With a combination of in-depth research, interviews, and her own experience with all types of dogs, author Jennifer S. Holland has written a concise and thought-provoking book, Dog Smart. She has observed and sometimes experienced firsthand how guide, therapy, rescue, cadaver, and many other "professional"...

Beyond the Classroom: Black Male Educators Changing the Narrative contains stories about authors who want to inspire fellow Black males to pursue careers in education. The authors share their experiences as educators of color, the joys of the profession, and the many challenges that come...

Tyranny of the Mind by Julie A. Fragoules offers a compelling exploration of the historical tension between self-governance and authoritarian control. The book traces the roots of Western legal and cultural thought from ancient to modern times, examining how religion, law, and power have intersected...

This week I’ve been diving into the first issue of XeLuS Mind Studio, an educational comic book created by Deborah Andersson and edited by Deborah and Martin Andersson with illustrations provided by multiple contributors. The goal of this book is to use characters based on...

In Mending Education, Karen Gross and Edward K. S. Wang look into the pandemic's impact on education, and areas like trauma-sensitive approaches and mental wellness. They identify five positive outcomes, such as anti-racism improvements and innovative teaching methods from online learning. Gross and Wang talk...

Corporate executives and business leaders must constantly strive to take their organization forward. The Revenue Engine is a how-to guide and extension of the go-to-market (GTM) framework for B2B enterprises and the overall industrial market in general. In this book, Kara Smith Brown introduces readers...

During my forty-plus years of counseling, one of the most frequently discussed topics was finances. Schools do not prepare young people to handle finances properly. To help develop this vital life skill, Cactus Sun Publication presents Financial Independence for Millennials: Unlock Your Freedom. This book...

In Lean Startup, Lean Company, Rich Exit, Kenan E. Sahin shares his ideas on leadership, strategy, and resource management for startups, advocating for a lean approach to growth. Sahin emphasizes the importance of understanding finance, contracts, and the AAWE hiring principle—focusing on aptitude, attitude, willingness...

In Leaders People Love: The Agile Leader's Guide to Creating Great Workplaces and Happy Employees, Yeo Chuen Chuen addresses the challenges leaders face, beginning with concepts such as the "Peter's Plateau," which restricts skill acquisition. Yeo leans into the importance of agile leadership, self-discovery, and...

A Graver Danger: White Chalk Crime by Karen Horwitz offers a provocative and bold perspective on the deep-seated problems within America’s educational system, suggesting that corruption and a toxic culture in schools are at the heart of issues like school shootings. Horwitz draws parallels between...