Recommended Reading
There are lots of books on simplifying life. Here are my favorites.
(Psst… Head here for books written by me.)
An Everlasting Meal
by Tamar Adler
Philosophy & instruction on eating frugally and well. Lovely writing.
The More of Less
by Joshua Becker
A compelling case for why our lives are richer with less stuff.
Simply Tuesday
by Emily P. Freeman
A reminder why it’s the little parts of our lives that actually matter most.
What Falls From the Sky
by Esther Emery
A memoir about a woman’s year fasting from the internet. (Here’s my podcast with her.)
Chasing Slow
by Erin Loechner
My podcast co-host’s experience of going from life’s fast lane to the gracious slow.
In the Neighborhood
by Peter Lovenheim
One man’s experience of getting to know his neighbors.
Essentialism
by Greg McKeown
The definitive book about why we don’t need to do 99% of what we do (an annual read for me).
Home Comforts
by Cheryl Mendelson
The bible on simple homekeeping; a fantastic reference for any home (great for wedding gifts).
Deep Work
by Cal Newport
A profound look at why focus matters so much in our distracted culture.
Simplicity Parenting
by Kim John Payne & Lisa M. Ross
A fantastic book about raising the next generation with less stuff—physically, mentally, emotionally.
Your Money or Your Life
by Vicki Robin
My favorite book on how to look at money, income, and lifestyle.
Anything You Want
by Derek Sivers
An irreverent but helpful look at a minimalist entrepreneurial life.
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