Digital nomadism and coworking go hand in hand: flexible, location-independent work, inspiring communities, and continuous learning define both lifestyles. Coworking spaces are often the basecamps for digital nomads—where work, community, and freedom intersect. This book list is for those who are already coworkers or nomads, or just considering making the leap.
The following books will help you better understand how to consciously build a freer, more mobile life—whether you're already on the road or just planning your first steps toward the digital nomad lifestyle.
Tim Ferriss – The 4-Hour Workweek
ㅤ The 4-Hour Workweek is a classic among digital nomads—and for good reason. Ferriss breaks down the conventional concept of work and shows how to design a life where success isn’t measured by office hours but by control over your time.
He offers practical tools like outsourcing, automation, building passive income, and rethinking time management. If you want more freedom to live and work—and don’t want to "grind until retirement"—this book is a must-read.
Chris Guillebeau – Side Hustle: From Idea to Income in 27 Days
Build a business fast and effectively. If you've ever dreamed of starting your own venture but didn’t know where to begin, this book is for you. Side Hustle is written for people who want to launch a business quickly and easily—without prior experience in business or finance.
Guillebeau walks you through the entire process step by step: from idea generation to making your first sale. It’s a great starting point for those who want to create income from scratch. What makes this book unique is that it not only motivates but provides a concrete, actionable plan to build a business in just 27 days.
Robert C. Litchfield & Rachael A. Woldoff – Digital Nomads: In Search of Freedom, Community, and Meaningful Work in the New Economy
This book isn’t just for nomads—it’s for anyone who wants to understand what drives modern, location-independent workers. Written by a sociologist and an economist, it offers a fresh and credible look at how digital nomads work, live, and think around the globe.
It goes beyond the romanticism of travel and delves into how to balance freedom, belonging, and meaningful work in today’s global digital environment. It also explores the community structures of nomadic life and its broader economic and social implications.
Especially useful for those curious about remote work or who work in or operate coworking spaces. A strong foundation for rethinking your life strategy—or the future of workspaces.
Sebastian Antonio Santabarbara – The Van Life Manual
One of the most visually inspiring forms of digital nomadism is vanlife—living life on four wheels. Santabarbara’s book is for those who dream not only of working freely but of literally being on the move.
It doesn’t just romanticize open roads—it offers practical advice: how to design a livable space in a vehicle, how to work while traveling, and what to watch out for when trading the office for a mobile home. The author interviews seasoned nomads who’ve lived in vans or RVs for years, making this a trustworthy, experience-based guide.
This book is also an invitation to embrace slow living: to work and live more consciously, in harmony with nature. Perfect for coworkers or digital nomads ready to take things to the next (mobile) level.
Sebastian Antonio Santabarbara – The Tent Life Manual
Santabarbara’s other book shows you how to camp safely, what gear to take, how to plan routes by bike, canoe, or foot, and what to know about wild camping—legally, logistically, and mentally.
It’s based on the experiences of 34 seasoned campers and offers insights on:
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- how to do it cost-effectively,
- where to go first,
- what makes an “offline” day in the woods soul-soothing,
- and how time in nature—even brief—can change your perspective.
Part of the Slow Life Guide series, this book promotes a conscious, slower lifestyle—helping you find inner peace that city noise can’t offer. “Nature is much cheaper than therapy,” says the book—and it’s hard to argue with that.
Vigh Bori – How to Leave Everything Behind: From Dreaming to Departure (hun)
ㅤ ㅤ This is not a travel guide—it’s much more. Through her personal story, Vigh Bori explains how she transformed from an “ordinary” employee into a world traveler, overcoming the internal barriers (fear, excuses, uncertainty) that hold many back.
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ㅤThe book is especially valuable for those considering long-term travel or a digital nomad lifestyle. Bori’s honest example proves there’s no “perfect moment”—only decisions and action. Her practical tips (on finances, packing, route planning, working on the road) help ease into this new way of life, while her stories provide fresh perspectives on travel as a life philosophy. Great for beginners, dreamers, and seasoned nomads alike—especially if you’re seeking a reminder of why you started.
Árpád Harkányi & Zita Zárug – How to Travel the World on 10 Euros a Day (hun)
ㅤㅤ ㅤㅤ ㅤThis book isn’t just about a trip around the world—it’s about a lifestyle. Newlyweds Árpád and Zita traveled for four years, visiting 46 countries in 1,550 days—on just about 10 euros (3,533 HUF) per day per person! Their adventures are stunning: cycling the Pamirs, hiking the Himalayas, hitching rides on sailboats across oceans—while learning to live cheaply, travel smart, and build communities around the world.
More than just inspiring, the book is packed with actionable tips:
- how to travel long-term on a budget,
- how to work or volunteer along the way,
- how to find work in New Zealand or save money by living in a van instead of hostels.
They also honestly share their struggles—illness, homesickness, fatigue—and how to make this lifestyle work as a couple. A blend of motivation and manual, it’s for anyone who wants to travel more consciously and meaningfully.
Rita Harmincz – The Girl in the Yellow Dress: How I Became a World Traveler (and How You Can Too) (hun)
ㅤ ㅤThis is for those who’ve dreamed of taking off—but still haven’t taken the first step. Rita Harmincz tells her story of leaving her comfort zone, giving up everything, and becoming a world traveler. She writes openly about fears, difficulties, inspiring moments, and life lessons from the road.
Especially helpful for:
- those who want to travel on a tight budget, especially in Southeast Asia,
- those unsure how to plan, what to pack, or what to consider before departure,
- solo travelers seeking tips on finding accommodation, transport, and local connections.
The book encourages you through personal stories and doubles as a practical guide. If you feel the desire but something’s holding you back—this book could be the push you’ve been waiting for.
Dániel Belényi – A Modern Nomad’s Guidebook (hun)
From Vienna to Kabul—this is a true guide for those who don’t want to be tourists.
What do you need to start? A backpack, some courage… and a book that tells you honestly what to expect out there. A Modern Nomad’s Guidebook doesn’t just inspire—it’s brutally practical: how to travel low-cost, communicate without knowing the language, and handle fear when heading to places like Pakistan, Kosovo, or Sudan. ㅤ ㅤ
The author doesn’t theorize—he’s been traveling for over 20 years: first as a backpacker, then as a journalist, now as an international development expert. He’s hitchhiked through the Balkans, lived in the Middle East, and visited the world’s least tourist-friendly zones. His stories aren’t heroic but personal, friendly, and full of advice.
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The book speaks to three types of travelers:
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Beginners who’ve never planned a long trip alone.
Intermediates looking for off-the-beaten-path adventures.
Pros who want real stories to accompany their own.
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András Földvári – I Went Off Into the World! (hun)
80 Incredible Stories from a World Traveler Who's Actually Been Everywhere
Many people dream of traveling the world – but András Földvári didn’t just dream about it, he did it. And not just casually: he’s been to nearly every corner of the world, to every country, passed through hundreds of airports, and collected adventures that are unbelievable on their own, and truly extraordinary when combined.
ㅤ Elmentem világgá! isn’t a travel guide or a classic autobiography – it’s more of a colorful, personal world adventure, condensed into 80 individual, exciting, and often humorous stories. In this book, you’ll discover:
- How he extracted water in a Mexican jungle,
- What it was like to build a school in Congo,
- The thrilling “shouting contest” that takes place at the Wagah border in India,
- The surreal experience of swimming on a Greenland beach or staring into the Devil’s Mouth in Turkmenistan,
- And even: what happens when someone crosses into the same year twice (spoiler: it’s not sci-fi, just a matter of catching the right flight).
What makes this book truly stand out is Földvári’s unique perspective and unmistakable sense of humor. Even in the most absurd or uncomfortable situations, he never loses his self-irony — and that tone carries the reader effortlessly through every story.
This book isn’t just for globetrotters or aspiring travelers – it’s for anyone who loves vibrant, well-told, true stories that feel like mini-adventures of their own.
Rolf Potts – Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel
Rolf Potts’Vagabondingis more than a travel guide – it’s a manifesto for those who want to break away not only physically, but mentally from the routines of everyday life.
"Vagabonding" describes a mindful, minimalist approach to long-term travel. It’s not about ticking off destinations – it’s about slowing down, going deep, and redefining what “life” and “work” really mean. Potts argues that seeing the world isn’t a luxury, but a matter of choice and mindset. His book helps dismantle the myths that only the wealthy or the thrill-seekers can travel the world.
What will you get out of it?
- A fresh perspective on why you don’t need to follow society’s script
- Practical tips for designing a life that makes space for extended travel – months or even years at a time
- A shift in mindset: from consuming to experiencing, from staying put to moving freely, from owning things to collecting moments
This isn’t a book for everyone – but if you’ve ever craved a simpler, freer life, Vagabonding will not only validate that feeling but show you how to make it real. It’s a kind of inner journey, too – one that might just change the way you see the world, and yourself.
Whether you’re working from a beachside coworking space, living out of a backpack for months, or just starting to explore the idea of a location-independent life – these books offer inspiration, wisdom, and the courage to go for it.
Life without a fixed address isn’t always easy – but it’s often richer, more colorful, and deeply rewarding. So set off, read along the way, and build a life you don’t need a vacation from.
