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Shah Rukh Khan

Bollywood Actor and Film Producer

Indian cinema icon known for romantic roles in Hindi films. Has recommended 31 books spanning memoir, psychology, and self-help.

Actors

31 books

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Shane Parrish

Founder of Farnam Street

Shane Parrish is a knowledge curator who helps people think better and make smarter decisions through mental models and learning frameworks.

Authors & Thinkers

52 books

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Sharon Salzberg

Meditation teacher and author

Sharon Salzberg is a renowned Buddhist teacher and author known for bringing mindfulness and compassion practices to Western audiences through accessible writing.

Philosophers & Psychologists

2 books

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Shashi Tharoor

Indian Politician, Diplomat & Author

Shashi Tharoor is an Indian Member of Parliament and former UN diplomat known for his eloquent writing and political commentary on Indian democracy.

Authors & Thinkers

6 books

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Shaun White

Professional Snowboarder & Olympic Champion

Three-time Olympic gold medalist in snowboarding. Known for groundbreaking tricks and dominance in halfpipe and slopestyle competitions.

Athletes & Coaches

3 books

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Shauna Niequist

Author and Food Writer

Shauna Niequist is an author known for her memoir-driven writing exploring faith, relationships, and personal transformation.

Authors & Thinkers

37 books

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Shay Carl

YouTuber and Content Creator

Shay Carl is a pioneering YouTube personality known for vlogs and family content. His reading list emphasizes personal development and spiritual growth.

Founders

7 books

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Sheryl Sandberg

COO of Meta, Business Leader & Author

Former Facebook COO and author known for advocating workplace equality and leadership development. Her book recommendations emphasize innovation, measurement, and intentional career building.

Authors & Thinkers

20 books

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Shonda Rhimes

Screenwriter, Producer & Television Creator

Shonda Rhimes is a television screenwriter and producer known for creating and producing hit shows like Grey's Anatomy and Scandal.

Actors

10 books

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Sid Meier

Legendary Video Game Designer & Developer

Creator of the Civilization series, Sid Meier is a pioneering designer known for games that blend strategy with historical themes and engaging gameplay mechanics.

Founders

1 books

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Simon Mayo

Radio and Television Presenter

British broadcaster known for his work on BBC Radio 4's Today programme and presenting The Maze Runner film series.

Journalists

2 books

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Simon Sinek

Leadership Expert & Bestselling Author

Simon Sinek is an organizational psychologist and author known for exploring why people and organizations succeed through concepts like the Golden Circle.

Authors & Thinkers

15 books

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Soman Chainani

Author of The School for Good and Evil

Soman Chainani is an author known for his fantasy novels that blend fairy tale elements with contemporary storytelling.

Authors & Thinkers

11 books

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Sophia Amoruso

Entrepreneur & Author

Founder of Nasty Gal and bestselling author known for building a fashion empire from eBay and writing about ambition and entrepreneurship.

Authors & Thinkers

7 books

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Sophia Bush

Actress, Director, and Activist

Sophia Bush is an actress and director known for her roles in One Tree Hill and Chicago P.D., alongside her advocacy work on social and environmental issues.

Actors

1 books

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Stanislav Grof

Psychiatrist & Consciousness Research Pioneer

Czech-American psychiatrist who developed Holotropic Breathwork and researched altered states of consciousness and their therapeutic potential.

Professors & Academics

14 books

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Stanley Mcchrystal

Retired Four-Star General, U.S. Army

Former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan. Known for modernizing military special operations and leadership innovation.

Coaches

1 books

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Steph Pilavin

Book Recommender & Literary Curator

Steph Pilavin curates a thoughtful collection of speculative and literary fiction, favoring time-bending narratives and atmospheric storytelling.

Authors & Thinkers

10 books

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Stephen Dubner

Bestselling Author & Freakonomics Co-Creator

Stephen Dubner is a journalist and author best known for co-writing Freakonomics, which applies economic thinking to everyday life.

Journalists

4 books

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Stephen Fry

British Polymath, Author & Broadcaster

Versatile intellectual known for hosting QI and writing witty essays. Recommends books spanning neuroscience, philosophy, and forgotten history.

Actors

6 books

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Stephen King

Horror and Suspense Master

Stephen King is an acclaimed author known for crafting psychological thrillers and horror novels that explore dark human nature and supernatural elements.

Authors & Thinkers

26 books

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Steve Aoki

DJ, Producer, and Philanthropist

Grammy-nominated electronic music producer and founder of Dim Mak Records. Known for high-energy performances and charitable work through the Aoki Foundation.

Musicians

3 books

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Steve Blank

Entrepreneur & Business Model Innovation Expert

Steve Blank is a serial entrepreneur and author who pioneered the Lean Startup methodology, fundamentally changing how businesses develop and validate ideas.

Founders

4 books

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Steve Gibson

Security researcher and podcast host

Steve Gibson is a legendary computer security expert known for Security Now!, a weekly podcast covering cybersecurity topics.

Podcasters & Media

0 books

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Steve Harvey

TV Host, Comedian & Bestselling Author

Steve Harvey is a media personality best known for hosting Family Feud and The Steve Harvey Show. His book picks focus on personal development and mindset.

Actors

3 books

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Steve Jobs

Apple Founder and Former CEO

Visionary entrepreneur who co-founded Apple and revolutionized consumer technology through design-focused innovation and ecosystem integration.

CEOs

31 books

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Steve Jurvetson

Venture Capitalist & DFJ Founder

Early-stage investor known for backing transformative companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and Skype. Focuses on moonshot technologies and exponential change.

Founders

8 books

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Steve Kerr

NBA Coach and Executive

Five-time NBA champion and Golden State Warriors head coach known for his basketball acumen and thoughtful leadership approach.

Athletes & Coaches

6 books

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Steve Wozniak

Apple Co-founder and Computer Engineer

Steve Wozniak co-founded Apple Computer with Steve Jobs in 1976, designing the Apple I and Apple II computers that launched the personal computer revolution.

Founders

1 books

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Steven Pinker

Cognitive Scientist and Bestselling Author

Steven Pinker is a Harvard psychologist and linguist known for explaining complex scientific ideas to general audiences through bestselling books on human nature, language, and progress.

Authors & Thinkers

16 books