Financial Samurai

I’m excited to review David Bach’s new book entitled, Debt Free For Life!  I’ve been a fan of David’s books since his very first bestseller, The Automatic Millionaire.  David writes in a very easy to understand, logical sort of way which allows readers to follow his advice easily.

I remember the first time I picked up one of his books, I was at Barnes & Nobles.  I sat in a corner for an entire hour and read the book from cover to cover.  Sorry David!  I know I should have bought it instead, but I was practicing my frugal ways at that time in my life.  Actually, I still am.

For someone who is in debt, and who has never read any of David’s books, I highly encourage you to read his latest, Debt Free For Life.  Given I’ve read practically every single one of David’s books, it’s hard for me to learn anything new.  That’s somewhat of bummer since I was hoping there would be something as innovative as the “latte factor” was 10 years ago.  Still, if you’ve only read one or two of his books and are on a mission to pay down debt, this book is perfect for you.

One of the best things about book reviews is access to an author’s mind.  I ask David five burning questions to challenge him beyond the plain vanilla, and to my delight he answers most of them quite directly.  Hope you guys enjoy the insight!  There are three books to giveaway at the end of the interview!

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The Simple Dollar book comes as close to a page turning thriller as a personal finance book can get!  I read the book in a couple days when I went on a business trip and just enjoyed how Trent integrates his personal life with personal finance teachings.  If you’re a personal finance junkie like me, when you finish the book you’ll be wishing for more.

The book is a quick read at just 255 soft cover pages long.  Trent’s writing is quite eloquent and captures the reader’s attention immediately.  Furthermore, Laura from the FT Press/Wharton School Publishing has promised to provide a three book giveaway!  Thanks Laura!

I used this opportunity to get in touch with Trent to pick his brain about blogging, his financial viewpoints, as well as learn more of his story on how he came to be.  Hope you guys enjoy, and follow the directions at the end for your chance to win!

THE INTERVIEW

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Author: Lawrence Dorfman, some old fella with three decades worth of publishing experience.

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing, soft cover, 167 pages, $12.95

Summary: If you ever need something to prop open a door, or start a fire, The Snark Handbook might just be your solution!  For those who don’t know what snark is, it simply means a slyly biting, smart-ass remark with disparaging undertones.  Larry’s book is a collection of incredibly witty phrases from luminaries the world over.

Communication skills cannot be underestimated.  Give me a good communicator over a brilliant mind any day!  Ever wonder how some people can respond with such quick wit?  Some say it’s a gift of tongue, but I say it’s a learned skill that everyone can cultivate.  With The Snark Handbook, not only will you bust a gut laughing, you’ll be able to insult others without them evening knowing!

Please enjoy some snarky examples from each of the 14 chapters below: Read more…