The best books of 2024

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My favorite read in 2024

Book cover of Entrances and Exits

Michael E. Long 👍 liked this book because...

I read a lot of memoirs in part because I write a lot of memoirs. I'm always interested in new ways to relate common feelings. The autobio revealed a very thoughtful individual greatly at odds with his public persona in ways that will surprise most readers.

  • Loved Most

    🥇 Immersion 🥈 Emotions
  • Writing style

    👍 Liked it
  • Pace

    🐌 It was slow at times

By Michael Richards,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Entrances and Exits as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

As seen on The Today Show, The View, and Jesse Watters

The man who brought the kavorka to the Seinfeld show through one of the most remarkable and beloved television characters ever invented, Kramer, shares the extraordinary life of a comedy genius-the way he came into himself as an artist, the ups and downs as a human being, the road he has traveled in search of understanding.

"The hair, so essential, symbolizes the irrational that was and is and always will be the underlying feature not only of Kramer but of comedy itself. This seemingly…


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My 2nd favorite read in 2024

Book cover of Barney Fife and Other Characters I Have Known

Michael E. Long ❤️ loved this book because...

I especially enjoy old Hollywood biographies. Like other actors, especially of this era, the successful ones tend to be hard working and serious. Knotts is no exception.

  • Loved Most

    🥇 Character(s) 🥈 Teach
  • Writing style

    👍 Liked it
  • Pace

    🐕 Good, steady pace

By Don Knotts, Robert Metz,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Barney Fife and Other Characters I Have Known as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

The actor and comedian who played Mayberry's bumbling cop Barney Fife, as well as the landlord on Three's Company, shares his life in show biz, his various roles in film and television, and his relationships with such luminaries as Andy Griffith, Jack Benny, Red Skelton, Orson Wells, Lou Costello, and Arthur Godfrey. Original.


My 3rd favorite read in 2024

Book cover of Being Henry

Michael E. Long 👍 liked this book because...

I read so many biographies of actors and I was especially surprised to read about Winkler's heavy-duty insecurity. Many actors are insecure but Winkler was especially that way, and especially honest about it.

  • Loved Most

    🥇 Character(s) 🥈 Teach
  • Writing style

    👍 Liked it
  • Pace

    🐕 Good, steady pace

By Henry Winkler,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Being Henry as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

The instant New York Times bestseller.

Henry Winkler was catapulted to worldwide fame as The Fonz in hit TV series Happy Days. When it ended, he could hardly find work. Through highs, lows and the roles that have won him a new generation of fans, this is Henry Winkler's funny, insightful and moving account of an extraordinary life.

Widely-regarded as the nicest man in Hollywood (though he would be the first to tell you that it's simply not the case, he's really just grateful to be there), Henry Winkler shares the disheartening truth of his childhood, the difficulties of a…


Don‘t forget about my book 😀

Taming the Molecule of More

By Michael E. Long,

Book cover of Taming the Molecule of More

What is my book about?

Dopamine, “the molecule of more,” is the chemical in our brains that drives us to seek out newer and better things—the latest gadget, the coolest job, the perfect partner.

But for many of us, it’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of never being truly satisfied. Because dopamine can only promise happiness. It can never deliver. That part is up to us.

A more fulfilling life begins with training your brain to overcome the dopamine chase—and it’s easier than you think.

From Michael E. Long, coauthor of the life-changing book "The Molecule of More," comes a practical solution to the problem. This thoroughly researched and encouraging guide is based on the latest neuroscience. It can teach you to overcome the most troubling aspect of our biological programming.

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