Kevin Dickinson

Neuroscientist Rachel Barr shares her favorite books on the brain and how they shaped her approach to her field.

In "That Book Is Dangerous," Adam Szetela examines how cultural pressure tries to control what books authors can write and readers can read.

These books try to answer the questions of consciousness, from its fundamental nature to its role in human experience and the natural world.

Or, how I learned to stop worrying and love my tsundoku.

From books written by Tolstoy and Calvino, these classics offer insights and meditations on timeless themes, without the time commitment.

In "Dinner with King Tut," Sam Kean examines how a burgeoning field is recreating ancient tasks to uncover historical truths.

The Gospels aren’t historical biographies but genre-defining works that blend myth, theology, and a promise of hope.

Edward Fishman's new book, "Chokepoints," explores how the U.S. reimagined economic warfare to achieve success without military force.

Ethan Kross, psychologist and author of Shift, explains how our negative emotions help us live safely and well.

Caitlin Rivers wants to tell the story of epidemiology and the public health heroes who keep the world safe and healthy.

Psychotherapist Israa Nasir explains how a “value-aligned life” can free us from toxic productivity and the need to always accomplish more.

From Einstein to Twain, Garson O’Toole investigates the truth behind your favorite — and often misattributed — viral quotes.

At 16 years old, Edith Eva Eger was imprisoned at Auschwitz. Today, she is a psychologist who has helped many people overcome their trauma.

The great novelist didn’t burn himself out — but learned when to put his work down. His strategy is now known as the "Hemingway effect."

After almost 100 years, "How to Win Friends and Influence People" author Dale Carnegie is still teaching us lessons.

Recognition maintains relationships and promotes engagement, but our innate desire for it may nurture unhealthy work cultures.

Terri Sjodin discusses common public speaking mistakes and how to fix to create a more confident, authentic presentation.

Psychologist Mary C. Murphy explains why growth-mindset teams outperform those centered around a lone genius.

According to Harvard career advisor Gorick Ng, this time-saving system can help us reclaim our work-life sanity.

Memories aren’t mental recordings. They are mental information designed to keep our thinking nimble and helps us better manage the future.