Each and every journey of an entrepreneur is different, but it does not mean that one cannot learn from others. There are numerous books from which you can learn (and unlearn)

Please note, I personally am not a big fan of Self-help books, so cannot really comment on those but here are a few books which will help you, were you to join the startup bandwagon:

The Psychology of Selling: 10 Keys To Success In Selling by Brian Tracy - in a startup or pretty much everywhere, sales is the MOST important function. If you are not selling you are probably going under soon
Thinking, Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman – In a startup you will take multitude of decisions which will affect your future. Read this excellent book to guide your decision making process.
The $100 Startup: Fire your Boss, Do what you Love and Work Better to Live More, by Chris Gillebeau– For those days when you are feeling low due to lack of funds
The Lean Startup: A Complete Summary for Busy People by Eric Ries – I am including this only as it has equal number of fans and haters
Zero to One: Note on Start Ups, or How to Build the Future by Peter Thiel and Blake Masters – combines entrepreneurism with innovation, which I believe is essential to achieve success.
ZAG: The #1 Strategy of High-Performance Brands by Marty Neumeier – how to differentiate yourself from the crowd by building an everlasting brand.
Business Model Generation by Alexander Osterwalder – visuals are a great way to start on the path you are trying to achieve. This book will lead you on that path.
ReWork: Change the Way You Work Forever by Jason Fried – how to cut out the noise in the background and concentrate on what you do best.
Business Maharajas, by Gita Piramal – For some inspiring Indian business house stories (little dated as this came back in 90s but still inspiring and close to heart)

Bonus: The Crooked Road: A journey of a lifetime

This book is not your usual college romance books but provides a unique insight into the struggles in the life in corporate world and his struggles with entrepreneurship. This will prepare you for your life ahead.

Copied from an Amazon review:

Every college graduate pondering to be an entrepreneur must read this book. Anay Agarwal has brilliantly juxtaposed the various emotions of a young graduate, Sahil, trying to survive and prosper in this world. The story realistically depicts metamorphosis of Sahil from a graduate thrown into corporate world to someone who tries his hand at entrepreneurship. (Does he succeed? I don’t wish to be a spoiler for those who intend to read!).The novel derives its power from its even paced story telling. The characters are simple yet extremely realistic. And yes it is indeed an eye opener for all those who wish to be an entrepreneur!

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