Best Independent Books November 7
We are delighted to recommend the following books from the independent publishing sector.
FICTION
Laughing is Forever
by Jason Stocks
This book is a powerful and raw collection of poems. The author’s writing is characterized by its immediacy and unflinching honesty, blending profanity and pop-culture references.
Living in south Florida, the author brings a wealth of life experience to his writing, having worked various jobs before becoming a teacher. He has created a unique voice that is both tender and brutal.
This is a brave and unflinching exploration of the human experience, delivering a punch to the gut while also offering moments of tenderness and insight
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Recognition for Author: Finalist, Contemporary Poetry, American Legacy Book Awards, 2024
Category: Literature & Fiction
ISBN: 978-1962987103
NON-FICTION
Investpreneur: Real Estate Lessons for the Determined Investor
by Kristin Cripps
This book lays out the proven track that the author followed to become a real-estate mogul and a millionaire before her 30th birthday. She has built an empire from the ground up.
The author explains the first crucial step toward investing. She describes some out-of-the-box ways to save for the first down payment. She explores different types of loans available and discusses the common investments that can result in a loss. When deciding on properties, she points out those that should be avoided like the plague, but also shows the right way to fix up a fixer-upper. There is also guidance on when and why to sell properties and an insider’s scoop on what buyers are likely to be looking for.
The author has spent years learning the ins and outs of real-estate investing. In this book, she shares her hard-earned knowledge so that others can follow her lead.
Honors: seen on CBS, Fox and NBC
Recognition for Author: Bronze Medal, Biography, Readers’ Favorite Book Awards, 2020
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352441
Play Bold: How to Win the Business Game through Creative Destruction
by Magnus Penker
In this book, the author, a world-renowned thought leader, details a modern approach to innovation. He finally and comprehensively answers the question why it is that some companies succeed where others — even those with great potential — fail.
The author teaches how to identify and mitigate the corporate antibodies that kill innovation. He outlines how to gain the capability and culture necessary to jump from S-curve to S-curve so as to avoid going down with the ship. He explains why playing it safe is the surest way to a slow death in today’s globalized economy.
The lifespan of companies is rapidly shrinking. This book points the way forward. Innovation at its best destroys what doesn’t work and builds something brilliant from the pieces. Everything we need is right in front of us. All we need to know is how to bring it together.
Honors: seen on CBS and Fox
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637350584
The Price Whisperer: A Holistic Approach to Pricing Power
by Per Sjofors
Consumer behavior is irrational. People are finicky, temperamental and subjective, but they’re also highly predictable. Thus, when it comes to determining optimal product pricing, it’s important to keep in mind that the perception of value is value.
In this book, the author explores the complex network of variables that regulate customer perception of price and value. By isolating key factors that determine a target market’s willingness to pay, businesses can effectively hack their existing model, thereby increasing asking price and sales volume. It’s simple psychology. This book explains the unique internal and external factors that control consumer purchase behavior; how to increase pricing without sacrificing sales volume; how to identify the right customers for products and save marketing dollars; why pricing does not exist in a vacuum and how the set-and-forget approach is a recipe for failure; why lowering prices and offering frequent discounts seldomly translates into greater purchasing volume; and how price sets an expectation of quality and benefit or lack thereof. The author advises to approach consumer behavior through a psychological mindset, not an entrepreneurial one.
The product might be right, the marketing strategy might be right and the branding be right, but if the pricing is off, the business will suffer. It’s essential to value a product correctly.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637351178
Success Mindsets: How Top Entrepreneurs Succeed in Business and Life
by Alinka Rutkowska, Nedra J. Barr, Catherine Bassick et al.
This anthology explores the thought process, attitude and approach of leading entrepreneurs. The difference between success and failure is how people face problems.
This book brings together advice from several dozen exceptional leaders, ranging from CEOs to champions to game-changers. Each chapter reveals methods for developing the right approach to achieve success.
The book looks at several different elements of the success mindset, including adaptability, growth, drive, learning and self-compassion. Minds are more effective when they are open. Someone can always adapt a mindset to the situation in pursuit of particular goals.
One of the collection's standout qualities is its emphasis on the individuality of the success journey. It underscores that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to success... — Readers’ Favorite Honors: seen on MarketWatchCategory: Business
ISBN: 978-1637350928
In case you missed the books featured in the last newsletter, here they are again:
FICTION
Nine Days in Rome
by Julian Gould
Atticus Winterle, a laid-off senior executive from the U.S., accepts a temporary job chaperoning 16 high-school students and their teachers from Atlanta during their visit to Rome. Despite the chaos that ensues, he uses his skills and local resources to keep the group on track and out of trouble.
The book offers a profound exploration of the impact of bad parenting on America’s youth, reflected in the students’ behavior during the trip. Amidst the challenges of managing a group of teenagers, romance finds a way to bloom, adding a touch of sweetness to the tumultuous journey. While the events chronicled in the book may seem like a wild weekend in Las Vegas, the experiences lead to significant personal growth. The characters in the novel learn and grow in response to challenging circumstances. The book demonstrates how surprising bonds can form and connections can be made when people from different spheres are brought together.
The author’s captivating descriptions of Roman landmarks, art and architecture transport readers to the heart of Rome, making them feel as if they are exploring the city alongside the group. The trip, however, is not without its crises. Factors common to teenagers worldwide, such as drugs, hormones and depression, unleash a series of challenges that must be handled.
Gould’s immersive storytelling and rich character development exemplify the transformative power of travel and human connection while reminding us that even amid chaos, there is beauty, growth and the hope of unexpected bonds. — BookTribHonors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Literature & Fiction
ISBN: 978-1637350119
NON-FICTION
UNLEASH the potential and make it happen
by Patrick Steiner
This guide to thriving in the digital world is tailored for businesses and leaders. A practical handbook, it demystifies the digital landscape with real-world solutions, such as the Digital Success Canvas and the Digital Pulse Check, for evaluation and planning.
More than just a book, this is a toolkit for transformation. Featuring pragmatic levers and modules for digital success, it converts theory into action, providing a structured approach to implementing digital strategies. It demonstrates how to navigate complexities with ease and make informed decisions.
This guide is an accessible companion for turning digital challenges into victories. It shows not only how to survive but to thrive in the digital age, leveraging every opportunity with confidence and clarity. The book is not an endpoint but a gateway — a gateway to a world of digital excellence, collaboration and continuous growth.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-3952598818
Lead To Disrupt: 7 Keys To Success In The Changing World
by Kumar R. Parakala
In a world transformed by disruptive forces such as rapid technological advances, geopolitical tensions, climate change and demographic shifts, the very foundations of business and society are being reshaped in unforeseen and unpredictable ways. Traditional leadership models are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of this dynamic environment.
The author asks what kind of leaders are needed to navigate the relentless pace of such changes. He delves into this urgent question, offering profound insights and practical strategies for thriving amidst constant transformation.
This book is a clarion call for a new paradigm of leadership — one that not only adapts to disruption, but also harnesses it to drive meaningful change. It provides essential tools to master the art of disruptive leadership.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352618
Habits of Success: What Top Entrepreneurs Routinely Do in Business and in Life
by Christina Alva, Muhammad Arif Anis et al.
This book delves into the essence of luminary leaders — individuals who, despite having no set title or singular creed, command attention through their sheer presence and instinctive leadership.
Bringing together authors, speakers, business owners and entrepreneurs, this book serves as a comprehensive roadmap to discovering and mastering leadership characteristics. Through a rich tapestry of personal narratives, business insights and hard-earned wisdom, the authors draw on extensive and varied career experience to illuminate a pathway towards success. The book delves into the core components of leadership in the context of global pandemics, supply chain shortages, war and a declining global econThis insightful book, co-authored by a team of successful entrepreneurs, provides a rare glimpse into the routines and behaviors that contribute to success in both business and life.
Drawing from the experiences of more than 40 industry leaders, this book offers practical advice on defining success, taking risks, adapting to change, planning for collaboration and embracing personal growth.
Whether just starting out or looking to elevate current endeavors, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to emulate the habits of top entrepreneurs.
Bold, gripping and resourceful… [it] provides contemporary solutions for the challenges that entrepreneurs face today... — Readers’ FavoriteHonors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637350379
Multifamily Apartment Syndications: The Truth about Buying and Selling Your First Value-Add Building
by Chris Roberts
In this book, the author draws on his extensive experience making money for himself and his investors in the real-estate sector to explain how he invests in multifamily value-add projects.
The author explains how to create and build a company with which to purchase and renovate existing multifamily properties, outlining how to source and negotiate multifamily deals with high-profit potential. He provides a step-by-step description of how his company purchased, renovated, and sold a Class C multifamily property for a ROI substantially greater than anticipated. The book provides a comprehensive recipe for learning the skills necessary to purchase, rehab and sell value-add multifamily property.
This book demystifies the process of investing in value-add multifamily real estate, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in learning how investors can profit from this asset class. It includes the story of how the author went from earning uninspiring returns in the stock market to making substantial sums of money running a real-estate company investing in multifamily apartment buildings.
Offers a step-by-step format of investing in multifamily apartments with great details… a thought-provoking read… — Readers’ FavoriteHonors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352366
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