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Capitalism for All
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Capitalism for All

By John Hoyt Bryant

May 4, 2026

Editor’s Note:  Like my quote of the month, this book leans a bit too left for me and yet, for the same reason it resonates.  Our society is currently strained...
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The Cost of Discipleship
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The Cost of Discipleship

By Dietrich Bonhoeffer

March 2, 2026

The Christian theology of this book is important to me but for those of any faith, its deeper message is: “Faith and action are inseparable, especially when faced with injustice”....
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Strangers In Time
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Strangers In Time

By David Baldacci

February 9, 2026

Editor’s note: I’ve probably read half or more of Baldacci’s books.  He’s a terrific storyteller who is able to cover a great range of story types from crime thrillers to...
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What If It All Goes Right?
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What If It All Goes Right?

By Scarlet Keys

January 6, 2026

Book of The Month: “What If It All Goes Right?” by Scarlet Keys Editor’s note:  This is a fabulous, easy-to-read, morale-boosting book for anyone who needs a lift.  Keys’ simple...
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1929
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1929

By Andrew Ross Sorkin

December 2, 2025

Book of The Month: “1929” by Andrew Ross Sorkin, who also wrote "Too Big to Fail" Editor’s Note:  Because my parents went through the Great Depression, I thought I knew...
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5 Types of Wealth
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5 Types of Wealth

By Sahil Bloom

October 29, 2025

Book of The Month: “5 Types of Wealth” by Sahil Bloom Editor’s notes: I’ve enjoyed many books regarding the value of time and wealth but none describe as thoughtfully and...
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Startup Communities
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Startup Communities

By Brad Feld

October 20, 2025

Editor’s note:  Feld’s writing is thorough and accessible.  It reflects the foundation’s experience in economic gardening in our own hometown “to a t”.   Favorite excerpt – if you read nothing...
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My Friends
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My Friends

By Fredrik Backman

September 29, 2025

Editor’s notes: Thanks to my pal, Joe Gibson, for the heads-up on this one. While reading, I highlighted dozens of humorous and poignant quotes—it's that kind of book. Any Backman...
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5 Types of People Who Can Ruin Your Life
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5 Types of People Who Can Ruin Your Life

By Bill Eddy

August 29, 2025

Editor’s note:  My sisters and I have been discovering that age brings wisdom that mostly escaped us in our younger years. This book, and the people it describes, have been...
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Bad Days in History
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Bad Days in History

By Michael Farquhar

August 5, 2025

Editor’s note:  You’ll need a strong stomach if you choose to read this since many of the bad days described are matters of barbarism, particularly those from earlier centuries.  But...
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On Becoming a McCarthy
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On Becoming a McCarthy

By Timothy F. McCarthy

June 6, 2025

Editor’s note:  This book will never be published for more than my immediate family and a few partners and friends but…should you wish to peek in on 200 years of...
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The Mysterious Case
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The Mysterious Case

By Douglas Brunt

April 28, 2025

Book of The Month: “The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel”, by Douglas Brunt Editor’s Note: The past few years, I’ve enjoyed travelling into non-fiction history with a twist; true stories...
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Vanderbilt
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Vanderbilt

By Anderson Cooper

March 31, 2025

Book of The Month: “Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty”, by Anderson Cooper Editor’s Note: I’m not much for reading about celebrity excess and therefore you may want...
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The Demon of Unrest
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The Demon of Unrest

By Erik Larson

March 3, 2025

Book of The Month: “The Demon of Unrest”, by Erik Larson Larson adds great research to his ability as a great storyteller. He makes actual history more interesting. While it...
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I Moved Your Cheese
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I Moved Your Cheese

By Deepak Malhotra

February 3, 2025

Book of The Month: “I Moved Your Cheese”, by Deepak Malhotra Editor’s note: Each Christmas my dear friend, Sister Maureen Burke, gives me brain food, usually more than one book....
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I am Pilgrim
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I am Pilgrim

By Terry Hayes

December 30, 2024

Book of The Month: "I am Pilgrim" by Terry Hayes Editor’s note: I love mysteries and thrillers that are deep, filled with varied characters, cover the world with fast-paced portrayals...
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The Good News You May Have Missed
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The Good News You May Have Missed

By Angus Hervey

December 2, 2024

Book of The Month: "The Good News You May Have Missed" by Angus Hervey Editor’s note: No, it’s not a book, it is an 8-minute TED talk. Dr. Hervey is...
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When Breath Becomes Air
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When Breath Becomes Air

By Paul Kalanithi Editor

October 31, 2024

Book of The Month: "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi Editor’s note: Don’t read this if death freaks you out. If you’re excited about “running through the tape”, like...
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The Nickel Boys
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The Nickel Boys

By Colson Whitehead Editor

September 30, 2024

Book of The Month: "The Nickel Boys" by Colson Whitehead Editor’s note: This is the third Whitehead book I’ve featured. After enjoying his fictional character portrayals of 1970’s Harlem, I...
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A World Undone
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A World Undone

By G.J. Meyer

September 3, 2024

Book of The Month: "A World Undone" by G.J. Meyer Editor’s Note: My dear friend, Brian Bowers, enjoys many occupations.  One is working with the World War I museum in...
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Warren and Bill
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Warren and Bill

By Anthony Mc

August 6, 2024

Book of The Month: "Warren and Bill" by Anthony McCarten Editor’s Note:   McCarten is a playwright, known for “Bohemian Rhapsody”, among other movies. This seems to make his writing...
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