Have you ever chosen a book to read before bed in the hopes that it would help you fall asleep faster? If it’s a dry non-fiction, your eyes might grow heavy by page 4. Yet, if it’s a suspenseful story, you might accidentally stay awake past your bedtime. Instead of something too dull or overly exciting, we present to you 10 books that can help you ease into sleep more comfortably.
GRANDMOTHERS, SALLEY VICKERS
Salley Vickers is renowned for her gentle and serene stories. In ‘Grand Mars,’ readers are invited to explore the role of a grandmother in life through exquisitely subtle details. A book with a profound and warm perspective that offers you comfort before bedtime.
FRANCOISE HERITIER (THE SWEETNESS OF LIFE, FRANCOISE HERITIER
This little book feels like a perfect healing balm after a tough day. It comprises a collection of letters written by Heritier to a close friend battling depression, serving as a reminder of the overlooked everyday joys that make life happier. It’s cheerful and nostalgic. If you’re feeling low, you might consider jotting down some of your own small pleasures, even leaving a few blank pages in this book as if emulating a similar act
WIMMER AMONG THE STARS, KANISHK THAROOR
Short stories are the perfect equilibrium for evening reads when you don’t have time for a novel but still crave something. Tharoor’s tales are captivating due to their boundless imagination.
MIDNIGHT LIBRARY, MATT HAIG
Midnight Library is a collection of meaningful messages cleverly woven into an entertaining narrative. Readers can sense the warmth of this book, even though the Library hovers between the realms of life and death. It’s a compelling, inspiring, and uplifting read, serving as a sincere reminder to live a truly fulfilling life.
THE LITTLE BOOK OF SLEEP: THE ART OF NATURAL SLEEP, DR NERINA REMLAKHAN
The Little Book of Sleep is designed to assist readers in achieving a deeper sleep state through illustrated instructions. Offering practical advice along with yoga and body-awareness techniques, it helps you unwind before bedtime.
A WILDERNESS STATION: Collection of Stories from 1968-1994 by Alice Munro
Despite the fact that some skilled authors are masters of the genre, it’s clear: Short stories possess concise plots, making them ideal for reading during the wait for sleep to arrive.
THE BOOK OF SLEEP: 75 STRATEGIES TO RELIEVE INSOMNIA, DR NICOLE MOSHFEGH
Based on cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, this book presents various methods to aid individuals dealing with insomnia. It also provides daily logs for readers to track sleep and identify their personal sleep patterns.
THE SLEEP SOLUTION, CHRIS WINTER
We understand the significance of quality sleep and its impact across all aspects of daily life, and in this book, Winter shares his insights on sleep based on science after helping over 10,000 patients achieve better rest. The book aims to guide individuals in obtaining the best possible night’s sleep, delving into the root causes and what might hinder a good night’s sleep.
STRENGTH IN STILLNESS, BOB ROTH
Meditation is one of the most widely practiced disciplines, requiring you to sit comfortably, close your eyes, and repeat a mantra in your mind. Experts advise performing this technique twice a day, for 20 minutes each session. In this book, Roth elucidates the many benefits of meditation and offers personalized guidance on the proper meditation technique.
THE HEADSPACE GUIDE TO MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS, ANDY PUDDICOMBE
If you find it challenging to incorporate meditation into your daily life, then this book is tailored for you. Andy Puddicombe is a clinical meditation consultant, and through this book, he conveys to readers that meditation doesn’t require much time at all; in fact, you can do it during your lunch break, before work, or before bed, taking just 10 minutes.
