As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des Moines Public Library’s six locations and online at dmpl.org. And find information on how to get a FREE library card and all its benefits at dmpl.org/get-carded.

Des Moines Public Library business book pick:
“The Courage to Be Disliked,” by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga

Why you should read it:
A global bestseller with over 10 million copies sold and a TikTok sensation, “The Courage to Be Disliked” offers a practical guide to personal freedom and fulfillment. Drawing on Alfred Adler’s psychology, the book presents a dialogue between a philosopher and a young man exploring how to let go of past trauma and societal pressure. Through clear, accessible conversations, it encourages readers to take control of their lives, prioritize self-forgiveness, and pursue true happiness on their own terms. Its empowering message has resonated worldwide and continues to inspire personal transformation.