Part 1 A Philosophy of Software Design by John Ousterhout Summary “A Philosophy of Software Design” by John Ousterhout presents a comprehensive examination of the principles and practices for building software systems. Ousterhout’s central thesis is that software design is not just about writing code but involves creating systems that are understandable, maintainable, and efficient. … Read more
Part 1 The Writers Journey by Christopher Vogler Summary “The Writer’s Journey: Mythic Structure for Writers” by Christopher Vogler is a practical guide that explores the narrative structure derived from Joseph Campbell’s concept of the “Hero’s Journey.” Vogler, a screenwriter and story consultant, distills the elements of mythic storytelling and offers tools for writers to … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by American Psychological Association The “Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association” is a comprehensive guide that outlines the standards for writing, citing, and formatting academic manuscripts in the social and behavioral sciences. It provides detailed instructions on structuring a paper, using proper citations, formatting … Read more
Chapter 4 Creativity Author Mihály Csíkszentmihályi is a Hungarian psychologist who is best known for his work on flow theory, which is the mental state of being fully immersed in a task and experiencing a feeling of energized focus and enjoyment. He is also known for his research on creativity. The book “Creativity: Flow and … Read more
Chapter 4 Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This Author Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This: A Guide to Creating Great Advertising by Luke Sullivan was first released in 1998. Luke Sullivan is a renowned advertising creative director, copywriter, and author. Apart from Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This, Luke Sullivan has also written a sequel to the book called “Hey, Whipple, … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s The Art of the Novel by Milan Kundera “The Art of the Novel” is a collection of essays by the Czech author Milan Kundera, where he explores the craft and philosophy of writing novels. Kundera discusses various aspects of storytelling such as plot construction, narrative voice, character development, and the relationship between … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Simple and Usable Web, Mobile, and Interaction Design by Giles Colborne “Simple and Usable: Web, Mobile, and Interaction Design” by Giles Colborne is a book that focuses on the principles of designing user-friendly, intuitive interfaces for websites, mobile apps, and other digital products. It covers topics such as user research, information architecture, … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Techniques of the Selling Writer by Dwight V. Swain Techniques of the Selling Writer is a highly regarded book written by Dwight V. Swain, a successful author and writing instructor. First published in 1965, it is considered a classic in the field of creative writing and is widely used by both aspiring … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Telling True Stories by Mark Kramer “Telling True Stories” is a book co-edited by Mark Kramer and Wendy Call. It is a collection of essays and interviews that explores the art and craft of narrative nonfiction writing. The book features contributions from some of the most prominent writers and journalists in the … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Storycraft by Jack Hart Storycraft: A Guide to the Art of Narrative Nonfiction is a book written by Jack Hart, an award-winning journalist and writing coach. Published in 2011, Storycraft offers insights and techniques to help aspiring writers and journalists craft compelling and engaging nonfiction stories. The book provides a deep understanding … Read more
