Non-fiction books are not for everyone, I get it. But when you’re starting university, these books may become your new best friend. It’s exciting, daunting, and nerve-wracking, all at the same time. So, here are some non-fiction reads that will help you get through this new stage of your life.
Nosh for Students by Joy May
Pot noodles are a classic student staple, of course. But it can be fun to learn new skills while you’re away from home! So why not try cooking? Learning to cook can be a great way to bond with your new flat mates. It’s also a valuable life skill to have too. Nosh for Students has so many recipes to learn from. Even better, it has the price of ingredients (so you can budget) and a photo of what it should look like at the end. So, put those kitchen utensils you’ve been sent to uni with to good use!
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Dr. Julie Smith
Dr. Julie Smith has gone viral on TikTok for sharing her wellness tips, and now she’s written a book. This book will offer solutions to any problems you may face at university that are affecting your mental health. The build-up to leaving home may be a time of anxiety for you. Perhaps your first assignment didn’t go as well as you expected. You could be struggling for motivation or struggling to make friends. Julie Smith will answer your problems. It’s important to not feel alone at university. If you don’t feel like talking to anyone, you should consult this book.
Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
A big part of university is the assignments and exams that come with it. Often, the way you’re assessed at university is quite different to your sixth form/college days. They require a lot of different thinking and approaches. Well, this book is essential if you need to work on thinking techniques. Kahneman analyses how our minds can trip up in the ways we think. If you’re finding it hard to focus on your new assignments or exams, this book will help you. It offers practical, slow ways to approach your life. Super beneficial for university!
The Comfort Book by Matt Haig
Matt Haig has recently become very well known for his self-help books. The Comfort Book is one of his biggest successes. It’s a collection of memoirs and moments from many inspirational lives. It’s designed to make the bad days feel better, and you may experience a few bad days when you start university. If you’re feeling any worries about your new chapter, this book will feel like a warm hug.
Do as much as you can to prepare yourself for this exciting new chapter in your life. Books may be one of your biggest comforts in this time, so when things feel tough or weird, you will always have a book to get you through it.