12 international bestsellers to read in 2022 that will change your perspective towards life

New Year signifies a year full of new beginnings and hope. To help one become a better reader, Penguin India has curated a list of 12 international bestsellers as a part of its Penguin Transform program. The 12 books are to be read over 12 months, and each title promises to transform the reader's outlook on life. The books are:

This beautiful story will make you believe in the power of love and how it can transform you, always for the better.

In this book, popular Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno writes about 100 easy tips (one for each day) to apply the essence of Zen in everyday life to feel relaxed and fulfilled.

In this book, organizational psychologist and author Adam Grant explores the idea of how rethinking, unlearning, and relearning can improve our work-life and bring wisdom to life.

Matt Haig's international bestseller 'Midnight Library' will take you on an incredible journey and make you question: What is the best way to live?.

'In 'Breath', journalist James Nestor travels the world to discover the hidden science behind ancient breathing practices to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it,' reads the book's blurb.

This classic sci-fi adventure for kids and young adults makes for a great read on the list. The story makes one rediscover love and support for their family, and fight for our loved ones no matter what. Madeleine L'Engle's bestselling book is also adapted into a film by Disney.

Sally Rooney's award-winning novel 'Normal People' will feel relatable to many millennials and adults. This is a beautiful story of self-discovery, modern love, and friendship.

Bernadine Evaristo's 2019 Booker-winning novel 'Girl, Woman, Other' follows the stories of 12 characters as they embark on their journeys, set in Britain in the last 100 years.

'This book reveals how our minds are tripped up by error and prejudice and gives you practical techniques for slower, smarter thinking. It will enable you to make better decisions at work, at home, and in everything you do,' reads the book's blurb.

In this book, clinical psychologist and author Jordan B. Peterson draws lessons from his works and ancient wisdom, and in turn, offers 12 principles to live by which can offer solutions to contemporary problems.

In this heart-touching book, Paul Kalanithi chronicled his life-- from a medical student to a neurosurgeon, to a lung cancer patient, and a new father. Meanwhile, he questions what makes life meaningful and virtuous.

Tara Westover's memoir 'Educated' will inspire you to have faith and achieve more in life. The book was also recommended by Barack Obama and Bill Gates.