The Reading Journal

Bill Gates is a voracious reader, and his annual reading list has become somewhat of a tradition among book lovers. Each year, Gates shares a list of books that he has read and recommends to others, covering a wide range of topics from science and technology to history and economics. His reading list is a great resource for anyone looking for book recommendations and provides insight into the mind of one of the world's most influential people.

Sam Altman, entrepreneur and CEO of OpenAI, is known for his passion for reading and continuous learning.

When not occupied with pursuits such as rocket building, tunneling under Los Angeles, or launching cars into space, Elon Musk devotes a significant amount of time to reading.

Lex Fridman's Controversial 2023 Reading List

Learn from the co-founder of Nest and former senior vice president at Apple, Tony Fadell, about his unique approach to building successful products and companies in "Build: An Unorthodox Guide to Making Things Worth Making," featuring a range of perspectives from industry leaders like the co-founder of Airbnb and the CEO of Slack.

Atomic Habits by James Clear offers a simple yet powerful framework for building good habits and breaking bad ones, backed by scientific research and real-life examples.

A wildly entertaining and thought-provoking science fiction novel that will take you on a journey through space and time.

Morgan Housel explores the complex psychological factors that influence our attitudes and behaviors towards money.

Expand your mind, improve your health, and connect with others through the power of reading.

Divergent Mind is a must read for women that struggle with different sensory-processing experiences.

Originally published in Italy in 1928, and unavailable in Britain until 1960, when it was the subject of an infamous obscenity trial, Lady Chatterley’s Lover is now regarded as one of the pivotal novels of the twentieth century.

After two years of regulatory scrutiny, publishing industry rumours, a lengthy legal dispute, and hundreds of millions of dollars in costs, Penguin Random House's acquisition of Simon & Schuster came to an end.

A literary scavenger hunt awaits

Why You Can't Pay Attention--And How to Think Deeply Again

Marc Andreessen is an American entrepreneur, investor, and software engineer. He is the co-author of Mosaic, the first widely used web browser and co-founder of Netscape. He is also the general partner of Silicon Valley venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, co-founded with Ben Horowitz.

What makes a monster? Can humans be monsters? Are monsters simply products of their environments, or are they innately horrible?

His words. His story.

These must-read books take readers on a whirlwind tour of everything from Mexican deserts to Hollywood red carpets to Pakistani cuisine.

Eight works are listed below that demystify human senses and open readers' eyes to fresh perspectives.

Looking for something to buy a reader you know? Here is the best list of products for bookworms that aren't just books.

The best accounts of BookTube and BookTok for readers.

You Got Anything Stronger? is the follow-up to Gabrielle Union’s bestselling 2017 debut essay collection, We’re Going to Need More Wine: Stories that are Funny, Complicated and True.

Fat Girl by Judith Moore is a coming of age story suited for any woman that has struggled with a love and hate relationship with food.

Though I felt sure the words of an esteemed astrophysicist heralded as one of the greatest scientists of our time would go right over my head, I was wrong.

Winners of the Nobel Prize in Literature over the years.

10 Best Colleen Hoover Books of All Time ranked by appearance in major articles.

The Price of Salt, still astonishes the reader with the subtle impact of love at first sight, a love that cannot be forgotten, even when all the laws of society seem stacked against it.

It is obvious that our social climate has changed a great deal in the last twenty-five years, so if we want to properly appreciate both Tom Perrotta novels in their respective times, some reflection on Election is in order. 

The Women Could Fly, a 2022 novel, is timely and sharp-tongued in its not-so-subtle intersectional commentary about gender discrimination, women’s rights, autonomy, and other progressive issues.

Set in 2006, just months before the war between Lebanon and Israel came to a violent end, Ashe and Magdalena beautifully detail their journey from the United States to bring popularity to an amazing city, Beirut.

Lolita, written in 1955, is a book that can cause a myriad of confusing reactions.

Finding Me is Viola Davis's raw, poignant life story, and she packed this book with defining moments until it was brimming with that which eludes most of us: how to unapologetically be yourself. 

In this memoir, Doree Shafrir details her own, unique, and winding path toward a fulfilling life.

Author Sally Rooney transcribes each thought, emotion, and impulse carefully, allowing readers to truly understand and relate to these vulnerable characters’ respective loneliness and closeness.

Few books have startled me with the power of my own emotions. In Five Years is one that certainly accomplished this.

As a slave who bought his freedom, Equiano seemed bent toward achieving success.

If you are looking for the ultimate beach comfort book, look no further.

When was the last time something or someone had your full attention? In today’s world, those moments of pure being are becoming increasingly rare.

In these essays, Mary Laura Philpott writes beautifully of all the things that make us human.

Colleen Hoover’s books have remained on The New York Times Best Seller lists for months, continuing to dominate the world of fiction with their addictive and, at times, horrifying storylines.

I’m Glad My Mom Died is the deeply moving life story of McCurdy’s struggles to endure mistreatment and even abuse throughout her childhood and into adolescence

The recent rise of true crime engagement on social media and streaming services has lent itself to sensationalism and melodrama. Ware’s awareness of these issues bleeds into The It Girl.

Meaningful relationships are hard to come by. Jennie Allen teaches us how to identify crucial facets of deep connection.

Renowned author Andy Weir delivers another well researched literary masterpiece.

Perhaps one of the most jarring and intensely introspective memoirs released in the past five years.

Full of stunning visuals, thrilling adventure, heart-wrenching tragedy, courageous sacrifice, and passionate entanglements.

The foundational texts of Western civilization

Five great books for summer recommended by Bill Gates.

4 Female Voices to Listen To

What are the best ways to read a book? Proven ways to improve your reading habits and remember what you read.

Improve your recollection with these 6 books.

A few great biographies to add to your reading list

A down-to-earth look at life and how to live it.

Couple of my favourite reads for the winter.

Deep dive into the reasons why everyone needs a good nights rest.

A summary and review of Andy Grove's book, High Output Management.

A summary and review of Hamilton Helmer's book, 7 Powers.

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