Here are the books I finished reading in 2025. If I had to pick my top three they would probably be: The Scout Mindset Apple in China 1929 The Scout Mindset hit a certain rational/psychological niche of mine. It gave me a new way to think of intellectually moving through the world. Apple In China was fascinating from a historical/business standpoint, while also scratching an itch of Apple interest. 1929 was just a great financial history book, that didn’t get lost in the details, but did an excellent job shedding light on the characters who were involved in the crash

I recently finished reading John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs. I thoroughly enjoyed this book by Ian Leslie about the writing collaboration and partnership between John Lennon and Paul McCartney. I’ve been a fan of The Beatles for over 15 years now, and they became one of my favorite bands. This book added a lot of insight and depth to my understanding of their songwriting craft, the development of the Beatles, the breakup, and aftermath of the 70’s as well as John Lennon’s murder in 1980.

You’re a Republican, having a casual conversation at the YMCA with someone you know only as Bob, who happens to be a Democrat. You’re discussing your latest work project when the topic shifts to a recent school shooting. Bob suddenly says, “Can you believe how these Republicans won’t do anything about gun violence? They don’t care one iota about our children.” Immediately, you feel that tightness in your gut. You tense up, defensive.

A busy reader reflects on completing “The Dead Zone” by Stephen King, appreciating its exploration of the emotional and physical toll of having supernatural powers.