Cover of a book titled "Work in Progress."Work In Progress

James Martin W82

The Jesuit priest and New York Times best-selling author’s memoir is a lighthearted, self-deprecating coming-of-age story detailing the early work and life experiences, including time at Wharton, that shaped him. (HarperOne)

 

Cover of a book titled "Eat Your Ice Cream."Eat Your Ice Cream

Ezekiel Emanuel

With a combination of common sense and good humor, the Penn vice provost for global initiatives and Wharton health-care management professor pierces the “wellness industrial complex” by offering six simple rules for a healthier, longer life. (W. W. Norton & Company)

 

Cover of a book titled "What Is Art Now."What Art Is Now

Michael Jones WG74 and Michael Caballes

In an exploration of creativity in the AI age, the UMass professor emeritus grapples with the perils and opportunities of this moment and how technology influences the question of what it means to be human. (Bloomsbury Academic)

 

Cover of a book titled "AI Economics."AI Economics

Benjamin Shiller GRW11

From the Weirdness Wage Premium to the Green Mountain Mystery and lessons in job security from a kangaroo, the Brandeis economics professor applies research and wit to his exploration of how AI is transforming society. (Turing Press)

 

Published as “More Must-Read Wharton Authors” in the Spring/Summer 2026 issue of Wharton Magazine.