If you’re looking for some reading material that isn’t as dull or that will really inspire you to excel, become a better person or even change the world, then look no further than the books on this list.

1. 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey: This book has been a top seller since it was published in 1990, offering advice on how to improve your leadership and get ahead in business.

2. Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale: Those who are looking to make their lives happier, more satisfying or who simply want to learn to believe in themselves and their abilities have a lot to gain by reading this popular title.

3. Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman: This story may be fictional, but it offers powerful lessons in being strong in mind and spirit rather than in the body.

4. You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay: Check out this best-selling book to learn how Hay thinks we are all responsible for our own happiness or illness and ways that she advises overcoming our negative thoughts to heal our bodies and minds.

5. The Art of War by Sun Tzu: This ancient military treatise is still useful today and has become the go-to manual for inspiration on leading and getting ahead in business.

6. What is the What by Dave Eggers: Based on the real-life experiences of Valentino Achak Deng, this touching novel exposes human resilience, evil and kindness in an engaging story that will keep you glued to the pages.

7. The Art of Happiness by The Dalai Lama: Take a look at the philosophies of the Dalai Lama and studies done by scientist Howard Culter in this touching, inspirational book.

8. Gift from the Sea by Anne Morror Lindbergh: As a women who faced many challenges in her life, Lindbergh is in a unique place to offer advice on marriage, peace and contentment as she does in this short but impactful book.

9. Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff by Richard Carlson: Do you find yourself worrying about every little thing? In this book you’ll learn what to let go so you can spend less time fretting and more time enjoying life.

10. Getting Things Done by David Allen: If you’re a consummate procrastinator, this book offers you a solution on how to create a system of getting things accomplished.

11. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: Use this inspiring fable to get guidance and inspiration to follow your dreams.

12. Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E Frankl: The author of this book shares how he made it through imprisonment in Auschwitz in this novel, offering hope and a path to search for meaning in life.

13. Power Through Constructive Thinking by Emmett Fox: In this text you’ll learn how your destiny is in your own hands and how to use thought and action to find happiness and contentment.

14. The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle: Use this spiritual guide to help you live more in the moment.

15. The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: Those who believe in God will find this book inspiring, offering them advice on finding their own divine purpose and fulfilling it.