Books Recommended by BTS Members That Every Army Should Read
BTS isn’t just a music phenomenon—they’re cultural icons whose impact extends into literature, philosophy, psychology, and art. Known for their thoughtful lyrics and introspective artistry, BTS members frequently draw inspiration from literature. Over the years, they’ve recommended a variety of books, some of which have directly shaped their albums, music videos, and storytelling. If you want to understand the deeper layers of BTS’s art—or simply enjoy great reads—here are books BTS has recommended or referenced, and how they’ve influenced their work. 1. Demian by Hermann Hesse Recommended by: RM Referenced in: WINGS album This philosophical novel follows a young man’s inner conflict and spiritual awakening. Demian’s themes of duality, personal…
Why the Morisaki Bookshop Novels Were Exactly What I Needed (and Maybe What You Need Too)
I didn’t pick up Days at the Morisaki Bookshop expecting anything special. Honestly, I just wanted something quiet. My mind felt overstimulated, my heart a little worn down. I wasn’t in the mood for a twisty plot or anything that tried too hard. I wanted a story that let me breathe. What I found was more than that. Satoshi Yagisawa’s two novels — Days at the Morisaki Bookshop and its sequel, More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop are now books I find myself quietly recommending to people when they’re going through something. A breakup. Burnout. A big, life-shaped question mark. They’re not loud books. They don’t promise transformation. But they…
Lost Between Worlds: What Kafka on the Shore Taught Me About Being Human
Some books are stories. Others are mirrors. And then there are books like Kafka on the Shore — strange, surreal, and deeply human — that don’t just reflect who you are, but suggest who you might become if you listened more closely to your dreams. Reading Haruki Murakami is never just reading. It’s drifting — into cat-filled alleys, forgotten forests, metaphysical libraries, and quiet hearts. It’s losing your sense of direction and realizing, maybe that’s the point. Here’s what stayed with me — not just as quotes, but as quiet truths I now carry. 1. “Memories warm you up from the inside. But they also tear you apart.” There’s a…
