Shelf Improvement Book Club

Hey Shelf Improvers! This week it's just me, Holly, flying solo on the Shelf Improvement Podcast… and learning the hard way that I can't "1.5x speed" a paperback 😅 Matcha in hand, we dive into Part Three of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People : the Public Victory habits. Expect win-win thinking, the emotional bank account, and why being truly heard is basically psychological oxygen. 🌿 💬 Got...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Welcome back to the podcast! 🎧 Hope you're loving our dive into The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People as much as we are. You've stuck with us through Part 1, and today we're moving into Part 2   - where things really start to shift from knowing the habits to living them in your daily world. Just a quick heads-up - in this episode I reference some other great conversations w...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Happy New Year ✨ A fresh chapter, a clean page… but what does a new year actually mean for you? For me, this one feels extra special. We're on Book 40 and I'm stepping into my 40th year . There's something powerful about that alignment. This year carries the energy of the Fire Horse . Bold. Forward-moving. No tiptoeing. Just momentum and intention. And yet… we're still in win...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Well thats it! The end of our last book of 2025! We have absolutely loved reading and listening books with you this year. We hope you have enjoyed them to. In Jan 2026 we will be starting book No . 40 ' The 7 Habits of highly success people' by Stephen R. Covey . So grab that book over the christmas holidays and join us for a fresh year of habits and growth. Wishing you all a...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Hows your month going? Have you been getting into the love languages? is yours affirmations?? Listen in to find out if yours is quality time or receiving gifts??  🎙️  In today's episode, we're covering Chapters 5 & 6: Chapter 5 - Love Language #2 Quality Time Chapter 6 - Love Language #3 Receiving Gifts   💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our Wh...

Hey Shelf Improvers! How are we here! 12th Month of the Year! Happy December Everyone! and you know what that means :) a New Book! This month we're diving into 'The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman' the simple secret to deeper connection: we all give and receive love differently. Whether it's words, quality time, gifts, acts of service, or touch, this book helps you understand your partner's (and...

Hey Shelf Improvers! What a book! another one complete! What did you think? we loved it. 🎙️  In today's episode, we're covering the Final Chapters 7,8 & 9: Chapter 7 - If We Cant Be Friends Chapter 8 - Learning From Your Ls Chapter 9 - The Entitlement Trap Next Month we will start a new book "The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman".  Its the #1 New York Times bestseller, We'll discover the secret th...

Hey Shelf Improvers! oooo its s goodun, lots of debate, love it :) 🎙️  In today's episode, we're covering Chapters 5 & 6: Chapter 5 - Evolve or Die Chapter 6 - Power of Perception   💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 30+ amazing books. Pick o...

Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you finding this book? 🎙️  In today's episode, we're covering Chapters 3 & 4: Chapter 3 - Constructing Your Crew Chapter 4 - Knowing Your Value   💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 30+ amazing books. Pick one that...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Welcome November! Lets Welcome a New Book :) This month we're diving into the mindset of a true mogul. In Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter , Curtis Jackson shares the lessons that took him from the streets of Queens to building a global empire. It's raw, practical, and packed with insights on resilience, self-belief, and the power of reinvention. If you're ready to sharpen your h...

Hey Shelf Improvers, Welcome back everyone to another Shelf Improvement Podcast, bonus session with a very special guest today. Today's guest is an unstoppable force. Passion and purpose. I met him in Belfast. He's called Mighty Pete Lonton. I absolutely love his name, mighty Pete.  He's a bestselling author. "Be Heard to Be Rich: Listen to your Inner Genius" He's a TEDx speaker, podcast host, men...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Thats the end of another book! Whats your thoughts? we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Listen in to get our take on the final chapters 🎙️  In today's episode, we're covering chapters 6 & 7: Chapter 6 - Living In Einstein Time Chapter 7 - Solving Relationship Problems Next Month (Nov 25) We will be covering Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter , by rapper-turned-entrepreneur 50...

Hey Shelf Improvers! We hope you are liking this book as much as we are. Lots of food for thought! 🎙️  In today's episode, we're covering chapters 4 & 5: Chapter 4 - Building a New Home In Your Zone Of Genius Chapter 5 - Living In Your Zone Of Genius 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading al...

Hey Shelf Improvers! We hope you are liking this book as much as we are. Lots of food for thought! 🎙️  In today's episode, we're covering chapters 2&3: Chapter 2 - Making The Leap Chapter 3 - Getting Specific 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covere...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Welcome October! Lets Welcome a New Book :) Are you Self Sabotaging?? Have you reached your upper limit? Are you playing small? We have chosen 'The Big Leap' by Gay Hendricks. Are you ready to jump into happiness and success? Lets Dive in.... 🎙️  In today's episode, we're introing the book and covering Chapter 1: Intro - The One Problem That Holds You Back Chapter 1 – Preparin...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Wow an end to another book and another month already!! We hope you enjoyed this practical book as much as we have. We hope you have been able to take away 1 thing that will help you in your life moving forwards. 🎙️  In today's episode, we're finishing the book with chapters 12-15: Chapter 12 –  The Law of Curiosity Chapter 13 – The Law of Modeling Chapter 14 – The Law of Expan...

Hey Shelf Improvers! How did we get here already the weeks are flying by! 🎙️  In today's episode, we're diving into chapters 8-11: Chapter 8 –  The Law of Pain: Good Management of Bad Experiences Leads to Great Growth Chapter 9 – The Law of The Ladder: Character Growth Determines the Height of Your Personal Growth Chapter 10 – The Law of The Rubber Band:   Chapter 11 – The Law of Trade -Offs   💬...

Hey Shelf Improvers! How was your first week? Have you been working on the tasks? We are loving this book! 🎙️  In today's episode, we're diving into chapters 4-7: Chapter 4 – The Law of Reflection: Learning to Pause Allows Growth To Catch Up with You Chapter 5 – The Law of Consistency: Motivation Gets You Going - Discipline Keeps You Growing Chapter 6 – The Law of Environment: Growth Thrives in Co...

Hey Shelf Improvers! We are baaackk :) Hope you all had a great summer, I know a lot of our friends did and the uk weather was kind. We thank you for your understanding for having August off. As you know we come to you every week in pretty much real time so we have been showing up every week for last 3 years! A little break/ refresh did us both good. So we are back with a New month, new book! 📚 T...

Hey Shelf Improvers! Thank you for your patience we had some uploading errors. How are we here again? another book complete! All because of the slight edge :)  🎙️  In today's episode, we cover final chapters 14-18: Chapter 14 – Use Your Slight Edge Allies Chapter 15 – Cultivate Slight Edge Habits Chapter 16 – Three Steps To Your Dreams Chapter 17 – Living The Slight Edge Chapter 18 - Where to Go F...

Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you finding this book?  🎙️  In today's episode, we cover chapters 10-13: Chapter 10 – Two Life Paths Chapter 11 – Mastering The Slight Edge Chapter 12 – Invest In Yourself Chapter 13 – Learn From Mentors 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real time?...

Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you finding this book? We def have difference of opinion on ths one. 🎙️  In today's episode, we cover chapters 5-9: Chapter 5 – Slow Down to Go Fast Chapter 6 – Don't Fall For Quantum Leap Chapter 7 – The Secret of Happiness Chapter 8 – The Ripple Effect Chapter 9 - But You Have To Start With A Penny And as discussed in the Pod, If you want to see Anna and me in Person...

Hey everyone 👋 Welcome back to another bonus episode where we get brilliant book recommendations from inspiring entrepreneurial guests! Today's guest is the wonderful Scott Williams — property developer, podcast host, and all-around powerhouse. You might already know him from The Property Developer Show or his YouTube channel . If not, go give him a follow: 📲 @propertydevelopershow 📲 @scottluis...

Hey Shelf Improvers! New month, new book! 📚 This month, our WhatsApp community voted for  The Slight Edge by Jeff Olsen— He reveals how small, consistent actions—both good and bad—compound over time to shape our success or failure. This isn't about dramatic overnight change, but about embracing simple daily disciplines that create momentum and long-term transformation. 🎙️  In today's episode, we'...

Hey Shelf Improvers! End of Another month! and of another book! We hope you enjoyed it! 🎙️  In today's episode, we're diving into the final 5 chapters: Chapter 16 – You & Me Chapter 17 – The Seduction of Pessimism Chapter 18 – When You'll Believe Anything Chapter 19 – All Together Now Chapter 20 – Confessions July our next book has been voted for and its 'The Slight Edge by Jeff Olsen' It e xplain...