Gather round, Tauruses and friends of the bull alike!
In our hunt for cosmically aligned books for Taurus signs, we consulted the stars and took into consideration Taurean traits, like bravery, dependability, and sensuality.
If you’ve ever wondered, “What books should a Taurus read?”, these tales of resilience where perseverance meets loyalty are sure to resonate. Some you’ll recognize, like the harrowing journey of fellow bull sign Katniss Everdeen and the earthy adventure of everyone’s favorite homebody Hobbit.
Whether you’re a Taurus yourself or searching for the perfect book for a Taurus in your life, you can’t go wrong with our picks that capture the tenacious and steadfast spirit of the fixed Earth sign.
1. The Little Book of Self-Care for Taurus by Constance Stellas
As a Taurus, your friends know they can always count on you. But don’t forget to take time for the most important person in your life — you.
This book covers self-care in all forms for bull signs, including physical, emotional, social, mental, spiritual, and practical.
2. My Squirrel Days by Ellie Kemper
Who better to write a book for this star sign than fellow Taurus Ellie Kemper? The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt star didn’t think she fit in when she arrived in L.A. from Missouri, and now, after a decade in Hollywood, she still doesn’t.
Kemper’s humorous memoir recounts how she’s remained a bubbly Midwesterner at heart, with plenty of hilarious celebrity run-ins — like when she accidentally insulted Ricky Gervais and the time she mistakenly offered Steve Carrell a maxi pad.
3. Tiger Lily by Jodi Lynn Anderson
Before Wendy Darling, there was Tiger Lily. Tough and loyal, Tauruses will undoubtedly relate to Tiger Lily’s unwavering devotion to the Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up.
Anderson’s spin on Barrie’s beloved Peter Pan tells the story of Neverland before the arrival of Wendy and adds a great deal of depth to the characters we know and love. An enchanting fantasy retelling brimming with adventure, love, and heartbreak.
4. Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
Paulsen’s Newbery Honor-winning story tracks a 13-year-old after a plane crash strands him alone in the Canadian wilderness armed with only (you guessed it) a hatchet. This survival novel about burgeoning independence and the will to endure should resonate with the most tenacious of Tauruses who aren’t afraid to do what it takes to get the job done.
5. All That You Deserve by Jacqueline Whitney
Give yourself the gift of permission to put yourself first. Whether you’re seeking a change or looking to break free from the past, Whitney’s short and sweet book is the perfect motivational reminder that you’re worthy of peace and healing.
6. Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George
After fleeing a dangerous home life, a young Inuit girl becomes lost in the Alaskan tundra. Her situation is bleak until she encounters a wolf pack that accepts her as one of their own.
Craighead George’s Newbery Medal recipient features a heroine who exemplifies Taurean traits of resilience, loyalty, and an indefatigable willpower.
7. Ready to Come About by Sue Williams
Homebodies interested in charting a new path will find inspiration in Williams’ nautical travel memoir. Empty nesters Sue and David have different ideas on how to spend their newfound freedom.
Sue is content to stay home, but Dave has always dreamed of sailing across the ocean. Although it’s the last thing she planned on doing, she joins him, and thus begins a 300-mile journey of self-exploration and improbable adventure.
8. Permission to Pivot by Kierra Asnauskas
If you’re ready to make a change but not sure how to start, Asnauskas’ audio course is the boost you’ve been waiting for. The Miss Unconventional founder and lifestyle designer delivers practical and actionable advice along with a five-step pivot protocol to help you follow through on your changes.
9. The Only Living Girl on Earth by Charles Yu
Embark on a wild sci-fi adventure in Yu’s Scribd Original work. The National Book Award-winning writer welcomes you to Earth: The Gift Shop, where the history of Earth: A Bunch of Civilizations has been commodified into knickknacks sold by the last living soul on this planet, Jane.
This is a witty and absurd story about the destruction of Earth, the survival of capitalism, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
10. The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien
If there’s any literary LOTR character that embodies the hallmarks of a Taurus, it has to be Bilbo Baggins. Respectable, dependable, and loyal, the well-to-do hobbit enjoys a comfortable and predictable existence in the Shire until the day the wandering wizard Gandalf chooses him to take part in an adventure from which he may never return.
Shaped by ancient mythology, Tolkien’s exciting quest is populated by dragons, dwarfs, monsters, and sorcerers.
11. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Collins hit the bull’s eye when she gave Katniss the birth date of May 8. The District 12 archer’s personality fits that of a Taurus to a tee — her biggest strengths are her loyalty and determination.
Equipped with a bow and a heart of gold, Katniss Everdeen saves her sister and goes on to battle people and monsters alike, igniting the hero in us all.
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12. Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover
For Tauruses that gravitate towards romance novels, who better to turn to than Colleen Hoover? Reeling from a bad breakup, college student Sydney finds solace in her gorgeous new musician neighbor, Ridge.
As Ridge’s music draws them together, friendship blooms between them, and, eventually, an unforgettable romance. In the hands of Hoover, the friends-to-lovers trope takes on a life of its own. Continue the Maybe Someday series with Maybe Not.
13. When We’re Thirty by Casey Dembowski
Feeling stuck in a rut? Hannah Abbott can commiserate. At 30, she’s barely scraping by and her relationship is going nowhere, fast. When an old friend shows up to collect on a marriage pact they made in college, Hannah must decide if she’ll stick with the monotony of her current life or take a leap of faith to break the mold — and maybe even find true love.
Dembowski expertly blends the fauxmance and friends-to-lovers tropes in her entertaining and heartfelt rom-com debut.
14. Is This Anything? by Jerry Seinfeld
After 45 years of standup, legendary comedian, sitcom star, and Taurus Jerry Seinfeld has amassed an incredible amount of comedic material. Now, you can relive some of his best bits, decade by decade. It’s much-needed hilarity and history, all in one.
