Books for the new year
These books will help you start 2026 off on the right foot
If you’re curious about fresh starts, whether that means a little inner calm, joy, or a story that lifts you up, we’ve gathered books to help you step into 2026 with intention. Power up the new year with Penguin.
Make small changes for big results
An interactive guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones, based on the 25-million-copy #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits.
A revolutionary guide to using tiny changes in behaviour to transform your life
Master your mindset
Master your winning mindset with lessons from the life and career of All Blacks coaching legend Gilbert Enoka
'This book will change the way you lead yourself and others.' Sahil Bloom, bestselling author of The 5 Types of Wealth
'Science-backed and easy to put into practice, this book hands you a game-plan that actually works.' Jefferson Fisher, bestselling author of The Next Conversation
'Practical, powerful, memorable and deeply human.' Vinh Giang
THE GROUNDBREAKING, RESEARCH-BACKED BLUEPRINT CHANGING LIVES AND CAREERS AROUND THE WORLD.
‘I have always said that your mind is the most powerful weapon. Oz has learned to master it and is now sharing his tools to help you do the same.’
– David Goggins
‘Oz Pearlman is truly a master of his craft.’
– Tony Robbins
From one of the most sought-after entertainers today, a powerful, modern twist on How To Win Friends and Influence People that blends the intrigue of mentalism with practical strategies for success.
Put away the ice cream
Kickstart your good life with Jamie's first healthy-eating cookbook. It's about more not less: more taste, more joy, more energy, more sleep . . .
A comprehensive, physiology-based guide to performance nutrition for active women approaching or experiencing menopause—from the author of Roar, renowned exercise and nutrition scientist Dr. Stacy Sims
A revolutionary diet cookbook and weight-loss plan -by eating filling meals you take back control of your hunger and your weight
Sort your finances
A real-life handbook to finding financial freedom on any income, from the creator of New Zealand’s leading finance podcast Cooking the Books and author of Tales from a Financial Hot Mess.
Succeed at work
Runaway No.1 Bestseller by STEVEN BARTLETT: entrepreneur, podcaster and Dragon's Den star
Heal mind and body
A world expert presents a sympathetic exploration of the causes of trauma and the new treatments making it possible for sufferers to reclaim their lives
Strengthen your foundation
#1 New York Times bestselling author Brené Brown returns with an urgent call to reimagine the essentials of courageous leadership
Help the young people in your life
A powerful argument for reclaiming childhood - and all human relationships - from the online world, from the influential social psychologist and international bestselling author
A children's version of the global bestseller The Anxious Generation
A pretty yet practical guided journal for personal reflection and working on your mental well-being.
Live longer
The new taboo-busting medical guide from the #1 bestselling author and social media phenomenon, Dr Karan Rajan