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2025 Book of the Year Awards

10 exceptional books. 3 awards. Your vote matters.


People's Choice Voting: February 10 - March 30, 2026
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Mindvalley Book of the Year Awards

Three awards. Ten exceptional books.

These 10 nominees are competing for recognition across three categories. Our expert panel will select the Book of the Year and Social Impact winner, but you decide the People's Choice.

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Book of the year

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People's choice

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Social impact

Meet the 2025 nominees

These 10 books are competing for Book of the Year, People's Choice, and Social Impact. Explore each one, then cast your vote for the People's Choice Award below.

Sexy Selfie Nation

by Leora Tanenbaum

Rowman & Littlefield

In a world where toxic culture tries to define you, this book gives you the tools to reclaim your power. Bold, unapologetic, and necessary—a manifesto for anyone ready to stand up and be heard in a society that often tries to silence them.

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Team Intelligence

by Jon Levy

Harper Business

Great leaders don't just command—they unlock the brilliance already in the room. This book reveals how the best teams tap into collective genius, turning diverse perspectives into breakthrough innovation and unstoppable momentum.

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Hello, Cruel World!

by Melinda Wenner Moyer

G.P. Putnam's Sons

The world feels overwhelming, but raising resilient kids doesn't have to be. Grounded in science and filled with practical wisdom, this book shows parents how to equip their children with the emotional tools to thrive—even when everything feels uncertain.

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Time Anxiety

by Chris Guillebeau

Crown Currency

Always rushing. Never enough time. Sound familiar? This book dismantles the illusion of urgency that keeps us stuck in perpetual stress and offers a radical new approach to reclaiming your relationship with time—and your life.

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Reverse the Search

by Madeline Mann

Portfolio

Stop begging for jobs. Start shopping for the right fit. This game-changing guide flips the traditional job search on its head, putting you in the driver's seat to find work that actually aligns with your values, skills, and vision.

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Autism Out Loud

by Kate Swenson, Carrie Cariello, Adrian Wood

Park Row

Honest, heartfelt, and deeply human—this book offers an intimate look at raising a child on the autism spectrum. It's a story of challenges, triumphs, and the fierce love that carries families through every stage of the journey.

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Start Making Sense

by Steven J. Heine

Basic Books

Life is absurd. But that doesn't mean it can't be meaningful. Drawing on existential psychology, this book helps you navigate the chaos, find purpose in the madness, and build a life that actually makes sense—to you.

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Shift

by Ethan Kross

Crown

Your emotions don't have to run the show. This practical guide teaches you how to recognize, understand, and shift your emotional patterns so you can respond with clarity instead of reacting on autopilot.

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Tiny Experiments

by Anne-Laure Le Cunff

Avery

Forget the five-year plan. This book invites you to embrace small, playful experiments that lead to real growth. It's permission to explore, fail, pivot, and discover what actually works for you—without the pressure of "getting it right."

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This Is Body Grief

by Jayne Mattingly

Penguin Life

Our bodies change. They age. They carry us through joy and pain. This tender, compassionate book helps you process the grief that comes with living in a body—and find peace with the vessel that's been with you all along.

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How the 2025 awards work

Three awards. One set of nominees. Here's how we decide the winners.

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Book of the Year

Our expert panel evaluates all 10 nominees and selects the most impactful book overall.

Winner announced April 10.

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People's Choice

You decide! Vote for your favorite from the 10 nominees below.

Winner announced April 10.

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Social Impact

Our expert panel selects the book making the biggest difference in addressing social issues.

Winner announced April 10.

Vote for the People's Choice Award

While our expert panel selects the Book of the Year and Social Impact winner, YOU decide the People's Choice. Vote for your favorite book and automatically enter to win over $2,000 in prizes!

Vote for People's Choice to win big and transform your life.

Every People's Choice vote automatically enters you into our grand prize draw. We're giving away over $2,000 worth of life-changing experiences and resources. Here's what's up for grabs:

MVU

Prize 1

Mindvalley U Week Pass

(worth $1,499)

This is your golden ticket to the experience of a lifetime. Join us at Mindvalley University 2026 for one unforgettable week of transformation. Learn from world-renowned teachers, connect with thousands of growth-seekers from around the globe, attend the official Book of the Year Gala ceremony, and immerse yourself in workshops, meditation sessions, and experiences that will change how you see yourself and the world.

What you get: Full Week Access • All Workshops & Sessions • Gala Ceremony Ticket • Networking Events • Community Access

Membership

Prize 2

1-Year Mindvalley Membership

(worth $499)

Unlock a full year of unlimited access to Mindvalley's entire library of Quests. Learn from the world's best teachers in personal growth, health, relationships, career, spirituality, and more. With 100+ transformational programs at your fingertips, you'll have everything you need to level up every area of your life. Stream on any device, learn at your own pace, and join a global community of 20 million changemakers.

What you get: Unlimited Access to all the Quests • Mobile & Desktop Access • Global Community • New Content Monthly

Winning Book+Note

Prize 3

Winning Book (Kindle Edition) + Personal Note from Kristina

(Priceless)

Be among the first to read the People's Choice winner when all three award winners are announced on April 10, 2026. You'll receive the Kindle edition of the People's Choice winning book with a personal note from Kristina Mänd-Lakhiani herself, sharing why this book matters and what resonated most with her. It's a keepsake that connects you directly to the heart of the Mindvalley Book Club community.

What you get: Winning Book (Digital) • Personal Message from Kristina

How prize winners are selected

All People's Choice voters are automatically entered into a random draw for these prizes. Prize winners will be contacted via email on April 10, 2026, when we announce all three award winners (Book of the Year, People's Choice, and Social Impact). We'll reach out to multiple prize winners, so your chances are better than you think!

Don't forget to check your inbox and follow us on Instagram for the announcement. Good luck!

The road to crowning our 2025 winners

Here's what happens between now and the big reveal

Feb 10 - Mar 30, 2026

People's Choice voting period

Mindvalley launched its first live events, bringing together small groups of seekers passionate about personal growth and human potential. These intimate gatherings laid the foundation for what would become a global movement.

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April 10, 2026

A name was born

A-Fest was born—an exclusive, invitation-only gathering in paradise locations. This transformative event brought together entrepreneurs, visionaries, and changemakers, creating deep connections and life-altering insights in stunning natural settings.

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July 2026

Official gala ceremony at MVU

The evolution continues with Future Human in Dubai, Masters of Manifesting, and Self Reset experiences. Mindvalley events have become award-winning celebrations that blend ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science and unforgettable experiences across the globe.

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VOTE NOW & ENTER TO WIN

People's Choice Awards

Cast your vote and enter to win a 1-year Mindvalley Membership ($499), an MVU ticket ($1,499), or the winning book signed by Kristina.

Voting closes March 30, 2026 • Winners announced April 10, 2026

The Mindvalley Book Club: Making reading sexy again

You might’ve noticed that every time you walk into a bookstore, there are thousands of new self-help and business books staring back at you.

How do you figure out which ones are worth your time? You don’t. You let us do it for you.

The Mindvalley Book Club is all about cutting through the noise. Every Monday, we read the latest releases, roll up our sleeves, and pick 3 to 5 standouts that are worth talking about. Then we go deep—like, “exclusive author interviews and spicy reviews” deep.

We’re here for the overachievers, the growth junkies, and anyone who wants more from their bookshelf. If that sounds like you, welcome to the club.

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