip on something.
3. Love Tanya
Another YouTube blogger, Tanya Burr's book is fantastic. She has put personal stories in there as well as helpful tips etc. I recommend this book to anyone, whether they're a fan of Tanya or not. She has written a beauty bible and again, so handy for just dipping into as and when you need to check something.
4. Nourish - Mind, Body & Soul
This book is new to me. I've had a quick scan through it and fell in love with it straight away. It has 3 authors: Amber Rose, Sadie Frost & Holly Davidson. Each of them take a section and share their expertise with you. Amber Rose does some amazing recipes. It's one of those books where you can easily just curl up on the sofa with a cup of tea and read it while the evening passes you by.
5. Life with a Sprinkle of Glitter
6. Sprinkle of Glitter Diary for 2016 (not technically a book I know!)
Also a YouTuber - Louise and her 'sprinkle of glitter' are getting ever popular. This a dinky book that can easily be put in your handbag. She admits that she can't cook, she knows she's not perfect and yet her book is nothing short of fabulous. I liked it so much, that I've even bought (already) her diary for 2016. Both are filled qith uplifting quotes and things to do. She keeps you smiling the entire way through. If you've seen her videos on YouTube, you can hear her speaking to you as you read it.
7. Fleur De Force The Glam Guide
I am 110% obsessed with Fleur De Force. I watch every video as soon as I can. She is FANTASTIC. She released this book back in February and I have it on pre-order from the minute I knew about it. She's always such a happy person. Her and her husband Mike make a brilliant team. He's always happy to be in her videos etc.
In her videos she is also very happy to have other bloggers there with her and promote their pages too. She seems like such a nice genuine person. AND, she's obsessed with stars just as much as I am!
I'd love to have Fleur's job, it seems like so much fun. Very tiring though I imagine.
Her book doesn't disappoint. I love it. Being paperback, it's easy to carry around should you wish to read it on your lunch break or on the train etc. Definitely worth a read. Highly recommend this book and her videos.
8. Cupcakes and Cashmere at Home
I also have the original Cupcakes and Cashmere but that book is definitely packed away in a box somewhere. Both of the books are really good. (They must be, I bought one and then couldn't wait to buy the other!) She has some really good tips. I love the fact that she isn't all about make up as well. She is about food and home style too. She splits her books into seasons which makes them even more fun to read.
9. Maria Menounos - The Everygirls Guide to Life
10. Maria Menounos - The Everygirls Guide to Diet & Fitness
I've put these two books together as clearly, they have the same author. I mentioned earlier that one of these books was my 'Bible'... Ladies, number 9 in my list is THE BIBLE. I LOVE this book. I cannot say enough about it. I had to get her second book because the first one was so amazing. I've heard that early next year she is releasing a recipe book as well. I can't wait for that to arrive in the UK.
Both of these books are fabulous. The first one though, just has something about it. The cover feels amazing for a start. It just feels like a nice book. The second one doesn't have the same texture unfortunately. Inside, both books are jam packed with just about everything you need to know. Food, make up, lifestyle, fitness, tidying, saving money. They're all in there. I almost don't want to pack these books in case I want them before I move. (Which is only in about 2 weeks).
If you're going to take my recommendations on any of these books then 4, 7 & 9 are my top 3 favourites. Clearly though, I love them all. They're all great to look at as well which makes them excellent coffee table books.
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