If you’re looking to expand your horological knowledge, this essential reading list gathers some of the most respected books that every watch lover should own.
From timeless classics to modern masterpieces, Japanese novels open a window into a culture that balances tradition and innovation, minimalism and complexity.
Winner of the 2014 Singapore Literature Prize, this collection is bold, daring, and unapologetically messy in the best way possible.
I gave it five stars because it delivers on all fronts: it’s insightful, well-written, and deeply engaging.
What started as a relatively small literary scene has blossomed into a diverse body encompassing fiction, memoir, poetry, plays, and essays.
It’s not an audacious reinvention of the genre, and it sometimes leans into predictable beats.
Reading it feels a bit like having your lens cleaned—you suddenly see what was always there but hidden in plain sight.
This is a must-read for anyone who has felt the weight of a filter-filled culture, or who wants to dismantle it from the inside.
It’s five stars for bringing philosophy down to earth: practical, human, and oddly comforting.
For every parent who has felt “other” for not fitting into the picture-perfect ideal of new motherhood, this book is a reminder that they are not alone.