Some nights, when the house finally gets quiet, your thoughts get louder. You wonder if you’re doing enough, if your kids will be okay, if you’ll ever stop feeling so tired. In those moments, a good book can be more than company, it can be a lifeline.
Books have always been one of the best ways to find comfort, strength, and practical wisdom, especially when you’re walking the single parent path. They remind us that love and resilience can coexist, that it’s okay to start over, and that you’re not the only one trying to figure it out.
Below are some of the most powerful, honest, and comforting books every single parent should read in 2025. Each one offers a different kind of healing, emotional, financial, or spiritual. And at the end, I’ll share a little glimpse of my own upcoming book, written from the heart for parents like you.
1. The Kickass Single Mom — by Emma Johnson
This one is a rally cry for independence. Emma Johnson mixes real-life stories, research, and personal experience to show that single moms can thrive, not just survive… financially, emotionally, and romantically. She breaks down how to build confidence, manage money, and date again without guilt.
Why it matters: It’s practical, unapologetic, and deeply encouraging. A must-read if you’ve been stuck in survival mode and are ready to take back your life.
2. Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids – by Dr. Laura Markham
Dr. Markham’s book focuses on emotional connection, self-regulation, and gentle discipline, which is gold for single parents who already face stress and guilt. It gives tools to reduce yelling and create more cooperation and peace at home.
Why it matters: Single parenting often means living in constant motion… work, homework, dinners, discipline, repeat. Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids reminds us that our children don’t need us to be perfect; they need us to be emotionally present. When you learn to regulate your own stress, your kids mirror that calm. It’s not about controlling your child… it’s about guiding with empathy, connection, and consistency. This book helps you replace yelling with understanding and guilt with grace.
3. Two Homes, One Childhood — by Robert Emery, Ph.D.
Co-parenting can be one of the hardest parts of post-separation life. Dr. Emery’s book helps you focus on what truly matters: your child’s emotional security. He walks parents through managing conflict, creating healthy routines between two homes, and keeping kids out of the crossfire.
Why it matters: It’s compassionate and realistic. If you’re navigating shared custody or just trying to co-parent with less tension, this book gives you a grounded, heart-first roadmap.
4. Untamed — by Glennon Doyle
Not every book that saves us is written for single parents… some are written for anyone rediscovering who they are. Glennon Doyle’s Untamed is a bold invitation to stop shrinking, stop apologizing, and start trusting yourself again.
Why it matters: Many single parents lose themselves trying to hold everything together. This book reminds you that your dreams and your wholeness still matter. You’re not selfish for wanting joy.
5. The Co-Parenting Handbook — by Karen Bonnell and Kristin Little
When two parents separate, the hardest part is figuring out how to protect the child’s sense of safety and belonging. This book gives you a roadmap, from establishing communication boundaries with your ex to helping kids transition smoothly between homes. The authors combine psychological insight with real-life tools that work in everyday situations, not just theory.
Why it matters:
Co-parenting isn’t about being friends with your ex; it’s about building stability for your child. This book helps you focus on what you can control, your tone, your consistency, and your child’s emotional world. It reminds parents that even in two homes, kids can still feel deeply loved, secure, and whole when both parents choose peace over pride.
Why Books Still Matter in a Digital World
In a world full of quick advice videos and scrolling tips, reading slows us down long enough to listen… really listen to ourselves. Books give us space to cry, to reflect, and to breathe. They remind us that healing doesn’t come from one moment of clarity, but from hundreds of quiet moments where we choose to keep going.
So if you’ve been looking for a sign to pause, pour a cup of tea, and pick up something that feeds your spirit, this is it.
You’re Not Alone
Being a single parent doesn’t mean walking alone. It means building a life of courage, love, and faith, one day at a time. Whether your strength comes from stories, prayers, or the pages of a book, never forget: your love is enough.
If there’s a book that carried you through a tough season, share it in the comments or message me. I might include your recommendation in a future post.
With compassion,
Eryndor
Founder, Single Parent Bible
admin@singleparentbible.com
