Money Books

Here at Money Towers, we have put together a list of all our favourite personal finance, small business and investing books, all aimed at making you richer. If you are interested in purchasing any of the titles, or want more information, click on the picture of the book and it will take you through to the Amazon bookstore site.

Personal Finance

Here at Money Towers, we love Rich Dad, Poor Dad. The concept of the book is to let money work for you, rather than you working for money. The autho has plenty of anecdotes to explain points and make a complicated subject interesting and enjoyable. Although the book has a distinct American bias, the principles are universal. For anyone looking to invest in their futures, this book is a must-have!

Martin Lewis is king of the day time TV circuit with advice ranging from reclaiming your bank charges, to how to deal with debt. This book is an excellent introduction to budgetting without cutting lifestyle and offers no nonsense advice on getting rid of those debts and boosting those savings.

Originally publihsed in 1937 with over 60 million copies sold, this is a classic motivational book that has transcended generations. His simple, ageless writing style makes for an enjoyable read, and his 13 universal principles will inspire you to want to lead a richer, fuller life. A definite must-buy for those looking to amass more money!

Investing

A superb starting place for novice investors. The book offers a simple guide to understanding the financial markets with case studies and worked examples. Clear english, uncluttered by jargon and information overload, the book overcomes the myth that investing is complicated and confusing and only professionals should attempt it. A great book if you are planning to try out a little investing on your own.

Based on prudent, long-term principles, this book is aimed at those who have significant amounts of money to invest or those who can provide serious, long-term flows of cash. The book is clear, simple and concise, giving the reader all the information they need to know about investing in stocks and shares without information overload. If you are looking to invest in stocks and shares, make sure you invest in this book first.

Small Business

Aimed at entrepreneurs, the book breaks down the process of setting up a business into easy, manageable steps with weekly targets and goals. The breakdown makes everything suddenly seem very achievable and is an excellent motivational tool for any budding entrepreneur. The book is also backed up by a superb online community and also some fantastic podcasts by the author which will put your business on track in no time.

The ‘Dummies’ series of books are well known throughout the world for their clear, easy-to-read books. For anyone planning to start up their own business or improve their existing business, this book is a must-have. From cash projections to motivating employees, this book covers a wide base and will help you to avoid costly mistakes.

Another Financial Times Guide, this one written for small business start-ups. One of the only business start-up books that gets a revamp annually, it contains the most up-to-date information on everything you’ll need to know – from finance to tax to law. Thorny subjects such as recruitment, premises and people management are also tackled, leaving entrepreneurs with the wide base of knowledge they will need to make their businesses a success.