Maybe you’ve always liked to read, maybe it’s something that your parents made you do as a kid and it stuck as a lifelong habit. Either way, reading is cool again, so it’s the perfect time to capitalize on the knowledge and passions of others to grow yourself.
There’s no better way to start your journey to self-empowerment than by reading a book written by our very founder, Hill Harper! In The Wealth Cure, Harper details the many obstacles he’s overcome in this life– not just financially, but personally, as a cancer survivor. Harper lays out a value-based roadmap to success that he created and followed to realign himself and his definition of wealth into a fulfilling life, thanks to his financial and personal habits. It is The Wealth Cure’s objective to share that roadmap with you, so that you can create the life you’ve always imagined with just a few small steps, a lot of patience, and good faith.
“This book was a motivating reminder that wealth is far more vast than one’s financial net worth. It is wholehearted health and happiness in all areas of life.” -Roxanne, GoodReads
“[The Wealth Cure] tells us how to diagnose, treat, comply, maintain, and thrive our wealth…” -Adrienna, GoodReads
If you’re looking for an introduction to Bitcoin and how it impacts the Black community, look no further than Will Hobdy’s Bitcoin and Black Powernomics. A concise read full of definitions and foundational learning, Hoby’s guide to the Black Bitcoin impact makes it easy for new users to understand and indulge their interest in the undertapped power of Bitcoin, all the while empowering themselves to take action.
“I struggled with scammers and not knowing the meaning of each and how it operates. As an accountant, this is the number one reason people struggle to accept Bitcoin. The basic ingredients in this book offers great tone and style with which the author brings the extra panache for Bitcoin” – Glenda M., Amazon
“New Bitcoiners will find their consciousness raised, their sovereignty realized and why and how Bitcoin translates their decisions and values into the economic sphere.” -Barnes and Noble
From Bars to Bitcoin by Justin RhedrickBars to Bitcoin offers the journey of one man from an inmate to a successful life coach and Bitcoin expert. Justin Rhedrick made his first Bitcoin purchase in 2016, when one Bitcoin cost just $626! Throughout his book, he describes how he utilized the highs and lows of Bitcoin; from using its skyrocket in 2017 to build financial security to using its crash as an opportunity to build himself into the entrepreneur and leader he is today. Rhedrick’s tale is one full of unimaginable trials, and indescribable triumphs– a true example of the self-realization and growth that accompanies Bitcoin.
“This is a must-read for those who are apprehensive about the digital currency movement that gives POC the best shot at fair and just inclusion when it comes to financial health.” -Kiahl F., Amazon
“This book is a personal triumph of one man’s paradigm shift into the bitcoin standard coming from poverty and tough life experiences. Traditionally African Americans are late to the game of new adoption but a prison stint opened the author’s mind to Bitcoin and to a different way of overcoming financial oppression built around the legacy system and gaps in generational wealth.” -Anonymous, Amazon
Calling all strong, independent women ready to take charge of their finances! This guide for women’s financial freedom, by a woman, tells you how to create and grow generational wealth, increase your financial literacy and evade common traps, and ultimately create the life you’ve always wanted for yourself. As Woods will show you, it’s never too late to financially free yourself and become the woman that you know you are.
“I truly enjoyed learning from her experiences, and the way she seeks to empower women to get real about the changes they need to make in their lives of they want to create wealth. Being debt free is just one aspect of generating wealth.” -Cassandra F., Amazon
“The Black Girl’s Guide to Financial Freedom is one of the most accessible finance/lifestyle books I have read. Woods ends each chapter with key learnings, concrete next steps and learning resources to help make large financial goals attainable within the limits of your comfort.” -Maija H., GoodReads
This insightful journey through the twists and turns of American banking provides you with all the tools you need to empower yourself and your money. Lilly tells you everything that the bank won’t, so that they can’t leave you in the dark anymore. She then transitions to explaining the wonders and potential of the decentralized market that Bitcoin offers, and how it allows for financial independence and growth in the Black community that has never before been available. Lilly shows that Bitcoin as a tool for the Black community to combat the inequalities that exist in a more traditional financial institution.
“This book is filled with the tools needed to start the road to financial freedom. I feel I have the necessary insight to invest intelligently in the crypto market after reading this.” -Rashon, Amazon
“Awesome read and very informing. Everyone should read this book!” -Allan A., Amazon
If you’re interested in reading one or more of these books, Bookshop has a fantastic list of Black-owned bookstores to try and order from first. Happy Reading!
