Best Independent Books October 31
We are delighted to recommend the following books from the independent publishing sector.
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
In case you missed the books featured in the last newsletter, here they are again:
FICTION
Camilla Learns to Shine
by Elizabeth Connell Lewis and Mark S. Lewis
Camilla is no ordinary cuttlefish. She looks different from the others and cannot swim as fast as the cuttlefish and squid around her. Worried about her appearance, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Along the way, Camilla learns to appreciate her special body type and unique abilities as she meets new friends near her ocean home. As she navigates the vibrant underwater world, she encounters various sea creatures who teach her valuable lessons about self-acceptance and the importance of embracing one’s uniqueness. Through her interactions, she discovers that her differences make her special and that true beauty comes from within.
This charming tale not only entertains but also educates young readers about marine life, fostering a love for the ocean and its inhabitants. Camilla’s heartwarming story celebrates diversity, resilience and the joy of helping others.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Children's
ISBN: 978-1637353219
NON-FICTION
Your True Power: The Key to Your Amazing Life
by Trissa Tismal-Capili
In this book, 14 ordinary but remarkable women come together to share the stories — 100 percent raw and authentic — of how they overcame their biggest and darkest challenges by embracing their true power.
With richly vibrant voices from many backgrounds illustrating one and the same message, there’s plenty of inspiration to help people unlock their lives. The women tell of going from being an overwhelmed high achiever to moving into the state of flow; finding infinite possibilities after losing everything; going from treating the body as a burden to treating it as a guide; pivoting from seeking externally to looking within; going from saying “I'm not enough” to declaring “I am the answer”; finding freedom from codependency; and going from stating “This is the end” to proclaiming “The best is yet to come!”
The women featured are Suyen Angbetic Bailey, Leslie Sandra Black, Debbie Shuman Espinoza, Heather Ann Fink, Fiorella Garibaldi, Dawn Gomez, Sandra Ann Grant, Aurora Hood Hammond, Judith Krug, Barbara Harumi Otis, Silvia Rios, Dionnie Simone, Trissa Tismal-Capili and Gale Ziccarelli.
Honors: seen on CBS and NBC
Category: Self-Help
ISBN: 978-1637353110
The Cybersecurity Spiral of Failure - and How to Break Out of It
by Jean-Christophe Gaillard
This book is a deep dive into the persistent issues plaguing cybersecurity practices in large firms. Despite massive investments, these practices have stagnated for 20 years.
The author argues that the root of the problem lies not in lack of funds or awareness, but in a culture that prioritizes short-term thinking and treats security as an add-on rather than a priority. Using real-world examples, the book illustrates how crises often lead to knee-jerk decisions that undermine long-term success. It posits that the solution is not in new products, but in a thorough examination of past failures, gaining stakeholder buy-in and executing cohesive plans over the medium-to-long term.
Security leaders will find practical guidance on assembling empowered teams, articulating visions and maintaining momentum even when priorities shift. For top executives looking to break the cycle of frustration and breaches, this book offers a blueprint for establishing a governance model that safeguards the organization for years to come.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352496
Luminary Leadership
by Alinka Rutkowska, Fadwa Albawardi 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 economy. It provides guidance on how to incorporate various communication styles, software upgrades and sales strategies into an existing business structure. It also explores why the concept of leadership has changed for good and what role that will play in shaping the next generation of high-functioning professionals. Real-life case studies highlight the efficacy of leveraging leadership talents and investing back into a team.
The book offers insights on how to optimize the daily operations of a business, offering leaders the freedom and flexibility to chase down the next big innovation. Finally, it presents the key questions leaders should be asking if they want to maximize their leadership potential for the greatest impact.
So many amazing stories and applicable lessons... a treasure chest of knowledge, wisdom and leadership lessons — Readers’ FavoriteHonors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352014
Brain Habits: The Science of Subconscious Success
by Phillip John Campbell
This book takes a revolutionary look at how the principles of neuroscience can radically reshape the way people understand how they think, learn, and adapt.
Using relatable stories, the author unpacks the enigma of the brain and all it can become. This is a book for the curious, whose minds are unsatisfied by limitations. The author describes the nature of conscious mind habits and subconscious thinking habits, and explains how they shape cognitive derailers and cognitive strengths. He tells why fluid thinking is the secret ingredient that propels performance and underpins adaptability and learning agility.
This book is an invitation to understand the enigma of the brain, the reality of brain balance and how fluid thinking impacts sustained behavioral change, adaptabilit, and learning agility.
Campbell writes in accessible language and provides intriguing frameworks and stories to help readers understand brain science better. — Readers’ FavoriteHonors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Science & Math
ISBN: 979-8990151703
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