Books published between 2017 and 2025
Open Data 101 (opendata101.com)
Published in 2017
Open Data 101 is a practical introduction for people working in government—especially those in leadership, policy, or senior management—who want to unlock the value of government open data. It explains what open data is, why it matters, and how it is already reshaping public life through improved transparency and accountability. The book is designed to help newcomers avoid getting lost in fragmented, niche material by synthesizing key research and guidance into a coherent path: foundational concepts, critical success factors for implementation, and the policy and strategy considerations that make open data programs succeed (or fail).
108 Quotes of Wisdom and Inspiration
Published in 2024
108 Quotes of Wisdom and Inspiration is a thoughtfully curated collection of 108 quotes from 108 diverse visionaries and influencers, selected to uplift, inspire, and offer perspective across different eras, geographies, and disciplines. The collection ranges from ancient to modern voices—spanning figures such as Plato through to Mandela—so readers can dip in for daily reflection or use it as a compact source of encouragement during challenging moments. The book is framed as the outcome of an organically grown project where a daily “quote of wisdom” was shared with an online community and later shaped into a single volume.
Sanskrit in Yoga (sanskritinyoga.com) Published in 2025
Sanskrit in Yoga is an introductory reference guide for yoga practitioners and teachers who want to feel more confident with the language and meaning behind commonly used yoga terms. It focuses on making Sanskrit approachable while reconnecting modern practice to yoga’s textual and philosophical roots. The book introduces how Sanskrit is written (including Devanagari and common transliteration systems), then provides detailed explanations of 108 foundational yoga terms spanning postures, breathwork, meditation, ethics, and philosophy, and it also orients readers to the Yoga Sutras—why they matter and how key sutras and a supporting glossary can deepen understanding.