My deep love for audiobooks dates back to my time in college as a student-athlete. What began during long flights soon became my sanctuary between classes and football games—a way to quiet my mind and escape into other worlds. My college teammates and I were invited to the premiere of The Express, a sports biopic about football legend Ernie Davis, based on his memoir. His story became one of the first audiobooks I truly listened to, and even sparked my own desire to become a writer. Through this experience, I learned the profound importance of telling YOUR story, as you never know whose life you might touch as a result. Now, I'm excited to recommend five memoirs of equally inspiring figures who have impacted my life in more ways than one through their incredible journeys. I hope they do the same for you. Enjoy! —Randy McKinnon, creator of The Prophecy
Lucky Me is the story of one of the greatest sports agents in the business—Rich Paul, who alongside his close friend and client LeBron James, helped disrupt the entire sports industry.
Shonda Rhimes is one of the most influential figures in my career and arguably the most powerful showrunner in television. But this memoir reveals her challenging journey to overcoming anxiety and fear—finally accepting that she is the queen of TV ... and maybe golf?
There aren't enough words to express my adoration for Kerry Washington. She's kept our screens in a chokehold for decades, playing some of the most iconic characters in history—the Virgin Mary included. :) This memoir shares her humbling journey to becoming the icon and activist she is today.
Rick Rubin is a legend within the music industry, perhaps most known for the mystery surrounding what he actually does. In this book, that mystery transforms into valuable guidance and perspective on mastering your craft as an artist and creative.
Issa Rae released this collection of essays charting her journey to becoming one of Hollywood's most celebrated multi-hyphenates. It's raw, funny, and inspiring—exactly what you'd expect from an Issa Rae experience.
Randy McKinnon, a writer, executive producer, and director, is the creator of The Prophecy, a supernatural thriller only available on Audible.
