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

Michael Hayman is an Entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker who inspires individuals to reach their highest potential.

Nick Giles is an acclaimed author of several YA fantasy novels, many of which feature daring heroines on exciting adventures.

Simon Jenkins is a British journalist and author who writes on current affairs, history and the arts.

Dani Shapiro is a New York Times bestselling author of memoir, fiction and spiritual writing.

Kati Morton is an Australian psychotherapist and author, tackling mental health issues with her accessible, humorous approach.

Tressie McMillan Cottom is a renowned author, sociologist and public speaker who examines race, gender, and economics.

Ha-Joon Chang is an acclaimed economist, Cambridge University professor and author of several books on economic policy.

Expert researcher and commentator on public attitudes, Bobby Duffy provides clear and insightful writing.

Matt Haig is a bestselling author of fiction, non-fiction and children's books, exploring themes of identity, love and courage.

Bestselling author James Frey, who excels at explosive, emotive fiction and memoirs.

Acclaimed psychoanalyst and writer, Stephen Grosz, aptly captures human experience in literary form.

William Stixrud is an experienced clinical psychologist who specializes in helping adolescents and adults work through stress and trauma.

Ned Johnson is a New York Times best-selling author of children's and YA books, known for his unique style and captivating stories.

Internationally acclaimed author of classics such as Refactoring and UML Distilled. Pioneer in popularizing agile software development.

Epictetus was an ancient Greek philosopher; his teachings emphasized living a life of virtue, freedom and contentment.

Andrew Chaikin is an award-winning author and space exploration historian known for his captivating exploration books.

Michael J. Casey is an award winning journalist, author, and cryptocurrency expert, focusing on global economic issues and the power of technology.

Paul Vigna is an award-winning journalist, author and cryptocurrency expert who offers insights into the rapidly changing world of finance and technology.

Expert cybersecurity author and technologist, Bruce Schneier is renowned for his experience in privacy, cryptography and network security.

Famed physicists and popular science author Michio Kaku explores complex concepts in simple terms for readers of all types.

Alice A. Bailey was a prolific writer and spiritual leader, known for her work in the fields of occultism and esoteric philosophy.

Robert D. Putnam is a celebrated political scientist and author, renowned for his works about civic engagement.

Thomas Nichols is an acclaimed novelist and short story writer with a penchant for exploring moral dilemmas.

Brent Curtis is a best-selling author, with novels about adventure, family, and hope for the future.