It also contains examples of how to use a narrative approach in various situations like company meetings, job interviews, and presentations. This practical how-to explains why stories work, offers a simple three-part template for crafting a narrative, and includes tips on refining stories and delivering them effectively.

Effective storytelling, however, often can take practice. Why you should read it: Humans are emotional beings, and narratives appeal to that, enabling them to receive and digest information more easily. You’ll learn about the essential ingredients that go into any good story and how to avoid common storytelling pitfalls.” “Unleash the Power of Storytelling” offers step-by-step instructions for finding, shaping and telling powerful stories. This book cuts through the hype to clarify and demystify the storytelling process. :) Coraline is one that stands out in my mind.Book description (via Amazon): “The market is flooded with a dizzying array of books, experts, and resources on business storytelling. I almost wish he were my dad (I'm too old for that sadly) so I could have had him tell me stories when I was little. I also agree any book narrated by Neil Gaiman.

With lots of additional stuff because the book was ghost written by one of her assistants and this is the first time she's seen the finished product. Others read some of the earlier works, and they were good, but he was just excellent in my mind.Ī Woman First: First Woman: A Memoir read by Selina Meyer.įor those who are not familiar with the TV show Veep, this is a false memoir of the main character in the show read by the actress who played that character. He utterly disappears in the task and you don't hear him, you hear the characters themselves. Stephen Briggs reading Terry Pratchett's Discworld series is an example. A minimum of 3 hours a day behind the wheel, I think I'd go crazy without audiobooks. I'm also one of those with hideous commutes.

Good to great audiobook