Book Wishlist

Paul Watzlawick (1921–2007) was an Austrian-American psychologist and communications theorist. He was a founding member of the Mental Research Institute in Palo Alto and one of the leading figures in family therapy and the pragmatic approach to communication.

Unlike standard happiness guides, Watzlawick's stories show us everything we do daily to sabotage our own potential joy. A counterintuitive classic that became a million-copy bestseller.

John Strelecky is an American author and inspirational speaker known for his impactful storytelling that encourages readers to reflect on life's deeper questions.

A humorous and touching novel about John, an advertising manager always in a hurry, who stops at a small café in the middle of nowhere. On the menu, alongside daily specials, he finds three questions: 'Why are you here? Are you afraid of death? Are you leading a fulfilling life?' This journey becomes a voyage to himself.

Susan Cain is an American writer and lecturer who advocates for introverted people. Her TED Talk on the power of introverts has been viewed millions of times and helped spark a cultural shift in how society views quiet personalities.

In a loud world, quiet people are often overlooked. Cain breaks a lance for introverts and shows how important they are for our society. Drawing on neuroscience and historical examples — from Darwin and Einstein to Gandhi and Bill Gates — she demonstrates that great achievements often come from quiet minds.

Carl Gustav Jung (1875–1961) was a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who founded analytical psychology. His work has been influential in psychiatry, anthropology, archaeology, literature, philosophy, and religious studies.

Shortly before his death, Jung shared essential thoughts about his life and work with his colleague Aniela Jaffé. The book offers surprising insights both for those familiar with Jung's work and those new to it — arguably the best introduction to the intellectual world of the founder of Analytical Psychology.

Rolf Dobelli is a Swiss writer, novelist, and entrepreneur. His nonfiction books are million-copy bestsellers in the German-speaking world, blending philosophy with practical mental tools.

Instead of offering a one-size-fits-all answer to happiness, Dobelli presents an indispensable toolkit for everyday life. Between philosophy, mental training, and practical tips from his time as a CEO, he maps out modern life — allowing many options without losing oneself in them.

Ryan Holiday is an American author, marketer, and entrepreneur. He draws on stoic philosophy and historical examples to write about personal development, marketing, and media manipulation.

Many believe obstacles to success lie in their environment, but the biggest enemy lives within each of us: our ego. It blinds us to our mistakes and hinders our growth. Through examples from literature, philosophy, and history, Holiday shows how overcoming ego leads to unmatched success.

Jhumpa Lahiri is an Indian-American author known for her elegant prose and exploration of the immigrant experience. She won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for this debut collection.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, PEN/Hemingway Award, and New Yorker Prize for Best First Book. This prize-winning debut collection explores the lives of Indians in exile — people navigating between inherited traditions and the baffling New World.

Alice Munro (1931–2024) was a Canadian short story writer and Nobel laureate in Literature. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest contemporary masters of the short story form.

Nobel Prize winner Alice Munro tells fourteen brilliant stories about beginning new lives. The collection ends with four intensely personal stories where she reveals herself more openly than ever before — 'the first and last things I have to say about my life.'

Friedemann Schulz von Thun is a German psychologist and communication scientist. His communication models, especially the Four-Sides Model, are standard reference in German-speaking countries.

The standard work on communication psychology. This volume explains how interpersonal communication works, identifies typical problems, and shows how to solve them. Essential knowledge for coherent communication.

Eric Berne (1910–1970) was a Canadian-born psychiatrist who developed transactional analysis, a theory of personality and social interaction that became hugely influential in psychotherapy and self-help.

Berne brilliantly explains how recognizing our own marriage, party, sex, robber, doctor, and life games leads to new awareness. With wit and scientific competence, this book opens pathways to constructive living.

Priya Parker is a facilitator, mediator, and founder of Thrive Labs. She helps leaders create transformative gatherings and has worked on race relations and peace processes worldwide.

In an era where gathering matters more than ever, Parker presents a human-centered approach to meetings and events of all sizes. Transform how you host or attend every meeting, dinner party, and barbecue.

Will Storr is an award-winning British journalist and novelist. He's written for The Guardian, The Sunday Times, and The New Yorker. His work focuses on the psychology of storytelling and human behavior.

In this incisive, thought-provoking book, award-winning writer Will Storr demonstrates how master storytellers manipulate and compel us. Applying dazzling psychological research and cutting-edge neuroscience to the foundations of our myths and archetypes.

Kindra Hall is a storytelling expert and professional speaker. She helps individuals and organizations harness the power of strategic storytelling for business growth.

A powerful guide to crafting stories that resonate, connect, and drive action. Kindra Hall provides a framework for using storytelling strategically in business and life.

Matthew Dicks is a bestselling author, columnist, and 53-time Moth StorySLAM champion. He's one of the most prolific storytellers in the world.

Engage, teach, persuade, and change your life through the power of storytelling. From a celebrated Moth champion, a guide to crafting compelling narratives.

Emad Mostaque is a technologist and entrepreneur focused on the intersection of AI and economics. He explores how intelligent systems will reshape economic structures.

A visionary guide to understanding how artificial intelligence and intelligent systems will fundamentally reshape our economic landscape and societal structures.

Mel Robbins is a renowned motivational speaker, bestselling author, and podcast host. She's known for practical, science-backed strategies for personal growth.

A revolutionary approach to letting go of control and finding peace. Robbins shares how accepting what we cannot change transforms our relationships and well-being.

Sun Tzu was a Chinese general, military strategist, and philosopher who lived during the Eastern Zhou period. His work remains the most influential strategy text in East Asian warfare.

An ancient Chinese military treatise dating from the Late Spring and Autumn Period. Though its subject is warfare, its principles have been applied to business, law, and life strategy.

Cal Newport is a computer science professor at Georgetown University and bestselling author. He writes about technology, productivity, and the quest for deep work in an distracted world.

A philosophy of technology use in which you focus your online time on a small number of carefully selected activities that strongly support things you value.

Dale Carnegie (1888-1955) was an American writer and lecturer who developed famous courses in self-improvement, salesmanship, corporate training, and interpersonal skills.

One of the first bestselling self-help books ever published. Carnegie offers practical advice on how to successfully navigate social and professional situations.

Ryan Holiday is a media strategist and prominent writer on Stoicism. Stephen Hanselman is a literary agent and co-author specializing in classical philosophy adaptations.

366 meditations on wisdom, perseverance, and the art of living. Drawn from the teachings of Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius for daily reflection.

Haruki Murakami is a Japanese writer internationally renowned for his surreal, dreamlike novels that blend pop culture, magical realism, and profound loneliness.

A mind-bending novel split between a data-encrypting protagonist in a cyberpunk Tokyo and an underground realm inhabited by supernatural creatures. Classic Murakami magical realism.

Jeff Olson is an entrepreneur and personal development coach who discovered the compound power of small daily disciplines on long-term success.

The philosophy of turning simple disciplines into massive success. Olson reveals how consistent small actions compound over time to create extraordinary results.

Thomas Erikson is a Swedish behavioral expert and bestselling author known for popularizing the DISC personality model in accessible, entertaining ways.

A practical guide to understanding the four personality types using colors (Red, Yellow, Green, Blue). Learn why people behave differently and how to communicate effectively.

Paulo Coelho is a Brazilian novelist and one of the most widely read authors in the world. His allegorical novels explore spiritual journeys and personal legends.

A mystical story about Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who travels from Spain to Egypt in search of treasure, learning profound lessons about destiny and following one's dreams.

Pierce Brown is an American science fiction author whose debut novel Red Rising launched a bestselling dystopian series set on a colonized Mars.

In a color-coded caste society on Mars, Darrow infiltrates the elite Golds to destroy the system from within. A gripping tale of rebellion, sacrifice, and revolution.

Martin Walker is a British journalist and author who splits his time between England and the French Périgord, the setting for his beloved Bruno detective series.

The first novel introducing Bruno Courrèges, chief of police in the idyllic French village of Saint-Denis. Murder, mystery, and mouthwatering descriptions of Périgord life.

Yuval Noah Harari is an Israeli historian and bestselling author known for Sapiens. He examines humanity's past, present, and future through macro-historical lenses.

Information networks have shaped human history. Harari explores how information flows through societies and technologies, from ancient myths to artificial intelligence.

A comprehensive exploration of Carl Jung's complete works and analytical psychology by various scholars and Jungian analysts.

A guided exploration through Jung's collected works, offering accessible introductions to his key concepts: archetypes, collective unconscious, individuation, and dream analysis.

Anna Lembke is a Stanford professor of psychiatry and addiction medicine. She treats patients for addictive disorders and researches dopamine's role in modern compulsive behaviors.

Finding balance in the age of indulgence. Lembke explains how our brain's dopamine system drives overconsumption and offers practical strategies for managing pleasure-pain balance.

Marc-Uwe Kling is a German comedian, author, and songwriter. His Känguru trilogy combines sharp political satire with absurdist humor and became a cultural phenomenon in Germany.

The third volume in the cult-favorite Känguru series. Communism, anarchy, and chaos reign as the Känguru leads a revolution with biting satire and absurd humor.