Our review of : A Pattern Language: Towns, Buildings, Construction

Mindy Kaling’s hilarious, irreverent look at life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. When Mindy Kaling first moved to Los Angeles from Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 2004 she was a little lost. She started working as an Office production assistant and with time built up a Weekend Update segment on NBC’s Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. [...]

Broken Horses is a memoir by Brandi Carlile. It tells the story of her life, from her childhood in rural Washington state to finding success as a musician in Seattle. The book deals with issues such as addiction, family drama, and Carlile’s orientation as a bisexual woman. For who is this book for ? This [...]

This book tells the story of Nipsey Hussle, a rapper from Los Angeles who was killed in 2019. It traces his life and career, and offers insights into his music and philosophy. For who is this book for ? This book is for people who are interested in rap music, and want to learn more [...]

In “At Home,” Bill Bryson tells the fascinating story of private life over the millennia. Drawing on groundbreaking new research and a scintillating wit, Bryson takes us from ancient Rome to eighteenth-century England to modern-day America, illuminating our homes along the way. From intelligence-gathering Roman baths and Chinese water gardens to firefighting in seventeenth century [...]

If you’re a fan of classic sitcoms, then Love, Lucy is a must-read. Lucille Ball’s hilarious story of her life as a wife and actress will have you laughing out loud. From trying to figure out how to make ends meet on Desilu Studios’ salary budget to starring in one of the most popular shows [...]

Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing is a memoir by Matthew Perry. The book tells the story of his struggles with addiction and depression, as well as his relationships with friends and lovers over the years. It is an honest account of both his highs and lows, offering readers a unique insight into one [...]

In “The 50th Law,” rapper and actor 50 Cent (aka Curtis Jackson) joins forces with Robert Greene, bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power, to write a street-smart guide to living life on your own terms. Drawing on the wisdom they’ve acquired from their own personal experiences – as well as stories from historical [...]

Trevor Noah’s “Born a Crime” is an engrossing, well-written look at the comedian’s upbringing in apartheid South Africa. The stories are often funny, but they also offer insights into the unique challenges faced by mixed race children during that time and place. While some of the material may be familiar to fans of Noah’s standup [...]

The Ride of a Lifetime is the story of Robert Iger, who for 15 years was CEO of the Walt Disney Company. It’s a tale full of insights and lessons learned, offering readers an inside look at one of the most iconic businesses in the world. Along with discussing his own experiences, Iger also provides [...]

Offerman’s first book is a humorous, yet earnest guide to living a fulfilling life. He covers everything from choosing the right spouse and developing an interesting hobby, to more eccentric topics like how to dress like a man and bury your own dead. Paddle Your Own Canoe offers readers plenty of advice on how they [...]

In her memoir “Open Book,” Jessica Simpson tells the story of her life, from growing up in Texas to becoming a pop star and fashion icon. She opens up about everything from her famous ex-boyfriends (Nick Lachey, John Mayer) to giving birth to two children. With humor and honesty, she shares never-before-told stories about her [...]

Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run is a riveting look at the origins of one of America’s most legendary rock ‘n’ roll bands. Chronicling their early days as Bruce and the E Street Band, this book provides an intimate view into the creative process behind some of music’s most iconic songs. With stories and insights from [...]