10 Best Books for Entrepreneurs to Read in 2026

Working alone is no longer a "stepping stone" to hiring 50 people. It is a strategic choice for freedom, high margins, and peace of mind. But to succeed as a "Team of One," you need a different operating system for your brain.

After reviewing hundreds of titles, these are the 10 essential books every blogger and digital creator needs to master the Build, Grow, Profit loop this year.

1. "The 5 Types of Wealth" by Sahil Bloom (2025 Release)

Best for: The Big Picture.

Released in early 2025, this is the new "Manifesto" for the modern solo. Bloom reframes success beyond just your bank account. He breaks wealth into five categories: Financial, Physical, Mental, Time, and Social.

• The Solo Edge: It stops you from sacrificing your health (Physical Wealth) for a blog post, ensuring your business is actually sustainable.

2. "Company of One" by Paul Jarvis

Best for: Strategy.

Jarvis argues that "better" is better than "bigger." This book is the ultimate defense of staying small. It teaches you how to build a business that is profitable and resilient without the headache of managing employees.

• The Solo Edge: It gives you the "permission" to stop chasing scale and start chasing quality of life.

3. "Atomic Habits" by James Clear

Best for: Focus.

When you are the CEO, the intern, and the writer, your habits are your only boss. Clear’s framework for tiny gains is the gold standard for anyone working without a manager.

• The Solo Edge: Learn to build a "Content Habit" that makes publishing Day 365 as easy as Day 1.

4. "Profit First" by Mike Michalowicz

Best for: Revenue.

Most bloggers pay themselves "whatever is left over." Michalowicz flips this: Sales - Profit = Expenses. It’s a simple accounting system that guarantees you actually make money from Month 1.

• The Solo Edge: Stops the "expensive hobby" cycle and turns your blog into a real ATM.

5. "The E-Myth Revisited" by Michael E. Gerber

Best for: Scaling.

This classic explains why most small businesses fail: because the owner is a "technician" who doesn't know how to build a system.

• The Solo Edge: Teaches you to work on your business, not just in it, by creating "The Stack" of automations we talk about here at OneBlogger.

6. "Deep Work" by Cal Newport

Best for: Focus.

In an age of AI noise and social media pings, the ability to focus is a superpower. Newport provides the rules for producing high-value work in a distracted world.

• The Solo Edge: Allows you to get 8 hours of writing done in 3 focused hours, leaving the rest of your day for "Time Wealth."

7. "$100M Offers" by Alex Hormozi

Best for: Profit.

If you want to move from "Blogger" to "Business Owner," you need an offer. Hormozi explains how to create products so good that people feel stupid saying no.

• The Solo Edge: The fastest way to skyrocket your affiliate and digital product conversion rates.

8. "The Creative Entrepreneur" by Carolyn Dailey (2025 Release)

Best for: Differentiation.

Brand new for 2025, this is the handbook for those who build around their voice. It bridges the gap between "Artist" and "Businessperson."

• The Solo Edge: Helps you find your "Niche of One" so no AI can ever replace your unique perspective.

9. "Building a StoryBrand 2.0" by Donald Miller

Best for: Growth.

Your reader is the hero; you are the guide. Miller’s framework will fix your "About Me" page instantly and make your marketing crystal clear.

• The Solo Edge: Simplifies your messaging so your SEO traffic actually turns into loyal fans.

10. "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins (2025 Release)

Best for: Mindset.

The psychological burden of solo work is "Control." Robbins teaches how to let go of what you can't control so you can focus on the 20% that matters.

• The Solo Edge: Reduces the anxiety of algorithm changes and "unsubscribes" so you can keep building.

Which one should you read first?

If you are struggling with Time, start with Atomic Habits. If you are struggling with Money, start with Profit First.

My Pick: Grab Company of One. It is the foundation of everything we build here.