Napkin finance Build your wealth in 30 seconds or less

Written by a Harvard MBA, this print version of the material found on the Napkin Finance website is designed for readers seeking a broad introduction to the topic. Financial concepts are explained with a combination of napkins (cleverly illustrated single pages) and supporting information in the form of tables and bulleted lists. Topics are explored in a logical order in twelve chapters, starting with Money 101, which encompasses basic concepts such as savings, debt, interest, and insurance. The remaining chapters range from everyday concerns (credit cards, Social Security, and tax returns) to more sophisticated issues (cryptocurrency, blockchain, and hedge funds). Each chapter concludes with a multiple-choice quiz. Material is presented in a clear, concise, and visually appealing way. The book will be most useful to readers who feel that they lack even the most basic financial literacy, as topics are covered in very general terms. In addition, younger readers may prefer to view the material online, where short videos are also available. Overall, a nice introduction to basic finance that may leave readers wanting more information.--Jennifer Michaelson Copyright 2019 Booklist

Struggling at Harvard Business School with terminology and numbers-laden concepts that fellow students with a banking background breezed through, Hay devised a visual learning strategy using sketches and infographics that helped her conquer all. Then she founded the multimedia company Napkin Finance to help anyone understand essential concepts of money without fear or glazed eyes. Michelle Obama's Better Make Room campaign is among her clients. Including 60 learning modules in a seven-inch square format, with each module including a four-color Napkin (hmm, that's new) plus explanations and visual elements; a 75,000 copy first printing.