Gift-Worthy

The ultimate test of a book: would you buy it for someone else? These are the ones I've pressed into people's hands with a 'trust me, read this.' Every one a conversation starter. Several have changed relationships.

A gift book earns its place twice: once when you decide to give it, and once when the person reads it and messages you. Unreasonable Hospitality. Four Thousand Weeks. Do Interesting. The Inner Game of Tennis. I've bought multiple copies of each. If you want a book that will actually be read rather than shelved, start here.