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11 Books Every College Student Should Read

Discover new ways to look at life.

Hally Acuna
Nov 02, 2015
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Your time in college will include the highest highs and the lowest lows while you are trying to find yourself. These years will have you asking all sorts of questions: What am I going to do after college? Did I pick the right major? What am I doing with my life? These books will take you on a journey on how to find yourself and will let you know that have questions and second guessing is normal because you will find success along the way.

1. The Alchemist


Written by Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist, will take you on a journey to discover your path in life.

2. Just Listen

Written by Sarah Dessen. Although this story is set in high school, this book will teach you to stand up for what you think is right and to stand up for yourself.

3. Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)

Written by Mindy Kailing. This book is of the fails and triumphs that Mindy went through on her way to success and will teach you that success doesn't come straight after college, you have to work for it.

4. Yes Please

Written by Amy Poehler. This book will give you all the life advice you will need.

5. Man v. Nature



Written by Diane Cook. Man v. Nature will tell you of all the truths of the world without holding back.

6. Civil Wars

Written by June Jordan. This book (essay) covers everything from race to sexuality and will make you blend lines of personal feelings.

7. #GIRLBOSS

Written by Sophia Amoruso. The story of how Sophia Amoruso started from nothing to become a Founder and CEO.

8. The Opposite of Loneliness


Written by the late Marina Keegan. This book is a series of essays that was written while Keegan was in college of those incredibly unique years before she died.

9. Just Kids

Written by Patti Smith. The true story of Patti Smith's time in New York City where she discovered what youth and friendship are really about.

10. On the Road

Written by Jack Kerouac. This book is for those who feel like outsiders and show you that that is okay.

11. The Secret History

Written by Donna Tartt. Under the influence of a professor in England, students discover new ways of thinking about everyday existence.

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