Young Adults : Time Management

Nonfiction

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens – Sean Covey
Practical guidance for setting priorities, managing time, and building habits that support personal and academic success.

Eat That Frog! for Students – Brian Tracy & Dr. Lyle Green
A focused guide to overcoming procrastination, organizing tasks, and tackling important work efficiently.

Getting Things Done for Teens – David Allen
Adaptation of the classic productivity system, helping young adults organize their responsibilities and stay on track.

Atomic Habits – James Clear
Explains how small, consistent actions create big results, helping young adults structure time and build effective routines.

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success – Carol S. Dweck
Encourages a growth mindset that supports goal setting, persistence, and strategic use of time.

Fiction

The Defining Decade – Meg Jay
While nonfiction in style, it reads like a story; offers relatable examples for young adults about making intentional choices in work, education, and life.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower – Stephen Chbosky
A coming-of-age story exploring balance, priorities, and personal growth amid school, friendships, and self-discovery.

Fangirl – Rainbow Rowell
Illustrates the challenges of balancing personal passions, academic responsibilities, and relationships in young adulthood.

Turtles All the Way Down – John Green
A novel showing how managing mental health, focus, and personal goals intersect with daily life and relationships.

Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda – Becky Albertalli
Teaches lessons about priorities, honesty, and decision-making while navigating the complexities of teenage life.