Best Friendship Books of 2025

Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson, 25th Anniversary Edition is a heartwarming story of an unforgettable friendship that teaches timeless wisdom on loss and grief. Mitch Albom's book is a magical chronicle of his rediscovery of college professor Morrie Schwartz in the last months of the older man's life. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final "class": lessons in how to live. Albom shares Morrie's lasting gift with the world, making this book an extraordinary contribution to the literature of death. This book is a must-read for anyone searching for inspiration on how to live a meaningful life.

The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness is a book that explores what makes a happy, fulfilling life. The authors, directors of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, reveal that relationships are the key to a happy and healthy life. Through personal stories of study participants, the book shows how relationships in all forms contribute to a happier life. The book has been praised by bestselling authors and happiness experts alike for its warmth, wisdom, and compelling life stories. Overall, The Good Life offers invaluable insights into the power of relationships and how they can make our lives happier and more fulfilling.

I Wrote a Book About You by M.H. Clark is a delightful fill-in-the-blank book that is perfect for expressing your love and appreciation to someone special in your life. Whether it's a spouse, best friend, or co-worker, this book is a sweet and lighthearted way to let them know how much they mean to you. The author, M.H. Clark, is an award-winning poet and writer who has traveled the world and lived in many wonderful places. Overall, I Wrote a Book About You is a unique and thoughtful gift that will surely bring a smile to anyone's face.

Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy by David D. Burns is a revolutionary book that popularized cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and has helped millions combat feelings of depression and develop greater self-esteem. Burns outlines scientifically proven techniques that can alleviate anxiety, guilt, pessimism, procrastination, low self-esteem, and other "black holes" of depression without the use of drugs. This groundbreaking, life-changing book has helped millions overcome negative thoughts and discover joy in their daily lives. Overall, Feeling Good is a must-read for anyone struggling with mental health issues and looking for practical solutions to improve their daily lives.

Dinners with Ruth: A Memoir on the Power of Friendships by Nina Totenberg is an exceptional memoir about the enduring friendship between the NPR correspondent and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The book not only tells the story of two women who broke down professional and legal barriers but also explores the power of female friendships. Totenberg shares intimate details of their lives, including how they supported each other through personal joys, illness, loss, and widowhood. The book is a touching tribute to the strength of women and the importance of friendship.

The Life Council is an inspiring and practical guide that offers a new way to think about friendships. Laura Tremaine provides a path to develop great friendships, create a “life council” with the friends you already have, and understand the ten kinds of friends every woman needs. This book is a treasure that will help women find true connection, freedom, and joy in their relationships. Laura’s wisdom and wit sparkle on every page, making it an excellent read for anyone looking to improve their friendships. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to appreciate the different types of friendships that can bring a richness to life.

The Atlantic Editions' "On Grief: Love, Loss, Memory" is a Pulitzer Prize-winning essay that delves into the complexities of mourning and recovery through the McIlvaine family's story. Jennifer Senior, a staff writer at The Atlantic, revisits the family twenty years after Bobby McIlvaine's death in the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. The book explores the distinct and often idiosyncratic ways in which each family member grieves and contemplates what grief truly means. This book is a poignant and thought-provoking read that sheds light on the universal human experience of loss.

"Find Your People: Building Deep Community in a Lonely World" by Jennie Allen is a New York Times bestseller that provides practical solutions to create true community, which is crucial for our mental and spiritual health. The author draws on science, history, biblical truth, and her own life experiences to help readers overcome barriers to making new friends, understand the types of friends they need, and learn the practical ingredients to have the type of friends they've always longed for. This work is an essential read for anyone experiencing loneliness in a world that's more connected and isolating than ever before."

Hold On to Your Kids is a must-read for parents who want to understand the risks of peer pressure and help their children navigate this social obstacle. The book highlights the trend of children looking to their peers for direction, which undermines family cohesion, interferes with healthy development, and fosters a hostile and sexualized youth culture. The authors provide practical ways for parents to reattach to their children, establish the proper hierarchy in the home, and make kids feel safe and understood. The updated edition also addresses the challenges posed by digital devices and social media. Overall, this book offers genuinely new ideas and fresh perspectives on parenting that are worth considering.

You Will Find Your People by Lane Moore is a searingly intimate, yet wildly funny exploration of the frustrating, messy, and, at times, deeply joyful experience of learning how to make meaningful friendships as an adult. Part memoir, part self-help, this book uncovers the complex, frightening, and often vulnerable process of building real, healthy friendships and finally creating your chosen family. With hilarious personal anecdotes, advice on how to identify your attachment style, and real tools to create better communication and boundaries, this book is a personal guide on how to heal from your past friendships, improve your current ones, and finally have the friendships we know we deserve.