Serena Williams didn’t become the greatest of all time by accident. Yes, there were serves, sprints, and sweat—but behind the trophies and the grit is a sharp, hungry mind that never stops learning. Off the court, Serena is a quiet bookworm, turning to stories, ideas, and voices that challenge her to think bigger, push harder,…
Few people navigate power and vulnerability with as much clarity as Sheryl Sandberg. From the boardrooms of Silicon Valley to stages across the world, the former Meta COO and Lean In author has consistently championed conversations around leadership, loss, resilience, and equity. Her 2025 reading list is no different. These aren’t just books to read—they're…
Few celebrities have worn as many hats—as successfully—as Tom Hanks. Beloved actor, director, screenwriter, and even typewriter collector, Hanks is a man of depth, curiosity, and storytelling finesse. But what many may not realize is how deeply books have shaped his worldview and creative expression.
An avid reader with a quiet literary wisdom, Hanks approaches…
When you think of crime fiction, one name rises above them all—Agatha Christie. Known as the “Queen of Crime,” she transformed the detective novel into an art form, weaving intricate puzzles that captivated millions. But Christie’s genius didn’t appear overnight. Her life and imagination were inseparable from the stories she created, each book a stepping…
If there’s one thing Matthew McConaughey does well—besides delivering iconic movie lines and living life with contagious swagger—it’s thinking deeply. The Oscar-winning actor, philosopher-at-heart, and bestselling author of Greenlights has always danced to the beat of his own bongo drum, and his bookshelf is no different. His 2025 reading list is equal parts soulful, sharp-witted,…
Malala Yousafzai has always believed in the power of books to transform the world—because they transformed hers. From a childhood spent reading in the Swat Valley to becoming a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and global education advocate, Malala’s relationship with stories has been deeply personal, healing, and revolutionary.
Her 2025 book recommendations reflect that same…
When Andrew Luck walked away from the NFL in 2019, he didn’t just leave behind touchdowns and tackles—he stepped into a world where books, not playbooks, take center stage. The former quarterback has quietly built a reputation as one of the most thoughtful readers in sports, curating book recommendations that are as intellectually rigorous as…
If Reese Witherspoon puts it on her book list, you know it’s good. From gripping thrillers to emotionally rich literary fiction, Reese’s picks never miss—and her 2025 list might be her most empowering yet. Through her Hello Sunshine book club, Reese has built a literary empire that champions women’s voices, unforgettable characters, and stories that…
Warren Buffett reads the way most people scroll Instagram—daily, obsessively, and with astonishing focus. Long before TikTok book clubs or billionaire booklists became a trend, Buffett was already devouring hundreds of pages before breakfast. For him, reading isn’t a hobby—it’s a superpower. And every year, his recommendations offer a rare peek into the mindset of…
Whether she’s passing books down to her daughters or pulling strength from Mandela’s words, Michelle’s reading life is full of grace and grit. These are stories of becoming, of breaking, of healing