Review: A Very Long Hill

A very short book


A Very Long Hill is a short and very readable book on investing written by a teenage girl and her father.

I first came across Maya Peterson when I saw her blog and this remarkable talk she gave at her school.

Then I picked up her book and to my surprise actually enjoyed it very much. It’s fairly short, but covers a lot about investing and choosing stocks. Maya seems to be a big fan of Warren Buffett’s (the title is from one of his famous quotes) and she recommends following in his footsteps (choose quality companies).

There is nothing new or groundbreaking here, but it’s a fun and easy read, and might be good for a teenager.

​Check out her talk below:
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3 Responses

  1. I’m so glad that my (and my father’s) book was actually enjoyable. I’m working on another book right now: Early Bird. I think you’ll be happy to hear that it is also slightly Warren Buffett inspired. I hope you find it as enjoyable! Thank you for your very kind comments! I recently posted about investing in international markets with an interview with a seasoned investor, Bill Mann, go check it out:
    http://compoundingsnowballs.blogspot.com/2017/10/investing-in-international-markets-with.html
    (That was my shameless plug)

  2. Maya’s new book is out – “Early Bird- the Power of Investing Young”
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/1973235439
    “Maya Peterson has written a book that shows all young people that the time to invest is now, and the amount to invest is anything you can afford. You can begin with as little as $100, just as she did, because the mere act of starting early will help to ensure your success. Time is your best friend, and you have a lot of it. Investing your savings in the stocks of growing companies that you know and love is the best way to grow real wealth, and by starting early, you could see financial freedom by a young age. Maya covers why you shouldn’t be afraid, why you should start now, and the behaviors you need to invest successfully. This priceless advice will change the lives of those who listen to it and get started early. So seize your chance now! It won’t come again at this young age. “ -Jeff Fischer, Advisor, Motley Fool Pro