Just as regular exercise works out your cardiovascular system, reading every day gives your brain a workout and improves your memory functions. Whether you are searching for effective self-improvement books, books that help you clean the clutter out of your life or books that your children will learn from and love, our literary experts aim to abbreviate your pursuit with our list of the top 10 bestselling books for 2015 based on sales and customer reviews. Grab one of our bestselling books included our 10 Top Bestselling Books of 2015 list and enjoy a daily brain workout.
1. First 100 Words
The book, “First 100 Words”, by children’s author Roger Priddy, takes our top spot for the best book of 2015. This book contains 100 simple words along with colorful pictures that will assist your young child with learning and reading. “First 100 Words” is fun and engaging, as well as an informative learning tool for small children, ages one through three years old. “First 100 Words” has padded covers which are easy to hold for small hands. Explore additional board books by Roger Priddy, such as “First 100 Animals” and “Numbers Colors and Shapes” to accompany your child’s “First 100 Words.”
2. The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing
The book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up,” by Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo, instructs the reader in a step-by-step process to discover the KonMari method for storing, organizing and simplifying your life. The KonMari system utilizes a category-by-category method for decluttering your home and your life. The KonMari system is a proven method, and
very few students of Marie Kondo regress. She has a three month waiting list for her course on tidying up and the calming effect an organized environment has on your overall wellbeing.
3. Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids
The hilarious “Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids” has been a Number One Bestseller on Amazon for three straight years. This book is also a USA Today Bestseller. Young people have a blast reciting the one-liners, tongue twisters and knock knock jokes included in “Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids” with family and friends. This joke book is intended for children, ages seven to ten.
4. Secret Garden: An Inky Treasure Hunt and Coloring Book
“Secret Garden: An Inky Treasure Hunt and Coloring Book” is an adult coloring book replete with hidden treasures and intriguing mazes. This coloring book is designed with highly detailed and delicate pen and ink illustrations for hours of relaxation and stress relief. Experience the adult coloring book fad that is sweeping the nation with Secret Garden. The Secret Garden series is now published with thicker, heavier paper stock so ink does not soak through the pages.
5. StrengthsFinder 2.0
According to author Tom Rath, most of us spend much more time attempting to fix our shortcomings rather than discovering our true strengths. “StrengthsFinder 2.0“ helps you identify your true strengths, and then provides you with strategies for developing and nurturing these strengths. “StrengthsFinder 2.0“ is a Number One Wall Street Journal Bestseller and a must-read for those on the path to self-betterment.
6. Go Set a Watchman: A Novel
The long-awaited “Go Set a Watchman,” by the incomparable Harper Lee, is a story set twenty years after her original best-seller, “To Kill a Mockingbird.” In “Go Set a Watchman,” the now twenty six year old Jean Louise Finch, aka Scout, returns home to visit her father, Atticus. Scout’s idealistic views are soon challenged when she learns about the racial attitudes of her father, the town and those closest to her. Written in Harper Lee’s signature style, “Go Set a Watchman” will keep you intrigued while bringing back memories from a time when America was in the throes of a civil crisis.
7. Enchanted Forest: An Inky Quest & Coloring Book
“Enchanted Forest: An Inky Quest & Coloring Book,” created by Johanna Basford, is the Number One New York Times Bestselling adult coloring book. This interactive coloring book takes the individual on a journey to discover hidden surprises while searching for the castle. Learn what many adults are discovering about the stress relieving benefits of adult coloring books with Enchanted Forest.
8. All the Light We Cannot See
“All the Light We Cannot See” is the story of a young French blind girl and the friendship she develops with a young German boy as they attempt to survive the devastation of World War II. Complications develop because the girl and her father possess the most valuable, yet dangerous jewel saved from a French museum. All the Light We Cannot See is written by the acclaimed, award winning author Anthony Doerr.
9. The Girl on the Train
Rachel commutes on the train every day, and every morning she notices a couple eating breakfast together on their deck of their suburban home. One day, an event happens involving the couple that entangles Rachel’s life with these two individuals. “The Girl on the Train” is a psychological thriller that keeps the reader constantly wanting more. If you were a fan of “Gone Girl,” you will love “The Girl on the Train.”
10. Adult Coloring Book: Stress Relieving Patterns
Coloring books can relieve stress and many adults are rediscovering the joys of coloring. The layout of the “Adult Coloring Book” by The Blue Star Coloring ranges from beginner to expert level. This book contains 45 mind calming, stress relieving patterns to help you relax and decompress from today’s busy lifestyle.