Reading Lists from the World's Greatest Minds
Discover what leaders, founders & athletes actually read — with their exact words on why.
Annie Mist Orisdottir
Icelandic Author and Travel Writer
Annie Mist Orisdottir is an Icelandic writer known for her vivid explorations of Iceland's landscapes and culture through her published works.
Authors & Thinkers2 books
Anthony Bourdain
Chef, Author, and Television Host
Adventurous cook and storyteller who explored global cuisine and culture through television and written work.
Authors & Thinkers29 books
Anthony Pompliano
Crypto Entrepreneur and Investor
Founder of Morgan Creek Digital Assets. Recommends 40 books spanning history, innovation, and decision-making.
Investors & Finance40 books
Anthony Scaramucci
Former White House Communications Director
Political commentator and financier who served as White House Communications Director in 2017. Now a media personality and business analyst.
CEOs16 books
Aprameya Radhakrishna
Founder of Practo, Healthcare Entrepreneur
Indian entrepreneur who founded Practo, a healthcare technology platform. His reading spans business narratives, persuasion strategy, and philosophical ethics.
Founders3 books
Ariana Grande
Pop Singer & Actress
Grammy-winning artist known for her powerful vocals and role in Victorious. No book recommendations yet.
Actors0 books
Arianna Huffington
Founder of The Huffington Post
Media entrepreneur and wellness advocate who built one of the web's most influential news platforms. Now focused on redefining success beyond money and status.
Authors & Thinkers42 books
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Actor, Politician & Businessman
Austrian-American actor and former Governor of California who built a career spanning bodybuilding, Hollywood blockbusters, and public service.
Actors13 books
Art De Vany
Evolutionary Biologist and Health Researcher
Art De Vany is an evolutionary biologist known for applying Darwinian principles to human health, nutrition, and aging. His work bridges evolutionary theory with practical lifestyle science.
Authors & Thinkers3 books
Asha Rangappa
Former FBI Counterintelligence Attorney
Legal expert and national security analyst who examines threats to democratic institutions through rigorous investigation and clear analysis.
Journalists6 books
Ashton Kutcher
Actor, Entrepreneur & Technology Investor
Actor and venture capitalist known for roles in That '70s Show and The Ranch, plus investments in Uber and Airbnb through his early-stage fund A-Grade Investments.
Actors10 books
Astro Teller
CEO of Google X (Moonshot Factory)
Astro Teller leads Google's experimental technology division, pursuing ambitious projects from autonomous vehicles to renewable energy.
Investors & Finance3 books
Aubrey Marcus
Podcaster, Author, and Wellness Entrepreneur
Host of the Aubrey Marcus Podcast and founder of Onnit Labs. Known for exploring consciousness, performance optimization, and personal transformation.
Authors & Thinkers43 books
Aubrey Plaza
Actor and Comedian
Known for deadpan humor in Parks and Recreation and indie films. Recommends literary fiction exploring human nature.
Actors1 books
Austen Allred
Founder & CEO of Bloom Institute
Austen Allred built Bloom Institute into a major coding bootcamp and education platform. His reading spans self-improvement, sci-fi, and business strategy.
Founders30 books
Ava Duvernay
Filmmaker, Director & Producer
Oscar-nominated director known for narrative films exploring race, identity, and social justice. Her work spans documentaries and features that challenge mainstream cinema.
Founders5 books
Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Author and Political Commentator
Somali-born writer and advocate known for critiques of Islam and championing women's rights and free expression.
Authors & Thinkers6 books
Balaji Srinivasan
Entrepreneur, Author, and Technology Thinker
Tech entrepreneur and author known for work in cryptocurrency and network effects. Curates a diverse reading list spanning technology, law, and social analysis.
Founders76 books
Barack Obama
44th President of the United States
Former U.S. President and author. Obama has recommended 120 books spanning fiction, essays, and political philosophy.
Authors & Thinkers120 books
Barbara Corcoran
Shark Tank investor and real estate entrepreneur
Barbara Corcoran built a real estate empire from nothing and now invests in startups on Shark Tank. She recommends How To Win Friends and Influence People.
Billionaires1 books
Barry Ritholtz
Market Strategist & Financial Commentator
Barry Ritholtz is an investor and author known for examining market history, behavioral finance, and risk management through data-driven analysis.
Investors & Finance10 books
Barry Silbert
Cryptocurrency Pioneer & Digital Asset Investor
Founder of Grayscale Investments and major Bitcoin advocate. His reading spans financial history, market crashes, and monetary systems.
CEOs7 books
Bear Grylls
Adventurer, TV Host & Survival Expert
British adventurer and television personality known for surviving extreme environments and pushing physical limits across multiple continents.
Actors1 books
Ben Carlson
Financial Writer and Market Historian
Ben Carlson writes about financial markets, behavioral economics, and pop culture bubbles. His recommendations span market crashes, celebrity memoirs, and unconventional histories.
Authors & Thinkers10 books
Ben Greenfield
Biohacker & Wellness Author
Ben Greenfield is a New York Times bestselling author and fitness expert who explores the intersection of science, performance, and longevity.
Athletes & Coaches22 books
Ben Horowitz
Venture Capitalist and Andreessen Horowitz Co-Founder
Co-founder of a16z, one of Silicon Valley's most influential venture capital firms. His reading spans history, management, and risk.
CEOs21 books
Ben Sasse
U.S. Senator from Nebraska
Republican senator and former university president who has written extensively on American culture, work, and meaning in modern life.
Authors & Thinkers1 books
Ben Shapiro
Political Commentator & Media Host
Conservative commentator and host of The Ben Shapiro Show. Known for rapid-fire political analysis and debate.
Authors & Thinkers50 books
Ben Silbermann
Co-founder and CEO of Pinterest
Ben Silbermann built Pinterest into a global platform for visual discovery and inspiration, connecting millions of users with ideas and creativity.
CEOs3 books
Ben Stiller
Actor, Director, and Screenwriter
Ben Stiller is an acclaimed actor and filmmaker known for comedic roles in films like Meet the Parents and Zoolander, as well as directorial work.
Actors3 books