Shelf Life

Author Paul Barrett explores the history of the Glock pistol in his new book, and explains how it came to popularity in the U.S.

Find out how well you would fare answering some of Marketplace's newly-designed interview questions.

Today's job interviews are nothing like those in the past. Author William Poundstone examines the kinds of new interview questions that are asked at corporations like Google.

Sound plays a large role in our overall health. And whether your an office drone or factory worker, different types of music can help or hurt your performance.

Tom Mueller, author of "Extra Virginity: The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil," reveals everything you should know about olive oil, including how to taste it.

Thomas Thwaites discusses how –and why — he built a toaster from the bottom up.

From Paul Allen to Henry Kissinger, here's a list of some of my favorite author interviews this year

At the end of the year, Marketplace takes a look at the best business books of 2011. We asked some of our regular contributors and voices we respect to share their picks for favorite business books of the year. Plus, Kai offers his own recommendations.

Jon Chonko's new book takes apart the sandwich — quite literally.

The Kogi Barbecue truck is often credited with kicking off the gourmet food truck craze in Los Angeles. Chef Roy Choi shares how Jack Kerouac's seminal work pushed him to start the truck.