From Delilah’s Library: Books that build you - boldly, beautifully, intentionally.
- Aug 5
- 5 min read
Books are more than words on a page - they are portals to possibility.
Curated by Dr. Delilah Elizabeth Varnum, this selection of life-changing titles comes from a diverse group of thought leaders and truth-tellers - each delivering bold, authentic, and revelatory wisdom for today’s woman, visionary, or change-maker. Whether you’re navigating heartbreak, cultivating inner peace, building generational wealth, or simply seeking clarity in chaos, this list speaks directly to the soul.
1. I Dare You To Cry: The Courage to Break Down So You Can Breakthrough
Author: Paulette K. Broach
In a culture that glorifies strength and silence, Paulette K. Broach dares us to feel - and feel deeply. Dare You to Cry is a revolutionary call to reclaim your tears as a form of courage, not weakness. Through heartfelt storytelling and gentle but bold revelation, this book creates space for emotional honesty, vulnerability, and breakthrough.
Broach encourages readers to abandon emotional suppression and embrace authentic healing. She articulates what so many carry in silence - grief, disappointment, trauma - and offers a powerful pathway to freedom.
“Tears are not the evidence of failure - they are often the beginning of freedom.”
Why You Should Read It: If you’ve been wearing emotional armor and calling it strength, this book will help you shed the weight and start healing.
2. 21 Signs You Picked the Wrong One
Author: Antonio Screen Sr.
With surgical precision and heartfelt truth, Antonio Screen Sr. unpacks the subtle and often overlooked signs of unhealthy relationships. In 21 Signs You Picked the Wrong One, he exposes the common traps people fall into when trying to justify dysfunction in the name of love.
From spiritual misalignment to emotional manipulation, Screen speaks from experience and wisdom. He gives readers the tools to spot toxicity, establish boundaries, and walk away with dignity - before the damage becomes irreversible.
“Love should not require you to lose yourself.”
Why You Should Read It: This book is an urgent survival guide for anyone unsure about their partner - or healing from a relationship that nearly cost them their identity.
3. Mind What Matters: 21-Day Self Care Journey to Wellness
Author: Nikita Wilburn
In Mind What Matters, Nikita Wilburn delivers a timely and tender exploration of what it means to truly care for your mind, your spirit, and your soul. Far beyond surface-level self-care, this book takes a deep dive into healing past wounds, aligning with purpose, and prioritizing what truly matters in a distracted world.
Wilburn fuses psychological insight with faith-based wisdom, making this book both spiritually enriching and mentally liberating. She reminds readers that rest is holy, boundaries are healthy, and mental clarity is a gift worth protecting.
“Your peace is not optional - it is sacred.”
Why You Should Read It: If you’ve been feeling fragmented, burnt out, or emotionally depleted, this book will guide you back to center.
4. Streams of Increase: 3 Life-Changing Financial Strategies To Keep Your Currency Flowing
Author: Dr. Delilah Elizabeth Varnum
In Streams of Increase, Dr. Delilah Elizabeth Varnum delivers a revelatory blueprint for wealth creation rooted in both biblical principles and practical strategy. With the heart of a teacher and the clarity of a strategist, Dr. Varnum equips readers to break cycles of lack and step confidently into overflow.
This isn’t just about making more money - it’s about stewarding resources well, aligning finances with purpose, and multiplying what’s in your hand. From unlocking new income streams to renewing your mindset around money, every page is packed with clarity and wisdom.
“You are not called to survive - you are born to INCREASE.”
Why You Should Read It: Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a ministry leader, or simply someone tired of financial stagnation, this book will change how you view money - and how you multiply it.
5. The Helpmeet: In Sickness And In Health, Til Death Do Us Part
Author: Kendra Frazier Washington
The Helpmeet is a profound and moving memoir by Kendra Frazier Washington that redefines the meaning of love, commitment, and spiritual resilience. Through her raw and vulnerable story of caregiving through terminal illness, she offers a beautiful portrayal of what it means to honor the marriage vows - in sickness, in health, and even in death.
This book is both a love letter and a legacy. It will move you to tears, challenge your assumptions about partnership, and inspire you to love deeper, even in life’s hardest moments.
“To be a helpmeet is to carry grace in one hand and grit in the other.”
Why You Should Read It: If you’ve ever loved someone through loss, or are walking through grief now, this book will remind you that your love story still matters - even after goodbye.
Each of these books offers a distinct dimension of wisdom, healing, or empowerment. They are not just recommended reads - they are essential tools for your personal evolution. Whether you’re breaking generational patterns, learning to love wisely, rebuilding your life, or unlocking new levels of purpose, these authors will meet you with clarity and compassion.
How can I tell if I’m holding in unprocessed emotions?
If you often avoid talking about painful experiences, feel emotionally numb, or tend to distract yourself instead of confronting how you feel, these could be signs of emotional suppression. Dare You to Cry by Paulette K. Broach guides readers through the process of safely unpacking deep emotions and discovering the strength in vulnerability.
What are common signs that I may have chosen the wrong partner?
Red flags can include lack of trust, emotional instability, misaligned values, poor communication, or constantly feeling unheard or unsupported. In Signs You Picked the Wrong One, Antonio Screen Sr. offers practical insight for identifying unhealthy patterns and making empowered decisions in love and relationships.
What does a mentally healthy life look like?
Mental wellness includes emotional balance, setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-care, and staying connected to your purpose. In Mind What Matters, Nikita Wilburn explores the steps to achieving internal peace, clarity, and resilience—especially when managing stress, anxiety, or burnout.
How can I increase my income with purpose and sustainability?
Building multiple income streams starts with understanding your skills, monetizing your passions, and applying smart strategies for financial growth. Streams of Increase by Dr. Delilah Elizabeth Varnum provides actionable steps for expanding your earning potential and creating long-term financial security.
What does real support in a marriage or partnership look like?
It means being present, consistent, and emotionally available through every season—good or bad. Helpmeet by Kendra Frazier Washington shares a heartfelt journey of navigating love, caregiving, and loss while showing what true partnership and emotional support really require.
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