These 10 Books Will Fuel Your Job Passion

As you head back to school, keep in mind the career you're working toward in order to keep your motivation up — why not grab a book for extra inspiration? Here are 10 books from BookSparks that will fuel your passion for that perfect job.

Whether all your dreams came true or you're still working towards your perfect career, these great books can be an added motivator. Pick the perfect book to match your career passion.

01
The Weight of Feathers

The Weight of Feathers

Career: Circus Performer

Some careers don’t involve suits and ties. They involve tightropes and leotards. The Weight of Feathers places you in the middle of two circus family rivals. Lace Paloma is taught to detest the Corbeaus family, but when disaster strikes and she is saved by a Corbeau boy they develop a relationship more dangerous than any circus act.

02
The Drowning

The Drowning

Career: Detective

Get out your magnifying glass and help solve the mystery of The Drowning. Thanks to crime writer Erica, Christian writes a novel that receives rave reviews. However, when Christian starts getting anonymous threats and his friend goes missing, Christian and Erica launch an investigation to uncover a deadly secret.

03
The Legacy of Us

The Legacy of Us

Career: Historian

Crack open Legacy of Us and learn how three generations of women are changed by love, loss and one little necklace. Kristin Contino's romantic novel transports readers back and forth from present-day Philidephia to I905 Italy.

04
Anchored

Anchored

Career: Journalism

Former Fox News anchor Brigitte Quinn takes readers behind the scenes of the newsroom in her quirky debut novel, Anchored. This lighthearted read will wrap you up in the unexpected romance of coanchors Barbra King and Jack Stone.

05
Star Craving Mad

Star Craving Mad

Career: Celebrity Actor

Maddy Braverman is a Manhattan private school teacher who finds herself in a torrid love affair with an uber-famous celebrity actor. To make things more awkward, the actor’s daughter also happens to be Maddy’s student. This page-turning novel will have you obsessing over celebrity culture and wishing you, too, had money, fame, and power.

06
Boss Life: Surviving My Own Small Business

Boss Life: Surviving My Own Small Business

Career: Entrepreneur

Author Paul Downs shares a side to business that doesn’t normally get told, the boss's side. Boss Life: Surviving My Own Small Business provides real insight on what it takes to run your own business. Perfect for any aspiring businessperson!

07
You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)

You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)

Career: Internet Star

Become an Internet-savvy superstar with Felicia Day’s memoir You’re Never Weird on the Internet. From “lonely homeschooled girl” to Internet sensation this memoir is proof that everyone should embrace their weirdness and share it with the world.

08
The Looney Experiment

The Looney Experiment

Career: Teacher

Even though this book was written for younger readers, adults of any age will fall head over heals for Mr. Looney, a 77-year-old teacher who uses quirk to reach kids. The Looney Experiment takes you through Atticus Hobart's less-than-perfect 7th grade year and almost magical encounter with a new role model. As he faces bullies and crushes head on, any aspiring teacher will fall for the frequent Harper Lee references and perfectly inspirational substitute teacher.

09
Before We Were Strangers

Before We Were Strangers

Career: Photographer

She loves photography. Almost as much as she loves him. Before We Were Strangers tells the story of two people getting a second chance at love after the girl leaves to pursue a photography career in South America.

10
Voices in the Ocean

Voices in the Ocean

Career: Marine Biologist

Dive into the pages of Voices in the Ocean and explore the intricate minds of dolphins with marine biologist Susan Casey. Become empowered to make a difference as you learn about the dark side to society’s relationship with these creatures.