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Evolution’s Greatest Puzzle, Solved
How the tree of life helps scientists see past false similarities and reconstruct our deepest ancestry
7 hrs ago
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Michael Kovnat
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A Five-Step Recipe for Creative Breakthroughs
A handbook for authentic success from the co-founder of Melissa & Doug.
Dec 29
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Michael Kovnat
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11 Books to Look Forward to in 2026
Upcoming titles we're excited about from Michael Pollan, Daniel Coyle, Kate Murphy, Jennifer Breheny Wallace, David Epstein and others
Dec 26
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Panio Gianopoulos
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20 Last-Minute Gift Books for Every Kind of Person in Your Life
'Tis the season to find the right book for every kind of person in your life.
Dec 24
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Panio Gianopoulos
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What Kind of American Are You?
A new book argues that where you are in the country determines how you live—and how you'll die.
Dec 24
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Michael Kovnat
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The Secret History of Wind
Simon Winchester explains how an invisible force has shaped civilization and could determine our future.
Dec 23
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Michael Kovnat
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A Starter Kit to Make Your Finances Bulletproof
Why overdraft fees, confusing products, and financial “mistakes” made by the least informed end up subsidizing perks for the wealthiest—and what a…
Dec 22
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Michael Kovnat
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The 14 Best Psychology Books of 2025
This year we got new insights on belief, choice, emotion, and human behavior—from Steven Pinker, Cass Sunstein, and more.
Dec 21
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Panio Gianopoulos
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The 14 Best Happiness Books of 2025
In anxious, overworked times, happiness requires intention. These 14 books offer tools for building joy, meaning, and emotional resilience.
Dec 20
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Panio Gianopoulos
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The Art and Science of Feeling Alive
From joyful growth to the quiet power of being alone, this week we explored what it really means to flourish in a complicated world.
Dec 19
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Michael Kovnat
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The Power of Being Alone: Why Solitude Is Good for You
Five insights on reconnecting with yourself in an overconnected world
Dec 18
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Michael Kovnat
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From Hustling to Leading: Why Your Old Success Strategy Is Failing You
Leadership plateaus aren’t solved by doing more—they’re solved by examining what you believe.
Dec 17
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Michael Kovnat
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