Scott Smith Books

Scott Smith is the founder and managing partner of Changeist, a consulting company that conducts futures research for businesses, NGOs, and governments. Changeist’s clients include Nokia, NASA, UNICEF, and the UK government. This is his first book.

Madeline Ashby is a science-fiction writer and consulting futurist. In addition to authoring Company Town and the Machine Dynasty book series, Ashby has also written numerous short stories and is a regular contributor to Slate and the MIT Technology Review.

  1. 1How to Future

    How to Future

    Scott Smith with Madeline Ashby

    Leading and Sense-making in an Age of Hyperchange

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    What's How to Future about?

    How to Future (2020) arms you with a structured approach to prepare for multiple futures, as a business and an individual. In a fast-moving world where so much seems unpredictable, we can orient ourselves toward plausible future scenarios by recognizing changing trends in information – and using these observations to inform strategic decisions. In a business setting, effective futuring can mean the difference between relevance and obsolescence. 

    Who should read How to Future?

    • Business or government leaders looking to future-proof their organizations
    • Knowledge-hungry people interested in futurology
    • Futurist writers looking to hone their skills
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  2. 2The Ruins

    The Ruins

    Scott Smith

    What's The Ruins about?

    The Ruins by Scott Smith is a gripping horror novel that follows a group of friends who embark on a vacation to Mexico. When they decide to explore some ancient ruins, they soon realize they are not alone. Trapped and surrounded by a malevolent force, they must fight for their lives in a desperate bid for survival. This chilling and suspenseful tale will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

    Who should read The Ruins?

    • Horror fiction enthusiasts who enjoy eerie and unsettling stories
    • Readers who appreciate suspenseful and intense narratives
    • Individuals interested in psychological exploration of fear and human nature
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