If you are someone who doesn’t like to read books, but secretly want to build the habit, then we have got you! Watching Netflix is all well and good, but it does get boring after a while, doesn’t it? Reading books is one of the most relaxing habits to have, and that’s why we have curated a list of books for people who do not like reading.
These books for people who do not like reading are the equivalent of literature’s cool kids: simple to understand; entertaining; and sure to draw you in even though you have probably not picked up a book since your last book report from high school.
So, are you ready to explore some of the best books to read if you hate reading? Let’s get started then!
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10 Books For People Who Do Not Like Reading
1. “The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy” by Douglas Adams
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is one of the best books for adults who don’t like to read at all. On top of that, if you are a fan of science fiction, fantasy or comedy, then you are absolutely sorted with this book.
The book revolves around Arthur Dent who is trying to find his way through the galaxy after Earth was destroyed by aliens. His friend, Ford Prefect saves him from dying on Earth, and together they journey through space, with a book titled “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”.
2. “Finlay Donovan Is Killing It” by Elle Cosimano
The story revolves around a struggling novelist and single mom going through a very messy divorce when she is confused to be a contract killer. Before she knows it, she has agreed to assassinate a problematic husband for a large amount of money.
Elle Cosimano takes readers on a rollercoaster ride full of hilarious moments and just enough craziness. Our main character isn’t exactly thrilled about offing anyone, but who can say no to extra money when dealing with a nosy ex?
This is one of my personal favorites, and undoubtedly one of the best books for people who do not like reading.
3. “What Alice Forgot” by Liane Moriarty
Alice faints and wakes up on the gym floor surrounded by her friends, thoroughly confused. However, she isn’t alone, as she’s carrying her first child and she fears that her fall might have harmed her baby. However, that’s far from the truth.
Alice is 39 years old, has three kids and is on the verge of a divorce, and instead of 1998, it’s actually 2008. Where has the last decade gone, and why can’t she remember any of it?
This book has achieved cult status for a reason, and once you read it, you will understand why Liane Moriarty is one of the most beloved authors of all time, and why this is considered to be one of the books for people who do not like reading.
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4. “The Downstairs Girl” by Stacey Lee
Jo Kuan, a 17-year-old girl works as a lady’s maid for the unkind daughter of one of Atlanta’s richest men. But when the sun goes down, she moonlights as an anonymous writer for “Dear Miss Sweetie”, a newspaper column that offers advice to Southern women of high social status.
When her column goes viral, she uses her writing skills to talk about the bad things of society, however, she does not anticipate the backlash she would get for challenging societal norms related to gender and race.
One of the best books to read if you hate reading, and trust me, this will not disappoint you.
5. “I’ve Got Your Number” by Sophie Kinsella
I enjoy reading Sophie Kinsella books, I don’t care if anyone judges me for that. All of her books just brighten my day every time I sit with one.
Poppy Wyatt had never felt so lucky in her life. She is about to tie the knot with Magnus Tavish, her dream man, however, one fine afternoon, her fairy tale world begins to crumble. Not only did she misplace her engagement ring during a hotel fire drill; worse still was the fact that someone stole her phone amidst the chaos.
While pacing restlessly up and down the lobby, she catches sight of a discarded mobile phone inside a dustbin, and starts to use it so that she can give her contact details to the hotel in case they find her ring.
Well, perfect except that Sam Roxton, a businessman doesn’t agree since he owns that phone and wants it back from Poppy who has been going through his messages and personal information. How they try to one-up each other makes up the rest of the story.
6. “Dear Martin” by Nic Stone
The novel follows Justyce McAllister, an honor roll student who is all set to go to an Ivy League college is arrested by a white police officer, threatening to destroy his life and everything he has worked for.
With his classmates ridiculing him, Justyce begins writing letters to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. asking for advice and answers. The story takes another turn when Justyce and his friend get into a skirmish with a police officer, except this time shots are fired causing someone to die.
In the aftermath of this incident gaining national attention on every news channel out there, unfortunately it is Justyce who receives the most blame.
One of the most phenomenal books for adults who don’t like to read, without a doubt.
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7. “Don’t Let Go” by Harlan Coben
This is one of the best books for people who do not like reading, trust me on that, because this will get you hooked!
Detective Napoleon “Nap” Dumas of suburban New Jersey is a changed man, ever since his twin brother Leo and Leo’s girlfriend Diana were found dead on the railroad tracks during senior year in high school, and Maura, the girl Nap thought was the love of his life, split up with him and vanished without a word.
For fifteen years, he has been looking for both Maura and what actually caused his twin brother’s death. And now it appears as though he might eventually find what he has been searching for.
8. “Humans of New York: Stories” by Brandon Stanton
Originally a photo blog, Stanton became an internet sensation when he started captioning simple stories about the anonymous people in front of his lens.
From strange to heart-rending to hilarious to disturbing, this is one of the best books for non-readers. It serves as a cool reminder that there are stories behind every stranger we encounter and you can’t judge a book—or a person—by their cover.
The book is an easy read and is ideal for reading just one bit at a time. This could be the perfect gift for your non-reading friend and it is also one of the best books for adults who don’t like to read and find it hard to concentrate long enough on novels.
9. “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin
On a freezing day in December, while in his junior year at Harvard, Sam Masur comes out of the subway and sees waiting on the platform, Sadie Green. He yells for her, but she pretends not to hear him, but then she turns; and they embark on a game: an epic partnership that will make them stars.
Their friendship is tested for over thirty years as they taste success, money, fame, love, betrayal, but more than anything else it’s an emotional story about friends that everyone will definitely relate to.
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10. “Girl At War” by Sara Novic
This is one of the best, best, best books for people who do not like reading! Ana Jurić, a 10-year-old carefree tomboy loves running through the streets of Zagreb, Croatia’s capital with her best friend, Luka, takes care of her younger sister Rahela, and absolutely loves and idolizes her father.
However, when civil war erupts throughout Yugoslavia, she is forced to be witness to sniper bullets, air raid sirens and guerilla warfare. She is soon turned into a child warrior, and escaping to America seems to be the only way out for her.
If you really struggle with reading books, then it can’t get better than these books. These are without a doubt, some of the best books to read if you hate reading. Do give these a try, and let us know what you think.
Are there any more books for people who do not like reading that you strongly recommend? Do you have any more to add in this list of books for adults who don’t like to read?
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