Bill Gates Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
Gabrielle ZevinI really related to the story—in fact, it reminded me a lot of my relationship with Paul Allen and our work together at Microsoft. Tomorrow was one of the biggest books of last year, and it’s easy to see why. Zevin is a great writer who makes you care deeply about her characters.
Paperback, 2024
$19.00Member price:$9.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Seveneves
Neal StephensonSeveneves reminded me of all the things I love about science fiction. It is a great novel to get lost in, learn from, and think about. More than anything else, it has me thinking I should get back to reading sci-fi again.
Paperback, 2016
$23.99Member price:$11.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Overstory
Richard PowersIf you are in the mood for something that stimulates your thinking instead of providing answers, though, you’ll love The Overstory. It’s very well-written and takes twists you wouldn’t expect.
Paperback, 2019
$18.95Member price:$9.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
How to Prevent the Next Pandemic
Bill GatesI’ve written a book about how we can make sure the world never suffers through something like COVID-19 again...The world now understands how seriously we should take pandemics, and momentum is on our side.
Paperback, 2023
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When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows . . .: Common Knowledge and the Mysteries of Money, Power, and Everyday Life
Steven PinkerFew people explain the mysteries of human behavior better than Steven Pinker, and his latest book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about how people communicate... the book is readable and practical, and it made me see everyday social interactions in a new light.
Hardcover, 2025
$30.00Member price:$15.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
Matthew WalkerI read a couple of great books this year about human behavior, and this was one of the most interesting and profound…If your New Year’s resolution is to be healthier in 2020, his advice is a good place to start.
Paperback, 2018
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Hamnet
Maggie O'FarrellIt’s surprisingly easy to read, even though the subject matter is heavy. I would describe it as emotional rather than depressing…O’Farrell has done a remarkable job crossing that line and imagining how real life may have influenced one of history’s greatest plays.
Paperback, 2021
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All the Light We Cannot See
Anthony DoerrI just watched the series All the Light We Cannot See on Netflix. I had read the book, which is amazing, sometimes an adaptation of a book you love can be disappointing. That’s not the case here—the series is just as good.
Paperback, 2017
$18.99Member price:$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading
Chris AndersonIf you want to help create a more equitable world but don’t know where to start, ‘Infectious Generosity’ is for you.
Hardcover, 2024
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The Lincoln Highway
Amor TowlesI’ve been a fan of @amortowles for a few years now and his recent novel The Lincoln Highway is fantastic. Set in 1954, he uses the story of two brothers to show that our personal journeys are never as linear or predictable as we might hope...
Paperback, 2023
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