This past weekend, guests at The Thinking Spot bookstore, celebrated the launch of author Karen’ Latchana Kenney's latest book, a young adult non-fiction work delving deep into the mysterious and essential kingdom of fungi. The event provided a glimpse into the diverse forms, transformative potential, and surprisingly dramatic history of mushrooms, fueled by fascinating insights and hands-on demonstrations. The Puffball Hook and the Ancient Giant Karen’s inspiration for the b

Curious how poetry, statistics, and storytelling collide? Our unforgettable evening with Megan Preston Meyer at The Thinking Spot explores how her book "Max Entropy & The Avalanche" plants seeds of learning — for both kids and grown-ups — through the timeless power of story. Dive into our latest blog to relive the magic!

It’s not about avoiding failure—it’s about embracing it, learning from it, and creating systems that encourage the right kind of failure.

Good Thinking by David Robert Grimes is a beacon for the rational mind—a reminder that thinking well isn't just a skill; it's a...

In *Between Us: How Cultures Create Emotions*, Batja Mesquita reshapes how we think about emotions. Rather than seeing them as universal...

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David Epstein’s Range makes a compelling case for the value of breadth over early specialization. In a world that often glorifies...

A Deeper Look into Heart of the Hive by Hilary Kearney: Book Review, Insights, and an Interview Experience

a powerful manifesto on the ripple effects of kindness, not just as random acts of goodwill, but as a deliberate force to change the world

In Emotional: How Feelings Shape Our Thinking , Leonard Mlodinow skillfully navigates the complex, often misunderstood relationship...

In " The Life-Changing Science of Detecting Bullshit " John V Petrocelli delivers a timely and essential guide for the modern reader. As...

I can't help but recommend "Upshift: Turning Pressure into Performance and Crisis into Creativity" by Ben Ramalingam to anyone who's...