Sekar Writes
A Collection of Nonfiction Books Review and Personal Notes
Welcome!
Take a look around my blog, where I bring you book reviews filled with knowledges and favorite quotes. Alongside my literary explorations, I share personal stories and some side projects.
“Some books are undeservedly forgotten; none are undeservedly remembered.”
W.H. Auden, The Dyer’s Hand and Other Essays
Latest Book Reviews
Check out my nonfiction book reviews, featuring thoughts, summaries, and favorite quotes.
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Review and Summary: Up to Speed
in Book ReviewUp to Speed is about why women often get left behind in sports science. From biases to period chats and everything in between.
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Review: Breaking Through, My Life in Science
in Book ReviewDiscover Katalin Karikó’s inspiring journey from childhood dreams to Nobel recognition in the world of mRNA vaccine.
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Review and Summary: How Bad Do You Want It?
in Book ReviewDiving into the power of mind over muscle and discover the synergy of mental and physical prowess with real-life tales of athletic endurance.
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Review and Summary: The Body
in Book ReviewExplore the blending of science and humor, uncover the curiosities of our anatomy in this engaging read. Perfect for biology enthusiasts.
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Review and Summary: Master of Change
in Book ReviewMaster of Change introduces the concept of rugged flexibility, offering a captivating, structured blueprint for navigating change in life.
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Review and Summary: The 7 Deadly Sins of Psychology
in Book ReviewChris Chambers addresses research misconduct in psychology, offering pragmatic solutions to rectify these prevalent issues.
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Review and Summary: The Data Detective
in Book ReviewTim Harford presents a compelling set of rules to arm you against being deceived by statistics, navigate the numbers game like never before
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Review and Summary: Brain Rules for Baby
in Book ReviewJohn Medina provides scientifically-backed insights on parenting and knowledge of what actually transpires inside a baby’s brain.
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Review and Summary: Burn
in Book ReviewIn ‘Burn, Pontzer introduces the concept of ‘constrained daily energy expenditure’ and the relationship of diet, energy intake, and output.
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Review and Summary: On Task
in Book ReviewOn Task is about the science of cognitive control, how our brain guides our duties, and why it sometimes falters.
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Review and Summary: Everything Is Obvious, Once You Know The Answer
in Book ReviewWatts unveils common sense as a stealthy element in the vast landscape of our minds that we have to reevaluate our beliefs in common sense.
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Review and Summary: The Diabetes Code
in Book ReviewFung argues that we can treat type 2 diabetes without medication in two ways: diet and intermittent fasting.
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Review: Brain Rules
in Book ReviewJohn Medina serves insights on “why” our brain works in a certain way, empowering us to harness its potential in our everyday lives.
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Review: The Motivation Myth
in Book ReviewThis book talks about motivation as outcome of personal accomplishments, and it does not necessarily have to be a significant achievement.
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Review and Summary: Four Thousand Weeks
in Book ReviewFour Thousand Weeks invites us to embrace the present moment and pursue what truly brings us joy within our finite time.
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Review and Summary: Range
in Book ReviewRange presents the fact that our modern lives demand a broader perspective and the need for connections across diverse domains.
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Review and Summary: Lost Connections
in Book ReviewLost Connections talks about the causes and cures for people with depression and anxiety related to one’s life circumstances.
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Review: Science Fiction
in Book ReviewIn Science Fiction, Stuart Richie reveals the hidden faults and flaws lurking in the shadows of the scientific system.
Browse Books by Genre
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- Biographies and Memoirs (31)
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- Child Development and Parenting (13)
- Climate Change (2)
- Cooking and Culinary (3)
- Critical Thinking and Research Skills (15)
- Data and Statistics (8)
- Economics (6)
- Education and Learning (10)
- Essays (25)
- Evolutionary Biology (6)
- Fitness and Human Performance (23)
- Health and Medicine (30)
- Leadership and Career (8)
- Life Transitions (11)
- Linguistics (4)
- Literature (2)
- Luck and Chance (3)
- Mathematics (2)
- Mindfulness (3)
- Nature (21)
- Neuroscience (13)
- Poetry (15)
- Politics and Society (41)
- Productivity (25)
- Psychology and Behavioral Science (49)
- Science (44)
- Self-Development (78)
- Technology and AI (10)
- UI/UX (2)
- Women's Studies (6)
- Writing (9)
Life in the Margins
Here’s what else you’ll find on this blog.
Reading Life
- About the novels I couldn’t put down and keep track of my reading journey.
Journaling
- Writing is how I make sense of things. Notes from my journal: observations, reflections, and the small things worth remembering.
Fresh Flower Care
- There’s something quietly grounding about tending to fresh flowers. Notes on keeping them beautiful and alive for longer.
Home Gardening
- Growing things at home with a lot of curiosity. Notes from my small gardening experiments.
Life in Helsinki, Finland
- Living in Helsinki has shaped how I read, think, and move through the world. A little window into daily life in the north.
Hi, I am Sekar!
My passion for reading (at least) one book a week fuels my love for books and drives me to share the insights with others.
With a background in medical science, I enjoy compiling and sharing the fascinating knowledge I gain along the way.
Feel free to reach out and join me in celebrating our shared love for books!
Books let us know we’re not the center of the universe; the universe has many centers.
Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie