A great introduction to investing. Written in a clear and friendly matter, it a useful introduction to the world of finance and investing. It is truly aimed at those who could benefit by investing their savings but feel a bit intimated by financial jargon and the world of investing.

Forty short and easy-to-read chapters cover the basics of finance and investing. Especially important are the early sections discussing her personal journey to investing, things you should do before investing, and common excuses preventing people from trying investing.

If investing sounds like something you might try or at least want to know more about, this book does provide a list of various resources you might find of interest.

Sabath's admission of being a former "wannabe" herself creates credibility and relatability. The focus on overcoming psychological barriers to investing fear, inadequacy, time constraints addresses the real obstacles most people face, not just technical knowledge gaps.

The Table of Contents in the beginning of The Wannabe Investor is the best I've seen. I mean, you'll learn exactly what you'll be reading about from the descriptors. This is a book to be studied. A quick read-through doesn't do it justice. I'm not sure if I know exactly what I'm doing as far as investing goes, but I feel better about it after beginning The Wannabe Investor.

I read The Wannabe Investor in one sitting—it’s that engaging. Ann Marie Sabath breaks down 40 must-know investing facts in a way that feels both friendly and confident. Whether you’re brand new or already investing, this guide offers clear, practical advice that you’ll want to keep coming back to.