Books

Book cover of The Art of Living by Thich Nhat Hanh on a leather footstool

The Art of Living by Thich Nhat Hanh

An invitation to slow down, breathe, and return to what matters
Stories of Ireland by Brian Friel

Stories of Ireland by Brian Friel

A recent holiday read that bought Ireland to life through a set of evocative short stories.
Moral Ambition by Rutger Bregman

Moral Ambition by Rutger Bregman

Moral Ambition acts as an alarm call for anyone stuck in a job that feels pointless. It challenges the reader to use their skills for something bigger than personal success.
Minority Rule by Ash Sarkar

Minority Rule by Ash Sarkar

An urgent challenge to British liberalism and a manifesto for radical solidarity.
Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le Cunff

Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le Cunff

Anne-Laure Le Cunff believes small changes lead to big results. In Tiny Experiments, she shows how you can build better
PING by Andrew Brodsky

PING by Andrew Brodsky

Practical, research backed advice for anyone that wants to regain control of virtual communications, without harming their career.
The Voices of Marrakesh by Elias Cannetti

The Voices of Marrakesh by Elias Cannetti

Number 2 in my book list of 2025 is some reading to prepare me for a forthcoming trip to Marrakech. I've been before, and this collection of short stories bought me back to a place I enjoy.
Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman

Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman

Oliver Burkeman serves up 28 daily nuggets of life advice that steers clear of the usual faster & smarter productivity nonsense.
Co-Active Coaching by Kimsey House et al

Co-Active Coaching by Kimsey House et al

An excellent introduction to the Co-Active coaching model, a collaborative and holistic approach that emphasises partnership between coach and client.
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss

Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss

I was looking to improve my negotiation skills, and my team at work recommended this great book from Chris Voss. I read it on my recent travels to India, and here are the notes I took along the way.
The Invisible Doctrine by George Monbiot & Peter Hutchison

The Invisible Doctrine by George Monbiot & Peter Hutchison

A useful examination of the rise of neoliberalism and its impact on global politics, economics and society.
Radical Candor by Kim Scott

Radical Candor by Kim Scott

"Radical Candor" by Kim Scott teaches the art of improving work relationships through caring deeply while being candid. It offers practical advice for managers and employees to foster a culture of direct feedback, mutual respect, and personal growth.
Consiglieri, Leading from the Shadows by Richard Hytner

Consiglieri, Leading from the Shadows by Richard Hytner

In 'Consiglieri', Richard Hytner offers a new angle on what it means to be a leader.
Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

In Slow Productivity, Newport argues that the key to achieving meaningful and fulfilling work is not through constant busyness, but
Julia by Sandra Newman

Julia by Sandra Newman

A retelling of a classic novel, through the eyes of a woman in a totalitarian world.
How the Future Works by Elliott, Subramanian, Kupp

How the Future Works by Elliott, Subramanian, Kupp

How The Future Works looks at ways to enable teams and organisations to take advantage of the flexible work revolution.
12 Rules for Life - An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan Peterson

12 Rules for Life - An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan Peterson

This is a review of 12 Rules for Life: An antidote to chaos [https://amzn.to/2sHSD4v], a book written