Books and Notes
Reading List
"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one." - George R.R. Martin
Books I've read, summaries I've written, and recommendations across business, personal development, science, fiction, and philosophy.
Book Summaries
I write summaries for books that have shaped my thinking. The notes help me retain useful ideas and make them easier to revisit.
Business and Entrepreneurship
Start with Why Simon Sinek on purpose-led leadership Choose Yourself James Altucher - Taking control of your own success The Obstacle is the Way Ryan Holiday - Turning trials into triumph Positioning Al Ries & Jack Trout - The battle for your mind Mastermind Dinners Jayson Gaignard - Building meaningful relationships
Personal Finance
Personal Development
Atomic Habits James Clear - Tiny changes, remarkable results Think and Grow Rich Napoleon Hill - The philosophy of achievement How to Win Friends and Influence People Dale Carnegie's timeless classic Superhuman by Habit Tynan - Becoming superhuman through habits Superhuman Social Skills Tynan - Mastering social interactions The Art of Possibility Transforming professional and personal life
Science and Philosophy
Psychology and Strategy
Fiction and Literature
Book Library
Books I’m currently reading or have on my shelf:
- Seed to Harvest - Octavia E. Butler’s Patternist series
- No Longer Human - Osamu Dazai’s classic
- At Night All Blood is Black by David Diop - International Booker Prize winner
- The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste - Historical fiction from Ethiopia
Reading List Posts
For broader reading recommendations, browse these curated lists:
- The Best Books - Recommended Reading List (2022) - My most recent comprehensive recommendations
- 21 Books Everyone Should Read at Least Once in Their Lives
- 5 Books Recommendation That Will Make Your Life Better
- 10 Japanese Books You Need to Read
Why I Read
Reading has changed how I think, work, and make decisions. It helps me:
- Expand my perspective - Understanding different viewpoints and cultures
- Build better habits - Implementing proven strategies for success
- Make better decisions - Learning from others’ experiences and mistakes
- Stay curious - Keep learning across different fields
- Improve my thinking - Developing critical thinking and analytical skills
Book Recommendations
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This page is regularly updated as I read new books and write new summaries. Last updated: November 2025