We caught up with some of the community’s rising stars and asked them to reflect on the books that had an impact on their lives. We’ve shared their responses below.

Devyn Zoolander | Storyteller

The book that I reference all the time, because of how much it has impacted my mindset, is “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck” by Mark Mason. Prior to reading The Subtle Art, I was unfamiliar with a lot of psychological terms and mantras that self-help authors often highlight in their works. For example, I learned that “a true and accurate measurement of someone’s self-worth is how people feel about the negative aspects of themselves.” Read more>>

Molaine Cajuste | Certified Life Coach

A book I recommend reading, especially for those who are in a season of uncertainty, trusting God to bring them through and in their process of trying to accomplish a certain goal in life, is a book called “Bamboozled By Jesus” by Yvonne Orjie. Her book is such a page-turner on how God tricked her to live the life of her dreams. In the book, she describes the many trials and moments of doubt, fear, and frustration she experienced while on her journey to becoming an amazing actress, writer, producer, and comedian. Read more>>

Michael Joshua Williams | Actor/Musician/Guitar Instructor

I wanted complete control over my own life. I have a streak of perfectionism in me – and the idea of trying to please a boss and/or corporation to the standards I hold myself to – at the same time I am also demanding that level from my own personal ventures – became completely overwhelming. It only got harder as I got older so venturing on solo was the only option. Read more>>