# Self Help Classics . — personal growth & success

> Digital library of classic self-help books for personal growth and success. (iPhone/iPad app by TEDRA SOFT SRL.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-help-classics/id301201602 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TEDRA SOFT SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/952227558)
- Category: Books, Lifestyle
- Price: $4.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 157 App Store ratings · 450 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.1 · 52 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-01-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-help-classics/id301201602/reviews.md

## What is Self Help Classics .?

Always at hand on the go: 60 life changing masterpieces from Napoleon Hill, Dale Carnegie, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Florence Shinn and more.  
* Featured by Apple and tens of personal development blogs * 

Develop and grow with the wisdom of the best self-help authors & self-made billionaires. Receive 30+ of the best self help books when you download the app; use the Premium Bundles to expand your collection up to 60 titles of wisdom.

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• Kristen Butler,  PowerofPositivity.com - "I was so excited when I found this app – if you are passionate about learning and growing, you will too"
• AppPicker.com - "There are 60 titles available, all of which offer inspiration, ways to change and improve your life, and the kind of motivation you need to take charge of your own life"
• Michelle McCullough (www.speakmichelle.com) - "If you have a smart phone, you need - and I mean NEED - the app Self-Help Classics"

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Hand picked best-selling authors to help your mind and spirit:  Dale Carnegie, Napoleon Hill, Seneca, James Allen, Benjamin Franklin, Andrew Carnegie, Florence Shinn, Wallace Wattles, Henry Ford, Albert Einstein... and more.

Several of the included masterpieces: 

"The Art of Public Speaking" - Dale Carnegie
"Think and Grow Rich" - Napoleon Hill - the most popular motivational book of all-times
"The Master Key System" - Charles F. Haanel
"The Art of Money Getting aka Golden Rules for Making Money" - P. T. Barnum
"Acres of Diamonds" by Russell H. Conwell - the most popular motivational speech in history
"The Science of Getting Rich" - Wallace Wattles
"Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie" - Andrew Carnegie
"Letters from a Stoic" - Seneca
"Self-Reliance" - Ralph Waldo Emerson
"As a Man Thinketh" - James Allen
"Dynamic Thought" - Henry Thomas Hamblin
"Art of War" - Sun-Tzu
"As a Man Thinketh" - James Allen
"Self-Reliance" - Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Self Help" - Samuel Smiles
"The Game of Life and How to Play it" - Florence S. Shinn


Read full table of contents :   www.cognitivebits.com/selfhelp/contents.html

## Key features

- 60+ life-changing masterpieces
- Wisdom from top self-help authors
- Personal growth and success content
- Expandable collection with premium bundles
- Hand-picked best-selling authors
- Includes motivational classics

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $4.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack 1: Inspiration & Success | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack 2: Business | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack 3: Stoicism | $1.99 | one-time |
| Voice Option | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack 4: Great Men | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack 5: Inspiration | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mini Pack 6 | $1.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #97 in Top Paid · Book (US App Store)

## What do users think of Self Help Classics .?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Convenient access to classic self-help books
- 📚 Excellent collection of timeless wisdom
- 💻 Easy to use app interface
- 🔍 Helpful search functionality
- 🎧 Useful audio narration feature
- 💰 Great value for money

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes or freezes
- 📖 Difficulty maintaining reading progress across sessions
- 🔤 Small font size and limited customization options
- 🔖 Unreliable bookmarking functionality
- 🗺️ Unintuitive navigation between books

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Bookmarks not saving properly after updates
- Inability to reinstall app without repurchasing
- Inconsistent performance on older devices

**Most requested features**

- Ability to take notes and highlight text
- Option to adjust reading speed for audio narration
- Improved organization and categorization of books
- Syncing of reading progress across devices
- Integration with other ebook platforms

## Recent user reviews (10 of 450)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-help-classics/id301201602/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A Must Have App For Everyone

*2025-08-15, version 6.6*

I have had this app from the beginning with my first (the first) iPhone. These classics are always a mainstay in my book arsenal. I enjoy reading these books on this app more so than on other book apps.
This app is phenomenal. I hope it never goes away. I would be quite unhappy. 
Thank you for making these books, some I never would have been aware of otherwise, available.

### 5/5 — Good

*2025-03-27, version 6.6*

I bought this when its price was 60 INR. 
 FIRST BOOK IS HOT. M STILL REPEATING N REPEATING. MY WAY OF DOING THINGS ALTHOUGH WRONG.

### 5/5 — A Must Have App For Everyone

*2024-12-15*

I have had this app from the beginning with my first (the first) iPhone. These classics are always a mainstay in my book arsenal. I enjoy reading these books on this app more so than on other book apps.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2024-11-04, version 6.6*

Timeless information that helps.

### 4/5 — There’s a bug. Please fix it!

*2023-07-20, version 6.6*

Hello! Since your website is unavailable, I’ll try to communicate with you here.
There’s a bug in the app: when I select a word to translate it the pop is is working fine, but after I close the pop up, the app is frozen. Only restart solves the problem. 
Really hope you can fix this bug soon.
Thank you!

### 5/5 — Love this app

*2022-11-04, version 6.6*

Take the time to look at this app. It is the best Self Help apps I have used. These classics are the originals which many are now making income from due to these books. Easy to use and really can change your life.

### 3/5 — Can you please add a speed button for the voice

*2022-03-23, version 6.6*

I love the books however I would give 5 stars if you can include a control feature for the speed of the voice. Anything over 2.0 would be a 5 star rating

### 5/5 — Got What I Paid For -- Fixed

*2021-04-28, version 6.6*

I had paid for books but they were still locked--this must have been a temporary glitch as I can now access them.

This selection of books is amazing!

### 5/5 — The Best APP of all times !!!

*2021-01-08, version 6.6*

For me, this is the greatest App ever created. Timeless !

This is still the no. 1 APP to date.

### 5/5 — Superb piece of work

*2020-09-29, version 6.6*

Great app

## Frequently asked questions about Self Help Classics .

### What is Self Help Classics?

Self Help Classics is an app that provides access to over 60 life-changing masterpieces from renowned self-help authors. It aims to help users develop and grow with the wisdom of the best self-help authors and self-made billionaires.

### What kind of content is available?

The app features a collection of best-selling self-help books by authors such as Napoleon Hill, Dale Carnegie, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Florence Shinn. Content covers topics like personal growth, success, motivation, and wealth.

### How much does the app cost?

The app is free to download and includes over 30 of the best self-help books. Users can expand their collection up to 60 titles by purchasing Premium Bundles.

### What are some of the classic books included?

Included masterpieces range from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich' and Dale Carnegie's 'The Art of Public Speaking' to Seneca's 'Letters from a Stoic' and Ralph Waldo Emerson's 'Self-Reliance'.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for individuals who are passionate about learning and growing, and who want to improve their lives and take charge of their own success through the wisdom of classic self-help literature.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.6 — 2018-05-07

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Updated UI for iPhone X and iOS 11

### 6.5 — 2017-02-27

Voice reading option is now FREE for everyone.
Multiple bug fixes and improvements.
Slimmed-down app for improved performance.

### 6.4 — 2017-02-02

Various bug fixes and improvements.
Minor changes to the app's interface.

### 6.3.1 — 2015-06-07

Version 6.3:
- Stability and usability improvements. 
- iOS 8 compatibility and native looks on all iOS devices, including iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
Icon changed, UI tweaks and adjustments for less clutter and a friendlier app.

### 6.3 — 2015-05-20

This update brings iOS 8 compatibility and native looks on all iOS devices including iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
Reading Self Help Classics is now even better on your large screen phones. 
Icon changed, UI tweaks and adjustments for less clutter and a friendlier app.

PS. If you enjoy this app, please give it a review on iTunes - it will help a lot.

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