This week Dick Vitale, college basketbal analyst, columnist, philanthropist, and author, was interviewed by Sam Laird from Mashable. They discussed things such as his newest book, Getting a W in the Game of Life: Using my T.E.A.M. Model to Motivate, Elevate, and Be Great (9780983695295, $18.95, Paperback); the V Foundation; Twitter; the effect of the internet, blogosphere and social media on college basketball; and the Final Four. Dick Vitale is also the author of Dickie V's ABCs and 1-2-3s: A Great Start for Young Superstars (9780984113088, $14.95, Board Book). Both Getting a W in the Game of Life and Dickie V's ABCs and 1-2-3s are published by Ascend Books and distributed by Partners Publishers Group. More information on Dick Vitale can be found on his website.
A Beer Drinker's Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine (9780985533618, $16.95, Paperback)
written by Jim Laughren, published by Crosstown Publishing, and distributed by Partners Publishers Group received a favorable review from Janet Green for Readers' Favorite℠ on February 17, 2013. A Beer Drinker's Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine is a friendly wine primer that educates from a beer drinker's point of view. Wine styles, tasting techniques, and major international regions are all presented, among nuggest of beer lore, keys to winespeak, and much more.
Getting a W in the Game of Life, Dickie V's ABCs and 1-2-3s, and A Beer Drinker's Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine are all available from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or your favorite local bookstore. Visit Indiebound.org to find an independent bookstore near you. Bookstores may order from their favorite local wholesaler or contact me directly for more information.
Have a great weekend!
Sara Wells Speigel 02/22/2013