The Poet’s Game: A Spy in Moscow
Paul Vidich WG81
Pegasus Books
Prolific novelist Vidich crafts a thriller that moves between contemporary Russia and the United States. Protagonist Alex Matthews, a former CIA agent, finds himself suddenly drawn into an espionage operation in Russia that threatens the security of the U.S. president. As he works to uncover secrets and deals with betrayal, it becomes clear that he may have put his family in jeopardy.
Optimize Your 401(k): Seize Opportunities, Avoid Pitfalls, Build Wealth — and Make Millions
William Bader W80
What Matters in Retirement Press
Bader imparts retirement planning wisdom gleaned from 35 years of experience, including more than 25 years at consulting firm Mercer. He advises on how to best save for retirement, including choosing investments, rolling over accounts, and avoiding common mistakes. For recent graduates and longtime professionals alike, Bader encourages a strategic look at retirement savings to most effectively build wealth.
Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves
Alison Wood Brooks GRW13
Crown
Brooks, a Harvard Business School professor, employs the latest scientific research in investigating how to talk to others in a way that maximizes understanding for both parties. From utilizing humor and emotion to asking questions and igniting creativity, Brooks explains her four maxims for improving conversations — in business and personal life, face to face and on social media — to foster connection.
A Field of My Own: A Memoir of Place
Cynthia McVay G88 WG88
Living in a Place
McVay, an artist, a photographer, and a former consultant, details her life on a Hudson Valley orchard. Whether cultivating gardens or renovating a 1930s house, McVay’s engaging memoir is at once intimate and inspirational. Supplemented by her personal photographs, she explores lessons learned from her experiences in the orchard and opens up about how she finds peace through both challenges and successes.
Mnemonic Trivia – Book #1 – The New Way to Play Trivia
Morris A. Nunes C70 W70
Independently published
“Mnemonic trivia” is Nunes’s term for a way to improve memory through entertainment. When read in sequence, the first letters of each question’s answer are designed to spell words — if you can discover the words being spelled out. Containing 600-plus questions in a variety of categories from science to history to sports, Nunes’s book is ideal for both individual players and groups, whether you’re seeking intellectual stimulation or just a fun night in.
