18 Motivational Books You Should Read This Fall

You know those delicious and healthy KIND bars that probably fuel your late-night study sessions? Well, the CEO and founder, Daniel Lubetzky, shares how being a social entrepreneur led to the successful company. We might need to stock up on a box of peanut butter dark chocolate bars before diving into this one . . .

The editor of Cosmopolitan.com, Amy Odell, shares her personal stories of breaking into an industry that is not only competitive but sometimes downright brutal: fashion. Anna Wintour, Rachel Zoe, and Chelsea Handler are just a few of the larger-than-life figures she's met, and guess what? You're getting the inside scoop!

Whether you know him from Live With Kelly and Michael or as a New York Giants Hall of Fame legend, Michael Strahan passes on "Strahan's Rules" to catch those life goals. And fingers crossed that he'll tell us a bit about how amazing it is to work with Kelly Ripa . . . ?

From hitchhiking and petty theft to founding the $100 million-plus online fashion retailer Nasty Gal, CEO Sophia Amoruso shows what six years and a lot of hard work can really do.

Instead of searching for the perfect inspirational quotes to caption your Instagram pictures with, actually read and digest the words. This collection of striking quotes is just the book that your backpack is missing.

You could land a career in the industry you've had your eye on forever, but don't forget to build your own personal brand. Aliza Licht, the woman behind the popular Twitter account DKNY PR Girl, emphasizes the importance of doing just that as you make your way up in the working world.

Comedy queen (and the woman everyone wants to be best friends with) Amy Poehler has three takeaways in her debut book: "Say Whatever You Want," "Do Whatever You Like," and "Be Whoever You Are." Sounds good to us!

No pressure or anything, but your 20s are crucial in developing who you will be for the rest of your life. Again, no pressure. Author Meg Jay addresses the overwhelming issues surrounding the decade and how to persevere both professionally and personally.

Sometimes the biggest obstacle in your way is yourself. Cliché? Yes. But true? Absolutely. Channel your energy into achieving greatness, no matter how busy you are, using the six practices revealed by bestselling author Brendon Burchard.

The title may be a little intimidating, but the 18 prominent figures who share their stories between the covers of this book are bound to motivate you! From a Pulitzer Prize winner to a jazz virtuoso, the book features graduation speeches from those who dared to dream — and succeeded.

If there was one thing you looked forward to in elementary school, it was going to the monthly book fair to snag the latest copy of Chicken Soup For the Soul. Embrace the nostalgia, read inspiring stories, and become all that your 11-year-old self imagined.

Is there a specific number needed in a bank account to be considered rich? What about being considered wealthy? Is money all that matters to earn that title? New York Times columnist Paul Sullivan reveals the true meaning of wealth and how he went from the bottom to the top one percent.

Glee leading lady Lea Michele experienced love and loss at a young age, and now she's filling you in on the one essential person needed to accomplish your goals: yourself. The only thing that would make this book better is if the star sang the chapters out loud.

From NBA stars to professional golfers, sports psychologist Bob Rotella has coached some of the most pressured people out there. He addresses success, failure, and the essential mindset it takes to triumph on and off the field.

Confidence — it's a simple word but difficult to grasp. However, Bravo's Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles star Josh Altman says that is the key to all of his real estate success. Find out how he nabs opportunities and outsmarts the competition to stay on top of the game.

Yes, even an Olympian/ CEO/ former NFL player can experience failure. Jeremy Bloom divulges how he rebounded during difficult times and highlights that failing is not necessarily the worst thing — even if it's flunking that huge final you stayed up until 3 a.m. studying for.

The title may seem like one big oxymoron, but it actually presents a profound message. Working as a high school teacher for over 30 years, David McCullough offers a unique perspective in this commencement speech advocating for a passionate life.

Many soon-to-be college graduates would probably be happy to collect their diplomas with just about any position already sealed. But New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff gives witty advice on how to avoid being stuck in a cubicle at an undesirable job forever. Remember, someone is going to snag your dream job one day, so why not you?