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You need some grounding in foundational topics like Propositional Logic, Proofs, Sets and Functions for higher math. If you've seen some of that in your Discrete Math class, you can jump straight into Abstract Algebra, Rigorous Linear Algebra (if you know some LA) and even Real Analysis. If thats not the case, the most expository and clearly written book on the above topics I have ever seen is Learning to Reason: An Introduction to Logic, Sets, and Relations by Nancy Rodgers.
Some user friendly books on Real Analysis:
Some user friendly books on Linear/Abstract Algebra:
Topology(even high school students can manage the first two titles):
Some transitional books:
Plus many more- just scour your local library and the internet.
Good Luck, Dude/Dudette.
I would suggest Spivak for a rigorous, proof-based treatment of calculus and Sally's Tools of the Trade for an introduction to real analysis, linear algebra, and proofs all at the same time. My school uses both of these books for its introductory classes for math majors and they're very good. Note that Sally can be very terse, so it would be beneficial to find some online lectures and resources to supplement your reading.