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Books like How to Win at Chess
A high-energy, deeply encouraging masterclass that makes a notoriously intimidating game feel like a thrilling, solvable puzzle. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with How to Win at Chess.
- energetic
- playful
- focused
- empowering
- 01
Same as Ever
Morgan Housel
A calming, clear-eyed antidote to the anxiety of trying to predict an unpredictable future.
- 02
Hidden Potential
Adam Grant
An uplifting, science-backed dismantling of the natural talent myth that makes remarkable growth feel entirely within your reach.
- 03
Beyond Order
Jordan B. Peterson
A weighty, philosophical compass for navigating the inevitable chaos of modern life with resilience and purpose.
- 04
Strangers to Ourselves
Rachel Aviv
A deeply empathetic and unsettling exploration of how the stories we are told about our minds shape who we become.
- 05
Never Finished
David Goggins
A relentless, high-octane kick in the teeth that demands you stop making excuses and unlock your hidden potential.
- 06
Effortless
Greg McKeown
A soothing antidote to hustle culture that gives you permission to stop making everything so incredibly hard.
- 07
The Daily Laws
Robert Greene
A daily dose of pragmatic philosophy designed to strip away illusions and sharpen your strategic mind.
- 08
Tribe of Mentors
Timothy Ferriss
A sprawling, bite-sized buffet of actionable wisdom and life advice from world-class performers.
- 09
The Winners
Fredrik Backman
A sprawling, snow-muffled epic about the breaking and remaking of a community bound by fierce loyalties and devastating secrets.
- 10
Professional Troublemaker
Luvvie Ajayi Jones
An energizing, direct manual for conquering fear and embracing the power of telling the truth.
- 11
The Lazy Genius Way
Kendra Adachi
A clarifying breath of fresh air for the overwhelmed mind, offering permission to care only about what truly matters.
- 12
The little book of talent
Daniel Coyle
A pocket-sized coach that demystifies greatness into bite-sized, actionable habits.
