America’s National Historic Trails is a lovely coffee table book that covers some of the hidden gems of America’s recreation & preservation systems (i.e., lesser known than the National Park system or National Scenic Trails system)
A Roundup of My Favorite Books from Literary Fiction…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books from Southern Gothic Literature…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Stoicism…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Water and Ocean Conservation…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Philosophy Books by Alain de Botton…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Behavioral Marketing…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Architectural Design…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Digital Privacy and Security…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Baseball…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Arctic and Northern Adventures…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on War Literature…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books About Psychological Well-being…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Forest Ecology…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Digital Marketing…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Environmental Economics…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on the Future of Work…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Ancient Civilizations…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Environmental Philosophy…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on the American Civil War…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Historical Religious Conflicts…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Travel in Africa…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Personal Finance and Wealth Building…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Evolutionary Psychology…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Technology and Society…so far.
I absolutely love DK books. In a world of AI and infinite access to information, they are geniuses at keeping…
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Human Migration…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Persuasive Communication…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on American Political Divisions…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Alternative Lifestyles…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Alternative Economic Systems…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Economic Inequality…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Ryan Holiday Books…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Nordic Culture and Society…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Latin American History and Culture…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Real Estate Investment…so far.
Here is a roundup of my favorite books about bears and wildlife (so far!). I hope you find something interesting…
National Birds of the World is a brilliant book that combines two of my favorite things – birds and human…
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Tea and Coffee Culture…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Economics and Psychology…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Self-Improvement…so far.
Here is a roundup of my favorite Bill Bryson travel adventures (so far!). I hope you find something interesting &…
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Nature Writing…so far.
Check out Jittery Joe’s, Humboldt Coffee, and Dancing Goats…
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Solitude and Silence…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Human Geography…so far.
Here is a roundup of my favorite alternative travel narratives (so far!). I hope you find something interesting & a…
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Information and Data…so far.
A Roundup of My Complete Sherlock Holmes Collection by Arthur Conan Doyle…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books Blending History and Travel…so far.
Ube is a fun cooking starch that’s popular in Southeast Asia. It is naturally purple and has excellent texture. I found an Indonesian brand at the Buford Highway Farmers Market outside of Atlanta in Doraville. The mix is a little bit rich, but it makes a really fun pancake.
Here is a roundup of my favorite Albert Camus’ existentialist novels (so far!). I hope you find something interesting &…
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Creative Problem-Solving…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on American History…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Design Thinking…so far.
Here is a roundup of my favorite books from southern american literature (so far!). I hope you find something interesting…
A Roundup of My Favorite Richard Grant Travelogues…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Travel in Europe…so far.
A Roundup of My Favorite Books on Personal Productivity and Focus…so far.
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes is an underrated collection of eleven short stories, published in 1893.
I’ve sold a bunch of websites over the past decade, with several different website brokers (mostly on the smaller end) and decided to document what I wish I’d known before getting into all this.
I’ve been buying, building, and selling digital properties for over a decade, and I’ve worked with numerous brokers throughout. Here is what I like specifically about Empire Flippers.
Discover 8 critical warning signs to avoid when hiring a website broker. After a decade of buying and selling digital properties, I’ve seen how the wrong broker can cost you thousands. Protect your investment with these essential red flags.
Welsh farm boy Henry Morgan becomes notorious Caribbean pirate, only to find achieving his wildest dreams brings cruel disappointment. Excellent novel!
Nixey’s “The Darkening Age” reveals how Christian zealots systematically destroyed classical civilization after gaining power – an excellent, well-researched read.
In 1849, Henry David Thoreau published a book about a boat trip he took with his brother.
Heretic by Catherine Nixey is about the hundreds, if not thousands, of versions of Christianity that flourished in the hundreds…
Very interesting post -> I Went from Reading 40 Books a Year to Reading 0
This year was a pretty random year with what I read. It was purely driven by interests at the moment rather than any plan or queue.
The Banjo Brothers bike panniers offer great design, durability, and storage but can be uncomfortable to carry and require careful loading.
The MeowApps AI Engine plugin for WordPress offers cost-effective, flexible AI integration but requires experimentation and AI knowledge for best results.
The MeowApps Social Engine plugin offers free and affordable social media management with WordPress integration, but has some setup challenges and interface flaws.
RankMath is a stable, feature-rich SEO plugin for WordPress, but it has a pricey Pro version and some modules may underperform.
WP All Import & Export is a powerful WordPress plugin for bulk data management, offering reliable imports, scheduling, and extensive compatibility, but it has a steep learning curve and high upfront cost.
Blinkist offers quick summaries of nonfiction books, saving time while providing essential insights, but its focus on social features and AI-generated content can detract from quality.
BrightLocal is a specialized local SEO tool with an intuitive interface, reliable data, and affordable pricing, but lacks broader SEO features.
Lasso is a WordPress plugin that simplifies affiliate link management with a user-friendly dashboard, but its high cost and aggressive upgrade ads can be frustrating.
LinkWhisper is a WordPress plugin that simplifies internal linking, saving time and offering customization, but requires SEO knowledge and careful setup.
LowFruits SEO software is affordable and simplifies keyword research, but it lags behind bigger tools like Ahrefs in data freshness.
Motion Invest offers strong support and quick sales for buying and selling websites but has lower-quality listings and a basic interface.
Namecheap offers competitive domain pricing, a wide selection of TLDs, and strong privacy support, but lacks phone support and has rising costs.
Namecheap offers affordable shared hosting with user-friendly tools, but has limits on resources and lacks free SSL certificates.
Namecheap offers affordable and user-friendly WordPress hosting, but has limited server access and slow support. Ideal for small businesses and beginners.
Rocket.net offers fast, user-friendly WordPress hosting with great support, but is costly for small sites and limited to WordPress only.
Flippa is a popular marketplace for buying and selling websites, offering diverse options but has issues with low-quality listings and trust.
InMotion Hosting offers reliable business-focused web hosting with solid performance and customer support, but lacks top-tier features and scalability.
MailerLite offers affordable pricing, high deliverability, and useful automation tools, but lacks advanced features on its free plan.
MailPoet is a user-friendly email marketing tool for WordPress, offering seamless integration, a free plan, and RSS features, but lacks advanced options.
In September 2021, I sold the shivarweb.com website on the Empire Flippers marketplace. Shivarweb.com was a website that not only…
We went several years owning a Nissan Leaf and a mid-size SUV. But when the SUV was in the shop…
The last collection of detective stories written by Arthur Conan Doyle is still surprising, fun, and better than most detective fiction today.
Christianity: The First Three Thousand Years by Diarmaid MacCulloch is a doorstop of a book that is readable, fascinating, and approachable.
Blighted by Margaret Stagmeier is a book about the housing crisis that plagues American cities, with a specific focus on…
I loved the nuance & storytelling of this book. Very complex topic.
Beyond The Bake Sale by Anne Henderson is a book on world of educational partnerships, specifically focusing on how schools…
Shanghai Free Taxi by Frank Langfitt offers an insightful glimpse into the rapidly changing landscape of contemporary China. Langfitt, a…
A few years ago, I switched to a local credit union after my local bank merged with a giant out…
Slow Productivity by Cal Newport challenges the frenzied pace of the modern workplace, suggesting that our relentless rush to be…
“Loserville” by Clayton Tutor examines Atlanta’s turbulent relationship with its professional sports teams. Beginning in the 1960s, the city’s leaders used sports to redefine Atlanta’s image, but struggled with poor team performances and weak support. Despite this, sports have significantly contributed to Atlanta’s identity and development.
“American The Beautiful? by Blythe Roberson is a travel book across America’s National Parks but falls short in style and pacing, resembling TikToks instead of traditional travel writing. Despite extensive park visits and commentary on America’s contradictions, the lack of context and background detracts from the experience, unlike works by Bill Bryson.”
*like, sometimes I publish…a lot :O – though you can pick what categories you want.
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I’m Nate Shivar from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. I love nature, public lands, books, and the old-school Internet.
