Reading Lists from the World's Greatest Minds

Discover what leaders, founders & athletes actually read — with their exact words on why.

786 Reading Lists 15972 Books Tracked

Eric Schmidt

Former Google CEO & Executive Chairman

Tech executive who led Google's transformation into a global powerhouse. Known for scaling technology companies and advising startups on growth strategy.

CEOs

12 books

Eric Weinstein

Mathematician, Physicist, and Intellectual

Eric Weinstein is a managing director at Thiel Capital known for advancing geometric unity theory and critiquing mainstream physics.

Podcasters & Media

84 books

Ernest Hemingway

American Novelist and Short Story Writer

Ernest Hemingway was an influential 20th-century author known for his sparse, direct prose style and explorations of human struggle.

Authors & Thinkers

31 books

Esther Dyson

Tech Investor and Cyberspace Pioneer

Early internet advocate and investor who shaped digital culture. Her book picks reflect deep interests in consciousness, economics, and human behavior.

Investors & Finance

3 books

Esther Perel

Psychotherapist & Relationship Expert

Belgian-born therapist known for exploring modern relationships, desire, and infidelity through a cross-cultural lens.

Authors & Thinkers

22 books

Ev Williams

Co-founder of Medium and Blogger

Early internet pioneer who founded Blogger and Medium. Recommends 124 books spanning self-improvement, business strategy, and systems thinking.

CEOs

124 books

Evan Goldberg

Screenwriter and Producer

Screenwriter and producer known for satirical comedy and unconventional storytelling across film and television.

Actors

6 books

Evan Spiegel

Snapchat Co-founder and CEO

Evan Spiegel is the co-founder and CEO of Snap Inc., the company behind the popular messaging app Snapchat. He has shaped mobile communication and social media since the platform's launch in 2011.

CEOs

4 books

Ezra Klein

Political Journalist and Podcast Host

Ezra Klein is a political commentator and founder of Vox. He hosts a popular interview podcast exploring ideas in politics, culture, and science.

Journalists

39 books

Fareed Zakaria

Journalist, Author & CNN Host

Fareed Zakaria is a bestselling author and host of CNN's Fareed Zakaria GPS, known for analyzing global politics and economics with intellectual rigor.

Journalists

26 books

Fedor Holz

Professional Poker Player

German high-stakes poker champion known for tournament success and strategic gameplay. Recommends literature on meaning and human resilience.

Athletes & Coaches

1 books

Felicia Day

Actress, Writer, Producer

Creator of The Guild web series and author. Known for championing geek culture and STEM education through entertainment and storytelling.

Actors

7 books

Feng Zhu

Science Fiction & Speculative Fiction Curator

Feng Zhu recommends immersive speculative worlds that blend philosophical depth with imaginative worldbuilding, from post-apocalyptic survival to sprawling space opera.

Professors & Academics

6 books

Frank Blake

Former Home Depot CEO

Frank Blake led Home Depot through the 2008 financial crisis and beyond, growing the company into a retail powerhouse while building a culture of innovation.

CEOs

6 books

Fred Wilson

Venture Capitalist & Co-Founder of AVC

Fred Wilson is a prominent venture capitalist known for early investments in Twitter, Tumblr, and Foursquare. His blog AVC reaches thousands of entrepreneurs and investors daily.

Founders

25 books

Gabby Reece

Professional Volleyball Player & Fitness Entrepreneur

Olympic volleyball player and fitness advocate who champions personal empowerment through sports and wellness. She shares books about individualism and purposeful living.

Athletes & Coaches

2 books

Garry Kasparov

Chess Grandmaster & Political Analyst

Former world chess champion turned geopolitical commentator. Analyzes power, history, and strategy through books on politics and international affairs.

Athletes & Coaches

10 books

Garry Tan

Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist

Garry Tan is president of Y Combinator and an early-stage investor who has backed hundreds of startups. He curates book recommendations focused on philosophy, finance, and human nature.

Founders

14 books

Gary Keller

Real Estate Entrepreneur and Business Author

Founder of Keller Williams Realty, one of the largest real estate companies in the world. Known for building a transformative business model.

CEOs

9 books

Gary Vaynerchuk

Entrepreneur, Investor & Digital Marketing Pioneer

Serial entrepreneur and investor known for building VaynerMedia into a major advertising agency. Gary Vee is recognized for early adoption of social media marketing and his prolific content creation across platforms.

Founders

8 books

Geoff Ralston

President of Y Combinator

Geoff Ralston leads Y Combinator, the influential startup accelerator. He's focused on supporting entrepreneurs building the next generation of companies.

Founders

1 books

Geoff Ramsey

Podcaster, Entertainer, and Content Creator

Geoff Ramsey is a podcaster and entertainer known for his work in digital media and entertainment content creation.

Actors

2 books

George Bush

43rd President of the United States

George W. Bush served as the 43rd U.S. President from 2001 to 2009, overseeing responses to 9/11 and military interventions in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Politicians & Leaders

1 books

George R R Martin

Fantasy Author & Television Producer

George R. R. Martin is best known for A Song of Ice and Fire, the epic fantasy series adapted into the HBO phenomenon Game of Thrones.

Authors & Thinkers

13 books

George Raveling

Hall of Fame Basketball Coach

Legendary coach who built Iowa State basketball into a national powerhouse and mentored NBA players.

Coaches

17 books

Glen Weldon

NPR Books Critic and Pop Culture Writer

Glen Weldon is an NPR books critic and pop culture journalist known for his sharp analysis of comics, superheroes, and contemporary culture.

Journalists

2 books

Glenn Beck

Media Personality and Political Commentator

Conservative broadcaster and author known for his multimedia platforms and political commentary spanning radio, television, and digital media.

Journalists

13 books

Gloria Steinem

Feminist Activist and Writer

Gloria Steinem is a pioneering feminist icon whose advocacy transformed women's rights globally. Her work continues inspiring conversations about equality and social change.

Authors & Thinkers

3 books