10 Best Books to Gift to Your Best Friend
Books are something that comes with a healing power. Not only the avid readers but a book can bring a greater change in everyone’s lives. Reading books is considered to be one of the best hobbies one can have as reading experiences can bring a change in perspective as well as perception about life. Books are available in various genres including romance, thriller, adventures, self-help, murder mystery, horror, and the list goes on. If you are familiar with someone’s literary taste, you can also gift them books such as your best friend's.
Books are also quite affordable and you can find a handful of options to buy within a nominal budget. If you are also planning to buy a literary gift for your friend, here is a list of the 10 best books to gift which come within a nominal budget and offer a captivating reading experience.
1. Wish I Could Tell You by Durjoy Datta
Durjoy Datta is renowned for his romantic stories which are favorites to many Indian readers. Most of his romantic novels depict the small details of love along with its struggles which make the stories highly relatable to the readers. A similar taste can be found in the book ‘Wish I Could Tell’ where the story revolves around two main characters namely Ananth and Anusha who fall in love with each other. Somewhere between the cliché romance and a modern perception, the story offers a constant struggle between the mind and the heart when it comes to relationships.
2. One Arranged Murder by Chetan Bhagat
After gaining much popularity with the books like ‘Two States’ and ‘Five Point Someone’, Chetan Bhagat has tried many books that can resonate with the audience. His book ‘One Arranged Murder’ offers a different taste than his regular books that focus on the essence of life. The story revolves around two detectives as well as best friends Keshav and Saurabh who find their faith in friendship being tested while investigating a murder case. Filled with organic emotions, the book can offer a slice of life that is engaging and enjoyable.
3. The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma
Just like the name suggests, this book offers an amazing journey of a monk’s journey with transcendence of life and Spirituality. Robin Sharma has done a great job in crafting this book which focuses on the simple pleasures of life that can be never bought but earned through experiences. The story re-establishes the fact that ‘money can’t buy happiness’. It is about abandoning materialism and becoming a man of his own virtues which Julian Mantle successfully does, the protagonist of the story. It offers a strong sense of purpose in life and you should definitely give it to your friend. It is capable of improving readers’ mental health and helping them find inner peace.
4. The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Dr Joseph Murphy
Other than the conscious mind and cognitive actions of a human; the subconscious mind also plays a vital role in shaping life. ‘The Power of Your Subconscious Mind’ is an amazing book that offers a blend of science and spirituality. It focuses on the mind’s power to break through bad habits and the ability to prosper with happiness and pride even if someone is going through the hardest time of life.
5. Wise and Otherwise: A Salute Life by Sudha Murty
It is one of the best books by the author that gained much attention from the readers. The subject matter focuses on understanding humans and nature and their inter-relation which is perhaps one of the most complex things in the world. The book questions ethics and the differences between good and bad which is often hard to define. Intriguing and engaging, the book is capable of changing the thought process of readers with narrations of 51 travel stories.
6. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
It is one of the evergreen classics by Coelho that will always remain popular and relevant to readers. The book is read by most bookworms as it offers a simple yet thought-provoking story to which everyone relate. While the story is based on the central character named Santiago who is in search of treasures from the Pyramids; the metaphoric approach emphasizes the strong desires of humans. The book also offers motivation with a sense of never giving up even if the destination is hard to reach.
7. A Man Called Ove by Fredrick Backman
If you are looking for a book that consists of an enticing blend of humor and romance, then ‘A Man Called Ove‘ is the right book for your friend. It revolves around a life-affirming comic story that shows how the values of love, kindness, and happiness can "brighten your day." It is about an old man who wants nothing but to kill himself but eventually finds the taste of life through a Swedish adventure.
8. Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty
Jay Shetty is revered as a motivational speaker who has a huge fanbase around the world. This dynamic persona has captured his vision and perception of life through this book which quickly became the best-seller in the market. The wisdom provided in this book paves a path for positivity while keeping out all the toxicity from life.
9. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
It is perhaps one of the most popular books that is widely sold around the world. It is another timeless classic that consists of a coming-of-age story and also a historical story regarding the Great Depression. Featuring an unusual blend of humor and tragedy, optimism and poignancy; this book is a must-read for everyone. You and your friend might find yourself questioning the loopholes of the law.
10. Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Hector Gracia & Francesc Miralles
There are many Japanese philosophies based on life and ‘Authentic Living’ and Ikigai is one of them. The book offers a sense of purpose and direction in life which most individuals struggle to deal with. The book can help readers to embark on a journey of self-care which is not only important but mandatory for every human being. You get only life, so why not live it with more passion? Right!
Stay tuned to explore more books that can change your life.
