Author: Nina Lindsey
Publisher: Snow Queen Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Award-winning author and adventure-seeker Lincoln Atwood lives for his next challenge. Guest- lecturing in a small high school in Bliss Cove hardly fits that description. But it allows him to reconcile with his brother and get some R&R after his latest daredevil injury. Win-win. Or so he thinks. Turns out, teaching is tough. As is the feisty Shakespeare guru he’s teaching with. Smart, sweater-loving Grace Berry is dedicated, passionate, inspiring…and clearly not his biggest fan. Grace loves everything about literature, and takes teaching it very seriously. Unlike the hotshot guy currently ruining her curriculum. Goes to show those who can do, can’t necessarily teach. At least not poetry or even a basic lesson plan. Swap the classroom for the bedroom, however, and Lincoln is a gifted teacher. The only problem is that Grace wants more than a bunch of (albeit amazing) short-term thrills. And that’s all Lincoln has ever wanted out of life…until now. *This book was previously published under the title Book of Love — same swoony, emotional small town romance, just with a fresh new title and cover. * * * * * Heart-grabbing small town love stories with uniquely imperfect couples and hard-fought ever afters. Binge the entire Bliss Cove series today → BLISS COVE SISTERS - The Moment We Knew (Aria & Hunter) - FREE for a limited time! - All We'll Ever Need (Callie & Jake) - Everything We Haven't Said (Rory & Grant) BLISS COVE BACHELORS - This Time With Her (Sam & Brooke) - Coming Home to Her (Lincoln & Grace) - It'll Always Be Her (Adam & Bee) Tropes: small town romance, nerdy heroine, teacher heroine, co-worker romance, workplace romance, brother's best friend, office romance, first love, boss romance, off limits romance, enemies to lovers, opposites attract romance, sparks, chemistry For fans of: RaeAnne Thayne, Maisey Yates, Melody Grace, Robyn Carr, Kait Nolan, Kate Pearce Melanie Shawn, Lili Valente, Avery Flynn, Sara Richardson Series Keywords: feel good romance, hallmark romance, romcom, romantic comedy, sweet sexy romance, rom-com, HEA romance, cute romance, feel good romance, smart hero, sweet sexy romance, swoonworthy, swoony, all the feels, romantic stories, love stories, meet cute romance, tender romance, beach read romance, smart romance, happily ever after
Coming Home to Her (Lincoln & Grace)
Author: Nina Lindsey
Publisher: Snow Queen Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Award-winning author and adventure-seeker Lincoln Atwood lives for his next challenge. Guest- lecturing in a small high school in Bliss Cove hardly fits that description. But it allows him to reconcile with his brother and get some R&R after his latest daredevil injury. Win-win. Or so he thinks. Turns out, teaching is tough. As is the feisty Shakespeare guru he’s teaching with. Smart, sweater-loving Grace Berry is dedicated, passionate, inspiring…and clearly not his biggest fan. Grace loves everything about literature, and takes teaching it very seriously. Unlike the hotshot guy currently ruining her curriculum. Goes to show those who can do, can’t necessarily teach. At least not poetry or even a basic lesson plan. Swap the classroom for the bedroom, however, and Lincoln is a gifted teacher. The only problem is that Grace wants more than a bunch of (albeit amazing) short-term thrills. And that’s all Lincoln has ever wanted out of life…until now. *This book was previously published under the title Book of Love — same swoony, emotional small town romance, just with a fresh new title and cover. * * * * * Heart-grabbing small town love stories with uniquely imperfect couples and hard-fought ever afters. Binge the entire Bliss Cove series today → BLISS COVE SISTERS - The Moment We Knew (Aria & Hunter) - FREE for a limited time! - All We'll Ever Need (Callie & Jake) - Everything We Haven't Said (Rory & Grant) BLISS COVE BACHELORS - This Time With Her (Sam & Brooke) - Coming Home to Her (Lincoln & Grace) - It'll Always Be Her (Adam & Bee) Tropes: small town romance, nerdy heroine, teacher heroine, co-worker romance, workplace romance, brother's best friend, office romance, first love, boss romance, off limits romance, enemies to lovers, opposites attract romance, sparks, chemistry For fans of: RaeAnne Thayne, Maisey Yates, Melody Grace, Robyn Carr, Kait Nolan, Kate Pearce Melanie Shawn, Lili Valente, Avery Flynn, Sara Richardson Series Keywords: feel good romance, hallmark romance, romcom, romantic comedy, sweet sexy romance, rom-com, HEA romance, cute romance, feel good romance, smart hero, sweet sexy romance, swoonworthy, swoony, all the feels, romantic stories, love stories, meet cute romance, tender romance, beach read romance, smart romance, happily ever after
Publisher: Snow Queen Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Award-winning author and adventure-seeker Lincoln Atwood lives for his next challenge. Guest- lecturing in a small high school in Bliss Cove hardly fits that description. But it allows him to reconcile with his brother and get some R&R after his latest daredevil injury. Win-win. Or so he thinks. Turns out, teaching is tough. As is the feisty Shakespeare guru he’s teaching with. Smart, sweater-loving Grace Berry is dedicated, passionate, inspiring…and clearly not his biggest fan. Grace loves everything about literature, and takes teaching it very seriously. Unlike the hotshot guy currently ruining her curriculum. Goes to show those who can do, can’t necessarily teach. At least not poetry or even a basic lesson plan. Swap the classroom for the bedroom, however, and Lincoln is a gifted teacher. The only problem is that Grace wants more than a bunch of (albeit amazing) short-term thrills. And that’s all Lincoln has ever wanted out of life…until now. *This book was previously published under the title Book of Love — same swoony, emotional small town romance, just with a fresh new title and cover. * * * * * Heart-grabbing small town love stories with uniquely imperfect couples and hard-fought ever afters. Binge the entire Bliss Cove series today → BLISS COVE SISTERS - The Moment We Knew (Aria & Hunter) - FREE for a limited time! - All We'll Ever Need (Callie & Jake) - Everything We Haven't Said (Rory & Grant) BLISS COVE BACHELORS - This Time With Her (Sam & Brooke) - Coming Home to Her (Lincoln & Grace) - It'll Always Be Her (Adam & Bee) Tropes: small town romance, nerdy heroine, teacher heroine, co-worker romance, workplace romance, brother's best friend, office romance, first love, boss romance, off limits romance, enemies to lovers, opposites attract romance, sparks, chemistry For fans of: RaeAnne Thayne, Maisey Yates, Melody Grace, Robyn Carr, Kait Nolan, Kate Pearce Melanie Shawn, Lili Valente, Avery Flynn, Sara Richardson Series Keywords: feel good romance, hallmark romance, romcom, romantic comedy, sweet sexy romance, rom-com, HEA romance, cute romance, feel good romance, smart hero, sweet sexy romance, swoonworthy, swoony, all the feels, romantic stories, love stories, meet cute romance, tender romance, beach read romance, smart romance, happily ever after
Grace's Letter to Lincoln
Author: Peter Roop
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504010124
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 59
Book Description
Can the advice of an eleven-year-old girl help get Abraham Lincoln elected president? As the election of 1860 nears, eleven-year-old Grace and her family are working hard to help Abraham Lincoln win. After seeing his image on a poster, Grace decides to write to him and suggest that growing a beard might win him more votes. Much to her surprise, Lincoln answers her letter, and she becomes a neighborhood celebrity. When the president-elect’s victory train passes through on its way to Washington, DC, Mr. Lincoln singles Grace out as the girl who gave him good advice. Based on true events, this story will charm young readers of historical fiction.
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504010124
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 59
Book Description
Can the advice of an eleven-year-old girl help get Abraham Lincoln elected president? As the election of 1860 nears, eleven-year-old Grace and her family are working hard to help Abraham Lincoln win. After seeing his image on a poster, Grace decides to write to him and suggest that growing a beard might win him more votes. Much to her surprise, Lincoln answers her letter, and she becomes a neighborhood celebrity. When the president-elect’s victory train passes through on its way to Washington, DC, Mr. Lincoln singles Grace out as the girl who gave him good advice. Based on true events, this story will charm young readers of historical fiction.
Lincoln and Grace: Why Abraham Lincoln Grew a Beard
Author: Steve Metzger
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545520452
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
A fresh and heartwarming story about Abraham Lincoln and the young girl who inspired his signature beard. Abraham Lincoln is one of the most recognizable people, let alone presidents, in the history of the United States. Perhaps it's because his face can be seen everywhere from the $5 bill in your wallet and the penny in your pocket to national monuments across the country. Or maybe it's simply because of his signature beard. Could you ever picture Lincoln without it? I bet you would never guess that there is one little girl in particular to thank for Lincoln's beard.LINCOLN AND GRACE is the story of Grace Bedell--the eleven-year-old who got a President to listen to her advice. In addition to learning the fascinating true story behind Lincoln's beard, children will love it because it shows that one voice--even one as small as their own--can matter.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545520452
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
A fresh and heartwarming story about Abraham Lincoln and the young girl who inspired his signature beard. Abraham Lincoln is one of the most recognizable people, let alone presidents, in the history of the United States. Perhaps it's because his face can be seen everywhere from the $5 bill in your wallet and the penny in your pocket to national monuments across the country. Or maybe it's simply because of his signature beard. Could you ever picture Lincoln without it? I bet you would never guess that there is one little girl in particular to thank for Lincoln's beard.LINCOLN AND GRACE is the story of Grace Bedell--the eleven-year-old who got a President to listen to her advice. In addition to learning the fascinating true story behind Lincoln's beard, children will love it because it shows that one voice--even one as small as their own--can matter.
Mr. Lincoln's Whiskers
Author: Karen Winnick
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780613788915
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
For use in schools and libraries only. Twelve-year-old Grace Bedell, of Westfield, New York, sees a picture of the campaigning Abraham Lincoln and writes the president-to-be to tell him that a beard might improve his appearance
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780613788915
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
For use in schools and libraries only. Twelve-year-old Grace Bedell, of Westfield, New York, sees a picture of the campaigning Abraham Lincoln and writes the president-to-be to tell him that a beard might improve his appearance
The Family Herald
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Languages : en
Pages : 850
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Love Inspired September 2015 - Box Set 1 of 2
Author: Brenda Minton
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460394240
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
Love Inspired brings you three new titles at a great value, available now! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. THE RANCHER’S SECOND CHANCE Martin’s Crossing Brenda Minton When former love Grace Thomas shows up at rancher Brody Martin’s door pregnant and in trouble, the handsome cowboy is determined to keep her safe. But can he protect his heart from the woman who once broke it? LAKESIDE HERO Men of Millbrook Lake Lenora Worth Returning to Millbrook Lake, former marine Alec Caldwell sets about matching injured veterans with service dogs. After meeting baker Marla Hamilton, he discovers that to heal his own wounds, he’ll need the strength of this lovely widow and her adorable daughter. AN ALASKAN WEDDING Belle Calhoune Grace Corbett may be the prettiest woman sheriff Boone Prescott’s ever seen, but he quickly recognizes the gorgeous city girl is trouble—for his small town of Love, Alaska, and for his guarded heart.
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460394240
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
Love Inspired brings you three new titles at a great value, available now! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. THE RANCHER’S SECOND CHANCE Martin’s Crossing Brenda Minton When former love Grace Thomas shows up at rancher Brody Martin’s door pregnant and in trouble, the handsome cowboy is determined to keep her safe. But can he protect his heart from the woman who once broke it? LAKESIDE HERO Men of Millbrook Lake Lenora Worth Returning to Millbrook Lake, former marine Alec Caldwell sets about matching injured veterans with service dogs. After meeting baker Marla Hamilton, he discovers that to heal his own wounds, he’ll need the strength of this lovely widow and her adorable daughter. AN ALASKAN WEDDING Belle Calhoune Grace Corbett may be the prettiest woman sheriff Boone Prescott’s ever seen, but he quickly recognizes the gorgeous city girl is trouble—for his small town of Love, Alaska, and for his guarded heart.
The Rancher's Second Chance
Author: Brenda Minton
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460388615
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
A Texas rancher is determined to protect the woman who broke her heart—and her unborn child—in this wholesome Western romance. Pregnant and running scared, Grace Thomas turns to the one man she knows she can count on: rancher Brody Martin. The charismatic Texan promises to protect her, but she knows he’ll never forgive her for breaking his heart and taking up with his former best friend. Given Brody’s own unsettled past, Grace understands that the guarded cowboy needs time to trust her again. Yet as he helps her prepare for the baby’s arrival, Grace knows she’s found the perfect father for her child. Now, with faith in her heart, she’ll dare to dream of a second chance with the man she’s never stopped loving . . .
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460388615
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
A Texas rancher is determined to protect the woman who broke her heart—and her unborn child—in this wholesome Western romance. Pregnant and running scared, Grace Thomas turns to the one man she knows she can count on: rancher Brody Martin. The charismatic Texan promises to protect her, but she knows he’ll never forgive her for breaking his heart and taking up with his former best friend. Given Brody’s own unsettled past, Grace understands that the guarded cowboy needs time to trust her again. Yet as he helps her prepare for the baby’s arrival, Grace knows she’s found the perfect father for her child. Now, with faith in her heart, she’ll dare to dream of a second chance with the man she’s never stopped loving . . .
Early American Studies
Author: Peter Roop
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504055136
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
American history comes alive for young readers in this collection of richly detailed narratives ranging from Christopher Columbus to Abraham Lincoln. These “direct and surprisingly accessible” histories, often told in the actual words of key figures from the American past, are a brilliant blend of fact and imagination (Publishers Weekly). I, Columbus: A firsthand account of Christopher Columbus’s famous voyage to the East, taken directly from his journal entries. He tells of excitement, drama, and terror on the high seas, as he and his crew weather the path to discovery. Pilgrim Voices: The pilgrims’ own writings of their voyage on the Mayflower, their first encounters with indigenous people, and their Thanksgiving celebration after surviving a difficult first winter in the New World. Off the Map: The story of Lewis and Clark’s famous 1804 expedition into the uncharted lands of America, in an accessible version drawn from the explorers’ own account. Louisiana Purchase: Biographical sketches of Lewis and Clark, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Thomas Jefferson tell the story of the United States’ expansion into a new territory and a new era. Sacagawea: Told from Sacagawea’s point of view, this historical novel shares the ordeals of her youth along with the memory of her journey west with Lewis and Clark. She shares her love of nature and explains how her loyalties have changed over time. The Declaration of Independence: Covering major events such as the Boston Massacre and Paul Revere’s midnight ride, this accessible history brings the story of the Revolutionary War to life. An Eye for an Eye: When her brother is captured at the start of the Revolutionary War, fourteen-year-old Samantha sets off to rescue him. But when she comes face-to-face with the enemy, will she still stand by her peaceful principles? Take Command, Captain Farragut!: Ten-year-old David Glasgow Farragut is the youngest midshipman ever assigned to a warship in the US Navy. Told through fictional letters that Farragut writes from prison after his capture in the War of 1812, this richly imagined story is based on real history. Ahyoka and the Talking Leaves: Ahyoka’s father is a Cherokee silversmith who dreams of a written language for his people. When he is ostracized for the “magic” he is creating, father and daughter leave home to pursue his dream on their own. Grace’s Letter to Lincoln: After seeing Abraham Lincoln on a poster, eleven-year-old Grace decides to write to him and suggest that he might win more votes in the 1860 election if he grows a beard. Much to her surprise, Lincoln answers her letter, and history is made. This “touching historic encounter” is based on true events (Scholastic).
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504055136
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
American history comes alive for young readers in this collection of richly detailed narratives ranging from Christopher Columbus to Abraham Lincoln. These “direct and surprisingly accessible” histories, often told in the actual words of key figures from the American past, are a brilliant blend of fact and imagination (Publishers Weekly). I, Columbus: A firsthand account of Christopher Columbus’s famous voyage to the East, taken directly from his journal entries. He tells of excitement, drama, and terror on the high seas, as he and his crew weather the path to discovery. Pilgrim Voices: The pilgrims’ own writings of their voyage on the Mayflower, their first encounters with indigenous people, and their Thanksgiving celebration after surviving a difficult first winter in the New World. Off the Map: The story of Lewis and Clark’s famous 1804 expedition into the uncharted lands of America, in an accessible version drawn from the explorers’ own account. Louisiana Purchase: Biographical sketches of Lewis and Clark, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Thomas Jefferson tell the story of the United States’ expansion into a new territory and a new era. Sacagawea: Told from Sacagawea’s point of view, this historical novel shares the ordeals of her youth along with the memory of her journey west with Lewis and Clark. She shares her love of nature and explains how her loyalties have changed over time. The Declaration of Independence: Covering major events such as the Boston Massacre and Paul Revere’s midnight ride, this accessible history brings the story of the Revolutionary War to life. An Eye for an Eye: When her brother is captured at the start of the Revolutionary War, fourteen-year-old Samantha sets off to rescue him. But when she comes face-to-face with the enemy, will she still stand by her peaceful principles? Take Command, Captain Farragut!: Ten-year-old David Glasgow Farragut is the youngest midshipman ever assigned to a warship in the US Navy. Told through fictional letters that Farragut writes from prison after his capture in the War of 1812, this richly imagined story is based on real history. Ahyoka and the Talking Leaves: Ahyoka’s father is a Cherokee silversmith who dreams of a written language for his people. When he is ostracized for the “magic” he is creating, father and daughter leave home to pursue his dream on their own. Grace’s Letter to Lincoln: After seeing Abraham Lincoln on a poster, eleven-year-old Grace decides to write to him and suggest that he might win more votes in the 1860 election if he grows a beard. Much to her surprise, Lincoln answers her letter, and history is made. This “touching historic encounter” is based on true events (Scholastic).
The Architecture of Story
Author: Will Dunne
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022618207X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
“Together with The Dramatic Writer’s Companion, Dunne’s The Architecture of Story is part of the most thorough course in playwriting available in print.” —Art Borreca, head of Dramaturgy Program and co-head of Playwrights Workshop, the University of Iowa While successful plays tend to share certain storytelling elements, there is no single blueprint for how a play should be constructed. Instead, seasoned playwrights know how to select the right elements for their needs and organize them in a structure that best supports their particular story. Through his workshops and book The Dramatic Writer’s Companion, Will Dunne has helped thousands of writers develop successful scripts. Now, in The Architecture of Story, he helps writers master the building blocks of dramatic storytelling by analyzing a trio of award-winning contemporary American plays: Doubt: A Parable by John Patrick Shanley, Topdog/Underdog by Suzan-Lori Parks, and The Clean House by Sarah Ruhl. Dismantling the stories and examining key components from a technical perspective enables writers to approach their own work with an informed understanding of dramatic architecture. Each self-contained chapter focuses on one storytelling component, ranging from “Title” and “Main Event” to “Emotional Environment” and “Crisis Decision.” Dunne explores each component in detail, demonstrating how it has been successfully handled in each play and comparing and contrasting techniques. The chapters conclude with questions to help writers evaluate and improve their own scripts. The result is a nonlinear reference guide that lets writers work at their own pace and choose the topics that interest them as they develop new scripts. This flexible, interactive structure is designed to meet the needs of writers at all stages of writing and at all levels of experience.
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022618207X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
“Together with The Dramatic Writer’s Companion, Dunne’s The Architecture of Story is part of the most thorough course in playwriting available in print.” —Art Borreca, head of Dramaturgy Program and co-head of Playwrights Workshop, the University of Iowa While successful plays tend to share certain storytelling elements, there is no single blueprint for how a play should be constructed. Instead, seasoned playwrights know how to select the right elements for their needs and organize them in a structure that best supports their particular story. Through his workshops and book The Dramatic Writer’s Companion, Will Dunne has helped thousands of writers develop successful scripts. Now, in The Architecture of Story, he helps writers master the building blocks of dramatic storytelling by analyzing a trio of award-winning contemporary American plays: Doubt: A Parable by John Patrick Shanley, Topdog/Underdog by Suzan-Lori Parks, and The Clean House by Sarah Ruhl. Dismantling the stories and examining key components from a technical perspective enables writers to approach their own work with an informed understanding of dramatic architecture. Each self-contained chapter focuses on one storytelling component, ranging from “Title” and “Main Event” to “Emotional Environment” and “Crisis Decision.” Dunne explores each component in detail, demonstrating how it has been successfully handled in each play and comparing and contrasting techniques. The chapters conclude with questions to help writers evaluate and improve their own scripts. The result is a nonlinear reference guide that lets writers work at their own pace and choose the topics that interest them as they develop new scripts. This flexible, interactive structure is designed to meet the needs of writers at all stages of writing and at all levels of experience.
It's All a Game
Author: Tristan Donovan
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250082730
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
“[A] timely book . . . a wonderfully entertaining trip around the board, through 4,000 years of game history.” —The Wall Street Journal Board games have been with us even longer than the written word. But what is it about this pastime that continues to captivate us well into the age of smartphones and instant gratification? In It’s All a Game, Tristan Donovan, British journalist and author of Replay: The History of Video Games, opens the box on the incredible and often surprising history and psychology of board games. He traces the evolution of the game across cultures, time periods, and continents, from the paranoid Chicago toy genius behind classics like Operation and Mouse Trap, to the role of Monopoly in helping prisoners of war escape the Nazis, and even the scientific use of board games today to teach artificial intelligence how to reason and how to win. With these compelling stories and characters, Donovan ultimately reveals why board games—from chess to Monopoly to Risk and more—have captured hearts and minds all over the world for generations. “Splendid . . . A quick and breezy read, it doesn’t just tell the fascinating stories of the (often struggling) individuals who created our favorite games. It also manages to convey the entire sweep of board game history, from the earliest forms of checkers to modern-day surprise hits like Settlers of Catan.” —Mashable “Artfully weaves together culture, business, and ways games impact society.” —Booklist “A fascinating and insightful discussion not only of games past, but the socioeconomic and historical factors that contributed to their popularity.” —Chicago Review of Books
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250082730
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
“[A] timely book . . . a wonderfully entertaining trip around the board, through 4,000 years of game history.” —The Wall Street Journal Board games have been with us even longer than the written word. But what is it about this pastime that continues to captivate us well into the age of smartphones and instant gratification? In It’s All a Game, Tristan Donovan, British journalist and author of Replay: The History of Video Games, opens the box on the incredible and often surprising history and psychology of board games. He traces the evolution of the game across cultures, time periods, and continents, from the paranoid Chicago toy genius behind classics like Operation and Mouse Trap, to the role of Monopoly in helping prisoners of war escape the Nazis, and even the scientific use of board games today to teach artificial intelligence how to reason and how to win. With these compelling stories and characters, Donovan ultimately reveals why board games—from chess to Monopoly to Risk and more—have captured hearts and minds all over the world for generations. “Splendid . . . A quick and breezy read, it doesn’t just tell the fascinating stories of the (often struggling) individuals who created our favorite games. It also manages to convey the entire sweep of board game history, from the earliest forms of checkers to modern-day surprise hits like Settlers of Catan.” —Mashable “Artfully weaves together culture, business, and ways games impact society.” —Booklist “A fascinating and insightful discussion not only of games past, but the socioeconomic and historical factors that contributed to their popularity.” —Chicago Review of Books