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10 books to read when you can't sleep to help you nod off
Pre-bedtime reading, anyone?
There are loads of reasons why a lot of us struggle to get to sleep. Work stress, personal stress, noisy flatmates, and even flatmates not being, can come between us and a good kip. Recent SpareRoom research revealed that one in two people find it really hard to drift off when they’re home alone - so how can we remedy this? With a book, of course. Diving into a good read can help you switch off and take you into a different world, while distracting you from an Instagram scroll hole and helping you drift off to sleep.
Bedtime Stories For Stressed Out Adults by Lucy Mangan
This book features classic stories by Oscar Wilde and Katherine Mansfield, including uplifting childhood tales and poetry to remind you of the simple pleasures in life.
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Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
Creative types will love this series of short essays that details exactly how creativity works, in everything from painting and writing to crafting.
The Nocturnal Journal by Lee Crutchley
Ever find yourself awake for hours in the night, for no reason at all? This book will help you get to the bottom of your insomnia, and work to fix it.
The Family That Couldn’t Sleep by D T Max
Part horror novel, part non-fiction medical essay – this alternative read will have you craving sleep more than ever.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K Rowling
Even if you’ve already read it 10 times (guilty…) the comforting familiarity of Harry Potter is enough to induce sleep.
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
Another bestseller to get on your list right now – this one’s all about appreciating the friendships in your life.
The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington
Find out exactly why sleep is so important for our work, personal and sex lives, and then evaluate and improve your relationship with snoozing. Perfect.
The Secret Life Of Sleep by Kat Duff
An interesting exploration of what lies behind our eyelids when we surrender to the secret life of sleep. 'Fascination' alone will make you want to hit the hay.
I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings narrated by Maya Angelou
Maya was Oprah Winfrey’s mentor, so if she’s good enough for Oprah, then she’s good enough for us... This incredible autobiography is the perfect remedy to every day stress.
Hinch Yourself Happy by Sophie Hinchliffe
We’ve already sold our soul to Mrs Hinch’s incredible cleaning tips, but if you haven’t you need a copy of this. After all, there’s nothing as soothing as a sparkling clean home.
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