We asked rising stars from the community to tell us about a book they’ve read and the impact it had on them. We’ve highlighted some of those responses below.

Marissa Brown | Dancer/Choreographer/Multidisciplinary Artist

I will share Joe Dispenza’s book Becoming Supernatural. I believe we have the power to create our own reality based on our energy and beliefs and I’ve had many of my biggest life achievements come through out of seemingly nowhere while deep in these types of practices. Read more>>

Shaylee Eldridge | Hair Stylist

One of my all time favorite books that I’ve read is “Girl, Wash Your Face”, by Rachel Hollis. One of key concepts in this book that stood out to me was to stop comparing myself to others and to embrace my individuality. It’s easy to compare ourselves to others and measure our self-worth based on other’s achievements, especially with social media.  Read more>>

Ty Reed | Music producer and Atheletic instructor and behaviorial antalist

The first book that immediately comes to mind is “The Power of Positive Thinking” by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale. This book resonated with me deeply due to its profound insights into the transformative power of positivity. It significantly influenced my mindset, shaping my overall thinking and enhancing my resiliency in the face of challenges. Read more>>

Apoorva Choudhary | Filmmaker

“The Palace of Illusions” by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni stands as a timeless masterpiece, weaving together the intricate threads of mythology, history, and human emotion into a tapestry of unparalleled beauty. Set against the backdrop of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata, the novel offers a poignant and deeply human retelling of a saga steeped in legend and lore. Read more>>