Ella Langley's Favorite Books Will Inspire Your Next Read
Ella Langley's Favorite Books Will Inspire Your Next Read
Raquel LekicSat, August 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM UTC
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Ella Langley, known for hits like “Choosin’ Texas” and “Be Her,” has become an exciting new voice in the country music genre whose popularity only seems to grow. While the last few years have been full of change as her career continues to soar, the 27-year-old still makes time to unwind with a good book, and lucky for us, the songstress has shared her reading list and personal favorites over the years! Here, take a look at some of the books Ella Langley has dove into lately.
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Ella leans on The Bible
The Holy BibleCrossway
Ella Langley has been open about her Christian faith over the last few years, and when times get tough, that faith is what she leans on. With that in mind, her Bible is an integral piece of her day-to-day life, especially while traveling. “I always travel with my Bible because it helps keep me centered when life gets hectic,” Langley revealed to Billboard. “Having quiet moments to reconnect with my faith is something I really lean on while traveling.”
What readers are saying: “Whether you believe the theology behind this book or not, you cannot deny the power and brilliance it contains.”
‘The Correspondents: Six Women Writers on the Front Lines of World War II’ by Judith Mackrell
‘The Correspondents: Six Women Writers on the Front Lines of World War II’ by Judith MackrellDoubleday
During a TikTok live, Langley pulled the curtain back on a handful of books on her reading list, one of them being The Correspondents: Six Women Writers on the Front Lines of World War IIby Judith Mackrell. The Correspondents tells the story of six remarkable female journalists who put their lives and safety on the line in order to report on WWII despite all that stood in their way.
What readers are saying: “Author Judith Mackrell has given readers a well researched look into the heroism and determination needed to persevere as female wartime correspondents in a time when women were often not welcome.”
‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’ by Taylor Jenkins Reid
‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’ by Taylor Jenkins ReidAtria Books
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo was another book Ella listed off on her live, citing “BookTok” as her source of inspiration. This beloved book by Taylor Jenkins Reid tells the story of a glamorous Hollywood icon who hires a reporter to write her autobiography. During the process, she reveals the truth behind her various love affairs and her life lived outside of the spotlight.
What readers are saying: “This is genuinely one of the most remarkable novels I have ever read. It is a favorite of the year, it will be a favorite of all time. I am wholly enchanted by The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and I will never forget how much I adore this book.”
‘The Stranger in the Lifeboat’ by Mitch Albom
‘The Stranger in the Lifeboat’ by Mitch AlbomHarper
In Ella’s live, she revealed that The Stranger in the Lifeboatwas one of her “favorite books I’ve ever read.” When an explosion on a ship leaves a group stranded, they’re discovered by a man who claims to be the Lord. The man claims he can save them, but only if they all believe in him.
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What readers are saying: “This book gave me goosebumps—the good kind. Definitely a must-read. So beautiful.”
‘The Five People You Meet in Heaven’ by Mitch Albom
‘The Five People You Meet in Heaven’ by Mitch AlbomHachette Books
Another book by Mitch Albom on Ella’s reading list, The Five People You Meet in Heaven tells the story of a man who dies while trying to save a little girl from an accident at an amusement park. When he awakens in the afterlife, he’s confronted by five people who illustrate the meaning of his life from childhood to his death.
What readers are saying: “This is a beautiful way to think about your purpose here on earth. We are so intimately connected in ways we often never even discover. The slightest action you take can drastically alter both your and someone else's life.”
‘Magic Hour’ by Kristin Hannah
‘Magic Hour’ by Kristin HannahBallantine Books
Ella listed off Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah as another book on her list, which tells the story of a renowned child psychologist who returns to her hometown after a tragic scandal and begins working with Alice, a young girl who emerged from the woods.
What readers are saying: “The writing was amazing and the characters were very well developed! This story was so beautiful and heartbreaking. I loved every minute of it.”
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