The best 42 Minimalism books

Lagom (2017) introduces the Swedish attitude toward life that embodies the principle of “not too little, not too much, just enough.” It explores how this approach contributes to happiness and well-being – as evidenced by Sweden’s high ranking in the World Happiness Report – by being deeply rooted in community and responsibility. 

The Curated Closet by Anuschka Rees is a comprehensive guide to building a wardrobe that truly reflects your personal style. Through practical tips and exercises, Rees helps readers declutter their closets, define their style preferences, and make thoughtful purchasing decisions. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to create a more intentional and curated wardrobe.

Less by Andrew Sean Greer is a witty and charming novel that follows the misadventures of Arthur Less, a struggling writer who embarks on a journey around the world to escape his problems. Filled with humor and poignant reflections, the book explores themes of love, aging, and the pursuit of happiness.

The Year of Less by Cait Flanders is a memoir and self-help book that chronicles the author's journey towards minimalism. Flanders documents her decision to go on a year-long shopping ban and declutter her life, as she explores the deeper reasons behind her excessive consumption and seeks a more meaningful and fulfilling lifestyle. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, the book encourages readers to reconsider their own relationship with material possessions and embrace a simpler way of living.

Simple Matters by Erin Boyle is a thoughtful guide to living a more intentional and sustainable life. Filled with practical tips and beautiful photographs, the book explores the idea that simplifying our living spaces and daily routines can lead to a greater sense of contentment and fulfillment. It offers inspiration for decluttering, embracing minimalism, and making small changes that can have a big impact on our lives.

The Hoarder in You by Robin Zasio delves into the psychology behind hoarding and offers practical advice for overcoming this compulsive behavior. Drawing on her experience as a clinical psychologist and host of the TV show Hoarders, Zasio provides insights and strategies to help hoarders and their loved ones break free from the grip of clutter and reclaim their lives.

How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind by Dana K. White offers practical and realistic advice for keeping your home clean and organized. With humor and empathy, White shares her own struggles and provides actionable tips to help readers tackle household chores and decluttering without feeling overwhelmed. It's a must-read for anyone looking to bring order to their living space.

The Minimalist Way by Erica Layne offers practical advice on simplifying your life and embracing a minimalist mindset. Through personal anecdotes and helpful tips, the book guides readers in decluttering their physical space, managing their time more effectively, and prioritizing what truly matters. It inspires a more intentional and fulfilling way of living.

Unf*ck Your Habitat by Rachel Hoffman offers a refreshing take on cleaning and organizing your living space. With a no-nonsense approach and practical tips, the book encourages you to break down daunting tasks into manageable steps. It's a must-read for anyone looking to transform their home without feeling overwhelmed.

The Effortless Life by Leo Babauta is a guide to simplifying your life and finding more joy and fulfillment in the process. Babauta shares practical tips and insights on how to let go of the need for constant busyness and productivity, and instead embrace a more relaxed and intentional way of living. Through personal anecdotes and actionable advice, this book offers a refreshing perspective on how to live a more effortless and meaningful life.

The Story of Stuff by Annie Leonard is an eye-opening book that delves into the lifecycle of the products we consume and the impact they have on the environment. From extraction to production to disposal, Leonard uncovers the hidden costs and unsustainable practices behind our consumer-driven economy. With compelling storytelling and insightful analysis, this book challenges us to rethink our relationship with “stuff” and work towards a more sustainable future.

Unstuffed by Ruth Soukup offers practical advice and actionable steps to declutter your home, mind, and schedule. With personal anecdotes and insightful tips, the book helps you break free from the overwhelming weight of physical and mental clutter, leading to a more organized and fulfilling life.

Project 333 by Courtney Carver challenges readers to simplify their wardrobes by choosing only 33 items of clothing to wear for 3 months. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, Carver demonstrates how this minimalist approach can lead to a more intentional and fulfilling life. The book offers a fresh perspective on consumerism and encourages readers to prioritize what truly brings them joy.

: [A Monk's Guide to a Clean House and Mind](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35596063-a-monk-s-guide-to-a-clean-house-and-mind) is a thought-provoking book that explores the connection between our physical environment and our mental well-being. Drawing on Zen teachings and personal experiences, Shoukei Matsumoto offers practical advice on decluttering, cleaning, and organizing our living spaces to achieve a sense of calm and clarity. It will inspire you to approach household chores with mindfulness and find peace in a tidy home.

The Minimalist Mindset by Danny Dover is a practical guide to decluttering your life and focusing on what truly matters. Through personal anecdotes and actionable steps, the book teaches you how to adopt a minimalist mindset and live a more intentional, fulfilling life. It offers valuable insights for anyone looking to simplify their lifestyle and prioritize their values.

Zero Waste Home by Bea Johnson is a practical guide to reducing household waste and living a more sustainable lifestyle. Johnson shares her personal journey towards a zero waste home and offers tips on decluttering, making eco-friendly swaps, and embracing a simpler way of living. This book is an inspiring resource for anyone looking to minimize their environmental impact.

No Baggage by Clara Bensen is a captivating memoir that chronicles the author's spontaneous and adventurous journey across Europe with a man she barely knew. With no plans, no baggage, and no expectations, Bensen takes readers on a whirlwind trip filled with unexpected challenges, self-discovery, and a deep exploration of human connection.

Clear Your Clutter with Feng Shui by Karen Kingston offers practical advice on how to declutter your home and life using the principles of Feng Shui. The book explains how clutter can negatively impact your energy and provides step-by-step guidance on how to clear and organize your space to create a more harmonious environment.

Coming Clean by Kimberly Rae Miller is a gripping memoir that delves into the author’s experience growing up with parents who are hoarders. Miller bravely shares the challenges and emotional turmoil she faced living in a cluttered and chaotic environment, while also exploring themes of family, mental illness, and the healing power of self-acceptance. This raw and heartfelt account offers a unique perspective on the impact of hoarding on individuals and their loved ones.

A Simplified Life by Emily Ley offers practical tips and advice on how to simplify your life and focus on what truly matters. From decluttering your home to managing your time more effectively, this book provides a step-by-step guide to creating a more organized and fulfilling life.

The Simple Living Guide by Janet Luhrs offers practical advice and inspiration for those looking to simplify their lives. With tips on decluttering, time management, and creating a more balanced life, this book challenges the notion that more is always better and encourages readers to focus on what truly matters to them.

Lightly by Francine Jay is a thought-provoking book that challenges our societal obsession with busyness and excess. Through practical tips and philosophical insights, Jay encourages readers to embrace a lighter, more intentional way of living. From decluttering our physical spaces to simplifying our daily routines, this book offers a refreshing perspective on how we can find greater fulfillment and freedom by doing less.

The Art of Discarding offers practical advice and strategies for decluttering and simplifying your life. It helps you understand the psychological reasons behind our attachment to possessions and provides step-by-step guidance on how to let go of things that no longer serve a purpose. This book will inspire you to create a more organized and peaceful living space. Whether you're a minimalist or a hoarder, it offers valuable insights into the art of letting go.

Decluttering at the Speed of Life by Dana K. White offers practical and realistic advice for anyone looking to tackle their clutter. With a focus on mindset shifts and small, manageable steps, this book helps readers create a personalized decluttering plan that fits their lifestyle. It's a refreshing take on decluttering that emphasizes progress over perfection.

You Can Buy Happiness by Tammy Strobel challenges the notion that material possessions lead to true happiness. Through personal anecdotes and research, Strobel explores the benefits of minimalism and living with less. She offers practical tips and insights on how to prioritize experiences and relationships over consumerism, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.

The Minimalist Home by Joshua Becker offers practical advice and inspiration for decluttering and simplifying your living space. With a focus on intentional living and the benefits of owning less, this book guides you through the process of creating a minimalist home that brings more joy and freedom into your life.

Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki is a thought-provoking book that explores the concept of minimalism and its impact on our lives. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Sasaki challenges the notion that owning more things equates to happiness and encourages readers to declutter and simplify their lives. An inspiring read for anyone looking to embrace a minimalist lifestyle.

New Minimalism by Cary Telander Fortin and Kyle Louise Quilici offers a fresh perspective on decluttering and simplifying your life. Focusing on the principles of minimalism and sustainability, the book provides practical tips and insights to help you create a more intentional and meaningful living space. Whether you want to streamline your belongings, reduce your environmental impact, or simply find more joy in everyday life, this book is a valuable guide to embracing a minimalist lifestyle.

It's All Too Much by Peter Walsh is a practical guide to decluttering and organizing your home and life. With helpful tips and real-life examples, the book offers a step-by-step approach to tackling the overwhelming mess and creating a more peaceful and functional living space. It provides valuable insights into the emotional and psychological aspects of clutter and offers strategies for letting go of the things that weigh us down.

What We Talk About When We Talk About Love is a collection of short stories by Raymond Carver that delves into the complexities of love and human relationships. Through raw and compelling narratives, Carver explores the various forms of love, from romantic to familial, and the profound impact it has on our lives.

A Monk's Guide to a Clean House and Mind by Shoukei Matsumoto offers a unique perspective on the connection between our living spaces and mental well-being. Drawing on his experiences as a Buddhist monk, Matsumoto shares practical tips and profound insights to inspire readers to declutter their homes and minds. This thought-provoking book invites us to rethink our approach to cleaning and discover the profound benefits it can bring to our lives.

A Simplified Life by Emily Ley offers practical tips and advice for simplifying your life and finding more joy in the everyday. From decluttering your home to managing your time more effectively, this book provides actionable steps to help you create a life that is both organized and fulfilling.

Lightly by Francine Jay is a refreshing guide to living a simpler and more intentional life. With practical tips and thoughtful insights, Jay encourages readers to declutter their physical space, schedule, and mindset. This book offers a gentle reminder that by lightening our load, we can create more space for what truly matters.

New Minimalism by Cary Telander Fortin and Kyle Louise Quilici offers a fresh perspective on decluttering and simplifying your life. Focusing on the connection between our physical and mental spaces, the book provides practical advice and inspiring real-life stories to help you create a more intentional and meaningful lifestyle. Whether you want to streamline your belongings or reevaluate your priorities, this book is a valuable guide to embracing minimalism in a way that works for you.

No Baggage is a captivating memoir by Clara Bensen that chronicles her daring and unconventional journey across Europe with a man she barely knew. Fueled by spontaneity and a desire for adventure, Bensen challenges societal norms and her own fears as she embarks on a trip with no plans, no luggage, and no expectations. This thought-provoking book explores the complexities of human connection and the liberating power of letting go.

The Art of Discarding by Nagisa Tatsumi is a practical guide to decluttering and organizing your home. It offers insights into the psychology behind our attachment to possessions and provides step-by-step methods for letting go of items that no longer serve us. With helpful tips and real-life examples, this book empowers readers to create a more minimalist and harmonious living space.

The Effortless Life by Leo Babauta is a guide to simplifying your life and finding joy in the present moment. Through practical tips and personal anecdotes, Babauta shares how to let go of unnecessary stress and busyness, and instead focus on what truly matters. This book offers a refreshing perspective on living a more intentional and fulfilling life.

The Minimalist Mindset by Danny Dover challenges readers to reevaluate their priorities and embrace a simpler, more intentional way of living. Through practical advice and real-life examples, the book offers a step-by-step guide to decluttering your life, both physically and mentally, in order to focus on what truly matters. It encourages readers to let go of the constant pursuit of more and find contentment in less.

The Simple Living Guide by Janet Luhrs offers practical advice and inspiration for those looking to simplify their lives. From decluttering and organizing your home to reevaluating your priorities and finding more time for what truly matters, this book provides a step-by-step guide to living a more intentional and fulfilling life.

The Year of Less by Cait Flanders is a memoir that chronicles the author's journey towards a more intentional and minimalist lifestyle. Faced with overwhelming debt and a deep sense of dissatisfaction, Flanders embarks on a year-long shopping ban and decluttering process. Through her personal story, she explores the power of consuming less and the profound impact it can have on our lives.

What We Talk About When We Talk About Love is a collection of short stories by Raymond Carver that delves into the complexities of human relationships. Through raw and minimalist prose, Carver explores the different facets of love, from romantic to familial, and the ways in which it can both uplift and unravel our lives. Each story offers a glimpse into the quiet moments and unspoken emotions that shape our connections with others.

You Can Buy Happiness by Tammy Strobel challenges the notion that material possessions bring us true happiness. Through personal anecdotes and research, Strobel explores how simplifying our lives, embracing minimalism, and prioritizing experiences over things can lead to a more fulfilling and joyful existence. This thought-provoking book offers practical advice on how to shift our mindset and redefine what it means to truly be happy.