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BooksAugust 26, 20193 minThe 50+ Books Mark Manson Recommends ReadingMark Manson is a self-help author, personal development consultant, entrepreneur, and blogger. Here’s a list of books Manson recommends reading!Read
BooksApril 1, 20199 min“Can’t Hurt Me” by David GogginsBook summary of "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins. Goggins went from a living in poverty to joining the SEALs and becoming an ultra endurance athlete.Read
BooksMarch 11, 20193 minThe 40+ Books Leo Tolstoy Recommends ReadingCount Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy, better known as Leo Tolstoy, is one of the greatest authors of all time.Read
BooksFebruary 14, 20195 minThe Best Quotes from “The Alchemist” by Paul CoelhoBook summary and my favorite quotes from “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho At 197 pages, this book can be read quickly in as little as two or three days.Read
BooksFebruary 2, 20195 minThe 20+ Books George R. R. Martin Recommends ReadingGeorge R. R. Martin is the creator of the bestselling series: “A Game of Thrones.” His book series was adapted into an HBO show and has been watched by millions of viewers.Read
BooksJanuary 27, 20197 minUnit 731: A book about evil and war crimes“Unit 731 Testimony: Japan's Wartime Human Experimentation Program” by Hal Gold is a disturbing account of a top secret project named Unit 731.Read
PopularJanuary 8, 20196 minAlex & Books Annual Review: 2018Annual review of Alex and Books. Read about the lows and highs of Year 2. Best books, articles, recommendations & more!Read
BooksJanuary 6, 20198 minTop 10 Favorite Books of 2018I read a total of 38 books In 2018. Here are my top 10 favorite books.Read
BooksDecember 28, 20189 min“A Billion Wicked Thoughts” by Ogas & GaddamWhat can a billion internet searches tell us about sexual relationships?Read
BooksDecember 23, 20182 minThe 20+ Books F. Scott Fitzgerald Recommends ReadingF. Scott Fitzgerald is one of the most well-known writers of the 20th century.Read
BooksDecember 18, 20187 min“Subliminal” by Leonard MlodinowDo you know how much of your decisions are made by your unconscious?Read
BooksDecember 2, 20187 minThe 20+ Books J.K. Rowling Recommends ReadingJ.K. Rowling is the creator of the “Harry Potter” series and the world’s first billionaire author.Read
BooksNovember 28, 20187 min“The Messy Middle” by Scott BelskyCreating something from nothing is hard, but the unpredictable journey can be even harder.Read
BooksNovember 21, 20188 min“The Compound Effect” by Darren HardyThis is an incredible book that teaches the importance of small changes.Read
BooksNovember 15, 20183 minThe 25+ Books Gen. Mattis Recommends ReadingIt’s always a good idea to learn from smart people and know which books they recommend.Read
BooksOctober 30, 20189 min“Atomic Habits” by James ClearLearn how tiny changes can lead to remarkable results. Find easy and proven ways to build good habits and break bad ones.Read
PopularOctober 22, 20185 min3 Reasons Why You Should Get A Home GymWould you pay $80 to get 52 days of extra work outs and 17 hours of free time? Learn how getting a home gym improved my life and why you may want to get one yourself.Read
BooksOctober 16, 20185 min“Tribe of Mentors” by Tim FerrissThis book is a collection of interviews from experts in nearly every industry. Learn how to become a writer, why failure leads to success and why being busy is a decision.Read
PopularOctober 8, 20185 minWork Looks Like An Enemy, But It’s Actually A FriendWork may sometimes seem like an enemy, but it is actually be your friend. In this article, I talk about a personal experience and what it taught me about work and life.Read
BooksSeptember 8, 20189 min“The Productivity Project” by Chris BaileyAccomplish more by managing your time, attention and energy Learn the truth about multitasking and the importance of the Rule of 3 Become more productive and a better time manager by reading this bookRead
BooksAugust 17, 20185 minThe 45+ Books James Altucher Recommends ReadingIt’s always a good idea to learn from smart people and know which books they recommend.Read
PopularJuly 29, 20182 minAlex and Books Shop Is Now OpenI’m opening up a shop with cool book-related merch. Three different ways you can help support A&B.Read
LifeJuly 5, 20184 minHow Much I’ve Spent on Books in 2017In 2017 I read 35 books, but I actually bought 52 books. Find out how much each book cost and how much I ended spending on books last year.Read
ListJuly 1, 20186 minThe 150+ Books Stephen King Recommends ReadingAt the end of “On Writing” Stephen King lists 150+ books he believes are worth reading. Check out the list and let me know whether or not you agree with his choices.Read
BooksJune 18, 20186 min5 Best Books of 2018 (so far)Six months into 2018, I’ve read 21 books and written 34 articles.Read
Book ReviewJune 7, 20189 min“The Third Door” by Alex BanayanPages: 320 For: Entrepreneurs, college students, people who like inspirational stories, Ferriss fans Lesson: Learn how the world's most successful people launched their careersRead
BooksJune 4, 20189 min5 Lessons From 3 Books About Slave Labor CampsLearn 5 life lessons gathered from reading three books about slave labor camps This article talks about “Man’s Search for Meaning,” “The Gulag Archipelago” and “The Forgotten Highlander”Read
Book ReviewMay 29, 20186 min“Total Recall” by Arnold SchwarzeneggerPages: 646 For: People looking for self-improvement tips, people who love true inspiring stories Lesson: Learn about Schwarzenegger's incredible life journey and how he became successful in three different careersRead
Book ReviewMay 24, 20186 min“Wild At Heart” by John EldredgePages: 221 For: Young men, Jordan Peterson fans, Christian men, men that are bored with life Lesson: Learn about what is needed to grow from a boy to a man and recover your masculine roleRead
PopularApril 12, 20186 min5 Must-Read Self-Development BooksSelf-development is one of my favorite genres to read In this article I list my 5 must-read self-development books.Read
BooksApril 9, 201811 min6 Profound Quotes from “12 Rules for Life” by Jordan PetersonBook: “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos” by Jordan B. Peterson In this article I share my thoughts on 6 incredibly insightful quotes from Peterson's bookRead
Book ReviewMarch 23, 20185 min“Make Your Bed” by William McRavenBook: “Make Your Bed” by Admiral William McRaven For: People who need some inspiration or guidance in life, those who seek life advice Lesson: Learn how doing certain little things in your life can help change yourself and the world for the betterRead
PopularMarch 16, 20185 minAlex and Books Is 1 Year Old!Alex and Books turned 1 Year old this week! Find out what's been accomplished in Year 1 And things I learned from a year of bloggingRead
BooksFebruary 19, 20185 min“The ONE Thing” by Gary Keller & Jay PapasanBook: "The ONE Thing" by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan For: People who want to become better at managing their time and be more productive Lesson: Learn how to manage your time efficiently and effectively, achieve more, and find greater clarity in your career and lifeRead
BooksFebruary 13, 20184 min“Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor FranklBook: “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl For: People searching for meaning in life or want to know how ordinary people cope with extraordinary situations Lesson: Learn how a psychiatrist survived a concentration camp and how humans can survive horrible situations and traumaRead
BooksFebruary 11, 20184 minImprove Your Life by Taking Extreme OwnershipTake extreme ownership for every part of your life. It will be tough at first, the extra responsibility will be a burden, however, by owning everything you will become more motivated and disciplined in every aspect of your life.Read
BooksFebruary 4, 20185 min“12 Rules for Life” by Jordan B. PetersonBook: “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos” by Jordan B. Peterson For: Anyone who is unhappy with their life, people who are angry, resentful, or lost in life Lesson: 12 Rules that will help you become a better person and in turn help make the world a better placeRead
VideosFebruary 1, 20181 minAlexandBooks + YouTubeI hope to continue sharing knowledge and fantastic books with all of you throughout 2018.Read
BooksJanuary 22, 201810 min“Extreme Ownership” by Jocko Willink and Leif BabinBook: “Extreme Ownership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin For: Business managers, leaders, people interested in military tactics and improving their leadership skills Lesson: The leadership lessons from life-and-death combat can be applied to the business world to make your team and company successfulRead
BooksJanuary 17, 20183 min10 Interesting Quotes on Writing by Ernest HemingwayBook: “Ernest Hemingway on Writing" edited by Larry Phillips For: Anyone interested in Hemingway's writing, aspiring writers Lesson: Learn Hemingway's thoughts on being a writer, his work habits and advice for aspiring writersRead
BooksJanuary 16, 20183 minTop 10 Favorite Books of 2017A lot of reading was done in 2017, in fact, I’ve managed to read 35 books. Here are my top ten favorite books of 2017 (in no particular order), enjoy!Read
LifeJanuary 14, 20184 min10 Powerful Quotes from “The Emperor’s Handbook”Book: “The Emperor’s Handbook” by Marcus Aurelius For: Anyone interested in philosophy, living a good life or looking for meaning in life Lesson: Learn to live a fulfilling life while being a virtuous personRead
Book ReviewJanuary 7, 20183 min“On Writing Well” by William ZinsserBook: "On Writing Well" by William Zinsser For: Anyone who wants to improve their writing Lesson: Learn how to write betterRead
LifeOctober 29, 20173 minThe Importance of ExerciseNearly everyone knows that exercise is important; this is a message that our society has been repeating over and over again to us since we were kids.Read
Book ReviewOctober 15, 20173 min“How To Read Literature Like A Professor” by Thomas FosterBook Review: How To Read Literature Like A Professor by Thomas C. FosterRead
BooksSeptember 8, 20174 min5 Lessons From “What Every BODY Is Saying”Have you ever been in a social situation where you wished you had telepathic powers and could read the other person’s mind?Read
LifeAugust 5, 20177 minHow To Survive & Succeed In CollegeCollege is often said to be the best years of one's life, but it can also be the most stressful.Read
BooksMay 24, 20179 min5 Lessons from “High Output Management”The world is filled with mysteries and questions we may never know the answers too.Read
LifeMay 11, 20174 minHow To Find Time For ReadingBooks are wonderful tools that can educate and inspire people.Read
BooksApril 30, 20179 min7 Lessons from “The Emperor’s Handbook”Imagine a boy being born in Rome in 121 A.D. At three years old, the boy's father dies and he is raised by his mother.Read
BusinessApril 16, 20175 minHow To Succeed In Your InternshipI’d like to say thank you to everyone who read my first article “How to get an Internship,” several people told me they found it insightful and helpful.Read
BusinessFebruary 21, 20174 minHow To Get An InternshipAn internships is a great way to gain professional experience and learn about an industry or company you're interesting in working.Read