{"id":15278,"date":"2016-01-22T17:43:32","date_gmt":"2016-01-22T12:13:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/?p=15278"},"modified":"2016-01-22T17:43:32","modified_gmt":"2016-01-22T12:13:32","slug":"10-life-changing-books-authors-must-read-thisnew-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/10-life-changing-books-authors-must-read-thisnew-year\/","title":{"rendered":"<center>10 Life changing books Authors must read this<\/center><center>New Year<\/center>"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>New Year always brings an opportunity to reflect on the year just passed and looks to the future; it is a chance to set new goals and to change the way we see ourselves. Part of this process of self improvement can be helped by reading the right books; here are the top ten must read books for the coming year:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal\/dp\/1878424319\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51MfVDOlEkL._SX338_BO1204203200_-198x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"198\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-15281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51MfVDOlEkL._SX338_BO1204203200_-198x300.jpg 198w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51MfVDOlEkL._SX338_BO1204203200_.jpg 264w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>1. The Four Agreements; A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz<\/b><br \/>\nThis book highlights the wisdom of the Toltecs; the work of a group of scientists and artist which has existed for decades and explored the wisdom of the ancients. All things are possible through four, key agreements: Don\u2019t take anything personally, don\u2019t make assumptions, always do your best and be impeccable with your words.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Anywhere\/dp\/0307465357\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51Zm0PIE36L._SX326_BO1204203200_-198x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"198\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-15282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51Zm0PIE36L._SX326_BO1204203200_-198x300.jpg 198w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51Zm0PIE36L._SX326_BO1204203200_.jpg 314w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>2. The 4-hour Work Week: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss<\/b><br \/>\nThis author has written several books on how to be successful by just working four hours a week. Each book focuses on a particular career choice, except for this one.  The 4-hour Work Week focuses on the principles you need to adopt to make the four hour work week a possibility.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>3. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey<\/b><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-Habits-Highly-Effective-People\/dp\/0743269519\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51hV5vGr4AL-197x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"197\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-15285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51hV5vGr4AL-197x300.jpg 197w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/51hV5vGr4AL.jpg 312w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 197px) 100vw, 197px\" \/><\/a>The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has been successful for many years because it is written in simple, understandable terms.  Put simply, adopt the following habits and you will become more effective and successful; <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Begin with the end in mind<\/li>\n<li>Be proactive<\/li>\n<li>Understand others first <\/li>\n<li>then be understood<\/li>\n<li>Cooperate whenever possible<\/li>\n<li>Renew your skills and energy regularly<\/li>\n<li>Think winner!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Return-Love-Reflections-Principles-Miracles-ebook\/dp\/B000VYX944\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/845977-198x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"198\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-15286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/845977-198x300.jpg 198w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/845977.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>4. A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of \u201cA Course in Miracles\u201d by Marianne Williamson<\/b><br \/>\nThe book emphasizes the importance of allowing faith and love to be an integral part of your daily life. It can help overcome all sorts of trauma and pain as well as creating a magical effect in your life and the life of your children.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Drive-Surprising-Truth-About-Motivates\/dp\/1594484805\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/danpink_drive_cover-189x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"189\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-15287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/danpink_drive_cover-189x300.jpg 189w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/danpink_drive_cover.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 189px) 100vw, 189px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>5. Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink<\/b><br \/>\nDaniel Pink has nearly forty years of research into human motivation and this book seeks to examine the truth of what motivates someone. It examines the three main concepts; autonomy, mastery and purpose and offers tips and insights as to how to make them a part of your life and improve your life accordingly.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-Power-Now-Spiritual-Enlightenment\/dp\/1577314808\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/6708-195x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"195\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-15288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/6708-195x300.jpg 195w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/6708.jpg 309w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 195px) 100vw, 195px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>6. The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckart Tolle<\/b><br \/>\nThis book delves into spirituality and its effects on daily life; it reflects on how an increased awareness of spirituality can improve your life. The Power of Now introduces a practical way to bring spirituality into your life and how, living in the moment, can bring about huge rewards.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-Element-Finding-Passion-Everything\/dp\/0143116738\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/the-element-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"205\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-15289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/the-element-205x300.jpg 205w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/the-element.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>7. The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything by Sir Ken Robinson<\/b><br \/>\nThis inspiring book is a must read for anyone looking to defy the odds and make an impact in the society and world around you. It focuses on finding your \u2018element\u2019 and then using this to improve your own life and that of those around you.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Whatcha-Gonna-That-Duck-Provocations\/dp\/1591846099\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/15843039-197x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"197\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-15290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/15843039-197x300.jpg 197w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/15843039.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 197px) 100vw, 197px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>8. Whatcha Gonna Do With That Duck?: And Other Provocations by Seth Godin<\/b><br \/>\nThis book takes a look at the areas in everyone\u2019s lives which should and, in fact, must be improved. It is brutally honest and, at the same time, genuinely inspiring. The book will become your best friend and your guru.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-Laws-Power-Robert-Greene\/dp\/0140280197\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/images-214x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"214\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-15291\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/images-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/images-731x1024.png 731w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/images.png 772w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 214px) 100vw, 214px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>9. The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene<\/b><br \/>\nPower is not something that everyone should desire and this book does not seek to assist you in your quest for power. Instead it discusses the principles of power and effects of it. Reading The 48 Laws of Power will help you understand what you need to do if you want power and how others will use their power to manipulate you; if you let them.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Eat-That-Frog-Great-Procrastinating\/dp\/1576754227\/&#038;tag=freado0c-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/61uDqg7PdoL-170x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"170\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-15292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/61uDqg7PdoL-170x300.jpg 170w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/61uDqg7PdoL-580x1024.jpg 580w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/61uDqg7PdoL.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 170px) 100vw, 170px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<b>10. Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy<\/b><br \/>\nEveryone knows what it is like to have good intentions but to be distracted by other \u2018more important\u2019 things. This is procrastinating. To beat this and get things done it is essential to set your priorities, break jobs up into small challenges and even now which job to tackle first. This is an incredibly motivating book!<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/paul1.jpeg\" title=\"Paul Trevino\" width=\"150\" height=\"147\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-15308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/paul1.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/bookbuzzr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/paul1-65x65.jpeg 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 70%\">By Paul Trevino and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lovereading.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\">LoveReading.co.uk<\/a>!<br \/>\nPaul is a regular contributor at many sites and mainly focuses on business and books related topics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New Year always brings an opportunity to reflect on the year just passed and looks to the future; it is a chance to set new goals and to change the way we see ourselves. 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