Hey there Bad Asses,
We’ve had a lot of new folks signup to the Bad Ass Bookshelf recently and we wanted to say a HUGE welcome to each and everyone of you. And of course, to say hi to those of you who have been with us a little longer.
For those who are new around here, let’s explain how it works a little:
Towards the each of each month, the Bad Ass Bookshelf votes for the book we’re going to cover in the coming month.
Today, our Bad Ass Bookworm members will have the opportunity to vote for which out of the 3 incredible books below they’d like to read in November. The winning book will be announced next week and our members will chat all month long about the book on our dedicated Discord channel.
At the end of the month, we come together via video call to chat through and review the book we’ve just read.
While it is completely free to be on these emails and see which books we are all reading, the voting as well as participating in the Discord chat and book club calls is exclusive to our paying Bad Ass Bookworm members.
Both monthly and annual subscription options are available (it’s cheaper than Netflix and much better for your brain)
We’d love to see each and everyone of you inside our warm and welcoming community where we discuss how to apply what we’ve learnt reading some of the most powerful and effective books ever written.
So why no join us today!
Don’t forget to see what we’re voting for in November below
Hey there Bad Ass faithfuls!
It’s that time again. Time to vote for our next Bad Ass Bookshelf book!
This month we’ve nominated 3 incredible best selling authors and 3 of their greatest books! No matter which book you guys pick, we’re gonna wind up with an excellent read for November.
But, before you scroll on down to vote, make sure you register to attend our end of month book club call coming up this week on Thursday! We’ll be discussing this month’s amazing read Quit, but Annie Duke.
Details to register are just below!
Happy voting and see you on Thursday!
﹅ The shortlist
For next month, we’ve shortlisted three books that that shape how we grow, adapt, and overcome challenges. Each of these books explores a different side of progress, from the power of perseverance, to the art of thinking ahead, to unlocking potential in ourselves and others. Which one will you be reading with us next month?
1. Grit by Angela Duckworth
What really drives success? Talent or perseverance? Psychologist Angela Duckworth argues that it is not luck or genius that sets people apart, but something far more powerful. Through stories from cadets at West Point, teachers in tough schools, and business leaders who refuse to quit, she reveals how passion and persistence can outlast raw ability. Grit challenges everything we think we know about what it takes to achieve. If you enjoyed Quit last month, this one is the perfect counterpoint and will have you questioning when it is worth pushing through and when it is not.
» Check it out on goodreads
2. Upstream by Dan Heath
We spend so much of our lives reacting to problems rather than preventing them. In Upstream, Dan Heath explores why we fall into this trap and how the best leaders and organisations learn to look ahead. Through real world examples, from public health to business to education, he shows how small shifts in thinking can stop crises before they ever begin. This is an inspiring, practical book about changing your perspective, solving problems at their root, and building systems that work better for everyone.
» Check it out on goodreads
What if greatness is not about being naturally gifted but about how we grow and adapt along the way? In his latest book, Adam Grant explores the science of improvement and the hidden factors that help people rise. From how we learn and practice, to the environments that bring out the best in us, Grant draws on powerful research and personal stories to show that potential is not fixed but developed. It is an uplifting and thought provoking read that will leave you rethinking what achievement really means and how to unlock more of it in yourself and others.
» Check it out on goodreads
● Vote now
It’s time to choose November’s book!
Which book should we dive into next? Cast your vote now, and the winning book will be announced on Monday next week.
Want a say in what we read next?
Only our paid members, the Bad Ass Bookworms, get to vote for next month’s book. Now’s your chance to upgrade and make your voice heard.
Become a Bad Ass Bookworm today and help shape what we read next.
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What Bad Ass Bookshelf members are saying
We’re building an incredible community over on our Bad Ass Bookshelf Discord channel where around 120 of you have joined in the fun.
Here’s a little snippet of the conversation going on over there:
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These comments come straight from our private Discord community, where our Bad Ass Bookworms chat all month long.
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♦︎ Next book club call
We're so excited to host our next Bad Ass Bookshelf bookclub call to discuss Quit at the end October! Call details below:
Date: Thursday 30th October
Time: 17:00 GMT (12:00 EST / 09:00 PST)
Participation in our monthly bookclub calls is exclusive to our Bad Ass Bookworm members. Join today!
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