Books to Inspire Hope and Reflection

When Breath Becomes Air (Indonesian Edition)

249 pages

This book is a profound exploration of life and death, written by a neurosurgeon who faced terminal cancer. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the human experience and the meaning of life.

Mitch Albom's Tuesdays with Morrie

52 pages

THE STORY: TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE is the autobiographical story of Mitch Albom, an accomplished journalist driven solely by his career, and Morrie Schwartz, his former college professor. Sixteen years after graduation, Mitch happens to catch Morrie's appear

The Little Prince

139 pages

It's a wholesome read that can make your mom feel good, perfect for sharing in little pieces without pressure.

The Far Side Gallery 4

170 pages

Far Side comics offer a unique blend of humor and wit that can provide a much-needed escape during tough times.

Complete Poems and Selected Letters of John Keats

641 pages

Keats' poetry is rich with emotion and beauty, making it a profound choice for anyone seeking depth and inspiration.

The Book of Quotes

76 pages

A wonderful conversation between the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu about happiness, perfect for uplifting spirits.

Siddhartha

136 pages

This book offers a gentle exploration of life's journey, making it a great choice for meaningful reading together.

A Fortune-Teller Told Me

386 pages

This poignant book shares Terzani's life lessons and reflections on facing the end, making it a profound read for those contemplating life.

The Fault in Our Stars

338 pages

This YA fiction offers a lighter take on similar themes of life and love, making it an engaging read for those looking for a plot-driven story.

Sandman Vol. 1: Preludes & Nocturnes 30th Anniversary Edition

244 pages

Gaiman's Sandman is a captivating graphic novel series that blends fantasy with deep themes, making it an engaging read for both light and profound moments.

The Five People You Meet in Heaven

177 pages

Eddie is a wounded war veteran, an old man who has lived, in his mind, an uninspired life. His job is fixing rides at a seaside amusement park. On his 83rd birthday, a tragic accident kills him, as he tries to save a little girl from a falling cart. He awakes in the afterlife, where he learns that heaven is not a destination. It's a place where your life is explained to you by five people, some of whom you knew, others who may have been strangers. One by one, from childhood to soldier to old age, Eddie's five people revisit their connections to him on earth, illuminating the mysteries of his "meaningless" life, and revealing the haunting secret behind the eternal question: "Why was I here?"

In The Body of the World

150 pages

Though I haven't read it, I've enjoyed other graphic novels by the artist, so it's worth checking out.

The Illuminated Hafiz

Hafiz's poetry offers powerful insights into the human experience, reminding us of the light within ourselves, especially in moments of loneliness or darkness.

A Monster Calls

It's a powerful story about dealing with personal struggles and the aftermath, perfect for reading together and having deep conversations afterwards.

Selected Poems of Rumi

113 pages

Rumi's poems are filled with beauty and a deep connection to a higher source, making them a source of comfort and inspiration during tough times.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Akashic Record

386 pages

The universal consciousness is an open book to those willing to explore it. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the Akashic leads readers on a journey into their personal past, present, and future, learning the fundamentals of the Akasha - a Hindu word variously translated as sky or space - and howto use the Record to explore their hidden past, heal old wounds, live an authentic life in the present and affect the future. - Explores cutting edge aspects of Body/Mind/Spirit -universal consciousness, synchronicity, energy fields, and more - How to decode the Akashic Record through meditation, visualization, and lucid dreaming techniques that anyone can learn

The Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

756 pages

This book is fun and lighthearted, yet it explores heavy themes like the meaning of life in an unexpected way.

The End of Your Life Book Club

290 pages

This book offers a touching exploration of life and literature, showcasing how reading can bring people together during difficult times.

Life of Pi

336 pages

This book is a comforting read that helps you navigate through obstacles, making it a great choice for anyone looking for inspiration.

Being Mortal

283 pages

This book transformed my entire view of mortality and addresses the difficult conversations that arise when a loved one is in palliative care.

The Shepherd's Crown

295 pages

This book explores themes of memory and loss, as it reflects on how a beloved character is remembered by those who cared for her. Written as a heartfelt farewell by Pratchett during his battle with dementia, it offers a poignant insight into his thoughts and feelings.

Mort

322 pages

Terry Pratchett's 'Mort' offers a light-hearted take on death, portraying the character as a friendly and peaceful figure, making it a comforting read.

The Five People You Meet in Heaven

177 pages

This book explores the profound connections we have with others and how our lives impact one another, making it a thought-provoking read about life and relationships.

Superfudge

213 pages

It's a hilarious read that brings laughter and lightness, perfect for anyone looking for something funny.

Skinny Legs and All

434 pages

Tom Robbins' writing is humorous and detailed, guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.

Jitterbug Perfume

439 pages

Tom Robbins' writing is humorous and detailed, guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.

Luminous Emptiness

554 pages

The Tibetan Book of the Dead, a best-seller for three decades, is one of the most widely read texts of Tibetan Buddhism. Over the years, it has been studied and cherished by Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. Luminous Emptiness is a detailed guide to this classic work, elucidating its mysterious concepts, terms, and imagery. Fremantle relates the symbolic world of the Tibetan Book of the Dead to the experiences of everyday life, presenting the text not as a scripture for the dying, but as a guide for the living. According to the Buddhist view, nothing is permanent or fixed. The entire world of our experience is constantly appearing and disappearing at every moment. Using vivid and dramatic imagery, the Tibetan Book of the Dead presents the notion that most of us are living in a dream that will continue from lifetime to lifetime until we truly awaken by becoming enlightened. Here, Fremantle, who worked closely with Chögyam Trungpa on the 1975 translation of the Tibetan Book of the Dead (Shambhala), brings the expertise of a lifetime of study to rendering this intriguing classic more accessible and meaningful to the living. Luminous Emptiness features in-depth explanations of: • The Tibetan Buddhist notions of death and rebirth • The meaning of the five energies and the five elements in Tibetan Buddhism • The mental and physical experience of dying, according to the Tibetan Buddhist tradition