In 'Robo-Sauce', Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri tell the story of a boy who concocts a magical sauce to transform himself into a robot. The book features an innovative fold-out design that allows readers to transform it into a 'robo-book', complete with a shiny metal cover. This interactive element adds to the book's playful exploration of imagination and technology.
Gladys the Magic Chicken follows the adventures of a dancing chicken who is believed to grant wishes to those she encounters. As she travels through Ancient Times, various characters' wishes seem to come true, but the question remains whether Gladys is truly magical or if it's just coincidence. The story blends classic storytelling with modern humor, making it a delightful read-aloud experience.
In 'Those Darn Squirrels!', Old Man Fookwire tries to keep his beloved birds from migrating by filling bird feeders with seeds and berries. However, his plans are foiled by a group of clever squirrels who consistently outsmart him. The story is a comedic exploration of the ongoing battle between Fookwire and the squirrels, with delightful illustrations by Daniel Salmieri.
In this book, Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith offer a series of irreverent and comedic reinterpretations of traditional fairy tales. The stories are presented in a way that is both entertaining and subversive, challenging the conventional narratives of these well-known tales. The book features characters like the Stinky Cheese Man, Little Red Running Shorts, and the Really Ugly Duckling, among others, all presented with Scieszka's signature wit and Smith's distinctive illustrations.
Rounders is a screenplay written by David Levien and Brian Koppelman, telling the story of Mike McDermott, a law student and skilled poker player who gets drawn into the high-stakes world of underground poker. The film explores themes of risk, friendship, and redemption. It stars Edward Norton and Matt Damon and has become a cult classic among poker enthusiasts.
In this lighthearted tale, Adam Rubin reimagines the chupacabra as a tiny gentleman who helps save the day. The story is told in a unique bilingual style, with each sentence split between English and Spanish, followed by its reverse translation. Illustrated by Crash McCreery, the book offers a fun way to learn about the chupacabra legend while exploring themes of understanding and compassion.
This biography by Roland Lazenby is a comprehensive and definitive study of Earvin 'Magic' Johnson's life. It spans his early years, his iconic basketball career with the Los Angeles Lakers, his HIV diagnosis and its impact, and his subsequent rise as a successful entrepreneur. The book is based on hundreds of interviews with Johnson’s coaches, teammates, opponents, friends, and loved ones, as well as key conversations with Johnson himself. It portrays Johnson’s tale as a generational saga that reveals much about his unique basketball journey and America itself.
In 'Conspiracy', Ryan Holiday chronicles the intricate and ambitious plot by Peter Thiel to take down Gawker Media. The book is based on interviews with key players and delves into the strategic and philosophical underpinnings of Thiel's actions. It examines the intersection of power, privacy, and free speech in the digital age, highlighting the ruthless and brilliant tactics employed by Thiel. The narrative transcends a simple tale of a billionaire vs. a media empire, offering insights into the broader implications for culture and society.
In 'The War of Art', Steven Pressfield identifies the internal force of 'Resistance' that hinders creative endeavors. The book is divided into three sections: 'Resistance: Defining the Enemy', 'Combating Resistance: Turning Pro', and a final section that discusses the role of the muses and the battle between the Self and the Ego. Pressfield provides practical advice on recognizing and overcoming resistance, emphasizing the importance of professionalism, discipline, and continuous work in achieving creative success.
In 'Trust Me, I'm Lying,' Ryan Holiday exposes the inner workings of the online media system, detailing how rumors and false information can quickly spread from low-level blogs to major news outlets. The book highlights the role of marketers and media manipulators in this process, driven by the toxic economics of the news business. Holiday shares his own experiences as a media manipulator and provides insights into the social science behind why this system is so vulnerable to manipulation. He also offers advice on how to spot and combat these manipulative tactics[1][3][5].
In 'Courage Is Calling', Ryan Holiday explores the virtue of courage through engaging stories about historic and contemporary leaders such as Florence Nightingale, Ulysses S. Grant, Abraham Lincoln, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The book breaks down the elements of fear, cowardice, bravery, and heroism, and shows how to conquer fear and practice courage in daily life. Holiday also shares personal anecdotes, including his own experiences with courage and cowardice, to emphasize the importance of choosing to act courageously despite the presence of fear.
This book presents the fascinating lives of twenty-six ancient Stoics, from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius, organized in digestible mini-biographies. It vividly brings to life the stories of key Stoic philosophers, such as Seneca, Epictetus, and Cicero, and demonstrates how their philosophies shaped their actions and legacies. The authors intertwine historical context with philosophical insights, making the book both educational and entertaining. It shows how Stoic principles can be applied to modern life, emphasizing virtues like Courage, Justice, Temperance, and Wisdom[1][3][5].
Ryan reads today’s daily meditation and talks to Adam Rubin about his newest book High Five, taking the leap from being a part time artist to being a full time artist, the magic that is being able to express yourself creatively, following your destiny and inspiring others to do the same, and more.
Adam Rubin is a #1 New York Times best selling author of children's books. His books have sold over one million copies. Rubin graduated from Washington University in St. Louis where he studied advertising and worked as an advertising creative director for ten years before leaving his day job to focus on writing books. His new book Gladys the Magic Chicken comes out on October 26th, 2021.
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