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Ben Brode is an American video game designer. He was the game director and public face of Hearthstone until 2018 when he left to found his own game studio, Second Dinner, where he is now Chief Creative Officer.
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Project Hail Mary
A Novel
Andy Weir - 2021-05-04
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A lone survivor is awakened on a desperate mission to save humanity and the earth from extinction. But there's a catch: he can't remember his name, his assignment, or even how to complete it. Armed with only his wits and an unexpected ally, he embarks on an interstellar journey to conquer an impossible task. Part scientific mystery, part dazzling adventure, Project Hail Mary is a survival tale that rivals The Martian while exploring uncharted territories of space.
Ben Brode
2022-12-31T20:42:43.000Z
Read 30 books this year and the best ones were Gideon the Ninth by @tazmuir and Project Hail Mary by @andyweirauthor! Looking forward to 2023!      source
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Gideon the Ninth
Tamsyn Muir - 2019-09-10
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In "Gideon the Ninth," the Emperor needs necromancers and the Ninth Necromancer needs a swordswoman. Gideon is ready to escape her life of servitude and reanimated corpse future, but her nemesis won't set her free without a service. If Harrowhark succeeds in a deadly trial, she'll become an immortal, but she needs Gideon's sword to survive. Will they succeed and become all-powerful servants of the Resurrection, or will their plan die with the Ninth House?
Ben Brode
2022-12-31T20:42:43.000Z
Read 30 books this year and the best ones were Gideon the Ninth by @tazmuir and Project Hail Mary by @andyweirauthor! Looking forward to 2023!      source
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White Fragility
Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism
Robin Diangelo - 2018-06-26
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This book delves into the counterproductive reactions white people have in the face of challenges to their assumptions about race. The author, anti-racist educator Robin DiAngelo, looks at the emotions and behaviors that make up "white fragility," which include anger, fear, guilt, argumentation, and silence. These reactions sustain racial inequality and hinder constructive cross-racial dialogue. DiAngelo offers an in-depth exploration of how white fragility develops and what can be done to overcome it.
Ben Brode
2020-07-28T07:28:00.000Z
“White Fragility: Why it’s so hard for white people to talk about racism” This book is radical. I thought I knew my shit, but I didn’t. One of the most important books I’ve ever read. Can’t recommend enough.      source
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The Library at Mount Char
A Novel
Scott Hawkins - 2016-03-15 (first published in 2015)
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Explore a world with a missing God and a library that holds the secrets to the universe. Carolyn, raised by an ancient cult leader, sets out to save the world and possibly even become a new God herself. But as she battles fierce competitors with formidable powers, she risks losing the very things that make her human. The Library at Mount Char is a thrilling, hilarious, and visionary debut novel that will leave you breathless.
Ben Brode
2020-07-28T07:28:00.000Z
“The Library at Mount Char” by Scott Hawkins - a very very fucked up story, featuring dark magic and with a cameo from a sentient iceberg. I really loved this weird ass book. I actually said “oh my god that is so fucked up” several times while reading.      source
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The Black Prism
Brent Weeks - 2010-08-25
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This thrilling novel follows the powerful Prism, Guile, as he navigates a world of political intrigue and the looming threat of his own mortality. When he discovers the existence of a long-lost son, he must decide how far he is willing to go to protect his secrets and uphold his tenuous peace.
Ben Brode
2020-07-28T07:27:59.000Z
The Lightbringer series that begins with “The Black Prism” by Brent Weeks. I don’t know if I’ve ever read a series with more shocking twists. Really cool magic system. I really loved the whole series. Some cool TCG stuff starting in book 2.      source
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BLINDSIGHT
Peter Watts - 2006-10-03
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This sci-fi thriller explores the aftermath of a mysterious alien invasion that left the world in silence for two months. When a faint signal is detected on the edge of the solar system, a half-derelict space probe is sent to investigate. With the fate of humanity at stake, the probe's crew must navigate the unknown and uncover the truth about the alien presence.
Ben Brode
2019-05-28T06:24:48.000Z
People on Twitter care a lot about books, apparently! I just finished Blindsight by Peter Watts - was totally insane. If you love super dense hard sci fi, there’s a lot of crazy concepts to chew on. Also, space vampires. (This should not be your first sci fi book!!)      source
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The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership
A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success
Jim Dethmer
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This must-read book distills decades of experience with CEOs and leaders into fifteen radical and innovative commitments that will change the way you see leadership. You'll learn how to shift from fear to trust-based leadership, resulting in healthier relationships, more energy, creativity, and engagement from your team, and a win for all solutions. Bring curiosity to the table and explore a whole new world of conscious leadership.
Ben Brode
2019-04-08T07:24:02.000Z
My pleasure! I’m so happy to hear you liked it - I LOVE recommending that book!      source