This Father’s Day, let dad relax with a good book.
From sports fans to Trekkies—we’ve got something for every kind of dad!
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For the History Buff:
Against All Odds: A True Story of Ultimate Courage and Survival in World War II by Alex Kershaw
The untold story of four of the most decorated soldiers of World War II—all Medal of Honor recipients—from the beaches of French Morocco to Hitler’s own mountaintop fortress, by the national bestselling author of The First Wave.
“Against All Odds achieves a pitch-perfect balance between a ground view of combat and the seismic forces that drew men like [Maurice] Britt and [Audie] Murphy to the killing grounds of Europe. Its prose is sharp, efficient and entertaining, its characters thoroughly human.”—The Wall Street Journal
“Alex Kershaw is the master of putting the reader in the heat of the action. Against All Odds is vivid and compelling, a crisp narrative about heroism, war, and going above and beyond the call of duty.”—Martin Dugard, #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Killing the Mob and national bestselling author of Taking Paris
Available in Hardcover, eBook, Audio, and Large Print Editions.
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To Risk It All: Nine Conflicts and the Crucible of Decision by Admiral James Stavridis, USN
From one of the great naval leaders of our time, a master class in decision-making under pressure through the stories of nine famous acts of leadership in battle, drawn from the history of the United States Navy, with outcomes both glorious and notorious.
“Stavridis imbues his evaluations of the highlighted decisions with his own wealth of knowledge and command experience in this fascinating work of military history and biography.”—Booklist
“An expert in his field, the author is not shy about deploring character defects that tarnished some achievements . . . Admiring accounts of some genuinely admirable American sailors.”—Kirkus Reviews
Available in Hardcover, eBook, Audio, and Large Print Editions.
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For the Sports Fan:
The Nature of the Game: Links Golf at Bandon Dunes and Far Beyond by Mike Keiser and Stephen Goodwin
Essential reading for every golfer from the sport’s most acclaimed course developer—a comprehensive, firsthand account of restoring the inherent satisfactions of this centuries-old game, from the beauty of natural courses to the joys of walking the course.
“Mike Keiser is the best thing to happen to golf since the Big Bertha. He’s the guy who single-handedly saved us from the Fake 100-foot Waterfall Era. He gave us back nature, walking and buddy trips. This is a fascinating read on how in the world he did it.”—Rick Reilly, golf writer
Available in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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The Watermen: The Birth of American Swimming and One Young Man’s Fight to Capture Olympic Gold by Michael Loynd
The feel-good underdog story of “one of the most fascinating people not only in the sport of swimming but in all of athletics” (Olympic gold medalist Rowdy Gaines): the first American swimmer to win Olympic gold, set against the turbulent rebirth of the modern Games—for fans of The Boys in the Boat and Seabiscuit.
“A truly compelling story of athletic triumph, individual perseverance in the face of adversity, and significant social history.”—Bob Costas, former NBC host of twelve Olympic Games
“A thrilling sports story about the power of perseverance in the Victorian age, The Watermen kept me up late into the night. There are three underdogs in this story—Charles Daniels, American swimming, and the modern Olympic Games—and I rooted for them all.”—Lydia Reeder, author of Dust Bowl Girls
Available in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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The NBA in Black and White: The Memoir of a Trailblazing NBA Player and Coach by Ray Scott; Foreword by Earl “The Pearl” Monroe
A memoir of hard lessons learned in the racially segregated and sometimes outright racist NBA of the early ‘60s by celebrated NBA player and the first Black Coach of the Year, Ray Scott.
“This is a truly wonderful book that reveals the difficulties of the quota system and all the other obstacles that African American NBA players had to face when the league began to integrate in the mid-1950’s and beyond . . . There’s enough wisdom in here to enlighten and inspire even people who have little or no interest in basketball. Incredibly powerful—a must read.”—Hubie Brown, NBA Coach of the Year (1978, 2004), member of Basketball Hall of Fame
“Fans of the sport will relish Scott’s insights, including how the game’s been changed by the emphasis on three-point shooting . . . a valuable addition to hoops history.”—Publishers Weekly
Available June 14th in Hardcover and eBook Editions.
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Remarkable Ballparks by Dan Mansfield
Remarkable Ballparks looks at the range of amazing places that host baseball games.
From the historic Wrigley Field rooftop grandstands to the home of the Green Monster, Fenway Park. And how modern ballparks have introduced some remarkable features centerfield, including the mini arboretum at Coors Field and the Devil Rays tank at Tropicana Field. The Arizona Diamondbacks might have a swimming pool at Chase Field, but the MLB stadium can’t match the waterpark ride at Frisco’s Dr. Pepper Stadium.
Play ball!
Available in Hardcover.
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For the Trekkie:
Phasers on Stun!: How the Making (and Remaking) of Star Trek Changed the World By Ryan Britt
Written with inside access, comprehensive research, and a down-to-earth perspective, Phasers on Stun! chronicles the entire history of Star Trek, revealing that its enduring place in pop culture is all thanks to innovative pivots and radical change.
“Britt’s scrupulous, often funny, and sometimes controversial zeal breathes new life into the canon’s obsessive discourse . . . Trekkies will tear through this at warp speed.”—Publishers Weekly
“Whether you’ve been watching since TOS or you’ve just gotten hooked on Discovery and Strange New Worlds, if you’re a Star Trek Fan, you’re going to want to pick up this definitive oral history of the franchise.”—Bustle
Available in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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For All Dads:
Raising Raffi: The First Five Years by Keith Gessen
An unsparing, loving account of fatherhood and the surprising, magical, and maddening first five years of a son’s life.
“A wise, mild and enviably lucid book about a chaotic scene . . . Gessen is a calm and observant writer . . . who raises, and struggles with, the right questions about himself and the world.”—Dwight Garner, The New York Times
“A father’s careful, piercing introspection, and a deep analysis of anger. . . . Gessen writes about his temperamental, trying son with a depth that can only come from years of loving observation . . . Memoirs of fatherhood are rarely so honest or so blunt.”—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic
Available in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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For the Dad Looking for Thrills:
Cold Fear: A Thriller by Brandon Webb and John David Mann
Finn’s search for his memory of one fateful night leads him to Iceland—only to be followed by an unhinged assassin intent on stopping him—in the riveting follow-up to Steel Fear, from the New York Times bestselling writing team Webb & Mann, combat-decorated Navy SEAL Brandon Webb and award-winning author John David Mann.
“A blockbuster! Cold Fear grabs you on the first page and never lets go . . . This is, hands down, one of the best crime novels of the year.”—Jeffery Deaver, New York Times bestselling author of Hunting Time
Available in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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Sparring Partners: A Novel by John Grisham
#1 New York Times bestselling author John Grisham is the acknowledged master of the legal thriller. In his first collection of novellas, law is a common thread, but America’s favorite storyteller has several surprises in store.
Jake Brigance returns; a death row inmate makes an unusual final request; a dysfunctional legal family gets their day in court—but maybe not the way they envisioned it. These are just a few of the unforgettable characters you’ll encounter in Sparring Partners, three novellas that prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that John Grisham is truly America’s Favorite Storyteller.
Available in Hardcover, eBook, Audio, and Large Print Editions.
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For the Dad Who Grills:
The Backyard BBQ Bible: 100+ Recipes for Outdoor Grilling by Oscar Smith
It’s time to fire-up the grill and cook some fire-licking good food.
The Backyard BBQ Bible is your guide to getting the best out of your barbecue—whether it’s a modest charcoal stand-alone or a gas-burning beast with all the bells and whistles.
Inside you’ll find more than 100 recipes designed for cooking in the great outdoors. We’ve covered the very best ingredients that taste even better when cooked over a grill—chicken, beef, lamb, pork, seafood and veggies, as well as options for side dishes and even desserts.
So fire up and get cooking!
Available in Hardcover.
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Bludso’s BBQ Cookbook: A Family Affair in Smoke and Soul by Kevin Bludso; Photographs by Eric Wolfinger and Demetrius Smith with Noah Galuten
This is low and slow Texas BBQ done right: a family affair in smoke and soul, told through 75 recipes and stories from the founder of famous Los Angeles–based Bludso’s BBQ.
In this honest and engaging cookbook, Kevin teaches you everything you need to know about BBQ: from choosing, seasoning, and cleaning your pit to selecting your brisket, ribs, and sausages, plus all the rubs and sauces you could need. Kevin also shares seventy-five delicious recipes for main meats such as BBQ Lamb Leg, Spicy Curried Oxtails, Buffalo Rib Tips, Blackened Catfish, and Grilled Mojo Shrimp; sides such as Creole Cabbage, Pinto Beans, and Down Home Mac & Cheese; and even desserts such as Mom’s Banana Pudding, Buttermilk Pie, and Kevin’s famous Hennessy on the Rocks, along with mouthwatering photographs to accompany them.
But Bludso’s BBQ Cookbook is also a story about Kevin’s family and community. It’s a love letter to the often misunderstood city of Compton, and the story of how Kevin has fed and supported his own community while teaching everyone the art of barbecue.
Available in Hardcover and eBook Editions.
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For Beer Lovers:
The Book of Hops: A Craft Beer Lover’s Guide to Hoppiness by Dan DiSorbo
The first fully illustrated guidebook for craft beer drinkers, pairing hyper-detailed photography with profiles of 50 of today’s most popular hop varieties.
With contributions from today’s most important brewers and growers; a handy primer that breaks down the science, story, and production of beer; and hand-picked craft beer recommendations throughout, this fully illustrated guidebook is all you need to discover and fully savor your next favorite brew.
Available in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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