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Two exes. One dinner. What could go wrong?Would you go to dinner with your ex? The one you were engaged to, but haven't spoken to in years? You're over them – right?!Jada and Dallas are hashing things out in this sharp, hilarious new comedy. Can they leave 7 years of baggage at the door to give their love a second chance? Is the spark even still there? Or will the weight of their past pull them apart before the night ends?Following sold out runs in ...

An unforgettable look at a lifetime of baseball packed with humor and passion for the gameWith a career that has now touched eight decades, Jim Kaat has had a prime front row seat for baseball's continuing evolution.Not only was he a major-league pitcher for 25 seasons, but his time as a pitching coach and his many years as a broadcaster have given him a singular long view of the game.In Good as Gold, Kaat weaves the tale of a lifetime, taking fans on ...

The New York Yankees don't call themselves the "Bronx Bombers" for nothing. And though Babe Ruth did not invent the home run, he did indeed popularize it and make it seem less vulgar.New York Yankees Home Run Almanac presents a month-by-month tally of historic, important, unusual, or titanic home runs, hit mostly by Yankees (or players who hit them at Yankees ballparks). It covers everyone from Ruth to Mickey Mantle, Alex Rodriguez, Joe DiMaggio, Lou Gehrig, Reggie Jackson,...

In celebration of the 100th issue of Who’s Who in Baseball—one of the game’s most venerable publications—comes a century's worth of the annual's iconic covers, insightful breakdowns of the players featured on those covers, and informative accounts of the baseball history tied to each year’s issue.100 Years of Who’s Who in Baseball is a colorful, must-have book of baseball nostalgia for fans of the American Pastime.The start of the baseball season brings with it a host of an...

Baseball books span the spectrum from the All-Stars to the has-beens but invariably overlook the endless string of things that could have happened but didn't. Baseball’s Memorable Misses fills that void, pointing out little-known facts perfect for both rabid and casual fans. Who knew that Willie Mays never won an RBI crown or that Stan Musial hit the most home runs in one day but never led his league in a season? Nolan Ryan had zero Cy Young Awards despite owning records for strik...

Joe Castiglione is one of a few select announcers whose voice harkens fans back to the home field of their favorite team. After 30 years, his commentary has become as much a part of Boston Red Sox lore as the Green Monster, the Pesky Pole, and Yawkey Way. In this chronicle, the beloved broadcaster offers his insider account of one of the most dominant baseball teams of the past decade—from the heartbreaking 1986 World Series and the turbulent 1990s to the magical 2004 American League Centr...

In Broadcast Rites and Sites: I Heard It on the Radio with the Boston Red Sox, Joe Castiglione gives his educated opinions on his favorite sightseeing, shopping, and restaurants from coast-to-coast. Yet, at the heart of the book is baseball as seen from his unique perspective and longevity in the booth—from witnessing seven no-hitters to having a catch with Bob Feller; from Roger Clemens' twenty strike out game to the fateful, unforgettable Game 6 of the 1986 World Series.

Marcus Douglas Presents Dimensions of the SoulWhat if your life to this point was a lie? Every truthful emotion, abrupt decision, empathetic moment, was all a dance that you were led to believe you were in control of? The loved ones you held dear were a part of a stage play? That the person behind the scenes, unknown to you, was dictating how everything played out. How would that affect your thoughts and decisions, moreover, how would it affect your soul?Meet President Elec...

In this captivating collection of essays, renowned literary critic William Lyon Phelps delves into the minds and works of some of the most influential novelists of the modern era. From the psychological depths of Henry James to the social commentary of Edith Wharton, Phelps offers insightful analyses that illuminate the complexities of these literary giants. With his characteristic wit and erudition, Phelps explores the themes, characters, and writing styles that have shaped the landscape ...

An unforgettable look at a lifetime of baseball packed with humor and passion for the gameWith a career that has now touched eight decades, Jim Kaat has had a prime front row seat for baseball's continuing evolution.Not only was he a major-league pitcher for twenty-five seasons, but his time as a pitching coach and his many years as a broadcaster have given him a singular long view of the game.In Good as Gold, Kaat weaves the tale of a life...

In 1957, the Dodgers left their home of Brooklyn, New York, where they had been since their inception in 1884, for the sunny hills of Los Angeles, California. Since arriving in LA, the team has won five World Series and ten NL Pennants, and become one of the top-grossing organizations in Major League Baseball.The Dodgers: 60 Years in LA chronicles the team’s impressive history since arriving in the West Coast. Covering the amazing feats of Dodgers greats such as Steve Garv...

For more than a century, the World Series has captivated baseball fans. From Babe Ruth's Called Shot in 1932 and Reggie Jackson's three-in-a-row home runs in 1977, to the "reverse the curse" wins by Boston in 2004 and Chicago in 2005--this action-packed volume is sure to please. Quotes from the star athletes, photos of the best plays, and a complete list of results since the first series in 1903 round out the book that young baseball fans will find is an out-of-the park home run!