Best Independent Books April 10
We are delighted to recommend the following books from the independent publishing sector.
FICTION
A Climate of Chaos: This Parched Earth
by Nawtej Dosanjh
In a near-future world in which water equals power, climate expert Mark Wells is running out of time. His revolutionary water-sharing network in East Africa offers hope to millions struggling to survive devastating droughts. When Wells stumbles upon a deep-rooted conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of global power, he finds himself in a battle not just for his project but for his life.
From Ethiopia’s barren landscapes to Washington’s corridors of influence, from desperate water refugees at the U.S.-Mexico border to Russian satellite deception, Wells must navigate treacherous international intrigue while dodging assassins and facing betrayals that threaten to unravel everything. As waves of climate refugees trigger worldwide instability, those determined to control Earth’s most precious resource will stop at nothing to maintain their grip on power.
Blending cutting-edge science with electrifying suspense, this gripping political thriller portrays a disturbingly plausible future, in which water is humanity’s most sought-after and deadly weapon.
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Category: Literature & Fiction
ISBN: 978-1637353776
NON-FICTION
Finding A Perfect Audience: Cracking the Social Media Code
by John Edmonds Kozma
In this insightful guide, the author reveals proven strategies and timeless principles to help businesses attract and connect with the people who truly matter. Combining practical advice with innovative techniques, this book offers a universal approach to using social media content to build influence and collect meaningful data.
This book is a step-by-step roadmap to create powerful connections that can revolutionize business. The author teaches how to identify a perfect audience with clarity and precision and engage with it; to harness the law of attraction to bring in ideal customers or fans; and to master the tone and timing that resonate in today's digital world. The book provides valuable insights on leveraging demographics to unlock the full potential of a social media presence.
Complete with actionable advice and interactive exercises, this book empowers entrepreneurs, creatives, marketers and professionals to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
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Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637353691
Who Moved My Data?: Data-Driven Strategies In Modern Finance
by Craig Fookes and Greg Hood
The role of finance is evolving. No longer confined to spreadsheets and traditional accounting, today’s finance professionals must become data-driven and data-savvy to thrive. This book offers a clear roadmap for navigating this transformation, equipping emerging and seasoned professionals with the tools to embrace data as a core asset.
The authors explore how finance can take ownership of data rather than relying on IT, highlighting the industry’s pioneers who are leading the data revolution. Through compelling success stories, they illustrate how finance professionals have leveraged data to drive strategic decisions and organizational growth. The book delves into actionable insights and data strategies tailored for finance.
This is a practical guide to integrating data into everyday workflows. The authors provide a forward-looking perspective on the future of finance, including the growing impact of artificial intelligence.
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Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637353745
From Rebel To Radical Innovator: Leading The Transformation Through Circularity
by Albin Kaelin
The author’s work embodies the core principles of sustainability, offering a solid framework for industries aiming to become more environmentally responsible and resilient.
This book provides readers the opportunity to learn from an industry veteran celebrated for his contributions to sustainable practices. Readers can master the transition from linear to circular thinking, achieving significant environmental and economic gains. They will discover methods to overhaul management systems and foster groundbreaking innovation, while exploring how industries can shift from rebellious upstarts to leading pioneers of sustainable change. Furthermore, the importance of consumer engagement in driving the sustainability journey is emphasized, highlighting the collective effort required for meaningful transformation.
This book empowers readers to redefine their business practices, create positive impacts, and lead the charge in the sustainability revolution.
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Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352847
Retirement Runway: A Story about Family and Legacy
by Joseph A. Clark CFP
In this book, a wise grandfather and his 18-year-old grandson engage in heartfelt conversations about family, life and the bedrock for constructing a lasting financial legacy.
This isn’t a dry textbook. Within these pages, there is a personal story; a beacon illuminating the essential principles of personal finance, the celebration of family bonds and the roadmap for shaping the legacy people aspire to leave behind.
The author describes three phases of people’s financial journey. Accumulation is like loading onto an airplane and taking off. The preservation stage is like flying at 30,000 feet. The landing is the distribution phase when the assets that have been saved are put to use. Decisions made today will have an impact for generations to come.
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Category: Self-Help
ISBN: 978-1637352700
In case you missed the books featured in the last newsletter, here they are again:
NON-FICTION
Plainify AI: Simple For A Novice, Useful For A Pro
by Cupid Chan
This book explores the world of artificial intelligence, using relatable analogies and a mix of humor and insight. It turns complex AI ideas into everyday conversations, making artificial intelligence clear and practical for everyone.
The author helps leaders understand AI’s impact and how to apply it in the real world, delivering clear explanations and relatable examples. In Chapter Two, he even uses a food analogy to explain data feeding, making complex concepts easy to digest and fun to learn. For those who want to dig deeper, there are profound insights into the field.
This book masterfully demystifies AI, transforming intricate concepts into crystal-clear insights. This isn't just another technical manual — it's an enlightening journey that makes the transformative power of AI accessible to everyone.
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Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637353455
The Funding Framework: Secure Startup Funding With Confidence
by Vijay Rajendran
This guide is packed with actionable insights and expert strategies to empower founders at any stage of their fundraising process. Whether they're navigating equity, debt or a tailored mix, this book equips them to choose the best options for the particular needs of their startups.
This book provides insider knowledge of investor dynamics and shows how to engage effectively with angel investors and venture capitalists. The author explains what people truly look for in potential investments and how to position businesses for success. He details proven strategies to craft compelling pitches, avoid common fundraising pitfalls, and close deals with confidence. He shares behind-the-scenes feedback by investors about pitches. This book helps to simplify the complexities of term sheets and cap tables so as to secure favorable terms during negotiations.
Combining practical advice with deep insights into the world of fundraising, this book offers founders the tools to propel their startups forward. Instead of leaving their funding success to chance, they can take control of their future with this helpful resource.
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Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637353394
Leadership DNA: Shaping A Thriving Business Culture
by Alinka Rutkowska, Deepak Bhootra, Brandon C. Blewett et al.
This book showcases the real stories, insights and strategies of successful leaders across industries. This compelling anthology explores whether great leaders are born or made and provides practical examples of how they overcome adversity to inspire change.
It features contributions from entrepreneurs, corporate executives and industry visionaries. Insights include how an entrepreneur revived her business by focusing on mental health and fostering resilience within her team, illustrating the importance of well-being in leadership. Another contribution tells how a co-founder scaled his startup from zero to $1 million in just six months by leading with adaptability and purpose, offering key lessons in rapid growth. One of the leaders describes how she broke through barriers in male-dominated industries, transforming challenges into opportunities with inclusive leadership, offering invaluable insight into overcoming adversity. The book also explains how corporate leaders turned disengaged teams into high performers, using empathy and values-driven leadership to create positive cultures that boost engagement and success.
This anthology brings together a diverse range of leadership experiences and real-world examples, offering readers actionable insights and tools for fostering innovation, navigating complex challenges and creating thriving business cultures.
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Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637353493
Navigating B2B: Master Your Industry, Your Business, and Yourself
by Steve Ferreira
This book is an insightful guide for professionals looking to excel in the B2B landscape. It contains a unique blend of hilarious, powerful and profound stories that encapsulate the most impactful business lessons learned from a life of entrepreneurial adventure.
The author shares his unorthodox yet effective strategies for mastering B2B relationships and standing out in a competitive market. He teaches how to leverage creativity, charisma and communication skills to transform professional relationships and navigate through the myriad obstacles of the business world. Understand how elements of theatricality are an asset in professional relationships. He explains how to develop the mental fortitude to accept rejection without internalizing the result as a measurement of entrepreneurial worth.
In this book, the author maintains that to reach the highest levels of professional success, it’s necessary to embrace the unconventional. The book contains a unique blend of hilarious, powerful and profound stories that encapsulate the most impactful business lessons learned from a life of entrepreneurial adventure.
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Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352472
Love Is the Foundation: Unlock the Healing Power of Love and Discover Your True Self
by A'sha Love
Drawing on ancient wisdom and modern science, this book reveals how consciousness can shape the world.
The book offers mind-opening ideas and techniques that empower people to transform life in profound ways. It provides practical exercises and real-world examples to help people tap into the power of their thoughts, beliefs and emotions to create the reality they desire.
With insights from the author, a leading expert in the field of mindfulness and personal transformation, this book is a journey of self-discovery and transformation that has the potential to leave people inspired and empowered.
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Category: Religion & Spirituality
ISBN: 978-1637351970
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