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The Supernatural Woman
Lydia Woodson-Sloley

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Nicky Minaj – Trinidadian rapper and singer-songwriter
Nicky says: ‘A must read for all women. Be inspired’

Latest project: Nicki Minaj is gearing up for her next major musical era, teasing a new album—potentially titled Pink Friday 3 or referred to as NM6—scheduled for release on March 27, 2026. Following her successful 2023 album Pink Friday 2 and its 2024 world tour, she is entering a “Billionaire Barbie” era, which reportedly includes upcoming documentaries and audiobooks

“Heavy On It” Record Label: In 2023, she launched her own record label, “Heavy On It,” as a joint venture with Republic Records. This venture is used to sign and develop new talent, such as Nana Fofie, Skeng, London Hill, and Rico Danna, marking her transition into music executive roles

Book: Nicki Minaj: The Pink Book: The Unauthorized Biography of Nicki Minaj – Valerie Mitchell

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Autobiography of a Yogi
Paramahansa Yogananda

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Virat Kohli – Indian international cricketer
Virat says: ‘This book about spiritual growth and mindfulness has influenced my life’

Latest project: As of April 2026, Virat Kohli’s latest projects highlight his expansion beyond cricket into business, fashion, and brand partnerships. Key endeavors include a partnership with Johnnie Walker’s new Luxe Blended Water campaign, investing in the World Bowling League, and collaborating on a specialty travel bag line

Wrogn (WROGN): A leading youth fashion brand co-founded by Kohli, offering clothing and accessories.

Book: Driven: The Virat Kohli Story – Vijay Lokapally

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Bhagavad Gita
Sri Lalitambika Devi (English translation)

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Narendra Modi – Prime Minister of India
Narendra says: ‘It’s a foundational spiritual guide for duty and action’

Latest project: Maa Vande (2026) is an announced pan-India biographical film based on the life of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on his journey from childhood and his relationship with his mother. Starring Unni Mukundan in the lead role, the film is directed by Kranthi Kumar C.H. and produced by Silver Cast Creations

International Day of Yoga: Modi spearheaded the UN resolution to establish June 21 as the International Day of Yoga. This initiative promotes a, cultural, health-focused agenda aimed at placing India as a global leader in wellness, separate from political ideology

Book: Modi’s India: Hindu Nationalism and the Rise of Ethnic – Christophe Jaffrelot

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The Purpose Driven Life
Rick Warren

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Stephen Curry – American professional basketball player
Stephen says: ‘My faith is central to my life and career’

Latest project: As of April 2026, Stephen Curry has signed a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension with the Golden State Warriors, locking him in through the 2026-27 season. His recent projects include producing and voicing the animated film “GOAT” (released Feb 2026), winning a Sundance Film Festival award for a produced short film, and becoming a Google Performance Advisor

Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation: Founded with his wife Ayesha in 2019, this foundation focuses on funding school meals, literacy programs, and providing safe play spaces for children in Oakland, California. It has raised over  million, provided over 25 million meals, and invested millions in literacy and school improvements.

Book: Shot Ready

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Be Here Now
Ram Dass

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Steve Jobs – American businessman • Co-founder and former CEO of Apple
Steve says: ‘I’m interested in mindfulness and Eastern philosophy’

Latest project: As of 2026, the Steve Jobs Archive has become the authoritative repository for his life, featuring documents, videos, and personal reflections on his philosophy

“Bicycle for the Mind”: Jobs widely promoted the concept of the personal computer not as just a business tool, but as a “bicycle of the mind”—a tool designed to amplify human abilities. This philosophy has been adopted by the entire tech industry to focus on user empowerment

Book: I, Steve: Steve Jobs in His Own Words – George Beahm

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The Practice of the Presence of God
Brother Lawrence

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Pope Leo XIV – US-born Head of the Catholic Church
I read it many years ago, but it describes a type of prayer and spirituality where one simply gives his life to the Lord and allows the Lord to lead

Latest project: April 20, 2026 – Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and the Apostolic Nunciature in El Salvador are honored to announce today that His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has donated $100,000 to support Agua Segura, a clean water project in El Salvador

Pope Leo’s missionary work in Peru. Years of work with the poor in Peru gives him a heart for the poor which is action based. This is not something to be ashamed or afraid of. It is a great gift. This work with the poor has led some down the paths of Marxist-liberation theology politics. It does not need to be so. Leo XIII was on the side of the poor workers, but he also condemned socialism. This is the right path

Book: Pope Leo XIV: The Biography – Elise Ann Allen (Author), Stephen Di Trolio (Translator) – A revealing biography featuring an exclusive first interview with the new Pope Leo XIV, written by one of the world’s most respected Vatican correspondents 

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