The 8 New Idea Books to Start Spring

 From Adam Grant - 

The 8 New Idea Books to Start Spring


Reading the news is a good way to gain information about the world. Reading books is the best way to gain access to new worldviews.

As I’ve read early copies of the nonfiction books launching over the next month, eight have had a lasting impact on my perspective.

1.  Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick

My favorite AI maven presents the ultimate explainer on how tools like chatGPT and Claude can make us smarter.

2.  The Twentysomething Treatment by Meg Jay

With clarity and compassion, a leading clinical psychologist offers powerful insight on what causes—and cures—quarterlife crises.

3.  Somehow by Anne Lamott

An eloquent meditation from a beloved author on the process of judging less and caring more.

4.  Says Who? by Anne Curzan

A linguist serves up a guide to using words that will delight everyone who loves language—and put the grammar police in their place.

5.  Move by Move by Maurice Ashley

The chess grandmaster I admire most shares the life lessons from the great game of strategy.

6.  May Contain Lies by Alex Edmans

An economist examines how to recognize misinformation, interpret data, and distinguish fact from fiction.

7.  The Ritual Effect by Michael Norton

An eye-opening look from a social psychologist at why we swear by certain routines—and how we can build more enriching ones.

8.  The Algebra of Wealth by Scott Galloway

The entrepreneur and marketing guru delivers a financial security playbook that’s packed with his signature blend of wit and wisdom.

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