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Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking

Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking

A must-read for introverts, this book explores the power of introversion in a world which often prizes extroversion.
A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life

A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life

A motivational book about unlocking your curiosity to create a life of adventure and meaningful discovery.
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

A renowned autobiography of one of America's Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin, detailing his life and accomplishments.
Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box

Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box

"Leadership and Self-Deception" helps readers recognize and break free from toxic thinking to be better leaders.
From Third World to First: Singapore and the Asian Economic Boom

From Third World to First: Singapore and the Asian Economic Boom

Examination of Singapore's growth from developing nation to leading Asian economy, authored by its first prime minister, Lee Kuan Yew.
Invisible Man

Invisible Man

An exploration of identity, both inner and societal, in a deeply insightful literary classic.
The Grapes of Wrath

The Grapes of Wrath

Depicts the struggles of a poor family during the Great Depression in their quest for a better future.
Beloved

Beloved

Beloved is the powerful story of one woman's struggle to keep her past buried and free herself from the pain it brings.
The stories of Flannery O'Connor

The stories of Flannery O'Connor

A collection of powerful and darkly humorous short stories from acclaimed American author Flannery O'Connor.
Emma

Emma

A classic romantic comedy that follows the adventures of an endearingly misguided young woman who manipulates her social circle.
The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right

The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right

This book is about using effective checklists to improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety in any professional field.
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

"Grit" is an inspiring book on cultivating passion and resilience in pursuit of long-term goals.
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry into Values

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry into Values

Exploration of quality of life and pursuit of happiness through the maintenance of a motorcycle.
MONEY Master the Game: 7 Simple Steps to Financial Freedom

MONEY Master the Game: 7 Simple Steps to Financial Freedom

This book provides practical steps to financial freedom and security, written by well-known life coach Tony Robbins.
Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries

Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries

Loonshots is an inspiring look at how we can use innovation to achieve success, both in business and in life.
Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup

Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup

This nonfiction tells the story of Silicon Valley startup Theranos and its fraudulent practices.
More from Less: The Surprising Story of How We Learned to Prosper Using Fewer Resources—and What Happens Next

More from Less: The Surprising Story of How We Learned to Prosper Using Fewer Resources—and What Happens Next

This book reveals the secrets behind how humans have successfully reduced resources while still prospering economically, and what happens next.
Trust Me, I’m Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator

Trust Me, I’m Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator

This book details the dark art of media manipulation and reveals secrets of the media hype machine.
The Stranger

The Stranger

An examination of life's absurdity through the story of a disaffected Algerian sentenced for murder.
The Sympathizer

The Sympathizer

"The Sympathizer" is a thrilling tale of an unnamed double agent in Vietnam's war-torn Saigon, struggling with divided loyalties.
Purple Cow

Purple Cow

"Purple Cow" is a thought-provoking, inspiring book about marketing and innovation by Seth Godin.
The Fountainhead

The Fountainhead

A classic work of 20th century literature about a brilliant architect and his fight for creative independence.
Losing My Virginity: How I Survived, Had Fun, and Made a Fortune Doing Business My Way

Losing My Virginity: How I Survived, Had Fun, and Made a Fortune Doing Business My Way

This book chronicles Sir Richard Branson's business journey, detailing how he achieved lasting success and founded the Virgin empire.
The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles

The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles

An inspiring book on using creative genius to overcome fear and inertia to discover success.
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