Are you looking for an inspiring book to read? Here's one:
Many years ago, I met Ami Hendrickson on the interwebs. I read her blog which eventually became (through many hurdles and revisions) a novel.
The story centers around a young person reading the diaries written decades before by her Grandma. The rest is what I'm inviting you to read.
I thought I'd write a review of this novel, "Dear Alderone", but quickly became clear that all I want to do is recommend it. If you're looking for a book to read, here's one I recommend.
If you need more inspiration, this novel inspired me to improvise an album of piano pieces based on the characters and trajectory of the story. (This page links to the full playlist.)