There has never been a better time to learn from books—and never a more overwhelming time to choose one.
Type “productivity book” or “money book” into Amazon and you’ll get thousands of results, all shouting that they’re “life-changing”.
BluePack Journal grew out of a very personal problem: **I wanted to read more, but I hated wasting time on average books.**
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## The problem: too many choices, not enough filters
Every time I wanted to level up—money, habits, business—I would:
1. Open Amazon
2. Scroll through pages of titles
3. Read random reviews
4. Feel more confused than when I started
I didn’t want a giant list. I wanted a **shortlist**: “Here are 3–5 books worth your limited time and attention.”
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## The idea: a “book store for your future self”
BluePack Journal is my attempt to build that shortlist.
Our focus:
– Books that actually change behaviour, not just sound smart
– Clear, practical ideas you can apply to money, work, and life
– A mix of classics and lesser-known gems
Think of it as a tiny, hand-picked book store where every title earns its place on the shelf.
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## How we choose books
When we add a book, we ask a few simple questions:
1. **Is this book worth reading *now*?**
Not just trendy—useful for the next 3–5 years of your life.
2. **Does it repay your time?**
At least one idea you can use to earn more, think better, or live calmer.
3. **Is it readable?**
Clear writing, real examples, and a structure that doesn’t feel like homework.
If a book fails this test, it doesn’t make the list.
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## What you’ll find on BluePack Journal
– **Curated book selections** for money, habits, productivity, and creativity
– **Honest notes** on who a book is for (and who can skip it)
– **Tools and templates** to help you turn reading into real-world experiments
We also use affiliate links to Amazon to support the project—at no extra cost to you. That means when you click “Buy on Amazon”, you’re helping us read and review more books for the community.
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**Your reading life, upgraded**
If you’ve ever stared at a long book list and felt stuck, BluePack Journal is built for you.
Start with one book that speaks to your current season of life, build a tiny reading habit, and let the ideas compound. I’ll be here, quietly curating the next round of books for your future self.
