A successful influencer can bring their expertise to a wide variety of consumers with whom they engage – and there are many options for becoming one.

The choices are endless and depend on personal preference, as well as our current age and digital literacy.

This article will discuss the best books about becoming an influencer and our reactions to them.

Let's start with an interesting aspect of social media that many people don't realize: the power it has to change our perception of others, even to a point where we start to believe their stories. In this book, Amy O'Neill presents how social media is changing human relationships forever, and how we can use it to our advantage.

It can certainly help us create new relationships, and how to use it to connect to and build new bonds, however, it can also lead us into dangerous and unethical territory. Whether you believe in social media or not, you will enjoy reading this book, it's a very interesting insight into the world of influencer marketing, and how you can use it in your business.

Here are some great books to guide you into becoming an influencer in social media.

Be Still by Tina West

Tina West gives a personal look at what it was like for her to grow up as the daughter of a social media personality. Despite all the negative reviews, which she believes is largely due to her mother being in the public eye, she puts a very interesting and easy to read spin on how her life was affected by what she saw her mother put out there.

Tina, the author, does not seem to have a good relationship with her mother, but her story has a definite feel-good factor about it, and the ability to relate to a mother being called "crazy" by trolls. While this might not be everyone's cup of tea, the power of storytelling is what the book is based around, and she was able to write an intriguing story and make us see how she survived being the daughter of an internet personality and making a name for herself in the world of influencers.

Small Acts, Big Change by Hannah Alper

In this book, Hannah Alper and Mathew Miller reveal the things you should consider when dealing with potential influencers, and how to overcome the social media stigma. From explaining the difference between having an online profile or creating an actual brand, to using social media to your advantage and how to tell your story effectively, this book is packed with advice.

It's well worth a read if you have an interest in social media, and perhaps you will come away with some ideas for your business, or if you just want to gain a better understanding of what it's all about.

The New Boss's Guide to Influence by Jeff Goins

This book is an excellent primer on building your authority and influence. In the hands of an experienced speaker or writer, there is no shortage of content that serves as a blueprint for business success.

Unfortunately, most of us aren't talented speakers, writers, or even journalists. If you can't write an email or a blog post to meet those goals, then this book is your best bet.

I also love that the book draws upon a range of practical advice and powerful stories. It shows how people who are on a similar career trajectory to you can use their experiences to get in front of your prospective audience.

The Bottom Line on Influence by Dustin Cano

This is a great book for ambitious, driven individuals who want to add more impact to their business. Dustin Cano draws on his experience with turning 25,000 YouTube subscribers into an online media empire.

It's an interesting read about the power of the medium and whether or not you can grow your reach and influence without getting paid. There's even a section on building a winning relationship with influencers.

Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely

If you want to take a deep dive into behavioral economics, this book is a must-read. Dan Ariely's case studies show the unexpected ways that humans make decisions, and how those choices affect us.

For example, did you know that the smallest income cut we make can affect our desire to pay more to save more? You can also take a quick class in the principles of rational decision making from Ariely.

When Doves Cry by Nathan Shedroff

This book aims to help you to work less hard and achieve more. It proposes that we can create better, more meaningful work by focusing on insights from neuroscience and behavioral economics.

This is a really thought-provoking read, and shedroff does a great job of analyzing our thoughts and behavior. For me, this was one of the books that I bought a few months ago, but didn't get around to reading until I was in the midst of editing a project that was overflowing with details and unrelated tasks.

It helped me better understand why certain tasks got done and others didn't, and why some tasks can actually inhibit creativity.

Influence (for entrepreneurs) by Ryan Holiday

This book was an easy read that sheds light on the inner workings of the world's most successful, famous and powerful people. Holiday makes it clear how mastering communication and crafting a narrative can be the basis of your business success.

There's also a healthy dose of humor and entertaining stories to make the read enjoyable.

Hopefully, these books will give you all the information you need to become a successful influencer.