Nightstand

egonomics: What Makes Ego Our Greatest Asset (or Most Expensive Liability) In this flawed, uneasy mix of business analysis and psychological study, business consultants Marcum and Smith offer a defense of ego and its broadly misunderstood counterpart, humility, along with a discussion of how to maneuver ego to effectively encourage individual talent and sound business practice. Though the very word has negative connotations, the authors see ego as a vital asset to business growth.

Rush: Chemistry : The Definitive Biography Acclaimed Marillion biographer Jon Collins draws on hundreds of hours of new interviews to tell the full in-depth story of the enduring Canadian trio who refused to compromise their music and avoided the typical rock and roll lifestyle. From early days in Canada to platinum albums, stadium shows, and the world’s stage, taking in tragedy, triumphs, and a wealth of great music, this is the meticulous and definitive study of one of rock’s great enigmas. From early triumphs such as the classic concept album 2112, on to their first hit single “Spirit of Radio” and beyond to Moving Pictures, “Tom Sawyer,” and more pop-oriented 1990s material, Rush have continued to make groundbreaking and original music that has sold in the millions.

Searching For God Knows What Donald Miller is becoming one of the popular and widely read authors of new Christian writing. Unlike his earlier books, which were made up of short, essay-length pieces on a variety of topics, SEARCHING FOR GOD KNOWS WHAT has a central, unified argument: that as seekers we are unhappy because we are seeking, in a nervous and frenetic manner, for the wrong things. The result is a fragmented and unfulfilled life, with only the prospect of more of the same. Miller’s way of presenting his Christian views have found audiences among those who have turned away from established religion, and who have sought a more meaningful and personal spirituality.