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Russell Simmons is a lover of books. Not only did he recently release Super Rich: A Guide to Having it All, but the mogul (who is featured in the February 2011 issue of Black Enterprise) keeps his bookshelves jam packed with interesting reads. I took a peek while waiting for the crew to get the lights set for our Power Player interview with Simmons for the Black Enterprise Business Report and took note of what was there. Along with three Buddha statues, an ’80s hip-hop bobble head (complete with pseudo-Kangol and Adidas), a photo of his daughters, Ming Lee and Aoki Lee, with Oprah, and a bonsai tree that’s seen better days, Simmons’ office shelves offers a window into his soul—and his favorite reads. Here are 10 great books on Russell Simmons’ shelf. Tastemaker that he is, if Simmons loves it, it’s almost guaranteed to please!--Caroline Clarke

10 Great Reads From Russell Simmons’ Bookshelf

You can tell a lot about a person by what they read. Here's a window into the mind of the music mogul and businessman.

<strong>Russell Simmons</strong> is a lover of books. Not only did he recently release <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Super-Rich-Guide-Having-All/dp/0142428329"…

By Caroline Clarke

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BlackEnterprise.com caught up with BE Next leaders in finance, entertainment, science, and technology on their favorite reads that inspire them and give them tools to achieve their dreams.

40 Next: Young Leaders’ Book Picks for Success

Top reads of today's BE Next entreprenuers and professionals

BE Next leaders give their favorite books on success and leadership

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7 Books That Will Enrich Your Life

B.E. editors share their favorite financial, business, and career reads

It’s back-to-school time again. Whether you’re a student or the parent or guardian of one,…

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10 Tips for Writing a Winning E-Book

Use these quick and easy steps to get published

With the advent of technology – we crave information immediately, passionately and succinctly. An electronic…

By Karen Taylor Bass

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What? You Mean I Have to Read?

Despite the social media revolution, the wealthiest, most influential people read books. My advice: Do what they do.

“Good article. Catchy title. Just wish it had more practical advice. Now I have to…

By Alfred Edmond, Jr.

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Required Reading on Black Business History

Books by and about great black entrepreneurs underscore our legacy in business.

Each February, as we celebrate African American History Month, we recognize the achievements of black…

By Alfred Edmond, Jr.

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Remembering Arthur G. Gaston: A Titan’s First Step

How an unknown coal miner from birmingham, alabama,became the 20th century's preeminent entreprenuer.

The grandson of slaves, born into poverty in 1892 in the Deep South, Arthur George…

By Carol Jenkins

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