Overview:

If you’re a fan of hip hop, or know 50 from his new show Power, you’ll definitely enjoy this; partially a biography, partially a self-help book.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

Self-help guide, based on 50s life, with the aim of helping you navigate your career. A must-read for anyone seeking to thrive in today’s business world. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, artist, or simply someone looking to elevate your own hustle, this book is sure to inspire your journey toward success.

Rating: (1 to 5)

4.35 based on the writing style, and that it was read by the author. I often felt as if I were chatting with a friend rather than listening to an audiobook.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

Great advice and thought provoking; some of the ideas mentioned, such as controlling your financial freedom, and giving back are great to keep in mind as you build your own success.

Link to Book: https://a.co/d/j76mJHs

Overview:

American pro football, and baseball fans know Bo, those of us who grew up in the late 80s know Bo, Nike sneaker heads know Bo; but who is he really? Jeff Pearlman knows, and after reading his book you will too.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

The book covers the life and myths of the great athlete. Jeff did a ton of research, interviewing over 700 people from the great athletes life. Interviews cut across a broad range including family members, friends, ex-girlfriends, team mates from both sports, as well as high school and college coaches.

Rating: (1 to 5)

Solid 4.3 based on the authors great story telling ability and comprehensive body of research. As with most of Jeff’s book, this one was very well written.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

Bo truly did some amazing and remarkable things, which build the mythology of the man. One would expect to find that a book like this would analyze those great feats and dissect them to the point where its no longer interesting. That is not the case however with this book.

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Overview:

If you’re an aspiring product manager or an entrepreneur you’ll find value in reading Matt LeMay’s work. Also anyone interested in mastering the art and science of product management in today’s dynamic business environment should check it out.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

A practical and fun how-to guide on the day-to-day role of a Product Manager. Matt gives you the specific responsibilities and actions that new PMs can take to outline, plan, build and monitor a smooth product development process. There are many lessons learned from Matt’s experience that are both insightful and relevant.

Rating: (1 to 5)

Solid 4.5 based on the fun writing style making the book very engaging, as well as the practical content which was relevant and can be applied to work situations.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

Reading this will teach you that Product management is more than just shipping features; it also includes orchestrating the entire lifecycle of a product, from ideation to launch and beyond.

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Overview:

If you’re an NBA fan, or just interested in studying how people overcome adversity, you should definitely check out the latest book by James Benedict, simply titled “LeBron.”

Here Is What The Book Was About:

LeBron’s journey from high school sensation to NBA superstar has inspired many fans around the world. In this meticulously researched and engaging account, Benedict delves deep into the life of one of the most iconic athletes of our time, offering readers an intimate look at LeBron’s triumphs, trials, and the indomitable spirit that defines him. The book doesn’t shy away from LeBron’s controversies or the criticism he has faced, providing readers with a well-rounded perspective on his career and personal life. Benedict navigates the intricacies of LeBron’s relationships, business ventures, and philanthropy, shedding light on the multi-faceted nature of his impact beyond the basketball court.

Rating: (1 to 5)

4.25 based on the well researched engaging story and reputation of Jeff Benedict, who has written biographies of other great athletes, including Tiger Woods.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

You’ll leave this book with a deeper understanding of the man, his motivations, and his consistency of personality. After reading this you may want to check out the movie “Space Jam!”

Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/LeBron-Jeff-Benedict/dp/1982110899

Overview:

If you are in a position at work where you need to analyze data, or make decisions based on data then you will get something from this book. It will be of interest to lawyers, business analysts, or those in finance.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

This book is all about how the mind processes information, as well as the influence that psychology has on analysis. You’ll be surprised by some of the examples shared and be able to relate to your own situation. It can be used by people who do any form of analysis, such as stock traders, business analysts of varying industries. If you are someone who looks at data and needs to analyze it and share your findings with others you will get some insight from reading this book.

Rating: (1 to 5)

3.5 based on its usefulness however the content is not particularly relevant on a day to day basis as it is aimed primarily at helping CIA agents perform better in their work.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

In many cases depending on your daily habits, the audiobook can be finished much quicker than the physical book.

Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Intelligence-Analysis-Richards-Heuer/dp/B0016OST3O

Overview:

If you’re looking for wisdom and a broader view of the world we live in then you should check out “Change your thoughts” by Dr Wayne Dyer.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

As Dr Dyer says, “This is a book that will forever change the way you look at your life, and the result will be that you’ll live in a new world aligned with nature.” There are fundamental rules in the universe, and I believe this book covers many of them and offers practical insight into living a life that is aligned with the natural order of the universe.

Rating: (1 to 5)

Score of 4 based on the valuable and potentially life changing content and simple techniques that you can put into practice to ‘do the tao now.’ Overall great book however some of the ideas are harder to put into practice than others.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

Dr Wayne Dyer has passed away recently; readers should be aware of this if they are looking for more work by this author.

Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Thoughts-Life-ebook/dp/B00DHG22R8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=19CRQARLE3MU3&keywords=change+your+thoughts+change+your+life+wayne+dyer&qid=1698591660&sprefix=change+your+thoughts%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1

Overview:

Do you love a good murder mystery, where you have to try your wits against the author to see if you can figure out who did it? Well if so, then you’ll have a ton of fun with the mysterious affair at Styles by Agatha Christie.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

Hercule Poirot, the great Belgian detective, is a name synonymous with mystery. This is the first book where we meet him, and his good friend Hastings. It is a must read for anyone new to Christie’s work.  

 

Rating: (1 to 5)

This book ranked 4.3 out of 5, based on the timelessness of the story, which focuses on the human factor, and psychology of why people do what they do.  

Other Thoughts on The Book:

You may find this such an entertaining book that you will crave more murder mysteries. If this is the case then consider more of Christie’s works, including those featuring Mrs Marple.

Link to Book:

https://www.amazon.com/Mysterious-Affair-Styles-Hercule-Mysteries/dp/0525565108

Overview:

Welcome comic book fans! If you’ve watched the movies and want to know more about the character, if you’re looking for something different than your typical comic book, you’ve found the right book to read with David Mack’s Road of Bones.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

Anyone who has sampled the other Wolverine books will have some idea of what to expect with this one. Road of bones focuses on Wolverine taking part in a solo adventure, where he needs to pull favors and basically recruit his own team to help overcome a dangerous and nefarious scheme from the bad guys. Other than a brief conversation with Xavier, no X-men characters are in the book.  It takes time to build up but is action packed, detailed, and highly entertaining.

Rating: (1 to 5)

4.5 based on the writing and engaging story. There were multiple stories within this one that ultimately converge. I love the way the story was put together, going into the African mother’s situation and ultimately having a conversation with Wolverine. Beautifully written, engaging, and you can really visualize the story.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

After finishing this title you will find yourself wondering, who is David Mack and what other interesting books has he written?

Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/Wolverine-Road-Bones-David-Mack/dp/1416510699

Overview:

If you’re a hip hop fan, or just a 50 fan, and come across the books written by Robert Greene you should check out the 50^th law.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an artist, or simply someone seeking to overcome personal barriers, this book offers a unique and empowering roadmap to a more fearless and fulfilled life.

Rating: (1 to 5)

Solid 5 based on the potentially life changing content, insights, and advice. Also entertaining as a fan of 50’s music.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

Unconventional guide to personal growth, fearlessness, and mastery. It challenges traditional notions of success and provides a fresh perspective on overcoming obstacles. By integrating historical insights, real-life examples, and motivational advice, Greene and 50 Cent create a compelling narrative that encourages readers to embrace fear and change as catalysts for achieving their goals.

Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/50th-Law-50-Cent/dp/006177460X

Overview:

If you want to get started reading about a powerful hero from the Marvel universe who you haven’t seen already on the big screen, then you should seriously consider Silver Surfer.

Here Is What The Book Was About:

Starts off with the origin story of the Surfer, aka Norin Radd then goes into several short stories featuring him as the main hero against some villains such as Galactus, Mephisto, and the brother of Thanos, Eros.  

Rating: (1 to 5)

Solid 3.6 based on the fun and engaging writing of Stan Lee. This book was very well written.

Other Thoughts on The Book:

I like how this hero is portrayed consistently throughout the short stories. In others you may have read, the hero’s strength depends on the villain he’s against, or the point the writer is trying to make.

Link to Book:

https://www.amazon.com/Audible-The-Ultimate-Silver-Surfer/dp/B09GJ5SFJ5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWYNJOAS9B42&keywords=ultimate+silver+surfer&qid=1688089915&sprefix=ultimate+silver+surfe%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-1