We got a little behind in our monthly review of books, but we are back now. Just a reminder, these books have been purchased by us. We have been given no compensation for this review. This month’s book is Tribes by Seth Godin. Though the book is geared toward leaders, it applies well to the […]
We are going to start a new thing here at the Lucid Books blog. Once a month, or so, we will review a book that we feel is beneficial to our authors and their goals. It should be noted that we are receiving no benefits of these reviews. These books were purchased and we have
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For some reason, I had never heard of John McPhee until a few weeks ago. He has written more than 30 books about a variety of subjects, everything from Bill Bradley to transporters to oranges. His gift is taking what seems like a small subject and drawing out the story hidden inside, and he is
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The number of books published every year now tops one million, but the uniqueness of being an author still fascinates people. Authors have (or at least should have) developed an expertise in their subject area in order to write about it. Whether you are already published or just starting on your manuscript (#1 Tool For
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[amazon_link id=\”0307951529\” target=\”_blank\” ]This is a great little book[/amazon_link] that will help you get over the hump and actually start a business. It focuses on the microbusiness revolution, which the author defines as \”a way of earning a good living while crafting a life of independence and purpose.\” This is full of great information, and
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[amazon_link id=\”0547386079\” target=\”_blank\” ]This book[/amazon_link] is an excellent treatise on creativity and the brain. It is filled with fascinating anecdotes, just enough neuroscience to keep it interesting for the layperson, and enough everyday application to make it worth your time. I am the first to admit that I have a weakness for applied psychology books that
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This is the first [amazon_link id=\”007178294X\” target=\”_blank\” ]Perfect Phrases book[/amazon_link] that I have read and I am pleasantly surprised at how helpful it could be. The premise is to give managers and others involved in the company ready-to-use phrases to help drive certain facets. The phrases that are suggested for creativity are helpful and could really
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As someone who has grown up in the church, this book was both hilarious and cringe-worthy. Wilson skewers big church personalities, attendees, religion, and relationships with ease. I followed this book when Wilson was releasing it online a chapter at a time, and thought it was pretty good, but stopped reading it eventually. I am
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First, the short version: Excellent book on the power of story. Fascinating and insightful, a must read if you have any interest at all in the subject matter. One of the best books I have read in a long time . . . fresh, original, and enlightening. Now the long version: [amazon_link id=\”0547391404\” target=\”_blank\” ]The Storytelling
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This is a great book about the power of habit and what we can do to change our habits in business, life, and society. The book is divided into three sections, first focusing on the individual, then companies, and finally societies. The first three chapters are my favorite, and really make up the heart of
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