Ryan Holiday Books in Order

A brutal exposé of the online media system. Drawing on his past as a media manipulator, Holiday reveals how blogs and news sites manufacture controversy for clicks, showing how easily the truth can be distorted in the digital age.

A primer on the new rules of marketing for startups and creators. It explains how companies like Dropbox and Airbnb built massive user bases not with traditional ads, but by building viral features directly into their products.

The book that popularized Stoicism for the modern reader. Based on the Roman formula for turning trials into triumph, it argues that the challenges we face are not barriers to success but the very path to it.

A warning against the dangers of ego at every stage of life. Whether you are aspiring to success, floating on top of the world, or recovering from failure, this book uses historical examples to show why humility is the key to endurance.

A collection of 366 meditations on wisdom, perseverance, and the art of living. Each day offers a translation from a Stoic philosopher—such as Seneca or Epictetus—followed by a short lesson on how to apply it to your life.

A guide to making creative work that lasts. Instead of chasing fleeting trends, this book explores the mindset and strategies required to create something—whether a book, a business, or art—that sells for decades.

A companion to *The Daily Stoic*, featuring weekly themes and daily writing prompts. It provides a structured space to practice the Stoic habit of morning and evening reflection.

The true story of the secret plot to destroy Gawker Media. It details how billionaire Peter Thiel spent years orchestrating a legal war using Hulk Hogan as a proxy, resulting in one of the most shocking media trials of the century.

An argument for the power of slowing down in a noisy world. Drawing on Stoic, Buddhist, and Christian thinkers, it shows how mastering stillness can lead to better decisions, creative breakthroughs, and a happier life.

A series of biographical sketches of the great Stoic philosophers. From Zeno to Marcus Aurelius, it reveals the men and women behind the philosophy, showing how they lived, loved, and led.

The first book in the Stoic Virtue series, focusing on courage. It explores how to conquer fear and make brave decisions, using examples like Charles de Gaulle and Florence Nightingale.

An illustrated fable about the young Marcus Aurelius. It tells the story of how a boy chosen for absolute power learned to find strength in wisdom and character rather than status.

The second book in the series, dealing with the virtue of temperance. It champions the power of self-control and moderation, showing how mastering your own impulses is the prerequisite for mastering anything else.

A daily devotional for parents. It offers 366 short meditations on raising children, focusing on character, love, and setting a good example, drawing on wisdom from history and philosophy.

The third volume in the virtues series, focusing on justice. It argues that integrity and kindness are not just nice-to-haves, but the foundation of a meaningful life, supported by historical examples of moral courage.

A collaboration with legendary basketball coach George Raveling. Part mentorship guide and part life blueprint, it distills Raveling’s experiences with figures like Michael Jordan and Martin Luther King Jr. into lessons on leadership and purpose.

The final book in the Stoic Virtue series, dedicated to wisdom. It explores the vital importance of curiosity, continuous learning, and the humility to admit what we do not know.