August’s pick is The Road by Cormac McCarthy. (Our first fiction recommendation.) Why it made the list: It’s a moving story about love and the responsibility we all carry to keep moving forward, no matter the challenges we face. McCarthy’s story reminds us that perseverance and care for others are what help us endure and find meaning, even in the toughest times. Available on Amazon , Thrift Books and Barnes & Noble

July’s pick is What Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith. Why it made the list: We’re always making transition & growth requires change. No matter where we are in our journey, we must recognize which old habits are holding us back and embrace new behaviors that allow us to move forward. Goldsmith’s insights make it clear that past success doesn’t guarantee future progress—adaptation does. Available on Amazon , Thrift Books and Barnes & Noble

June’s pick is Washington’s Crossing by David Hackett Fischer. Why it made the list: It reminds us that what feels tough today is often nothing compared to the challenges faced by those who came before us. George Washington’s daring crossing of the Delaware River at Christmas 1776 is a powerful example of courage and determination—qualities that helped shape the life we enjoy today. Available on Amazon , Thrift Books and Barnes & Noble