Books to Read Based on Your Zodiac Sign

ARIES: This is your year! Monetarily, that is. Your relationship with money will see great improvement in 2023, leading to stability and financial success. Dunn, popular author, podcaster, and comedian, makes taking control of your money 100% doable in this fun (and funny) guide, blending an engaging, light-hearted approach with hard-hitting facts.

ARIES: Enjoy the spotlight this year, as your ambition will soon be recognized — made extra fun with plenty of admirers along the way. As you navigate success and love interests, Babalola’s protagonist may just inspire you to follow your heart. With her college radio show suddenly in the spotlight, Kiki Banjo starts fake dating an arrogant transfer student, but their evolving relationship may entice Kiki to let down her guard.

TAURUS: Your 2023 horoscope reveals it's a great time to take a financial risk. If you’ve long dreamed of quitting that soulless job and starting your dream career, Markel’s advice will help you get over those roadblocks and reach your peak success.

TAURUS: Opening up to others may not be your strong suit, but getting vulnerable will prove to be worthwhile for your relationships in the coming months. Let Hannah’s affecting novel bolster your confidence. A strained relationship with their mother makes sisters Meredith and Nina extra guarded — with one another and their partners. But the sudden death of their father leads to an emotional awakening for both.

GEMINI: Mika Suzuki’s new and improved life may be a grand hoax to impress her long-lost daughter, but it’s all motivated by a real desire to be a great mom. Jean’s (“Tokyo Ever After”) novel is a wonderful blend of heart and humor with a big emphasis on family — something Gemini’s would do well to prioritize this year.

CANCER: While navigating your relationships, it’s recommended that you explore how you and your partner, friends, and family have evolved over time. Reflection is key for interpersonal success. The marriage at the center of this novel is a great example. “All Your Perfects” weaves between past and present to reveal how Quinn and Graham’s relationship has changed due to trauma, heartbreak, and personal growth. But don’t worry, redemption is on the horizon.

LEO: Forget fleeting flirtations: The stars have aligned, and you’re ready to commit. Whether that means looking for the ideal match or strengthening your existing partnership, this book can help. Gottman, a psychologist and renowned relationship expert, shares research-driven techniques for cultivating strong, positive habits in romantic relationships (marriage or otherwise) that can prevent problems from happening in the first place.

LEO: Romance is blooming, but Leos may also face money woes this year and would be well advised to enhance their financial literacy. As you reevaluate your own budget, read about a woman who doesn’t know the meaning of the word. Despite being a financial journalist, Rebecca Bloomwood loves a cathartic shopping spree. Or two. Or many. As she schemes to avoid persistent bankers and collection agencies, Rebecca meets a wealthy eligible bachelor who could solve all of her problems. If he doesn’t discover her little “problem” first.

SCORPIO: Before reaping big rewards — relational and financial — you must reflect on who you are and who you want to become. Yeager, a psychotherapist for the Detroit Pistons, poses 40 questions that help us reflect on our mindset, habits, and desires. These inner conversations can offer just the clarity we need to realign our actions and feelings, putting us one step closer to fulfillment.

SAGITTARIUS: You’re on the cusp of greater self-compassion as you reflect on how your past has shaped you. In this powerful personal and scientific exploration of the lasting impact of trauma, Oprah joins forces with child trauma expert and neuroscientist Dr. Bruce Perry. Together they explore how a deceptively simple shift in perspective can pave the way for remarkable healing.

CAPRICORN: Equipped with a bow and a heart of gold, Katniss Everdeen saves her sister and goes on to battle people and monsters alike, igniting the hero in us all. But she also demonstrates the value of vulnerability, with the true beauty of her character beginning to shine once she opens up to Peeta, her fellow District 12 tribute. Capricorns can learn a valuable lesson from Katniss by practicing their own vulnerability in 2023, leading to deeper, more fulfilling relationships.

AQUARIUS: In the near future, you’ll likely make the wise decision to step away from relationships that are no longer healthy for you. Let Herrera’s protagonist be your guide. Hard working Alba Duarte decides to ditch her overbearing family and maddening boss in New York and head to Texas. But said boss follows, now bearing a change of attitude — and the hots for Alba.

PISCES: It’s your time to shine. Follow your dreams and take a risk — perhaps a new career or entrepreneurial endeavor. Building a personal brand in the noisy world of social media may seem like an impossible task, but Vaynerchuk, a digital marketing expert and entrepreneur, gives you the tools and confidence to carry your voice far and wide.

PISCES: Staying true to yourself is the key to a successful year. Let Reyes’ touching story inspire you. Still reeling from being outed by her ex-best friend, Yami Flores is determined to keep her sexuality a secret at her new school. But her resolve wavers after meeting Bo, a pretty, smart, and openly gay classmate. “The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School” teaches us how to embrace our truth and celebrate our identities.