Alice Waters' Top 10 Books
When chef, restaurateur, and food activist Alice Waters opened Berkeley’s market-inspired Chez Panisse in 1971, she brought a passion for…
Robert Smith's Reading List
As frontman of ’80s post-punk powerhouse The Cure, Robert Smith infused his songs with literary inspirations as far-reaching as Baudelaire’s classic…
Santigold's 5 Favorite Books on Music
Now considered a pioneer of post-genre pop, singer-songwriter Santigold (the stage name of Santi White) burst onto the late-noughties indie…
Nick Hornby's Best-Loved Books
English novelist, essayist, and screenwriter Nick Horby has carved out a niche with his sharply comedic, angst-ridden literature exploring modern…
Marianne Faithfull's 10 Favorite Books
Pop thrush Marianne Faithfull launched her career with the 1964 release of “As Tears Go By,” an international hit and…
Morrissey's Smiths-Era Reading List
Over the band’s short flame of a life, The Smiths became one of the most important to emerge from the…
Dita Von Teese's 5 Favorite Books
Glamour icon, ’40s fashion sensation, and cabaret queen Dita Von Teese has spent three decades on stage, perfecting her Old…
Yvon Chouinard's Essential Reading List
Mountaineer, environmentalist, and Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard started his outdoor equipment company selling Scottish rugby shirts in the ’70s. As…
Philip Pullman's Favorite Books of Poetry
Sir Philip Pullman – the beloved high-selling author of fantasy trilogy His Dark Materials – has been a life-long enthusiast…
Jhené Aiko's Favorite Spirituality Books
Neo-soul singer-songwriter Jhené Aiko has had a breakthrough year – garnering three Grammy nominations (including ‘Album of the Year’) for…