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How to Take Smart Notes is a concise guide to an effective note-taking technique. The book is written by Sonke Ahrens, who used this approach as a student and academic, and has since taught it to students and professionals around the world. The key premise of How to Take Smart Notes is that notes should [...]

In Save the Cat! Writes a Novel, Jessica Brody provides everything you need to know about crafting a novel, from creating memorable characters and building tension to developing themes and plotting your story. Drawing on her years of experience as an author and teacher, Brody lays out the basics in an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide that [...]

This book is all about helping you change your mindset and develop better habits so that you can overcome Procrastination. It will teach you how to identify the mental models that are holding you back, as well as teaching problem solving techniques to help take control of your time management skills. Finally, it provides guidance [...]

This is a heartwarming story of a young boy, who due to difficult family circumstances, is forced to grow up fast. He takes care of his little sister and finds solace in the Rocky Mountains near their home. The boy has a deep connection with nature, which helps him deal with the challenges of life. [...]

In “The Coddling of the American Mind”, Jonathan Haidt and Greg Lukianoff argue that young people in America are being too coddled, which is leading to a generation of students who lack resilience and coping skills. The book offers practical advice for parents, educators, and employers on how to encourage healthy development in children and [...]

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne is a novel about an 8-year-old boy, Bruno, who is forced to relocate from Berlin to Poland with his family during World War II. Growing increasingly bored and frustrated at their secluded country home, Bruno sneaks away one day into the forbidden territory next door where [...]

In “Difficult Conversations,” Douglas Stone provides readers with a road map for navigating even the most difficult discussions. He offers sensible advice and practical tools for handling challenging conversations with tact, integrity, and poise. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone who wants to learn how to have difficult conversations [...]

In A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, four Russian authors give a master class on writing, reading, and living. From stories of their own lives to thoughts on what makes great literature resonate with readers, these writers provide valuable insights into the creative process. The result is an engaging and informative exploration of [...]

Ned Johnson’s The Self-Driven Child provides parents with the tools they need to give their children more control over their lives. Through scientific research and real-world examples, Johnson shows how giving kids more choice and responsibility can help them learn faster, develop resilience, and thrive. For who is this book for ? This book is [...]

Pre-Suasion is a guide to getting people’s attention and shaping their behavior, whether you’re in a boardroom or on the campaign trail. Robert B. Cialdini draws on psychological principles of influence to show how best to maneuver situations so that your desired outcome is more likely to happen. He discusses the infamous Weapons of Influence [...]

The Personal MBA is a guide to business mastery written by Josh Kaufman. The book lays out the key concepts essential to understanding how business works, and provides simple techniques for applying that knowledge. Kaufman offers readers a step-by-step program for becoming their own CEO, with sections on accounting, finance, marketing, operations management, and more. [...]

In “The Story of Human Language,” John McWhorter takes an engaging look at language from its earliest origins to the modern day. He sheds light on why some languages die out while others continue to thrive, and offers up a fascinating glimpse into the world’s linguistic diversity. Along the way, he challenges commonly held notions [...]