Brené Brown's Book Recommendations

We track book recommendations that Brené Brown has publicly shared on Twitter/X. Each recommendation below includes the original quote and a link to the source tweet.

The Lightmaker’s Manifesto

by Karen Walrond

"Today on “Unlocking Us” I’m talking to my dear friend @Chookooloonks about her book “The Lightmaker’s Manifesto,” about the intersection of joy and activism. It’s the right book for the right time, written by someone who is the embodiment of light and joy. https://t.co/6rzozGb0WE"
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A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance

by Hanif Abdurraqib

"This week I talk to poet, writer, and cultural critic @NifMuhammad about his new book “A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance.” It’s a soul-stirring book and he’s a brilliant thinker. Get the book now + we’ll talk on Wednesday! #UnlockingUsPodcast"
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Brené Brown recommended?

Brené Brown has publicly recommended 18 books on Twitter/X. The most recent recommendation is "Bittersweet" by Susan Cain.

Where do these book recommendations come from?

All recommendations are sourced directly from Brené Brown's public tweets on Twitter/X. We include the original quote and a link to the source tweet for verification.

How often is this list updated?

We regularly monitor Brené Brown's Twitter/X account for new book recommendations and update this page when new ones are found.