Notable

DAKboard

Digital Display & Smart Home Dashboard

Customizable display for photos, calendar, news, weather and more. Perfect for digital wall calendars, photo frames, and smart home dashboards. Syncs with Google Calendar, iCloud, Instagram, and other services.

Debian

Operating System

A complete free operating system. Community-driven Linux distribution known for stability, security, and extensive software repositories. Serves as the foundation for many other distributions.

Calibre

E-Book Management

The one-stop solution to all your e-book needs. Comprehensive e-book library management with support for reading, converting, editing, and organizing e-books across all major formats.

KeePassX

Password Manager

Cross-platform password manager with 256-bit AES encryption. Secure personal data management with a light interface, published under the GNU General Public License.

Readwise Reader

Read-it-Later & Highlighting

The first read-it-later app for power readers. Save articles, PDFs, newsletters, RSS feeds, and more to one place with powerful highlighting and annotation tools. Keyboard-based reading with blazingly fast search.

Logseq

Note-Taking & Knowledge Management

Privacy-first, open-source knowledge base that works on local Markdown and Org-mode files. Network your thinking with bi-directional links and powerful graph visualization. Local-first with optional sync.

zNotch

macOS Utility

Toggle control for your M1/M2 MacBook's notch. Sandboxed, no extra permissions required, and Apple-signed. Control via menubar, command line, or Raycast integration for prompt automation.

Bluesnooze

macOS Utility

Prevents your sleeping Mac from connecting to Bluetooth accessories. Automatically switches Bluetooth off when your Mac sleeps and back on when it wakes. Solves the frustrating problem of sleeping Macs connecting to headphones or speakers paired with multiple devices.

VLC media player

Media Player

Free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols.

Plex

Media Streaming

Self-hosted media streaming server and client designed for high-quality audio and video playback, simple library management, and easy sharing with friends and family.

MacBook Pro

Hardware

My daily driver for development. The M-series chips are incredible for both performance and battery life.

Venty Fan

Portable Cooling

The ultimate portable fan. Compact, lightweight, and rechargeable with up to 48 hours battery life.

Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones

Audio

Industry-leading noise cancellation technology. Perfect for travel, work, and immersive listening.

Tile

Tracking Device

Bluetooth trackers for finding keys, wallets, and other essentials. Reliable and easy to use.

Aeronaut 45

Travel Bag

The ultimate one-bag travel duffel. Maximum capacity, intuitive organization, and versatile carry options for extended trips.

Lawnchair

Android Launcher

Open-source Android home screen launcher with customizable features, icon packs, and a clean, intuitive interface. Fast, lightweight, and privacy-focused.

LectroFan Classic White Noise Machine

Sleep & Sound

Adaptive Sound Technologies LectroFan Classic White Noise Machine - Compact Sleep Sound Machine for Bedroom, Travel, Study & More - 20 Non-Looping Fan & White Noise Variations

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens

A timeless tale of redemption and the true meaning of Christmas.

Second Class Citizen

by Buchi Emecheta

Contemporary Fiction/Literary

The classic tale of a Nigerian woman who overcomes strict tribal domination only to encounter the hardships of immigration. In the late 1960's, Adah, a spirited and resourceful woman manages to move her family to London. Seeking an independent life for herself and her children she encounters racism and hard truths about being a new citizen.

Legends & Lattes: A Novel of High Fantasy and Low Stakes

by Travis Baldree

Fantasy/LGBTQ+ Fiction

"It's sweet, beautiful, and, most of all, kind. I hugely recommend this book." (SEANAN MCGUIRE). An Instant New York Times Bestseller and Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2022. A cozy fantasy novel about an orc warrior who decides to hang up her sword and open a coffee shop, featuring themes of friendship, community, and finding peace in unexpected places.

What Men Live By, How Much Land Does A Man Need? & Other Stories

by Leo Tolstoy

Literature & Fiction/Short Stories

Embark on a journey through the moral and philosophical landscapes of Leo Tolstoy's timeless tales. Translated by Louise and Aylmer Maude, this collection offers a profound exploration of the human condition. From the quest for meaning to the allure of materialism, Tolstoy's narratives resonate with timeless wisdom, inviting readers to ponder life's deepest questions and the true measure of human fulfillment.

The House Witch: A Humorous Romantic Fantasy

by Delemhach

Fantasy/Romance

A heartwarming and humorous blend of fantasy, romance, and mystery featuring a witch with domestic powers and the royal household he serves... dinner. When Finlay Ashowan joins the staff of the King and Queen of Daxaria, he's an enigma. No one knows where he comes from or how he came to be where he is, which suits Fin just fine. He's satisfied simply serving as the royal cook, keeping nosy passersby out of his kitchen, and concocting some truly uncanny meals.

Insomnia

by Stephen King

Fiction/Horror

A classic horror novel by Stephen King exploring themes of insomnia, aging, and the hidden realities of the world. This #1 Bestseller follows the story of Ralph Roberts, who begins experiencing severe insomnia after the death of his wife, leading him to witness strange and supernatural events that reveal the hidden workings of the universe.

A Psalm for the Wild-Built

by Becky Chambers

Science Fiction/Philosophy

A gentle, hopeful science fiction novella about a tea monk and a robot who embark on a journey together to answer life's biggest questions. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where robots have gained consciousness and left human society, this Hugo Award-winning book explores themes of purpose, meaning, and what it means to be alive.

The Time Machine

by H.G. Wells

Science Fiction/Classic Literature

A pioneering work of science fiction that follows an inventor who travels to the year 802,701 AD in his time machine. This classic novel explores themes of social evolution, class division, and the future of humanity through the eyes of a Victorian gentleman who witnesses the distant future of Earth.

Sherlock Holmes - The Complete Collection

by Arthur Conan Doyle

Mystery/Detective Fiction

The definitive collection of all Sherlock Holmes stories and novels by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This comprehensive anthology includes all four novels and fifty-six short stories featuring the world's most famous detective and his loyal companion Dr. Watson, showcasing the brilliant deductive reasoning and timeless appeal of these classic mysteries.

The House of Hidden Meanings: A Memoir

by RuPaul

Memoir

The transformational power of facing yourself fearlessly. RuPaul shares intimate stories from his life, exploring identity, self-discovery, and the courage to embrace one's authentic self.

The Nvidia Way: Jensen Huang and the Making of a Tech Giant

by Tae Kim

Business/Technology

The story of Jensen Huang and how he built Nvidia into one of the world's most valuable companies, transforming the tech industry through innovation in graphics processing and artificial intelligence.

Walden; or, Life in the Woods

by Henry David Thoreau

Philosophy/Memoir

A reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings. Part personal declaration of independence, social experiment, voyage of spiritual discovery, and manual for self-reliance. Details Thoreau's experiences over two years living in a cabin near Walden Pond.

Finding Yourself in Transition: Using Life's Changes for Spiritual Awakening

by Robert Brumet

Spirituality/Personal Growth

Discover how to use change as a gateway to greater personal and spiritual growth. Brumet weaves together strands of psychology, Eastern and Western mysticism, Bible interpretation, and personal stories as he gently guides you into new beginnings.

The Spectrum: How to Customize a Way of Eating and Living Just Right for You and Your Family

by Dean Ornish MD and Art Smith

Health & Fitness

A comprehensive guide to personalized nutrition and lifestyle choices for optimal health and well-being.

The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit

by Michael Finkel

History, Americas, United States

The remarkable true story of Christopher Knight, who lived alone in the Maine woods for 27 years.

Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela

by Nelson Mandela

Biography/Politics

The inspiring autobiography of South Africa's first black president and anti-apartheid revolutionary.

Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard

by Chip Heath and Dan Heath

Business/Self-Help/Change Management

A practical framework for making difficult changes in your life, work, and world using psychology and behavioral science.

Who Gets What—and Why: The New Economics of Matchmaking and Market Design

by Alvin E. Roth

Economics/Market Design

From the winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, a fluent and accessible guide to understanding matching markets and how market design can solve real-world problems.

Measuring and Managing Information Risk: A FAIR Approach

by Jack Freund and Jack Jones

Information Security/Risk Management

A proven framework for understanding, measuring, and analyzing information risk using the Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR) methodology. Essential for building or strengthening risk management programs.

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success

by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D.

Psychology/Self-Help/Personal Development

From the renowned psychologist who introduced the world to 'growth mindset' comes this updated edition of the million-copy bestseller. After decades of research, Dweck discovered how success in school, work, sports, the arts, and almost every area of human endeavor can be dramatically influenced by how we think about our talents and abilities.

The Power of Persuasion: How We're Bought and Sold

by Robert Levine

Psychology/Social Science

An engaging, highly readable survey of the sophisticated methods of persuasion we encounter in various situations. From television to telemarketing and from self-deception to suicide cults, Levine takes a hard look at all the ways we attempt to persuade each other—and how and why they work (or don't).

Dropping Ashes on the Buddha: The Teachings of Zen Master Seung Sahn

by Seung Sahn

Religion & Spirituality/Zen Buddhism

The classic guide for Zen students pursuing the true way. This collection presents the teachings of Zen Master Seung Sahn through koans, stories, and dialogues that challenge conventional thinking and guide practitioners toward enlightenment.

Good Strategy Bad Strategy: The Difference and Why It Matters

by Richard Rumelt

Business/Strategic Management

Good Strategy/Bad Strategy clarifies the muddled thinking underlying too many strategies and provides a clear way to create and implement a powerful action-oriented strategy for the real world.

Open

by Andre Agassi

Autobiography/Sports

Far more than a superb memoir about the highest levels of professional tennis, Open is the engrossing story of a remarkable life. Andre Agassi had his life mapped out for him before he left the crib. Groomed to be a tennis champion by his moody and demanding father, by the age of twenty-two Agassi had won the first of his eight grand slams and achieved wealth, celebrity, and the game's highest honors. But as he reveals in this searching autobiography, off the court he was often unhappy and confused, unfulfilled by his great achievements in a sport he had come to resent.

The Hard Thing About Hard Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers

by Ben Horowitz

Business/Entrepreneurship

Ben Horowitz, cofounder of Andreessen Horowitz and one of Silicon Valley's most respected and experienced entrepreneurs, offers essential advice on building and running a startup—practical wisdom for managing the toughest problems business school doesn't cover, based on his popular ben's blog.

A Monastery Within: Tales from the Buddhist Path

by Gil Fronsdal

Religion & Spirituality/Buddhism

Inspired by his years of Buddhist monastic life, Gil Fronsdal has written these warm-hearted stories as part of the tradition of teaching through storytelling. These are tales of transformation and spiritual growth that delight and challenge as they express different facets of the Buddhist path to liberation in familiar, yet fresh and engaging, ways.

Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us

by Michael Moss

Business/Investigative Journalism

"If you had any doubt as to the food industry's complicity in our obesity epidemic, it will evaporate when you read this book." (The Washington Post). This #1 New York Times Bestseller and James Beard Award Winner is a "propulsively written [and] persuasively argued" (The Boston Globe) exposé where a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter uncovers an insidious truth: food companies are deliberately sacrificing our health to raise their own profits.

North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail

by Scott Jurek with Jenny Jurek

Sports/Autobiography

From the author of the bestseller Eat and Run comes a book about his grueling, exhilarating, and immersive run to break the speed record for the Appalachian Trail. Jurek is one of the world's best known and most beloved ultrarunners. Renowned for his remarkable endurance and speed, accomplished on a vegan diet, he's finished first in nearly all of ultrarunning's elite events over the course of his career. But after two decades of racing, training, speaking, and writing, Jurek felt an urgent need to discover something new about himself.

The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers

by Maxwell King

Biography/Entertainment

"A superb, thoughtful biography" of the creator and star of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (David McCullough). Fred Rogers was an enormously influential figure in the history of television and in the lives of tens of millions of children. Through his long-running television program, he was a champion of compassion, equality, and kindness. Rogers was fiercely devoted to children and to taking their fears, concerns, and questions about the world seriously.

Web Application Security, A Beginner's Guide

by Bryan Sullivan and Vincent Liu

Technology/Information Security

Learn how hackers attack your web applications—and how to stop them. End late nights spent fixing vulnerabilities by building security in from the start. Get to know the hackers—or plan on getting hacked. Sullivan and Liu have created a savvy, essentials-based approach to web app security packed with immediately applicable tools for any information security practitioner sharpening his or her tools or just starting out.

The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives

by Matthew K. Sharp and Kyriakos Lambros

Cybersecurity/Business Strategy

An insightful and practical resource for cybersecurity professionals to develop skills for effective communication with senior management and boards. It emphasizes business-aligned cybersecurity, demonstrating how business acumen can deliver meaningful outcomes, and uses illustrative stories to help professionals establish executive presence and avoid common pitfalls when speaking and presenting to executives.

Creativity, Inc. (The Expanded Edition): Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration

by Ed Catmull and Amy Wallace

Business/Creative Leadership

"Might be the most thoughtful management book ever." (FAST COMPANY). The co-founder and longtime president of Pixar updates and expands his 2014 New York Times bestseller on creative leadership, reflecting on the management principles that built Pixar's singularly successful culture, and on all he learned during the past nine years that allowed Pixar to retain its creative culture while continuing to evolve.

Katahdin: Hiking the Appalachian Trail with Reckless Abandon

by Kevin Newsome

Adventure/Biography

Haven't you ever wanted to toss your world into the air, throw caution to the wind, and step outside your comfort zone for an extended period of time? Completing the nearly 2,200-mile-long hike of the Appalachian Trail was not on Kevin Newsome's radar, much less his bucket list, but at age 65, he put his business on hold, kissed his wife goodbye, and embarked on the adventure of a lifetime. What could go wrong?

The Story of Philosophy

by Will Durant

Philosophy/History

Originally published in 1926, 'The Story of Philosophy' profiles several prominent Western philosophers and their ideas, written by Will Durant, an American writer, historian, philosopher, and a Pulitzer Prize-winning author. In this enlightening and eminently readable book, Will Durant accounts the lives, ideas and views of various critical philosophical thinkers throughout history, starting with Socrates and Plato and concluding with Friedrich Nietzsche, with twelve other distinguished philosophers in between.

The Family Crucible: The Intense Experience of Family Therapy

by Augustus Y. Napier and Carl Whitaker

Psychology/Family Therapy

"If you have a troubled marriage, a troubled child, a troubled self, if you're in therapy or think that there's no help for your predicament, The Family Crucible will give you insights... that are remarkably fresh and helpful." (New York Times Book Review). The classic groundbreaking book on family therapy presents scenarios of one family's therapy experience and explains what underlies each encounter, helping you discover the general patterns common to all families.

The Nvidia Way: Jensen Huang and the Making of a Tech Giant

by Tae Kim

Technology/Business Biography

"RIVETING." (Chris Miller, author of Chip War). "[L]oaded with fascinating details about Huang's unusual leadership style and maniacal work habits." (Ben Cohen, Wall Street Journal). A compelling look at how Jensen Huang built Nvidia into one of the most valuable companies in the world, revolutionizing AI and computing through his visionary leadership and relentless drive.

The Money Trap: Lost Illusions Inside the Tech Bubble

by Alok Sama

Business/Finance/Venture Capital

A gripping and entertaining memoir that shines a rare light on an industry that is disrupting our lives. Veteran Morgan Stanley banker Alok Sama thought he'd seen it all. Then he found himself chief dealmaker at the most influential technology investor in the world—SoftBank, the backer of Arm Holdings, Yahoo, Nvidia, TikTok, Uber, T-Mobile, Alibaba and WeWork.

Your Money or Your Life: Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence

by Joe Dominguez and Vicki Robin

Personal Finance/Self-Help

Offers a nine-step program for living more meaningful lives, showing readers how to get out of debt, save money, reorder priorities, resolve inner conflicts, save the planet, and convert problems into opportunities. This classic personal finance book helps transform your relationship with money and achieve true financial independence.

iWoz

by Steve Wozniak with Gina Smith

Technology/Autobiography

The personal computer revolution of the 1970s and 1980s was one of the most exciting and profound episodes in the history of humankind. Award-winning journalist Gina Smith and the mastermind behind Apple Computer, Steve Wozniak, in a unique and refreshing look at the inventor, the invention, and the insanely great times that were had by all.

Born a Crime

by Trevor Noah

Autobiography/Memoir

The compelling, inspiring, and comically sublime story of Trevor Noah's coming-of-age during the twilight of apartheid and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed. Born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison, Noah was literally born a crime.

Kitchen Confidential

by Anthony Bourdain

Memoir/Culinary

A behind-the-scenes look at the restaurant industry from the perspective of a seasoned chef. Bourdain's raw, honest, and often hilarious memoir reveals the gritty reality of professional kitchens, from the adrenaline-fueled chaos of service to the dark underbelly of the culinary world. This New York Times bestseller offers an unvarnished view of what really goes on behind the swinging doors of America's restaurants.

Winds of Skilak: A Tale of True Grit, True Love and Survival in the Alaskan Wilderness

by Bonnie Rose Ward

Memoir/Adventure

A gripping true story of a young couple's journey to build a life in the remote Alaskan wilderness. Facing harsh weather, isolation, and the challenges of homesteading, this memoir captures the spirit of adventure and determination required to survive and thrive in one of America's most unforgiving landscapes.

The Legacy of Luna: The Story of a Tree, a Woman, and the Struggle to Save the Redwoods

by Julia Butterfly Hill

Environmental Activism/Memoir

The inspiring true story of Julia Butterfly Hill's 738-day tree-sit in an ancient redwood named Luna to prevent its destruction. This powerful memoir chronicles her journey from ordinary citizen to environmental activist, detailing the physical and emotional challenges of living 180 feet above ground while fighting to protect one of Earth's most magnificent trees and the ancient forest ecosystem.

The Phoenix Project: A Novel About IT, DevOps, and Helping Your Business Win

by Gene Kim, Kevin Behr, and George Spafford

Business/Technology/DevOps

A gripping novel that follows Bill Palmer, an IT manager who must transform his company's IT operations in just 90 days to save the business. This engaging story illustrates the principles of DevOps, lean thinking, and the Three Ways, making complex IT concepts accessible through a compelling narrative about overcoming organizational dysfunction and achieving business success.

The Lost City of the Monkey God

by Douglas Preston

Adventure/Archaeology

A gripping true story of adventure and discovery in the Honduran rainforest. Douglas Preston joins a team of archaeologists and explorers on a dangerous expedition to find the legendary "White City" or "Lost City of the Monkey God," a fabled ancient civilization hidden deep in the jungle.

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life: A Sortabiography

by Eric Idle

Autobiography/Comedy

A hilarious and heartfelt memoir from the legendary Monty Python member, chronicling his journey from a working-class childhood to international comedy stardom. Filled with behind-the-scenes stories from Python productions, encounters with famous friends, and the wisdom gained from a life in show business, this book delivers both laughs and life lessons with Idle's signature wit and charm.

Five Dialogues

by Plato

Philosophy/Classical Literature

A collection of five essential dialogues by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, including Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Meno, and Phaedo. These foundational works explore fundamental questions about virtue, justice, knowledge, and the nature of the soul, presenting Socrates' method of inquiry and his philosophical legacy through Plato's masterful writing.

The Presence Process

by Michael Brown

Spirituality/Personal Growth

A practical guide to emotional healing and spiritual awakening through conscious breathing and present-moment awareness. This transformative book offers a simple yet profound 10-week process for releasing suppressed emotions and accessing inner peace, helping readers move beyond past traumas and limiting patterns to embrace authentic presence and emotional freedom.

Voluntary Simplicity

by Duane Elgin

Lifestyle/Philosophy

A groundbreaking exploration of living simply and consciously in our complex modern world. Elgin presents a compelling vision of voluntary simplicity as a way of life that is outwardly simple but inwardly rich, offering practical guidance for those seeking to live more intentionally, sustainably, and meaningfully.

97 Things Every Information Security Professional Should Know

edited by Christina Morillo

Information Security/Technology

A practical collection of insights and advice from experienced information security professionals. This book covers essential knowledge, best practices, and real-world experiences that every security professional should understand, from technical concepts to career development and industry trends.

Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient

by Norman Cousins

Health/Medicine/Memoir

A groundbreaking memoir that explores the mind-body connection in healing. Norman Cousins chronicles his recovery from a life-threatening illness through laughter, positive thinking, and alternative approaches to medicine, challenging conventional medical wisdom and inspiring millions with his story of self-healing and the power of the human spirit.

Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! (Adventures of a Curious Character)

by Richard P. Feynman, Ralph Leighton, and Edward Hutchings

Science/Memoir

A collection of reminiscences from Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman, offering a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century. Through humorous and insightful stories, Feynman shares his adventures in science, from working on the Manhattan Project to his unconventional teaching methods and his insatiable curiosity about the world around him.

Self-Made Man: One Woman's Year Disguised as a Man

by Norah Vincent

Memoir/Social Commentary

A groundbreaking memoir chronicling journalist Norah Vincent's year-long experiment living as a man. Through her transformation into "Ned," Vincent explores male culture, relationships, and identity, offering profound insights into gender dynamics and the pressures men face in society. This courageous and eye-opening account challenges assumptions about masculinity and provides a unique perspective on the differences between male and female experiences.

Just the greatest life

by David Schafer

Memoir/Autobiography

A personal memoir by David Schafer sharing insights and experiences from his life journey.

The Belgariad

by David Eddings

Epic fantasy series following young Garion on his quest to recover the Orb of Aldur.

The Origin Mystery

by A.G. Riddle

Thriller/Sci-Fi

The greatest mystery of all time—the history of human origins—will be revealed. In Antarctica, researchers discover a mysterious structure, buried in ice. In a lab in Jakarta, an autism researcher identifies a revolutionary treatment that could change everything.

All Souls Series

by Deborah Harkness

Paranormal Fantasy

Book one of the New York Times bestselling All Souls series. "A wonderfully imaginative grown-up fantasy with all the magic of Harry Potter and Twilight" (People). Look for the hit series "A Discovery of Witches," now streaming on Netflix.

The Dresden Files

by Jim Butcher

Urban Fantasy/Detective Fiction

Harry Dresden's investigation of a grisly double murder pulls him into the darkest depths of magical Chicago in the first novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling Dresden Files series—now celebrating its 25th anniversary! As a professional wizard, Harry Dresden knows firsthand that the "everyday" world is actually full of strange and magical things—and most of them don't play well with humans. And those that do enjoy playing with humans far too much.

The Dark Tower

by Stephen King

Dark Fantasy/Horror

"An impressive work of mythic magnitude that may turn out to be Stephen King's greatest literary achievement." (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution). A #1 national bestseller, The Gunslinger introduces readers to one of Stephen King's most powerful creations, Roland of Gilead: The Last Gunslinger. He is a haunting figure, a loner on a spellbinding journey into good and evil. In his desolate world, which mirrors our own in frightening ways, Roland tracks The Man in Black, encounters an enticing woman named Alice, and begins a friendship with the boy from New York named Jake.

The Wandering Inn

by pirateaba

Fantasy/Web Serial

A young woman named Erin Solstice is transported to a fantastical world where she must adapt to survive. She's no warrior or mage—she runs an inn. The Wandering Inn is an epic web serial featuring an innkeeper who serves pasta with sausage, battles somewhat evil Goblins, and navigates a dangerous world where magic is real and people can level up and gain classes.

Thrawn Trilogy

by Timothy Zahn

Science Fiction/Star Wars

The legendary Star Wars trilogy that introduced Grand Admiral Thrawn, one of the most brilliant and dangerous villains in the galaxy. This epic series follows the New Republic as they face their greatest threat yet in the form of the cunning Chiss tactician and his Imperial remnant forces.

Lilith's Brood

by Octavia E. Butler

Science Fiction

A groundbreaking science fiction trilogy that explores themes of human evolution, alien contact, and the nature of humanity itself. The series follows Lilith Iyapo and her descendants as they navigate a post-apocalyptic world where humans must choose between extinction and genetic transformation through contact with an alien species.

David & Leigh Eddings

Fantasy Fiction

Masters of epic fantasy, creators of The Belgariad and Malloreon series.

Simon R Green

Fantasy & Horror

Author of the Nightside series and Deathstalker saga.

John E. Sarno

Medicine & Health

Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU and author of groundbreaking books on the mind-body connection in chronic pain. Best known for "Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection" and his work on tension myositis syndrome (TMS).

Stephen King

Horror, Thriller & Fantasy

American author of contemporary horror, thriller, science fiction, and fantasy. With over 400 million books sold, he has published 65 novels including seven under the pen name Richard Bachman, and more than 200 short stories. Many of his works have been adapted into films, TV movies, and comic books.

Electronic Frontier Foundation

Digital Rights & Privacy

The leading nonprofit defending digital privacy, free speech, and innovation for 35 years. EFF champions user privacy, free expression, and innovation through impact litigation, policy analysis, grassroots activism, and technology development. They create tools like Privacy Badger and Certbot, maintain the Surveillance Self-Defense guide, and fight to protect civil liberties in the digital world.

American Civil Liberties Union

Civil Rights & Liberties

Defending the rights of all people nationwide for over a century. The ACLU works in courts and communities across America to protect constitutional rights including freedom of speech, reproductive freedom, voting rights, LGBTQ+ equality, immigrants' rights, and criminal justice reform. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, they ensure that everyone's rights are protected.

Human Rights Campaign

LGBTQ+ Rights & Equality

The largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization in the United States. HRC envisions a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ community has the freedom to live authentically and equally without fear of discrimination. They work to achieve equality through advocacy, education, and by mobilizing grassroots supporters to fight for equal rights and fair treatment for LGBTQ+ people.

Mercy Ships

International Nonprofit Organization

Mercy Ships is an international non-profit organization that operates hospital ships to provide free medical care, including life-changing surgeries, to developing countries, with a current focus on sub-Saharan Africa. The organization's volunteer crew consists of medical professionals and various other skilled individuals who sail to countries in need, delivering state-of-the-art medical services and strengthening local health systems. Services include free surgeries for conditions such as cleft lips and palates, cataracts, bowed legs, and benign tumors, plus training for local medical professionals.

Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.

Nonprofit Organization

Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. (WMF) is an American 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in San Francisco, California, and operates Wikipedia and other free knowledge projects. The foundation supports the development of free, open educational content and promotes the growth of free knowledge worldwide.

Spotify

Music Streaming

My primary music source. Great discovery features and excellent sound quality.

Blockdoku

Puzzle Game

Progressive Web App game combining blocks and sudoku mechanics.