World's Fastest Reader

Howard Stephen Berg is recognized as the world’s fastest reader thanks to the cutting-edge accelerated learning techniques he developed. These learning techniques have been proven over decades to turn information overload into information assets. Respected internationally for his contribution to the learning process, he has the unique distinction of being listed in the 1990 Guinness Book of World Records for reading at more than 25,000 words per minute and writing more than 100 words a minute.

He is a graduate of S.U.N.Y Binghamton. Using his brain-based learning strategies, this biology major completed a four-year psychology degree program in one year. His graduate studies at several New York City colleges focused on the psychology of reading. 

He also has created other accelerated learning programs including creative writing, infinite memory and mind math. He is mentioned in a number of books as a leading expert on brain-based learning and has been honored in more than nine books that track outstanding professional performance including Who’s Who Among Emerging Leaders and 2,000 Notable American Men, Red Book, Bottom Line, Forbes’s FYI, and Selling. His book Speed Reading the Easy Way is now in its 28th reprint. The book continues to be a valued resource to individuals looking to manage the overwhelming glut of information coming their way each day. 

Howard has appeared on more than 1,000 radio and TV programs including the Jon Stewart show, LIVE! With Regis and Kathy Lee, Good Morning NY, Good Day Dallas, Toronto Today, and Crook & Chase. Most recently he has appeared on Good Morning LA and Fox News’ Cavuto on Business program.