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Success Books Reviews – November 16, 2025

This week’s highlights: Thinking, Fast and Slow, Originals, The Magic of Thinking Big, and Discourses of Epictetus — psychology, innovation, ambition, and Stoic resilience.

Hello Readers,

Since 2014, Success Books Reviews has been curating the best insights from personal development, business, and leadership books — cutting through the noise so you can focus on what truly matters. Each week we share our latest reviews and timeless classics to support your growth, productivity, and success.

Here’s what we’ve been reading and recommending this week:


Thinking, Fast and Slow — Daniel Kahneman (4.5 stars)
Kahneman’s groundbreaking work reveals how intuitive and analytical thinking shape judgment, bias, and decision-making. A modern classic that reshaped psychology and behavioral economics.
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Originals — Adam Grant (4 stars)
Grant examines how non-conformists champion ideas and drive innovation. Blending research and storytelling, he shows how creativity and thoughtful dissent move the world forward.
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The Magic of Thinking Big — David J. Schwartz (4 stars)
A motivational classic encouraging ambition, confidence, and big-picture thinking. Schwartz argues that thinking bigger leads to acting bigger — and achieving more.
Read review →


Editor’s Classic Pick

Discourses of Epictetus — (5 stars, Editor’s Pick)
Practical Stoic philosophy on focusing on what you can control, meeting challenges with resilience, and cultivating inner strength. Timeless wisdom that remains deeply relevant.
Discover the lessons →


Looking Ahead

Next week we’ll publish our review of Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill — an unusual philosophical dialogue exploring fear, personal discipline, and the pursuit of inner freedom.


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