Books Recommended by Melody Hossaini

I came across this book by chance, read a few pages and was intrigued by the examples to prove how experts in their field (in this case, drawn mostly from the world of Sports) come to be experts. The book will leave you empowered that one can truly become anything, and that you can defy genetical and circumstantial hinderances through the input of time and practice in your chosen field. I found the real-life examples and stories the most fascinating. Well-written and to the point.

This is the first and only memoir I have ever read. Written by the former Empress of Iran. Being Persian myself, I am always interested in the history of our country, but was particularly moved by Empress Farah's story as a woman who lived through the best and worst times during the regime change in Iran. The book is real, honest and fascinating and has created a lasting impression on me.

Written by a fellow social entrepreneur and a dear friend who I have known and worked with for a long time, so I am privileged to have seen the process and thinking that lead to this incredible book. This book puts forward a strong case for why our world has passed competition-based strategies, and instead, the level of success that can be gained from seeing business, our communities and indeed our world as an interconnected eco-system, requiring collaborative approaches. Book that will no doubt have considerable impact on many organisations.

My favourite book for pure escapism and pleasure! A book with multi-plot written at different times in history, beautifully weaved together. It comes alive in your mind, that is how vividly it is written (I even emailed Jojo Moyes herself to tell her this and she kindly replied!) I have read it several times and am always touched by its beauty.