Self-made millionaires, CEOs, and early retirees share 12 money books that have helped them build wealth

• Insider has spoken with dozens of highly successful individuals and rounded up their top books.
• “Rich Dad Poor Dad” is a favorite among real estate investors and early retirees.
• Super savers drew inspiration from “Set for Life” and “I Will Teach You to Be Rich.”

Books can be a helpful tool if you’re looking to build more wealth, save more money, or simply need a bit of inspiration. 

Insider has spoken to dozens of successful people, from CEOs of large companies to individuals who paid off large amounts of debt before achieving financial independence, and asked them to share the books that have helped get them to where they are today. 

Here are 12 of their favorites.

1. “The Simple Path to Wealth” by J.L. Collins