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In this deeply personal episode of Badass Books and Besties, Brianna shares the five books that shaped her 2025 and explains why this year of reading meant more to her than any other.

After a year marked by grief, growth, and major life transitions, she reflects on how reading supported her emotionally, creatively, and personally during one of the most meaningful seasons of her life. These are not just favorite books, but the stories that helped her process loss, understand relationships more deeply, and reflect on the woman she is becoming.

In this episode, Brianna talks about:

  • Why 2025 was such a meaningful reading year
  • What kind of books she found herself craving during a season of grief and transition
  • How reading became a form of emotional support and healing
  • The five books that stayed with her long after she finished them

Featured books include:

Brianna also shares why she created her free guide, 10 Badass Books Every Woman Should Read. This was created specifically for women who want to read with more intention and choose books that truly change how they think about their lives, their relationships, and themselves.

If you are a woman who loves reading, is navigating grief or personal growth, or simply wants better book recommendations, this episode is for you.

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Looking for your next great read? Download my free guide — 10 Books Every Badass Woman Should Read — a curated list of empowering books that inspire growth, confidence, and connection. Grab it ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠!

If you love conversations like this and want to read and reflect alongside other book-loving women, you’re invited to join Badass Book Besties — my book club community where we read together, meet live, and have real, honest discussions about books and life. 

And if you’re craving deeper support — whether that’s clarity, confidence, creative momentum, or building a life that actually feels like yours — I also offer one-on-one coaching for dreamers and writers. You can learn more about working with me at Badass Books and Besties Coaching Packages.

Thanks for being here, bestie. I’m so glad you’re listening.