Financial literacy month is here, and so are the best picks to boost your money smarts!

If you’re ready to level up your financial game, check out this booklist for must-read money guides this November:

Invest Your Way to Financial Freedom by Bradford Woods

Whether you’re new to investing or an experienced stock trader, Invest Your Way to Financial Freedom provides a step-by-step system to maximize returns and minimize risk, following the principles of Ben Graham and Warren Buffett.

 Retirement Reimagined by A. Cameron Strong

Retirement Reimagined addresses the financial struggles many Canadians face, from rising costs and debt to concerns about retirement. It offers practical solutions to regain control, plan for healthcare, manage housing costs, and create a retirement strategy that fits your needs, including budgeting for travel and helping loved ones. This book is a guide to establishing financial stability and securing a peaceful, fulfilling retirement.

A Fighting Chance by Doug Allan

A Fighting Chance was created to address the gap in financial literacy education, helping young people gain the knowledge and tools they need to make smart financial decisions. Written by an award-winning Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant, the book offers real examples, strategies, and mindsets that empower youth to leverage their most valuable asset—time. With an approachable tone, it provides a practical financial guide to help readers achieve both their financial and personal goals.

The Wealthy Martian by Karen Cumming

In The Wealthy Martian, Karen Cumming shares her journey from aspiring citizen astronaut to financial literacy advocate. After making it to the Mars 100, Karen realized a deeper issue on Earth: millions of young people are financially illiterate. In this book, Karen embarks on a mission to teach financial literacy, helping readers of all ages learn how to make their money work for them, not the other way around. Through mastering the basics, mindset, and the powerful investment strategy of DRIP (Dividend Reinvestment Plan), Karen shows that financial success isn’t out of reach—it’s just a matter of learning the right tools.

Wealth Strategies for the Everyday Goddess by Reena Hunjan

Wealth Strategies for the Everyday Goddess empowers women to take control of their financial future. With a focus on the basics, Reena offers practical guidance for managing wealth, using relatable stories from women worldwide to illustrate how women can build financial security. As women are set to hold much of the wealth in North America in the coming decade, Reena’s book encourages them to direct their dollars toward causes that make the world a better, more beautiful place for all.

Preserving Wealth by Jack Lumsden

Financial advisor Jack Lumsden offers a clear and accessible guide to managing wealth and preparing for estate transfer. With over $1 trillion in personal wealth expected to pass between generations in Canada, Lumsden emphasizes the importance of planning for growth, capital protection, and minimizing estate taxes. He covers essential strategies for safeguarding inheritances, selecting executors, and having the crucial family discussions to ensure wealth is preserved for future generations. Preserving Wealth is a must-read for anyone looking to manage their financial legacy effectively.

Your Path To Wealth by Brian Thomas

Your Path to Wealth offers a straightforward and practical guide to building wealth, regardless of income or experience. The book emphasizes the importance of mindset, focus, and commitment in achieving financial success. With clear, actionable steps, readers will learn to manage spending, evaluate investment options like property, stocks, and mutual funds, and explore ways to accelerate wealth growth. Packed with tools and real-world experiences, this book empowers readers to set goals, stay on track, and select investments that align with their personal comfort and financial aspirations. Wealth is within your reach—this book shows you how.