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The 7 Best Books on How to Give Feedback
If you’re trying to learn how to give feedback effectively, you should read these books. I’ve included a brief summary of each one.
Read MoreFor Years, I Was Confused About the Purpose of Writing (and Maybe You Are Too)
The point isn’t to write with perfect grammar and syntax—it’s to communicate thought-provoking ideas. The words are merely the raw material.
Read More10 Fascinating True Stories About Murderers, Fraudsters, and Criminals
From all of the true crime books I’ve read, here are my 10 favorites about serial killers, fraudsters, and mobsters. How many have you read?
Read MoreThe Best Way to Fuel Your Writing Career: Find Dead Mentors
Elizabeth Gilbert, Joyce Carol Oates, and David Sedaris all tapped the wisdom of dead authors to fuel their success. We should do the same.
Read MoreThis Is (By Far) the Best Way to Remember What You Read in Books
I’ve used this tactic to remember the key takeaways from hundreds of books, and it’s been a huge help. I include screenshots for guidance.
Read MoreAmy Tan’s Top 13 Writing Tips
Amy Tan, author of the bestseller ‘The Joy Luck Club,’ recently shared her top writing secrets in a MasterClass about fiction and imagination.
Read MoreHow to Make Learning & Development Work for Your Startup
Your startup is stretched, strapped for cash, and super busy. But you can still find time to help your people grow. Here’s how to do it.
Read MoreThe Best-Kept Creativity Secret: EVERYONE Is a Creator
Whether it’s writing poetry, making balloon animals, or building birdhouses, every human was born to be creative. Claim your birthright.
Read MoreRoxane Gay’s Top 13 Writing Tips
Roxane Gay is a social commentator who has written numerous books & countless articles. Here’s the best writing advice from her MasterClass.
Read MoreThe 30 Best Fiction Books I’ve Read in the Past 10 Years
From the 700+ books I’ve read in the past ten years, here are my 30 fiction favorites. I included a three-sentence summary for each book.
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