Here are 10 books I’ve read that have stayed with me:
10) Mum Can You Lend Me Twenty Quid? By Elizabeth Burton-Phillips
This is a book written by the mother of two twin drug addicts. Elizabeth Burton-Phillips takes us on an emotional journey, as she describes what drugs did to her family.
9) The Magician’s Assistant by Ann Patchett
Sabine looses her gay husband, but is about to find out hidden family secrets. This beautifully written novel is fantastic and the characters have stayed close to my heart.
8) Born This Way by Paul Vitagliano
This book shares childhood stories and photos about growing up gay, mostly in the USA. What was great about this book, is how life affirming it is at making you feel less alone as a gay man.
7) In His Secret Life by Mel Bossa
This is a wonderfully written gay love story set over decades, with if I remember correctly an eventual happy ending. It was so great to read of a gay couple where love triumphed.
6) a million little pieces by James Frey
This book is another about drug and alcohol addiction and how Frey turned his life around. Well written.
5) Reasons To Stay Alive by Matt Haig
This is an upbeat book about mental health and gives you plenty of reasons to stay alive. A brilliant, easy read by Matt Haig.
3) A Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowden
This is the true and uplifting story of a street cat named Bob that helped his human (Bowen) recover from drug addiction. A truly heart warming and easy to read book.
2) The Neuroscientist Who Lost Her Mind by Barbara K. Lipska
Imagine, if you will, starting to lose your mind. This is the story of a Neuroscientist who felt like she was losing her mind due to a brain tumor. This story stayed with me and is wonderfully well written.
1) Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
We all know the story of Anne Frank and her family. But reading her experiences in her own words really resonated with me.
Write soon,
Antony
