Meet the Masterminds Behind the Most Influential Books with High-Quality Author Summaries

An internationally renowned researcher, Steven G. Rogelberg is a bestselling author specialized in organizational psychology and leadership development.

Acclaimed French economist and author of "The Sharing Economy" and other works examining new business models.

Anne-Marie Slaughter is an American international relations scholar, lawyer, and prominent public policy thinker.

Timothy D. Snyder is an American author, historian, and professor specializing in the history of Central and Eastern Europe.

Sam Quinones is a journalist, author, and narrator whose books focus on stories of the lives of people in Mexico and the US.

Jay Baer is a digital marketing expert and social media specialist who helps organizations maximize their online success.

Carmen Simon is an expert in consumer psychology, an international keynote speaker, and bestselling author.

Author Charles C. Mann is a journalist and science writer exploring complex topics such as environment, technology, and globalization.

Roxane Gay is an acclaimed author and cultural critic known for her bold, witty works of fiction and nonfiction.

Charles Frazier is an American novelist renowned for his Civil War novels, including "Cold Mountain" and "Thirteen Moons".

David Goggins is a US Navy SEAL and endurance athlete, known for defying impossible expectations and inspiring others to do the same.

Questlove is a renowned musician, author, and producer known for his inventive style and deep passion for music.

Acclaimed author and columnist, Anand Giridharadas, is a keen observer of the current state of our global society.

Anthony Bourdain was a world renowned chef, author, and television personality, famous for his exploration of international cuisine.

John Tierney is an award-winning science and technology writer, exploring topics from psychology to the environment.

Roy F. Baumeister is an eminent American social psychologist and author with a master's degree in social psychology.

Al Ramadan is a contemporary writer to watch who brings a unique, humorous and audience-engaging approach to her work.

Kevin Maney is an award-winning journalist and author of several books about technology and business.

Award-winning author Dave Peterson creates emotional and inspiring stories that captivate readers around the world.

Quirky, engaging and refreshingly candid, California-based Christopher Lochhead is an experienced business narrative-builder and idea-generator.

Noam Wasserman is a renowned Harvard Business School professor, helping entrepreneurs create successful companies through his insightful teaching and research.

Ryan Levesque is an inspirational entrepreneur and best-selling author. He offers practical advice to help people achieve their goals.

Terry Hayes is an award-winning, best-selling Australian author of thrillers and international mysteries.

Jeffrey Gitomer is an acclaimed author and speaker, renowned for his expertise in sales, customer loyalty and personal development.