Best selling Non-fiction

Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.

1. Goldmann Die 1%-Methode – Minimale Veränderung, maximale Wirkung

The Secret to Success: The 1% Method. It provides the essential tools to achieve any goal. James Clear, a successful coach and one of the leading experts in habit formation, presents practical strategies to help you improve a little bit every day in whatever you set out to do. His method draws on insights from biology, psychology, and neuroscience and works in all areas of life. No matter what you want to achieve—whether it's athletic excellence, professional milestones, or personal goals like quitting smoking—this book will surely help you succeed. 

Die 1%-Methode – Minimale Veränderung, maximale Wirkung (German, James Clear, 2020)
Non-fiction
CHF16.50

Die 1%-Methode – Minimale Veränderung, maximale Wirkung

German, James Clear, 2020

2. Riva Can't Hurt Me

For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare - poverty, prejudice and physical abuse haunted his dreams. But through self-discipline, mental toughness and hard work, he transformed himself from a depressed, overweight youth with no prospects into a U.S. Army icon and one of the top endurance athletes in the world. He is the only person to ever pass elite training to become a Navy SEAL as well as a U.S. Army Ranger and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, and he has also set numerous endurance records.
In "Can't Hurt Me" he tells his truly amazing life story and shows that most of us don't even realise half of our potential. Goggins calls this the 40 per cent rule. His outstanding example, on the other hand, illustrates how anyone can succeed in changing that and overcoming pain thresholds and fears.
 

Can't Hurt Me (German, David Goggins, 2023)
Non-fiction
CHF21.70

Can't Hurt Me

German, David Goggins, 2023

3. Hanser Mitte des Lebens

At some point in life, many things are decided: who we love, where we work, how we live. Some are happy to have arrived - others fear being stuck in a life full of routines and wonder if that's it. How do we find new goals in life when much has been achieved? How do we deal with the fact that time horizons are slowly narrowing and some trains have now left the station? Barbara Bleisch reflects on life experience, lightness and serenity in a philosophically sound way and full of references from everyday life. She counters the cliché of the "midlife crisis" with a philosophy of midlife that leads us into the existential questions of our decades as adults - and into the best time of our lives. 

Mitte des Lebens (German, Barbara Lead, 2024)
Non-fiction
CHF24.70

Mitte des Lebens

German, Barbara Lead, 2024

4. Hanser Power - Die 48 Gesetze der Macht

With over 200,000 copies sold, "Power - The 48 Laws of Power" by Robert Greene dominated the bestseller lists for months. Now, the classic is available in a compact edition: concise, to the point, and entertaining. Those who want power should not linger too long on moral scruples. Anyone who believes they are not affected by the mechanisms of power could be its victim tomorrow. Those who claim that power can be attained through gentle means misunderstand reality. This book is the Machiavelli of the 21st century, but also a historical and literary treasure trove full of surprises. 

Power - Die 48 Gesetze der Macht (German, Robert Greene, 2013)
Non-fiction
CHF21.70

Power - Die 48 Gesetze der Macht

German, Robert Greene, 2013

5. Hogrefe Erfolgreich lernen mit ADHS und ADS

For children with ADHD and their parents, school can often be very challenging. Children frequently avoid unpleasant homework, engage their parents in endless discussions about the purpose of certain exercises, dawdle and daydream, and quickly become frustrated when they face failure or cannot solve a task. Even parents with strong parenting skills can find the learning and homework situation with dreamers and whirlwinds to be overwhelming at times.

This parent guide provides you with concrete, practical support on how to:
- Increase your child's concentration and endurance
- Make learning more motivating
- Reduce frustration, arguments, and tears surrounding homework
- Manage chaos and forgetfulness
- Help your child achieve more success through clever learning methods
- Foster your child's strengths
- Support your child during setbacks and protect their self-esteem
- Build a good collaboration with the school.

The strategies presented have been developed through work with hundreds of families and have proven effective in practice. You may be surprised to find that often it is small, inconspicuous changes that have a significant impact.

Stefanie Rietzler and Fabian Grolimund are psychologists and jointly lead the Academy for Learning Coaching in Zurich.
 

Erfolgreich lernen mit ADHS und ADS (German, Fabian Grolimund, Stefanie Rietzler, 2023)
Non-fiction
CHF27.70

Erfolgreich lernen mit ADHS und ADS

German, Fabian Grolimund, Stefanie Rietzler, 2023

6. Econ Das Buch, von dem du dir wünschst, deine Eltern hätten es gelesen

In her bestseller, Philippa Perry explains what truly matters between parents and children. The experienced psychotherapist reveals how we can heal painful experiences from our own childhood instead of passing them on. By recognizing that our own upbringing also influences our relationship with our children, we can learn from our mistakes and make amends. We discover how to break free from negative behavior patterns and manage impulsive emotions. 

Das Buch, von dem du dir wünschst, deine Eltern hätten es gelesen (German, Philippa Perry, Jorge del Corral, 2021)
Non-fiction
CHF16.50

Das Buch, von dem du dir wünschst, deine Eltern hätten es gelesen

German, Philippa Perry, Jorge del Corral, 2021

7. Finanzbuch Über die Psychologie des Geldes

Money has much more to do with psychology than with finances. When it comes to money, we believe we need to know certain facts, rules, and laws. We assume that the world of finance is the world of mathematics, where data and formulas tell us exactly how to behave, and people would then follow that guidance. In reality, the opposite is true: in the real world, people do not make their financial decisions based on a spreadsheet. They make them over dinner or during a meeting, where personal history, individual perspectives, ego, and other crude influences come into play. So, it is primarily about psychology, emotions, and gray areas.

Through 20 short stories, award-winning author Morgan Housel vividly illustrates that when it comes to money matters, what matters is not how much theoretical knowledge someone has, but how they behave in a stressful situation.

"One of the best and most original finance books in years."
Jason Zweig, The Wall Street Journal

"Morgan Housel is one of the brightest new stars in the finance world. He is accessible to anyone who wants to learn more about the psychology of money. I highly recommend this book."
James P. O'Shaughnessy, author of The Best Investment Strategies of All Time.
 

Über die Psychologie des Geldes (German, Morgan Housel, 2021)
Non-fiction
CHF19.70

Über die Psychologie des Geldes

German, Morgan Housel, 2021

8. Herder Die Kraft eines fokussierten Lebens

We live in an age of distraction. A thousand voices and opinions bombard us. How do we manage to live focused in a time like ours? Johannes Hartl shows why great power lies in small steps and how each of us can learn the art of a focused life. Hartl finds inspiration in both modern psychology and the ancient wisdom texts of the Bible. However, Hartl is not only concerned with discipline and techniques. He is convinced that our lives will only truly change in the long term with a life vision that genuinely sustains us. A vision is the overarching guiding principle, while focus provides the strength to realize it through small steps. This is a book that inspires a reorientation of life and a fundamental transformation. A focused life means living for what is truly important, aligned with the highest values. The person who lives this way has fire in their heart. Jesus says in his Sermon on the Mount: "The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eye is healthy, your whole body will be full of light." (Mt 6:22) In a loose translation, one could say: "What you look at shapes you. What your focus is directed towards will shape your entire life (even your body).". 

Die Kraft eines fokussierten Lebens (German, John Hartl, 2025)
Non-fiction
CHF15.90

Die Kraft eines fokussierten Lebens

German, John Hartl, 2025

9. Econ Career Suicide

Bill Kaulitz is one of the most charismatic figures in the music world. As the face of the band Tokio Hotel, Bill Kaulitz was loved, mocked, admired, and hated for his eccentric appearance like no other. Fans adored his androgynous style, while the press reacted with confusion and speculation about his sexual identity. When the hype surrounding him reached dangerous levels, Bill fled to Los Angeles with his twin brother Tom.

From there, he reflects on the first thirty years of his life. Growing up near Magdeburg, Bill was accustomed to hostility and misunderstanding, but he never let it deter him and consistently pursued his artistic visions and his dream of a life away from provincial narrow-mindedness. For the first time, he openly shares his childhood in the middle of nowhere, Tokio Hotel's overwhelming success, but also escapades, loneliness, and the special relationship with his brother Tom.

He would not be where he is today if he had not unconditionally stood by himself.
 

Career Suicide (German, Bill Kaulitz, 2022)
Non-fiction
CHF14.90

Career Suicide

German, Bill Kaulitz, 2022

10. Finanzbuch Stop Overthinking

In today's world, characterized by sensory overload and overstimulation, many people live in a self-imposed mental prison: they are trapped in endless loops of negative thoughts, making everyday life difficult.

This book explains what happens in the brain when such exhausting thought patterns occur, how to become aware of the triggers, and how to break these negative spirals. Renowned author Nick Trenton provides detailed and proven techniques to help rewire the brain, control thoughts, and change mental habits. He demonstrates how to recognize inner fears, overcome stress attacks, and focus on relaxation. Ultimately, he offers a path to unleash new potential in life.
 

Stop Overthinking (German, Nick Trenton, 2023)
Non-fiction
CHF19.70

Stop Overthinking

German, Nick Trenton, 2023

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