1. From the top shelf: Trick Mirror: Reflections on Self-delusion by Jia Tolentino
This collection of self-reflexive essays by beloved New Yorker critic, Jia Tolentino, is a touching read. The author's interesting anecdotes enjoy interjections of curb-side philosophy, making this book incredibly engaging, funny, and thought-provoking all at the same time. Tolentino tackles modern-day conflicts and issues through her own experiences with life's daunting challenges. Here, she muses upon culture, both online and in the real-world and just how difficult it is to exist in a world full of double-standards.