Ben Thompson

Stratechery Founder & Tech Analyst

Ben Thompson is a technology strategist and writer known for his sharp analysis of business models and digital strategy.

Journalists

1 books

Bernie Sanders

U.S. Senator & Democratic Socialist

Vermont senator and two-time presidential candidate known for advocating economic inequality reform and progressive policies.

Authors & Thinkers

4 books

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Bhavish Aggarwal

Founder and CEO of Ola

Indian entrepreneur and founder of Ola, a ride-hailing platform operating across South Asia. Known for building one of India's most valuable startups.

CEOs

1 books

Big Sean

Rapper, Producer, Detroit Hip-Hop Artist

Detroit-based rapper and producer known for collaborations with Kanye West and Eminem. Reads across spirituality, personal development, and consciousness.

Musicians

9 books

Bill Ackman

Hedge Fund Manager & Activist Investor

Founder of Pershing Square Capital Management. Known for high-conviction investment bets and activist campaigns targeting undervalued companies.

Billionaires

12 books

Bill Clinton

42nd President of the United States

Bill Clinton served as U.S. President from 1993 to 2001, overseeing economic growth and foreign policy during the post-Cold War era.

Authors & Thinkers

1 books

Bill Gates

Microsoft Co-Founder & Philanthropist

Bill Gates co-founded Microsoft and built it into a software giant. Through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, he focuses on global health and development.

Billionaires

235 books

Bill Gurley

Venture Capitalist & Technology Investor

Benchmark Capital partner known for early bets on Uber, GrubHub, and Instagram. Reads widely on innovation, complexity, and economic systems.

Investors & Finance

44 books

Bill Maher

Comedian, Political Commentator, HBO Host

Host of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, known for sharp political satire and controversial commentary on religion, politics, and culture.

Actors

1 books

Bill Miller

Legendary Value Investor & Berkshire Hathaway VP

Bill Miller is a renowned investor known for his exceptional stock-picking record and contrarian approach to markets.

Investors & Finance

6 books

Bill Nye

Science Educator and Television Host

Bill Nye is a science communicator best known for his educational TV series that made physics and engineering accessible to millions of viewers worldwide.

Scientists & Researchers

10 books

Bill Rasmussen

Founder of ESPN

Bill Rasmussen is the visionary who founded ESPN in 1979, pioneering cable sports television and transforming how Americans consume sports.

Founders

1 books

Biz Stone

Co-founder of Twitter and Jelly

Tech entrepreneur and author who helped launch Twitter in 2006. Focuses on creativity, communication, and building products that connect people.

Founders

1 books

Bj Fogg

Behavioral Scientist & Habit Formation Expert

Researcher and author known for his work on behavior change and habit design. His Tiny Habits method has helped millions build lasting behavioral change.

Professors & Academics

5 books

Bj Novak

Writer, Actor, and Producer

BJ Novak is a writer, actor, and producer best known for his work on the NBC series The Office, where he also served as executive producer and writer.

Actors

5 books

Blake Mycoskie

Founder of TOMS Shoes

Social entrepreneur who built TOMS Shoes into a global brand known for its one-for-one giving model, donating shoes to children in need.

Founders

2 books

Blake Randall

Book Curator & Recommendations Expert

Blake Randall curates thoughtful book recommendations across business, personal development, and wellness. Their selections emphasize actionable insights and sustainable growth.

Investors & Finance

10 books

Blake Scholl

Founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic

Blake Scholl founded Boom Supersonic to build commercial supersonic aircraft. His reading spans business strategy, innovation, and long-term thinking.

Founders

5 books

Bob Dylan

Singer-Songwriter and Nobel Prize Winner

American musician and poet who revolutionized popular music by infusing rock with literary complexity and social commentary.

Authors & Thinkers

4 books

Bob Iger

Former CEO of The Walt Disney Company

Media executive who led Disney through major transformations, including the acquisition of Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, expanding the company's creative reach.

CEOs

8 books

Bob Metcalfe

Ethernet Co-Inventor & Technology Entrepreneur

Computer scientist and entrepreneur best known for co-inventing Ethernet. His reading spans philosophy, biology, and technology's future impact.

Founders

3 books

Bob Proctor

Author, Speaker, and Success Coach

Bob Proctor is a bestselling author and motivational speaker known for teaching principles of success and personal development to millions worldwide.

Coaches

1 books

Bozoma Saint John

Chief Marketing Officer & Media Executive

Marketing leader known for brand strategy at major entertainment and tech companies. Recommends literary fiction exploring identity and cultural heritage.

CEOs

1 books

Brad Delong

Economic historian and UC Berkeley professor

Economic historian whose analysis of capitalism, technology, and inequality shapes contemporary economic debate.

Professors & Academics

28 books

Brad Feld

Venture Capitalist & Co-Founder of Foundry Group

Investor and entrepreneur who has backed hundreds of startups. Known for his work in early-stage venture capital and his writing on startup culture.

Founders

19 books

Brad Thor

Bestselling Thriller and Adventure Author

Brad Thor is an American author known for fast-paced thrillers and adventure novels. His work spans espionage, action, and contemporary fiction.

Authors & Thinkers

7 books

Brandon Sanderson

Fantasy Author & Publishing Phenomenon

Brandon Sanderson is a bestselling fantasy author known for intricate magic systems and prolific output. He completed Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series.

Authors & Thinkers

11 books

Brandon Stanton

Photographer & Founder of Humans of New York

Brandon Stanton is a photographer known for documenting human stories on city streets. His HONY project combines portraiture with narrative to explore diverse lives and perspectives.

Authors & Thinkers

10 books

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Brendan Moynihan

Financial markets analyst and author

Brendan Moynihan curates essential reads on market psychology, financial history, and investment behavior. His picks span classic market studies and behavioral finance classics.

Investors & Finance

3 books

Brendan Schaub

Comedian, Podcaster, and Former MMA Fighter

Stand-up comedian and host of the Theos Theos podcast. Known for his comedy career and commentary on fighting sports and pop culture.

Athletes & Coaches

1 books