11 Best Manifestation Books For Your Dream Life 2023

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Wouldn't it be nice if we could just wave a magic wand and instantly be granted everything we've ever wished for? Sadly, until that happens, there's no real quick fix for getting what you want, or even any guarantee that you will. But there is a very close second: manifestation. 

The magic of manifesting is based on the idea that you can think your dreams into reality. By getting really clear on your vision and focusing on it through a variety of methods, you can pull your deepest desires toward you. The concept of manifestation is all about believing that you already have something and letting it come to you, and many experts advise you simply just speak about what you want in present moment terms. For example, instead of saying "I want that pay rise", swap to, "I'm going to get that pay rise" or even, “I'm so grateful for my pay rise.” Goodbye negative thinking and hello personal growth.

Sounds a little too easy, right? Well that's because – contrary to popular belief – there is actually more to manifesting than just speaking your dreams aloud (powerful as this might be). 

Meet the expert:

• Grey Wolfe, Sarah Jones St John

How does manifestation work? | How to get started with manifestation. | The best manifestation books to shop right now.

What actually is manifestation?

“Manifesting is co-creating because it’s a collaboration between you and the universe. Which is exactly why knowing what you want is only half the battle—you will not see any results without action. You have to build them into your daily routine. Be 100% committed,” says manifestation expert and founder of wellness space Grey Wolfe, Sarah Jones St John. "Manifesting is making everything you want to feel and experience a reality via your thoughts, actions, beliefs, and emotions. The energy we put out in the world is the energy we get back, which means if you are continually sending out negative energy through either your thoughts or feelings you will attract that same energy back to you. On the flip side, though, if you can shift your energy (a practice sometimes referred to as raising your vibrations), you'll also attract more positivity which will help you realise your goals. Make sure to check and change your energy. Energy is everything.

"It's easy to think of manifestation as an instant gratification kind of thing. But looking for immediate results from a manifestation practice is kind of like planting a tree and expecting it to grow big and tall overnight.

"I don't think manifestation is a 'think it and it will come'; it requires commitment and a de-programming of sorts. It works best for someone who is willing to pull up the uncomfortable stuff with themselves to move to a space of healing and trust. I also recommend looking for outside help, perhaps from a therapist, as things that might come up that are difficult to face. For instance, you might revisit past traumas you've worked hard to push down — your parents' divorce, being bullied as a child, or a bad breakup.

“Concentrate on how you want to feel. If you want more love in your life, set your intention to be more loving. If you seek kindness, focus your energy on empathy and compassion. It all starts with you. Not the ‘thing’,” she adds. 

How does manifestation work?

According to Sarah, manifesting done correctly is when you use your procedural memory as a tool to train your brain, your nervous system and your spirit to help you feel motivated and to help you do the work that actually changes your life. "Manifesting is not just thinking about something that you want and suddenly it'll magically appear, manifesting is when you use your procedural memory, and you visualise the step-by-step actions that you need to take in order to make your big goal to become a reality.

"We are always manifesting, every single day, often without being conscious of it. Because we can tend to see things more negatively, what we end up manifesting tends to be the opposite of what we actually want for ourselves. We create more problems for ourselves, more issues to resolve, more pain to have to heal from.

“Many people think of manifesting as something they do only while in their ‘Zen Den’, on their meditation pillow, with every crystal lined up and candle lit. They spend time in that space meditating, journaling, and doing whatever else helps them get aligned, feel good and connect to spirit. and then they get up, go about their day and leave their spiritual practices behind. When you compartmentalise your spiritual practices like this, you’re cutting off the flow of inspiration. Inspiration isn’t something we can feel only on a retreat or in a yoga class, we do ourselves a great disservice when we put it in a box and keep it separate from the rest of our life.”

How to get started with manifestation

“If you want to use the law of attraction, it’s important to acknowledge your emotions first. Otherwise, you run the risk of ignoring the negatives and skipping the work where real growth takes,” Sarah says. 

There are a number of ways you can honour your true feelings while using the Manifestation.  

• Actively feeling your feelings.
• Practicing gratitude.
• Practicing compassion.
• Consciously shifting your energy.
• Practicing shadow work- a method of deep reflection and self-inquiry. 

“Gratitude is the fastest route to peace, and, ultimately, happiness. There’s always something to be grateful for. It’s one of the highest frequencies there is besides unconditional love. Finding something — anything — to be grateful for when you’re feeling low is a life-changing practice. Make it part of your routine,” Sarah explains. "Gratitude isn’t about dulling your emotions or forcing yourself to be positive. It’s about appreciating the gift of life and finding some light in the dark when things are tough.

"Manifestation requires you to use all five of your senses. Imagine yourself feeling, tasting, touching, and experiencing whatever it is that you want to attract into your life. See how your mood elevates just by doing this simple act.

"Some people think the law of attraction is about relentless positivity. In the end, we’re all human. We all experience the full spectrum of emotions. My advice is to practice compassion and validate your feelings first.

“Once you do this, you may find yourself ready to begin manifesting your desires with a fresh perspective.”

The best manifestation books to start on your manifestation journey:

There's a burgeoning number of manifestation books on the market right now, opening up a world of infinite possibilities – if only you believe that the universe has your back. From The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle to Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. But packed full of manifestation techniques and all the good vibes, our edit of only the best manifestation books to shop today, read tomorrow (thanks, Amazon Prime) and take actionable steps from the day after is truly the most motivational. Dream life, we’re ready for you.

The manifestation book of the moment (and possibly the best coffee table book we've seen in a while), Manifest (7 Steps to Living Your Best Life) by self-development coach Roxie Nafousi has rocked the world of wellness. It was an instant, international bestseller, with readers everywhere raving about its ability to change your life. In fact, it's touted as the the first truly practical guide to manifesting, in which the ‘Queen of Manifesting’ will show you how in just seven simple steps you can understand the true art of manifestation and learn how to create the life you have always dreamed of. Whether you want to attract your soulmate, find the perfect job or your dream home, or simply discover more inner-peace and confidence, this book will teach you exactly how to get there in just seven, easy-to-follow steps.

This isn't a Roxie Nafousi fan girl page, we promise, but we did also want to include the follow-up to her bestselling debut, the equally as popular: Manifest: Dive Deeper. It's the perfect companion for anyone who has mastered the basics of manifestation and wants to really unlock their limitless potential, create lasting, transformative change, and turn their dreams into a reality. Expanding your understanding of each of the unique seven steps to manifestation, Roxie Nafousi provides practical techniques to teach you how to harness your potential and confidently step into your power. Each chapter is filled with simple and inspiring exercises designed to cultivate self-awareness, reflection and growth, empowering your manifesting process even more.

If you are feeling stuck, need help achieving your goals or want to make positive changes in any area of your life (hello, why would you be reading this article otherwise?), this is the book for you. Alanis Cooper, the book's author, has been using manifestation since 2020 to create positive change in her life - and it's really worked - here, she shares her secrets, and gives you the tools to manifest whatever it is you are looking for. From the rule of attraction, to scripting, visualisation, meditation and all sorts of other useful tools, this book will help you begin a daily practice that will change your life forever. Plus, it's divided into handy sections, covering all the big topics, month by month (friends, family, romance, personal development and more) to make it all easier to digest and get you manifesting the life you want asap. 

Aside from manifesting, taking charge of your inner healing and committing to raising your vibration is one of the greatest acts of self-love you can do for yourself. So, if you're aware - or semi-aware - that your limiting beliefs, fears and blocks stop you from manifesting the life you want, this spiritual yet practical guide is for you. The first of its kind to focus and work on your limiting beliefs and fears using the Law of Attraction and other spiritual methods, it offers a programme of inner healing techniques to help you find freedom from the past and heal your emotional pain and trauma. Drawing on her own healing journey and coaching work with thousands of clients over the years, Emma Mumford, the book's author. provides a complete and life-changing experience of healing through all the layers of mind, body and spirit. 

If you're brand new to manifestation, don't worry, because this beginner’s guide will explain what manifesting is, how it works, and the simple steps you can take to get started. Based on the law of attraction and the principle of visualisation, the core methods and techniques in this book will help you identify and progress towards your goals, and maintain the momentum once you get going.
Bring your aspirations into being and cultivate positive energy in all areas of your life by embracing and absorbing the information in this book and, most importantly, finally grasp the meanings and methods behind common manifesting phrases such as “ask, believe, receive” and “ask the universe”.

If you're more of an active learner, then pick up your pens, crayons or paints, and get ready to see your dreams unfold (the book claims). The author suggests that by filling in the pages, you will begin to notice signs, messages and positive coincidence appearing in your life exactly when you need them. Plus, we love this book for its mindfulness factor, because gawd knows we could all do with some quiet downtime and a calmer relaxation activity than simply scrolling on TikTok for hours on end (although, there is also quite a lot of useful manifestation content over there too). 

This is a prompted journal designed to help you achieve your life's goals and dreams by practising Manifestation and Law of Attraction Exercises, some of which include scripting, abundance cheques (famously used by Jim Carrey, who wrote himself a $10 million cheque before he achieved success, dated it 10 years in the future, and kept it in his wallet. Call it a coincidence, but in November 1995, Carrey found out he was cast in the movie Dumb and Dumber, for which he earned a fee of, yep $10 million), focus wheel, vision boarding, gratitude journal (just a great practice in general tbh) and affirmations. Work through it to help you reframe your mind and allow positive thinking and self-belief to bring the things you want into your life.

Learn how to combine magic and manifestation to get what you want from your life, with The Witch's Guide to Manifestation. It's full of insight, instructions, and spells that help you tap into self-awareness and self-love to achieve your deepest desires, no matter how big or small. It has over 1400 five-star reviews on Amazon, with many readers claiming that this little paperback really did help them “manifest” the life they “always wanted”, as well as praising it for its “down to earth” approach to the topic that made it feel “more accessible”. 

In Manifestation With The Law Of Attraction, author Harlow Wolfe takes you on a journey into your consciousness. He explores its capacity to connect to and shape the world around you through its unique vibrational frequency, and explains how this frequency can be fine-tuned to attract the things you want and need the most. Once you’ve read it, we guarantee that you’ll fully understand that you are inseparable from the universe. And you’ll experience a new, improved view of reality where you can employ your inner life to improve your outer one.

Inside you'll find accessible explanations bout how the Law of Attraction works, how to ‘reprogram’ your subconscious mind – via mindfulness, visualisation, using affirmations, and more – to feel more centered, less reactive, and more at peace, specific guidance on techniques and a whole load of empowering affirmations that will rewire your mindset so you see setbacks and obstacles as opportunities for growth. Plus, a complete breakdown of practical ways to harness the Law of Attraction, including daily routines, dream journaling, and more.

Undoubtably the most famous manifestation book of all time, and the one that put the topic on the map, worldwide bestseller, The Secret, is an absolute must-read for anyone either yet to be fully convinced by the idea of the law of attraction or who wants to be recharged to really put their all into using the technique. In this book, you'll learn how to use The Secret in every aspect of your life - money, health, relationships, happiness, and in every interaction you have in the world. You'll begin to understand the hidden, untapped power that's within you, and this revelation can bring joy to every aspect of your life.

Ask and It Is Given, by Esther and Jerry Hicks (the famed American inspirational speakers, spiritual channellers and authors), presents the teachings of the nonphysical entity Abraham to help readers' learn how to manifest their desires and live the joyous and fulfilling life we all deserve. As you read, you'll come to understand how your relationships, health issues, finances, career concerns, and more are influenced by the Universal laws that govern your time and space reality - and you'll discover powerful processes that will help you go with the positive flow of life. The couple believe that living the life you want is “your birthright” and their determined to help you get there. 

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