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5 Books That Will Make People Talk To You On Public Transport

If you’ve ever been on the tube in London you might be fooled into thinking that talking to other people on public transport in the UK is a crime punishable by death. If you want to get people to start talking to you, you’re going to need to be reading a book that will turn heads.

Alternatively, you may be reading this article so you know which books to avoid, and that’s fine also. Here are 5 books that will make people talk to you on public transport.

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#1 Maharishi & Me by Susan Shumsky

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Right now the Beatles are back with Ringo Starr getting knighted and rocking Radio City Music Hall in New York City, John Lennon getting his own USA postage stamp, Paul McCartney getting nearly 33 million views on YouTube for Carpool Karaoke, Paul doing a secret concert at Grand Central Station in New York, and Paul releasing his first album in 5 years, which hit #1 on Billboard’s chart. 

In November, there will be the re-release of the remix of The Beatles album (a.k.a. the “White Album.” So the Beatles are as relevant today as they were 50 years ago, when the “White Album” first appeared. That album was written in Rishikesh India under the influence of Maharishi. The book Maharishi & Me lifts the veil on the true meanings of these songs and the true story about the Beatles in India. 

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Contributors: Susan Shumsky from Skyhorse Publishing

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#2 Just Stop by Heather D. Nelson

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Just Stop: 10 Things Everyone Should Stop Saying is a collection of essays about some of the most commonly used phrases in today's society. Heather D. Nelson discusses why flippant delivery can quickly become an errant receipt. Start reading, and learn how to avoid these common communication pitfalls. Improve your capacity for human connection and become a more compassionate person.

Better yet, the short 72-page format makes for an easy read on commutes and the bright bold cover is eye-catching. This combination is perfect for starting up great conversations with fellow work travelers. Be sure to snag TWO copies of this one so you have an extra to hand out!

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Contributors: Heather D. Nelson from HeatherNelson

#3 Some Women Prefer Hell by Modi

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Modi J is a 25 year old new author. Her recent book release is being heralded as a must read for young women who often erroneously seek out 'bad boys' thinking the outcome will be all good. The title alone is a conversation starter! 

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Contributors: Modi J from Premier Child Care Centers

#4 A Little History of the World by E.H. Gombrich

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Written by the legendary art historian E.H. Gombrich, A Little History of the World tells the story of mankind from the Stone Age to the atomic bomb. He wrote it for his grandchildren, but it is great reading for people of all ages. While reading this book, I was stopped no less than four times by people wanting to know more about it.

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Contributors: Heather Miller from LPM Education

#5 The Wall Street Professional’s Survival Guide by Roy Cohen

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It is the only book in existence that provides career and job search strategy to individuals who work on Wall Street or want to. It is a best-seller in the careers category. When I carry it, I have been approached countless times on the subway by a wide range of bankers and other folks who work in finance and are concerned about how to maintain their career momentum or get back on track if they have been derailed. The reaction always: “Wow, do you mind if I ask you about the book?”

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Contributors: Roy Cohen from Career Coach

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