Have you ever stolen a peek onto someone’s book shelf?

To me, a quick scan of their library feels like a tiny glimpse into their heart and soul, a way to know a bit of who they are without saying a word.

I love seeing their book collection, reading the titles and imagining the significance to the owner. The books on the shelf feel especially meaningful this modern time of digital documents and Kindle books.

To the right of my ridiculously giant desk is one of my bookshelves.

While it is not a full representation of all of me, it’s sure a glimpse at what is foremost on my mind – permaculture, homesteading and ecology.

When I look at this shelf I see a chunk of everything I know about permaculture homesteading, or at least, what may have sparked a giant tangent into a specific topic.

Truth is, I love to read – but there are 5 books sitting on my desk that I have been trying to get through for almost a year. Not due to interest or anything like that. Simply, the year was so incredibly busy. 

(Often, I get really excited about a book and add it to my collection, even before I’ve finished the others.)

If you’re interested in some book inspiration, or enjoy perusing other’s bookshelves like I do – here is an open invite to see some of my favorites from my homestead library.

All of these books have inspired me, helped me build our homestead and been a large part of my growth as a permaculture practitioner, farmer, homesteader and more.

Perhaps some of these books will help you on your homestead journey or inspire something new for you as well.

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