We discuss Matthew Dicks’ books focusing on the art of storytelling, particularly personal narrative. Dicks shares his experiences and insights on crafting compelling stories from everyday life, covering topics such as finding your five-second moment, crafting a powerful beginning, employing the "but-and-therefore" principle to add momentum, understanding the power of surprise, and mastering the use of humor to engage an audience. He also provides guidance on overcoming performance anxiety and delivering a memorable and impactful story.