The Knave and the Moon Brings Gothic Romantasy Back Into Focus
Rachel Gillig’s gothic romantasy sequel brings curses, public tournaments, dark-academia atmosphere, and a slow-burn romance back to the world of Traum.
The Carnegie Habit Behind John Paul DeJoria’s Success
John Paul DeJoria explains how Dale Carnegie’s people-first principles helped shape a sales career, a business empire, and a lasting view of success.
Why Bill Nye’s Favorite Book Is Really About Better Teaching
A fifth grader discovers the story of a self-taught mathematician who navigated by the stars, and a lifelong passion for science begins.
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan Explains Why Attack on Titan Feels Political
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan explains how Attack on Titan explores political conflict, propaganda, systemic oppression, and historical trauma.
Leader or Manager? The Reinvention Shift That Matters
Every organization operates on a specific frequency. Just as metronomes on a shared wooden board align their swings until they tick as one, a team naturally adopts the emotional…
Power of Choice: The Ultimate Guide to Reclaiming Agency
As Albert Camus famously wrote, “There is but one truly serious philosophical problem—and that is suicide.” Why would a discussion on high-level leadership begin with such a dark premise? Because at its absolute core, suicide represents the extreme end of an external locus of control. It is the ultimate, tragic outcome of a mind whose…
Victoria Aveyard Reveals Tolkien’s Impact on Tempest in 2026
In this interview, fantasy author Victoria Aveyard discusses how J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings shaped her writing career and creative worldview. Aveyard breaks down Tolkien’s legacy, explores the mechanics of high-fantasy world-building, and offers insights into her daily writing process. She also shares an exclusive preview of her fantasy novel Tempest and its…
Did Middle-earth Really Change Victoria Aveyard’s Writing?
Victoria Aveyard’s journey as a storyteller is deeply rooted in classic fantasy literature. In a recent interview, the bestselling author revealed how reading J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings forever altered her life and creative path. The iconic trilogy mattered deeply to Aveyard because it ignited her desire to build her own worlds. Reading…
Finding Identity: Mike Drucker and Convenience Store Woman
In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris Collins sits down with Emmy-nominated writer, producer, and comedian Mike Drucker—whose eclectic resume includes naming the iconic Zelda character Groose and getting “killed by the Terminator.” He’s also the author of Good Game, No Rematch, a deeply personal and sharply funny collection that blends…
