Free Personal Development Ebooks

personal development ebooks

By Peter Clemens

If you are in need of some inspiration, but are on a limited budget (namely $0), this post is for you. I recently roamed the blogosphere in search of free personal development blogosphere is search of free personal development ebooks; the following list is the result of my efforts.

Please note: many of these ebooks require you to subscribe to regular updates or a newsletter to receive the ebook (you can always unsubscribe, right?). If you offer a free personal development ebook that is not on this list please contact me and I’ll add it.

Free Personal Development Ebooks

101 Things To Do Before You Die – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

114 Ways to Celebrate Life – Marelisa Fábrega, Abundance Blog at Marelisa Online

30 Things You Need to Know Now – Alex Blackwell, The Bridgemaker

4 Steps to Create the Life You Desire – Ellie Walsh, Living the Law of Attraction

5 Secrets to Attracting Everything You Want – Lorraine Cohen, Powerfull Living

5 Simple Keys to Rock Your 20s – Jenny Ferry, Crest of Your Life

5 Simple Steps to an Awesome Life – Vlad Dolezal, An Amazing Mind

50 Ways to a Positive Consciousness – Nicholas Powiull, Conscious Flex

84 Tips on Overcoming Procrastination – Alex Fayle, Someday Syndrome

A Year of Change – Peter Clemens, The Change Blog (that’s me!)

Career Satisfaction From Within – Chris Edgar, Purpose Power Coaching

Clear Negative Energy – Andrea Hess, Empowered Soul

Clutter 101: The Definitive Guide To De-Cluttering Your Life – James Mallinson, Organize IT

Change How You Communicate – Leona Dawson, Transformative Living

Curly’s Law – Seamus Anthony, Rebel Zen

Enduring the Road to Success – Eric Hamm, Motivate Thyself

Enlightening Stress Relief – The Daily Minder, The Daily Mind

Enlightenment in a PDF – Ivan Campuzano, Ivan Campuzano . com

Flying By The Seat Of My Soul – Tess Marshall, The Bold Life

How to Get a Girlfriend – Alex Shalman, Alex Shalman . com

How To Be A Dean’s Lister – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

How to be The Confident P.H.A.T Girl in ANY Room - Shabraska Ponder

How To Deal With Disappointment – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

How to Make Friends – Glen Allsopp, PluginID

How to Manifest What You Want – Evelyn Lim, Attraction Mind Map

How To Move On From Relationships – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

How To Overcome Procrastination – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

How to Practice the Art of Life Balance – Stacey Hoffer Weckstein, Create a Balance

How To Successfully Achieve Any Goal – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

Learn This (numerous ebooks) – Mike King, Learn This

Life Changers – ManageTrainLearn

Manage, Click, Learn! 2010 – ManageTrainLearn

Most Inspiring Quotes of All Time (Over 300+ Quotes) – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

Opening Doors: A Mini Guide to Blissful Guide to Blissful Living – Laurel Vespi, Stone Circle Coaching

Overcome Anything – Mary Jaksch, Goodlife Zen

Quit Your Day Job – Ali Hale, Aliventures

Shoots of Growth – ManageTrainLearn

Slow Down Fast: A Revolutionary How-To Guide For Being Productive, Efficient, and Effective – David Bohl, Slown Down Fast

The 7 Timeless Habits of Happiness – Henrik Edberg, The Positivity Blog

The 77 Traits of Highly Successful People – Mark Foo

The Beautiful Calm Meditation Ebook – Ananga, Living By Design

The Essential Guide to Personal Excellence – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

The Genius Within YOU – Steve Martile, Freedom Education

The Inspiration Manifesto – Tanner Maluchnik

The Meaning of Life: Discover Your Real Purpose – Celestine Chua, The Personal Excellence Blog

The Quote Effect – Davina Haisell, Shades of Crimson

The Woman’s Relationship Bible – Hayden Tompkins, Through The Illusion

The Zen of Blogging – Hunter Nuttall, Hunter Nuttall . com

Thinkonomics – Rev. Ike, Science of Living Online

Thriving On Less – Simplifying In A Tough Economy – Leo Babauta, Zen Habits

Why We’re Failing the 4-Hour Workweek (or, Reflections of a Pro Blogger) – Hunter Nuttall, Hunter Nuttall . com

Work Happy The Google Way – Karl Staib, Work Happy Now!

Note: this list is a work-in progress! If you offer a free personal development ebook that is not on this list email me at peter [at] thechangeblog.com and I’ll add it.

About Peter Clemens

Peter Clemens is the owner and editor of The Change Blog. He also runs two other blogs: The Blogging Blog and Audio Book Downloads. Be sure to check out his free guide to setting up a blog, Starting a Blog.

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61 Responses to Free Personal Development Ebooks

  1. Eric Hamm | Motivate Thyself March 19, 2009 at 11:27 pm #

    Very useful list, Peter, and thanks for including mine in the bunch! :-) Eric

  2. Hilary March 20, 2009 at 12:25 am #

    Thanks .. it’s useful to have a list of free personal development ebooks .. and good reference source ..

    Hilary: Be Positive Be Happy

  3. Glen Allsopp March 20, 2009 at 1:22 am #

    I was thinking about doing a post on the exact same topic, looksl ike you beat me too it. Great list and thanks a lot for including mine!

  4. Alex Blackwell March 20, 2009 at 2:10 am #

    Peter – thanks for putting this list together. You have provided a valuable resource!

  5. Stacey / Create a Balance March 20, 2009 at 3:52 am #

    This post is a great idea and I’m honored to be part of this impressive list. I think this list is a powerful reminder that a dose of inspiration is always available for free for anyone with an internet connection.

  6. Jens Upton March 20, 2009 at 4:10 am #

    Hiya

    thanks for compiling all these. tweeted. looking forward to reading at my leisure. feeling like a kid in a candy store.

    Jens

  7. Alex Shalman March 20, 2009 at 6:00 am #

    It’s really nice to see so many people putting their ideas down into comprehensive ebook format. Leave it to Peter to find all of them – great job my man!

  8. Tim Brownson March 20, 2009 at 7:21 am #

    Nice one Peter, there are some of the toppermost personal growth writers on the blogospherenet on your list.

  9. Vincent March 20, 2009 at 9:07 am #

    HI Peter,

    You had complied a great list of free ebooks. Thanks for sharing. :)

    Cheers
    Vincent
    Personal Development Blogger

  10. Nathalie Lussier March 20, 2009 at 9:41 am #

    Wow, what a great list! I will set aside some time to read some of these. Thanks for including my ebook, I appreciate it.

    From the ones I’ve already read, I know how great it is to sit down and read a book written by one of your favorite bloggers. :)

  11. Chris Edgar | Purpose Power Coaching March 20, 2009 at 10:46 am #

    Hi Peter — Thanks for this list. I’m looking forward to checking these out.

  12. Ryan Rekishi | Acorn-Seeds March 20, 2009 at 10:49 am #

    Big Help!

    Thanks a TON Peter. Much appreciated. An excellent list of information.

    Cheers,
    Ryan

  13. Arjen March 20, 2009 at 10:54 am #

    Amazing list! I really appreciate this!

    Thanks for sharing

  14. Greg March 20, 2009 at 11:31 am #

    Nice list! Been looking for something like this.

    Just stumbled across your site, look forward to reading more!

    Greg.

  15. Mary/GoodlifeZEN March 20, 2009 at 11:42 am #

    Great list! It’s wonderful to have all these resources in one spot.
    And thanks for including my eBook “Overcome Anything”!

    By the way, Leo Babauta should also be on the list with this free Ebook:
    http://thepowerofless.com/2008.....h-economy/

  16. Marc and Angel Hack Life March 20, 2009 at 2:29 pm #

    Awesome list Peter! Thanks. ;-)

  17. Shun Jian | RichGrad.com March 20, 2009 at 3:10 pm #

    Great list! Maybe it’s time I’ve an ebook out too huh? Lol…
    Thanks =)

    Shun Jian
    RichGrad.com
    Personal Development for the Book Smart

  18. Davina March 20, 2009 at 4:47 pm #

    Wow, Peter what an impressive list. I’m honoured that you have included The Quote Effect. Thank you on behalf of myself and the 32 other bloggers who contributed to this.

  19. Nicholas Powiull March 20, 2009 at 4:58 pm #

    May those who are nearest to you be constantly enriched by the beauty and the bounty of your love, may your work be a joy of your life that serves the world, and may your days be good and long upon the Earth.

    Have a Consciously Flexing day,
    ~Nicholas Powiull

    “Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.” ~Albert Einstein

  20. The Daily Minder March 20, 2009 at 5:40 pm #

    Thanks for including me on the list! Some great reading materials here.

    TDM

  21. Peter March 20, 2009 at 7:34 pm #

    Glad to hear people are finding this post useful! I’ve added a couple more ebooks just now:

    5 Secrets to Attracting Everything You Want – Lorraine Cohen, Powerfull Living

    5 Simple Keys to Rock Your 20s – Jenny Ferry, Crest of Your Life

    Thriving On Less – Simplifying In A Tough Economy – Leo Babauta, Zen Habits

  22. tess The Bold Life March 21, 2009 at 3:59 am #

    What a great collection and thanks for including me! Often times people think they have to spend a lot of money to learn about the internet, blogging and life. In a time when money is short it’s great to know that one can begin right here and gain wisdom without spending a dime.

    After putting in to practice what is learned I’m pretty sure it would lead to improivng every area of one’s life to the point where they could afford the next step. Love your blog!

  23. V. March 21, 2009 at 7:29 am #

    thanks for this list, seems like i’m going to read a lot in the next few days :-D

  24. Valerie M March 21, 2009 at 8:50 am #

    Thank you SO very much! This is an awesome list!

  25. DSE901 March 21, 2009 at 8:56 am #

    I love self help books. I always feel so positive and encouraged after reading them. Thanks for this list

  26. farouk March 21, 2009 at 9:12 am #

    this was a very good idea :)

  27. Happiness Is Better March 21, 2009 at 9:51 am #

    Wow! Great list of e-books! Looks like I have a lot of reading to do.
    Cheers!
    -Dustin

  28. Laurel March 24, 2009 at 7:26 am #

    Love people with a generous heart so thanks Peter for the great resource. I was pleased to pass it along to my community.

  29. Alex Fayle | Someday Syndrome March 25, 2009 at 9:57 am #

    Great list Peter – I’ve read a few, but not as many as I like (if only Kindle was available outside the US, I’d read a lot more of them – I hate reading books on the computer screen!). And thank you for including my tips book in the list.

  30. Peter March 25, 2009 at 8:08 pm #

    I’ve just added a few more ebooks:

    4 Steps to Create the Life You Desire – Ellie Walsh, Living the Law of Attraction

    Break-Up Blueprint: 3 Simple Secrets on How to Begin to Heal Your Broken Heart – Eris Huemer, Love Eris

    Change How You Communicate – Leona Dawson, Transformative Living

    Opening Doors: A Mini Guide to Blissful Guide to Blissful Living – Laurel Vespi, Stone Circle Coaching

    The Woman’s Relationship Bible – Hayden Tompkins, Through The Illusion

    Enjoy! :)

  31. Karl Staib - Work Happy Now March 29, 2009 at 1:44 pm #

    This list must have taken you a long time. Thanks for the link love. I’ll be checking this list out tonight.

  32. Peter April 2, 2009 at 8:39 pm #

    Just added a couple of new e-books:

    Clutter 101: The Definitive Guide To De-Cluttering Your Life – James Mallinson, Organize IT

    Thinkonomics – Rev. Ike, Science of Living Online

  33. Ivan Campuzano April 3, 2009 at 7:37 pm #

    gracias amigo :) for putting me on the list, very much appreciated….keep up the great work…keep shining my friend…

    “your past does not equal your future, unless you let it” – Ivan Campuzano

    • serin paul August 23, 2011 at 2:40 pm #

      ivan your blog thoughts are mazing

  34. Pearl February 2, 2010 at 6:47 am #

    Hi,
    I’ve got one to add:
    I’ve really enjoyed “The Little Guide To Beating Procrastination, Perfectionism and Blocks: a Manual For Artists, Activists, Entrepreneurs, Academics and Other Ambitious Dreamers”
    http://lifelongactivist.com/downloads

    I’ve also looked at “The HIAPy Guide to Finding Work in a Tough Job Market” on the same page but haven’t read it all.

    Thanks for the list!

    Pearl

  35. Abhijat February 8, 2010 at 8:53 am #

    This is a great list Peter. Very resourceful and a excellent reference.

  36. Celestine Chua April 30, 2010 at 5:38 pm #

    Hi Peter, this is a wonderful resource! I just got to know about several new ebooks which I’m downloading at the moment.

    I just released a few free ebooks which I would love to include in your list if possible. I’m sure these will be great resources for your readers to check out.

    They are:
    - The Essential Guide To Personal Excellence – 113 pages of personal excellence goodness http://celestinechua.com/blog/.....xcellence/
    - 6 other free ebooks which can be found at: http://celestinechua.com/blog/free-ebooks/
    * * The Meaning of Life: Discover Your Real Purpose
    * * How To Successfully Achieve Any Goal
    * * Most Inspiring Quotes of All Time (Over 300+ Quotes!)
    * * How To Overcome Procrastination
    * * How To Deal With Disappointment
    * * How To Move On From Relationships

  37. Christine Simiriglia July 3, 2010 at 6:40 pm #

    May I be so bold as to add my own ebook: 101 Tips for Living a Simple, Healthy, Organized Life: http://tinyurl.com/2ctps9f

    Thanks for the list… I’ve got my reading cut out for me.

    • Peter July 4, 2010 at 5:53 pm #

      No problem Christine! I added your ebook to the list.

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  39. Rowena Coshan July 14, 2010 at 10:58 am #

    Wow, what a great list Peter! Thank you for taking the time to put this together, you’ve just given me a great resouce I can share.

  40. adewale July 25, 2010 at 11:45 am #

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  41. Gellicious July 25, 2010 at 7:32 pm #

    Barbara Sher has put her classic ‘Wishcraft’ online – http://wishcraft.com/
    Cheers. :)

  42. Mathieu Farrand September 17, 2010 at 11:55 am #

    Thank you so much for this list. Not only is a great way for all of us to learn new things, but we also get to know new bloggers and their books and find great ways to link to each other. Thanks so much!

    Futhark Lifehack – Buily Your Ideal Life

  43. Leigh February 26, 2011 at 5:40 pm #

    Hi,

    Wow this is an extremely impressive list! It’s great to know that there is still valuable information for free out there. I would be honoured if you were happy to include my recent effort to the list:

    ‘How to Make a Living From Your Passions’ http://www.live-consciously.com/ebook.

    Thank you and keep up the great work!

    Leigh

  44. serin paul August 23, 2011 at 2:39 pm #

    i have to add one book to this list The prophet by khalil gibran and it is great book which helps in knowing better about life

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