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

Tom Hiddleston

Actor known for Loki and Marvel roles

British actor celebrated for his portrayal of Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and diverse theatre work.

Actors

2 books

Tom Holland

Actor and Producer

British actor known for playing Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His reading interests span history, biography, and cultural studies.

Actors

10 books

Tom Keene

Bloomberg Editor-at-Large & Financial Commentator

Tom Keene is a veteran financial journalist and Bloomberg Radio host known for incisive market analysis and economic commentary spanning decades.

Journalists

10 books

Tom Peters

Business Theorist and Management Guru

Tom Peters is a legendary management consultant known for championing excellence in business. His work has shaped how organizations think about innovation and culture.

Authors & Thinkers

13 books

Tommy Vietor

Former White House National Security Spokesperson

Tommy Vietor served as spokesperson for the National Security Council under President Obama, handling communications on defense and foreign policy matters.

Journalists

2 books

Tony Hsieh

Zappos CEO & Organizational Culture Pioneer

Built Zappos into a billion-dollar company by prioritizing company culture and employee happiness above traditional metrics.

CEOs

14 books

Tony Robbins

Motivational Speaker and Life Coach

American self-help author and entrepreneur known for high-energy seminars and personal development coaching.

Authors & Thinkers

22 books

Tracy Dinunzio

Co-founder and CEO of Etsy

Tracy Dinunzio co-founded Etsy, the global marketplace for handmade and vintage goods. She recommends books on business strategy and scaling impact.

CEOs

3 books

Travis Brewer

Spiritual Guide & Meditation Teacher

Travis Brewer recommends transformative spiritual classics. His reading list centers on Eastern philosophy and mindfulness practices.

Podcasters & Media

2 books

Travis Kalanick

Uber Co-Founder and Former CEO

Tech entrepreneur who built Uber into a global ridesharing platform. His book selections reflect interests in individualism, strategy, and visionary thinking.

Billionaires

5 books

Tristan Harris

Technology Ethicist and Design Advocate

Former Google design ethicist focused on humane technology and digital wellbeing. Advocates for ethical tech design and awareness of technology's influence on human attention.

Founders

15 books

Trung Phan

Business & Technology Writer

Trung Phan is a writer known for exploring business history, economics, and global markets through deeply researched narratives.

Authors & Thinkers

41 books

Tucker Carlson

Television Host and Political Commentator

Tucker Carlson is a conservative television host and political commentator known for his primetime news program. He has been a prominent voice in American media for over two decades.

Journalists

1 books

Turia Pitt

Ultramarathon Runner & Motivational Speaker

Australian ultramarathon runner and author who survived a serious accident and returned to competitive running. Known for resilience and inspiring others.

Athletes & Coaches

4 books

Twinkle Khanna

Author, Columnist & Film Producer

Indian author and producer known for witty columns and family-focused content. Recommends books spanning children's classics to wellness guides.

Actors

8 books

Tyler Cowen

Economist and Public Intellectual

Tyler Cowen is an economist at George Mason University known for exploring how culture, innovation, and incentives shape society through books and his blog Marginal Revolution.

Authors & Thinkers

54 books

Tyler Oakley

YouTuber, LGBTQ+ Activist, Content Creator

YouTube personality and social media influencer known for vlogs, storytelling, and advocacy work. Has built a dedicated fanbase through authentic personal content.

Actors

3 books

Veronica Belmont

Podcaster, Tech Journalist & Author

Host of the Rocket Surgery Show and former tech correspondent. Recommends a mix of wellness, fantasy, and literary fiction that spans genres.

Journalists

3 books

Vijay Shekhar Sharma

Founder and CEO of Paytm

Indian entrepreneur who built Paytm into a digital payments leader. His reading choices reflect deep interest in e-commerce innovation and scaling challenges.

CEOs

5 books

Vince Vaughn

Actor and Producer

Known for comedic roles in films like Wedding Crashers and The Break-Up, Vince Vaughn has built a career in Hollywood spanning multiple decades.

Actors

2 books

Vinod Khosla

Venture Capitalist & Founder of Khosla Ventures

Vinod Khosla is a legendary venture capitalist and co-founder of Sun Microsystems who has invested in transformative companies across energy, healthcare, and AI.

CEOs

55 books

Virat Kohli

Indian Cricket Star and Batting Icon

Virat Kohli is India's most successful cricket captain and one of the sport's greatest batsmen, known for his aggressive playing style and consistency across formats.

Athletes & Coaches

1 books

Vitalik Buterin

Ethereum Co-Founder & Blockchain Researcher

Creator of Ethereum, a decentralized platform that transformed blockchain beyond cryptocurrency. Pioneer in smart contracts and decentralized finance.

Founders

1 books

Vlad Tenev

Co-founder and CEO of Robinhood Markets

Vlad Tenev co-founded Robinhood, a financial services platform democratizing stock trading through commission-free investing for retail investors.

CEOs

6 books

Vlad Zamfir

Blockchain Researcher & Ethereum Protocol Developer

Blockchain researcher known for work on Ethereum's consensus mechanisms. Recommends books spanning complexity science, mathematical philosophy, and literary fiction.

Philosophers & Psychologists

3 books