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
Annie Mist Orisdottir

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 & Thinkers

2 books

Anthony Bourdain

Anthony Bourdain

Chef, Author, and Television Host

Adventurous cook and storyteller who explored global cuisine and culture through television and written work.

Authors & Thinkers

29 books

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Anthony Pompliano

Crypto Entrepreneur and Investor

Founder of Morgan Creek Digital Assets. Recommends 40 books spanning history, innovation, and decision-making.

Investors & Finance

40 books

Anthony Scaramucci

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.

CEOs

16 books

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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.

Founders

3 books

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande

Pop Singer & Actress

Grammy-winning artist known for her powerful vocals and role in Victorious. No book recommendations yet.

Actors

0 books

Arianna Huffington

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 & Thinkers

42 books

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Actor, Politician & Businessman

Austrian-American actor and former Governor of California who built a career spanning bodybuilding, Hollywood blockbusters, and public service.

Actors

13 books

Art De Vany

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 & Thinkers

3 books

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Asha Rangappa

Former FBI Counterintelligence Attorney

Legal expert and national security analyst who examines threats to democratic institutions through rigorous investigation and clear analysis.

Journalists

6 books

Ashton Kutcher

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.

Actors

10 books

Astro Teller

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 & Finance

3 books

Aubrey Marcus

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 & Thinkers

43 books

Aubrey Plaza

Aubrey Plaza

Actor and Comedian

Known for deadpan humor in Parks and Recreation and indie films. Recommends literary fiction exploring human nature.

Actors

1 books

Austen Allred

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.

Founders

30 books

Ava Duvernay

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.

Founders

5 books

Ayaan Hirsi Ali

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 & Thinkers

6 books

Balaji Srinivasan

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.

Founders

76 books

Barack Obama

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 & Thinkers

120 books

Barbara Corcoran

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.

Billionaires

1 books

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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 & Finance

10 books

Barry Silbert

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.

CEOs

7 books

Bear Grylls

Bear Grylls

Adventurer, TV Host & Survival Expert

British adventurer and television personality known for surviving extreme environments and pushing physical limits across multiple continents.

Actors

1 books

Ben Carlson

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 & Thinkers

10 books

Ben Greenfield

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 & Coaches

22 books

Ben Horowitz

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.

CEOs

21 books

Ben Sasse

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 & Thinkers

1 books

Ben Shapiro

Ben Shapiro

Political Commentator & Media Host

Conservative commentator and host of The Ben Shapiro Show. Known for rapid-fire political analysis and debate.

Authors & Thinkers

50 books

Ben Silbermann

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.

CEOs

3 books

Ben Stiller

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.

Actors

3 books