When is F@W part 2 coming out?

I'd be interested in an all YC edition of Founders at Work.

I would too, but somewhat less interested because the companies are still so early stage. The story is just beginning for most of them.

That's very true, but that's also what's so exciting about this whole movement. We're in the middle of something pretty special. An all YC Founders at Work would tell the story of a few exits, but it could also get into the details of some still-growing companies. Those are the companies that will to continue to hold us in suspense even after we finish the book. We get to watch those stories come to an end in real time.

Jessica would be in a pretty good position to tell those tales.

I can't answer that, but there is apparrently a new chapter in the paperback that discusses the early history (in interview format) with Jessica Livingston.

For many years I've kept a book in my laptop bag so I always have something interesting to read. These days I'm usually carrying Founders at Work and another book.

I just started it today. Great narratives from the authors. It'll make you want to pull on the job and jump into a start-up. (As if it's that easy...)

Great book, now more compact and affordable. Buy it and read it, you'll learn so much.

does anyone know if the updated version is only available in paperback? i've been meaning to read f@w for a while, and went to order it today, but i would really prefer the updated version in hardcover...

The interview with Jessica is only in the paperback, as far as I know.

Sorry EastSmith, by updated I meant includes the interview with Jessica - Thanks so much for the information, pg!

"updated version"?

I'm still enjoying this book. I put a tick in pencil, on the contents page, next to the chapters I've read. Bookmark old style!

Get this book because it puts everything in context. Put it rigt next to Hackers and Painters on your shelf.

I just ordered F@W. Is it a good read?

It's a very good read. Jessica Livingston has a really smooth interview style. Her questions are right there in the text, yet it reads as if the founders are just spontaneously telling their story.

I'm about halfway through and really enjoying it. There are many hidden gems if you pay attention.

I also like that you can read it fairly non-linear.

It's a good reread as well.

Thank God(or YC) that Jessica left the Investment Banking Industry way back in 2005.

I can't wait until Muffin (Alexis) gets back from Thailand.

I can't find the audiobook version. Darn.

Read most of it a month ago. Great read!

Congrats Jessica!