This collection is maintained alongside my reading list, where you can find a complete chronological record of my reading history.
A personal collection of books I’ve particularly enjoyed and would recommend to others. Books are marked as recommended based on their impact, enjoyability, and lasting influence on my thinking.
Non-Fiction
Business & Innovation
- Creativity Inc. by Ed Catmull (2023)
Essential insights into fostering creativity in organizations.
- Build by Tony Fadell (2020-2022)
Invaluable lessons from the creator of the iPod and Nest.
- Zero to One by Peter Thiel (Pre-2020)
Essential reading about innovation and building the future.
Economics & Finance
- Boom - Bubbles and the End of Stagnation by Byrne Hobart and Tobias Huber (2024)
A fresh perspective on economic cycles and innovation.
- Flash Boys and Liar’s Poker by Michael Lewis (Pre-2020)
Masterful storytelling about the world of finance.
Science & Technology
- Outlive by Peter Attia (2023)
A data-driven approach to longevity and health.
- I Contain Multitudes by Ed Yong (2020-2022)
A mind-opening exploration of the microbiome.
- Guns, Germs & Steel by Jared Diamond (2020-2022)
A comprehensive look at how geography shaped human history.
Psychology & Decision-Making
- How to Fail at Almost Anything and Still Win Big by Scott Adams (2024)
Practical wisdom about systems versus goals.
- Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman (Pre-2020)
Foundational work on human decision-making.
Health & Human Potential
- When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi (2024)
A profound meditation on mortality and meaning.
- Deep by James Nestor (2023)
A fascinating exploration of our relationship with the ocean.
- Breath by James Nestor (2020-2022)
A revolutionary look at a fundamental human function.
- Shoe Dog by Phil Knight (2020-2022)
The compelling origin story of Nike.
- Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari (Pre-2020)
A sweeping history of humankind that changes how you view our species.
Fiction
Science Fiction & Speculative
- Recursion by Blake Crouch (2024-2025)
A mind-bending exploration of memory and time.
- Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel (2024-2025)
A beautifully crafted story spanning centuries and worlds.
- The Mountain in the Sea by Ray Nayler (2023)
A fascinating exploration of consciousness and artificial intelligence.
- Death’s End by Cixin Liu (2021-2022)
A mind-expanding conclusion to the Three-Body trilogy.
Technothrillers & Cyberpunk
- Critical Mass, Delta-v, Freedom, and Daemon by Daniel Suarez (2024-2025)
Suarez consistently delivers technothrillers that feel eerily prescient.
- Foundry by Eliot Peper (2023)
A thought-provoking technothriller about the future of innovation.
- Reap3r by Eliot Peper (2021-2022)
Another excellent technothriller from Peper.
- Red Team Blues by Cory Doctorow (2023)
A sharp critique of technology and finance wrapped in a compelling narrative.
Literary & Contemporary
- Moonbound by Robin Sloan (2024-2025)
A captivating story that continues Sloan’s tradition of weaving technology with wonder.
- This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub (2023)
A touching time-travel story about family and second chances.
- Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin (2021-2022)
A masterful story about creativity, collaboration, and the games we play.
- Mr Penumbra’s 24 Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan (2021-2022)
A perfect blend of old-world mystery and modern technology.
Action, Adventure & Space
- The Defector and The Apollo Murders by Chris Hadfield (2023)
Space-themed thrillers that benefit from Hadfield’s real-world astronaut experience.
- Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir (2021-2022)
A return to form for Weir, combining hard science with compelling storytelling.
LitRPG & Fantasy
- Carl’s Doomsday Scenario and Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman (2024-2025)
A fresh take on the LitRPG genre with a unique blend of humor and apocalyptic storytelling.
Short Stories
- Exhalation by Ted Chiang (Pre-2021)
A collection of thought-provoking short stories that challenge our perspectives.
Lighthearted & Quirky
- Sourdough by Robin Sloan (Pre-2021)
A charming story about food, technology, and finding your place.
This is a living document that I’ll update as I discover new meaningful books.