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My Top Reads of 2023 (So Far)
I usually read around 50 books a year, give or take. I like to think this sum total breaks down to a diverse literary array: assigned classics for my college courses, page-turning thrillers, chart-topping bestsellers, nonfiction hyperfixation reads, etc.
By Erin Latham Shea2 years ago in BookClub
Billionaires and Millionaires' most beneficial read
"I encourage people to read a lot. Basically try to ingest as much information as you can. Try to develop good general knowledge," Elon Musk says. The only way we can build knowledge is through reading books. You should as much as you can whether you agree with the concept or not, you become more educated. Remember Aristotle's nuggets of wisdom: "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it."
By Elevate Writer2 years ago in BookClub
Story lines
In a land of magic and dragons, a war was about to start. The king and queen of the kingdom had just had their sixth child, and they were happy. They named the boy Arthur, after the great king who had fought in the great war to protect their land.
By Rachael iriabho 2 years ago in BookClub
That First Addictive Story
When I was young I never found reading for fun to be a thing I could get into. I didn't come from one of those households that encouraged us to sit around reading about far away lands, fantastic journeys, or space and the final frontier. It was a different time, and back then parents wanted their kids out of the house as much as possible. Of course, back then it was safe to send the kids out on their own at age 10 and you knew they'd return when they were hungry or it got dark outside.
By Jason Ray Morton 2 years ago in BookClub
Mindset: the New Psychology for Success
The ground-breaking book "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" by Carol S. Dweck addresses the idea of mindset and how it may have a big impact on our accomplishments and personal development. According to Dweck's research, success is largely determined by our mindset, or our views about our potential and abilities. This idea is in contrast to the conventional wisdom that intelligence and ability are fixed attributes.
By umaima faruqii2 years ago in BookClub
Counseling Skills and Curriculum Development
Counseling Skills Traci Postings 2022 ISBN: 978-1-5297-3377-8 (pbk) Sage Publications 266 pages 'Counseling Skills' a textbook written by Traci Postings for the counseling or even social work student that shows and explains how and what it means to be a counselor. This is a book that covers that a counselor must show empathy and be empathic, genuine, and have an unconditional positive regard for self and others. The skills that are explained throughout the textbook range from listening to showing empathy to being self-aware in most situations that maybe presented to a counselor. It is also a book that explains about boundaries and confidentiality.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in BookClub
Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak
Today I am going to write a comprehensive review about the wrting of Turkish author named Elif Shafak. She is the author of the 2009 publication forty rules of love. The basted of Istanbul, The architect's Apprentice, and the forty rules of love are just a few of her masterpieces. Ella, Rumi, Shams of Tabraiz, Kimiya (Rumi's adoptive daughter and student), Kierra (Rumi's wife who converted to Islam and was the Rumi's second wife), Sultan Walad and Aladin (Rumi's sons), Desert Rose, Suleiman, Baybras, and A aziz are the 10 characters in the novel. Zahra. Every chapter is told from the perspective of the characters.
By Mariam Jabeen2 years ago in BookClub
What do you think of the book "In Sheep's clothing"?
Dr. George K. Simon's book "In Sheep's Clothing: Understanding and Dealing with Manipulative People" is a groundbreaking exploration into the realm of manipulative behavior and the tactics used by individuals who disguise their true intentions beneath a facade of innocence. Published in 1996, the book has garnered significant attention for shedding light on a crucial aspect of human interaction that often goes unnoticed. Through a comprehensive analysis of manipulative behavior, Simon provides readers with invaluable insights and practical strategies for recognizing and confronting manipulators in various aspects of life.
By Word Weaver 2 years ago in BookClub
Glimpses of Grandeur and Illusion: Exploring "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" stands as a testament to the Roaring Twenties and the glittering allure of the American Dream. Published in 1925, this iconic novel has resonated with readers across generations, capturing the essence of an era while offering a profound commentary on human ambition, wealth, and the fragile nature of illusions.
By Word Weaver 2 years ago in BookClub
Shadows of Deceit: Unraveling the Canvas of Crime
Part 1: The Gallery Heist Rain pelted against the city's pavement, a relentless downpour that seemed to wash the urban landscape clean of its sins. Detective Alex Reynolds stood beneath the awning of a coffee shop across the street from the Cordova Art Gallery. The neon glow of the city was subdued in the evening's mist, casting an eerie ambiance over the scene. His trench coat flapped lightly in the wind, and his eyes, sharp as flint, were fixed on the gallery's entrance.
By Word Weaver 2 years ago in BookClub
