Books with author M.Ed. Michael D. Matthews

This book has helped thousands of men build their best bodies ever. Will YOU be next?If you want to get muscular, lean, and strong as quickly as possible without steroids, good genetics, extreme dieting, or wasting ridiculous amounts of time in the gym . . . regardless of your age . . . you want to read this book.Here's the deal:Building muscle and burning fat isn't as complicated as the fitness industry wants you to believe. This book is the shortcut.You don't need to:Spend hundreds of dollars per month on the worthless supplements that steroid-fueled bodybuilders "swear by." Most pills and powders do absolutely nothing.You don't need to: Constantly change up your weightlifting routine to gain muscle mass quickly and effectively. Muscle building is much simpler than that.You don't need to: Waste a couple of hours in the gym every day grinding through grueling workouts. In fact, this is a great way to get nowhere.You don't need to: Slog away at boring cardio to shed ugly belly fat and get a six-pack. In fact, you don't have to do any cardio to get the body you really want.You don't need to: Obsess over "clean eating" and avoiding "unhealthy" foods to get ripped. Instead, you can get the body you want eating the foods you love.Those are just a few of the harmful lies and myths that keep guys from ever achieving the lean, muscular, strong, and healthy bodies they truly desire.And in this book you're going to learn something most guys will never know . . .The exact methods of diet and training that make putting on 10 to 15 pounds of quality lean mass a breeze . . . and it only takes a few months.Here are just a few of the things you're going to discover in this book:The 10 biggest fat loss and muscle-building myths and mistakes that keep guys fat, weak, and frustrated.The 3 scientific laws of muscle growth and fat loss that literally force your body to get bigger, leaner, and stronger. You'll be shocked at how easy it really is to build muscle and lose fat once you know what you're doing.How to create flexible diet plans that help you transform your body composition eating the foods you love . . . and without ever feeling starved, deprived, or like you're "on a diet."A paint-by-numbers training system that will help you build a big, full chest . . . a wide, tapered back . . . thick, powerful legs . . . and strong, bulging arms . . . spending no more than 3 to 6 hours in the gym every week...doing challenging, fun workouts that you enjoy.A no-BS guide to supplements that will show you what works and what doesn't, saving you hundreds if not thousands of dollars each year.And a whole lot more!Imagine . . . just 12 weeks from now . . . being constantly complimented on how great you look and asked how the heck you're doing it . . .Imagine enjoying the added benefits of high energy levels, no aches and pains, better spirits, and knowing that you're getting healthier every day . . .The bottom line is you CAN get that "Hollywood hunk" body without following boring, bland "bodybuilder" diets or living in the gym. This book shows you how.SPECIAL BONUS FOR READERS!With this men’s fitness book, you'll also get a FREE 56-page reference guide with all of the book's key takeaways, a year's worth of Bigger Leaner Stronger workouts, 10 premade meal plans for cutting and lean bulking, and more!Scroll up, click the "Buy" button now, and begin your journey to a bigger, leaner, and stronger you!

This bestselling flexible dieting cookbook has helped thousands of guys and gals build their best body ever eating foods they love. Will YOU be next?If you want to build a body you can be proud of without having to starve or deprive yourself of all the foods you actually like . . . and if you want 125 quick, easy, and delicious “fitness-friendly” recipes . . . you want to read this book.What if I told you that just about everything magazines and trainers teach you about dieting is wrongWhat if you could build lean muscle and lose stubborn fat eating delicious foods that never make you feel like you’re “on a diet”?What if you didn’t have to obsess over “clean eating” to get lean and healthy? In fact, what if you could “cheat” each and every day and still reach your goals?In short, what if I told you that using food to build muscle, lose fat, and get healthy is much simpler and sustainable than you’ve been led to believe?Well, I have good news.You don’t need to follow a bland, boring, "bodybuilder diet" to get into the best shape of your life.You can eat all of your favorite foods while transforming your physique, and you can do it faster than you ever thought possible.And this book is the shortcut.Here’s a “sneak peek” of what you’ll find inside:The paint-by-numbers formula for creating effective meal plans tailored to your body, goals, and lifestyle.How to use calories, “macros,” “micros,” food choices, and nutrient timing to improve your body composition.13 delicious and easy-to-make breakfast recipes, like “BLT” Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, High-Protein Banana Oatcakes, Spice Caribbean Oatmeal with Yogurt Swirl, and more.11 mouthwatering salads and dressings, like Spicy Santa Fe Taco Salad, Grilled Mediterranean Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette, Creamy Jalapeno-Cilantro Dressing, and more.14 low-calorie snacks you’ll actually want to eat, like Blueberry-Coconut Pancake Batter Smoothie, Maple-Walnut Protein Muffins, Peanut Butter Protein Swirl Brownies, and more. 16 succulent beef and pork recipes that make savory lunches and dinners, like Beef Stroganoff, Beef Lo Mein, Parmesan-Crusted Pork Chops, and more.18 tasty poultry dishes you’ll love again and again, like Curry Chicken, Mexican Meatloaf, Pollo Fajitas, and more.8 flavorful seafood recipes like Creamy Fettuccine with Scallops, Graham Cracker-Crusted Tilapia, Seared Cod with No-Cook Mustard-Caper Sauce, and more.11 appetizing side dishes like Crispy Squash Fries, Sweet Potato Chips, Roasted Garlic Twice-Baked Potato, and more.10 delectable desserts that you can enjoy guilt-free, like Peach Cobbler, Maple-Raisin Bread Pudding, Triple Berry Crisp, and more.Imagine . . . just 12 weeks from now . . . being constantly complimented on how great you look and asked how the heck you're doing it . . . Imagine enjoying the added benefits of high energy levels, no aches and pains, better spirits, and knowing that you're getting healthier every day . . .The bottom line is you CAN achieve that "Hollywood body" without eating the same simple, tasteless meals every day.Plus, a special bonus for readers!With this cookbook, you’ll also get a FREE bundle of spreadsheets with the nutrition facts of every recipe in the book, 20 flexible dieting meal plans for building muscle and losing fat, and two free fitness eBooks that’ll teach you exactly what to do in the gym to get fitter and stronger than ever before.So, scroll up, buy this book now, and begin your journey to a fitter, leaner, and stronger you!

'Sometimes you think you know a place, and then along comes a book like this that really opens your eyes.' Charlie LeDuff, author of Detroit: An American AutopsyWhen Michael Matthews first visited Detroit, he was grimly fascinated by the place. The sheer scale of the crime and desolation was unlike anything he had seen before. He was hooked, and returned whenever he could. Over dozens of visits, he got to know the people – cops, reporters and gang members as well as ordinary Detroiters trying to live their lives in peace – and formed deep bonds with them, which led him into places and situations no writer has ever seen before.AMERICAN RUIN is the story of Michael’s journey into the soul of this broken city, a shocking, violent and heart-breaking portrayal of a modern tragedy.Detroit was once the richest city in America, celebrated around the world for its prolific car production and flourishing music scene – the American Dream come true.Then came its fall. Detroit became the deadliest place in America, with more murders per capita than any other major city in the country. With drugs and guns rife on the streets and its administration riddled with corruption, the city was dying and anyone who could was getting out...AMERICAN RUIN is an explosive portrait of a city trying desperately to get back on its feet and the people prepared to give everything for their home. ***What readers are saying about AMERICAN RUIN...'Like something out of a Hollywood movie''Raw and real''Of all the 'police' themed volumes I've read over the years AMERICAN RUIN is up there amongst the best''A pointilist image of a city in agony and a police department trying to rescue it''If I could give this book 10 stars I would'***Michael Matthews was a police officer in London, UK, for more than twenty years. He spent fourteen working in Specialist Operations, including eight years at Scotland Yard. He has travelled extensively across the US, spending time with a large number of police departments and law enforcement agencies, and has vast experience with many different aspects of policing. He is considered an expert on US and UK policing, and has appeared on television and radio around the world. American Ruin is Michael’s third book. His first, We Are the Cops, is a collection of stories gathered from American police officers. His second, The Riots, is a fast-paced account of the devastating 2011 English riots, told from the point of view of frontline police officers. Michael now lives in Canada but continues to spend time in the US and UK.

'Sometimes you think you know a place, and then along comes a book like this that really opens your eyes.' Charlie LeDuff, author of Detroit: An American AutopsyWhen Michael Matthews first visited Detroit, he was grimly fascinated by the place. The sheer scale of the crime and desolation was unlike anything he had seen before. He was hooked, and returned whenever he could. Over dozens of visits, he got to know the people – cops, reporters and gang members as well as ordinary Detroiters trying to live their lives in peace – and formed deep bonds with them, which led him into places and situations no writer has ever seen before.AMERICAN RUIN is the story of Michael’s journey into the soul of this broken city, a shocking, violent and heart-breaking portrayal of a modern tragedy.Detroit was once the richest city in America, celebrated around the world for its prolific car production and flourishing music scene – the American Dream come true.Then came its fall. Detroit became the deadliest place in America, with more murders per capita than any other major city in the country. With drugs and guns rife on the streets and its administration riddled with corruption, the city was dying and anyone who could was getting out...AMERICAN RUIN is an explosive portrait of a city trying desperately to get back on its feet and the people prepared to give everything for their home. ***What readers are saying about AMERICAN RUIN...'Like something out of a Hollywood movie''Raw and real''Of all the 'police' themed volumes I've read over the years AMERICAN RUIN is up there amongst the best''A pointilist image of a city in agony and a police department trying to rescue it''If I could give this book 10 stars I would'***Michael Matthews was a police officer in London, UK, for more than twenty years. He spent fourteen working in Specialist Operations, including eight years at Scotland Yard. He has travelled extensively across the US, spending time with a large number of police departments and law enforcement agencies, and has vast experience with many different aspects of policing. He is considered an expert on US and UK policing, and has appeared on television and radio around the world. American Ruin is Michael’s third book. His first, We Are the Cops, is a collection of stories gathered from American police officers. His second, The Riots, is a fast-paced account of the devastating 2011 English riots, told from the point of view of frontline police officers. Michael now lives in Canada but continues to spend time in the US and UK.

If you want to know how to build muscle and burn fat by eating healthy, delicious meals that are easy to cook and easy on your wallet, then you want to read this book.Do you lack confidence in the kitchen and think that you just can't cook great food?Are you not sure of how to prepare food that is not only delicious and healthy but also effective in helping you build muscle and lose fat?Are you afraid that cooking nutritious, restaurant-quality meals is too time-consuming and expensive?Do you think that eating healthy means having to force down the same boring, bland food every day?If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, don't worry--you're not alone. And this book is the answer: With it, you can cook fast, healthy, and tasty meals every day (and on a reasonable budget) that will help you build muscle or lose weight, regardless of your current skills.The Shredded Chef is more than just a bunch of recipes, though. It's going to teach you the true scientific basics of gaining muscle and losing fat, because bad diet advice is an epidemic these days.In this book, you're going to learn how to eat right without having to obsess over every calorie.These 9 scientifically proven rules for eating are the foundation of every great physique, and they have nothing to do with following weird diets or depriving yourself of everything that tastes good.And the recipes themselves? In this book you'll find 114 healthy, flavorful recipes specifically designed for athletes that want to build muscle or lose fat. Regardless of your fitness goals, this book has got you covered.Here's a "sneak peek" of the recipes you'll find inside:18 fast, delicious breakfast recipes like Peanut Butter Power Oatmeal, French Muscle Toast, High-Protein Banana Oatcakes, Lean and Mean Zucchini Hash Brown, Macho Mexican Scramble and more. Whether you're trying to burn fat or build muscle, you'll find recipes that will help you get there. 18 mouthwatering chicken dishes like Chicken Stroganoff, Tasty Thai Chicken, Jerk Chicken Stir Fry, Honey-Garlic Chicken, and more. Forget boring chicken dishes, even when cutting! 14 tasty beef recipes like Low-Fat Russian Beef Stroganoff, Lean Bison Burgers, Vietnamese Beef Noodles, Meathead Meatballs, and more. Enjoy beef like never before with these creative recipes and you'll even find low-calorie beef dishes designed for losing weight!10 savory fish and seafood recipes like Turkey Bacon Wrapped Scallops, Provencal Baked Halibut, Salmon Burgers, Tasty Tuna Melt, and more. Never again settle for flavorless, unappetizing fish and seafood--these recipes will have you singing praises for the sea!7 hearty, healthy pasta recipes like Chicken Pesto Pasta, Asparagus & Goat Cheese Pasta, Classic Pasta Bolognese, Beef Lasagna, Chicken Fettuccine with Mushrooms, and more. Each of the pasta dishes are high in protein, making them great muscle-building treats.14 awesome side dishes like Wasabi Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Fries, Hot 'n Healthy Brown Rice, Zucchini Risotto, Couscous Salad, and more. You're going to love mixing and matching these side dishes with the entrees and discovering your favorite combinations! 5 delectable desserts like Key Lime Pie, Peach Cobbler, Chocolate Protein Mousse, Banana Cream Pie, and more. These sugar-free desserts will satisfy your sweet tooth without the calorie overload!And more! (I haven't even mentioned the recipes for pork, salads, protein shakes, protein bars, and snacks...)SPECIAL BONUS FOR READERS!With this book, you'll also get a free spreadsheet that lists every recipe in the book along with their calories, protein, carbs, and fats! Chances are you're going to want to use the recipes to plan out your daily meals, and this spreadsheet makes it a simple matter of copy and pasting!Scroll up and click the "Buy" button now to forever escape the dreadful experience of "dieting" and learn how to cook nutritious, delicious meals that make building muscle and burning fat easy and enjoyable!

Now your kids can impress everyone with their knowledge of the San Francisco 49ers!Children ages 8 to 10 will love this easy-to-read San Francisco 49ers fun fact book.You’ll learn fascinating 49ers trivia that you probably didn’t know.You and your kids will both spend quality time together as you enjoy becoming a mini-expert on the great San Francisco 49ers.You'll enjoy discovering...* FUN San Francisco 49ers facts for kids - keep them entertained for hours!* Action-packed FULL-COLOR football images.* How many Super Bowls have the 49ers won?* Was Joe Montana ever intercepted in the Super Bowl?* Why do the 49ers wear red and gold?* Who is the 49ers all-time leading scorer?* What gruesome thing did Ronnie Lott do to play in the playoffs? Don't try this at home!* Which 49ers players are in the Football Hall of Fame?* Which 49er players have had their numbers retired?* Who are the top 5 San Francisco 49ers players - and why?* Why did the 49ers not always play in the NFL?* Which sport was Joe Montana offered a full college scholarship to play? Hint: It's not football!...and Much, Much More!Get ready to enjoy watching the 49ers even more after you read this quick, fun San Francisco 49ers fun fact book.

Growing up means learning new things and in the summer of her fourteenth year, Teddy Schaefer learns more about life than she ever wanted to. She has been looking forward to sailing her new boat in the waters around her Gulf Island home but her mom has other ideas. She informs Teddy that they are spending the summer with her Aunt Flo in the "middle of nowhere" otherwise known as Lipton, Saskatchewan.As boring as that sounds to Teddy, she soon discovers that sometimes, the "middle of nowhere" can be become the "center of the universe".Pender Island Blues is a bittersweet story of a young girl's lessons in life and the strength and courage it sometimes takes to make it through.

Now your kids can impress everyone with their knowledge of the Super Bowl!Children ages 8 to 10 will love this easy-to-read Super Bowl fun fact book.You’ll learn fascinating Super Bowl trivia that you probably didn’t know.You and your kids will both spend quality time together as you enjoy becoming a mini-expert on the Super Bowl.You'll enjoy discovering...* FUN Super Bowl facts for kids - keep them entertained for hours!* Action-packed FULL-COLOR football images.* Who has played in the most Super Bowls?* Who has never played in a Super Bowl?* How big is the Louisiana Superdome?* Heads or tails - Does it matter who wins the coin toss? The surprising answer.* How many balls are really used during the Super Bowl?* Which players had the best Super Bowls of all time?* Which is the most consumed Super Bowl food? It's probably not what you think.* The shocking reason why you will never get to see television footage of Super Bowl I.* How much money will each player make for being in the Super Bowl?...and Much, Much More!Get ready to enjoy the Super Bowl even more after you read this quick, fun Super Bowl fun fact book.

Ten year old Pien Ma has a dream that someday she will be on stage at Carnegie Hall playing a big, black Steinway grand piano. She knows she can achieve that dream by hard work and lots of practice. But there's someone standing in her way. Joe the bully. He takes great delight in making Pien's life miserable. He teases her. He bullies her. He warns her that if she tells anyone, she will have trouble. What is she to do? He won't stop bullying her. She's too small to fight back and now, she's afraid to say anything to anyone. Her Mom and Dad know what's going on but will they step in and help? Can they figure out a way to get Joe to stop hurting Pien? With her dreams of success as a concert pianist at stake, who will win this battle? The truth is that kids who need the most love often find the most unloving ways to ask for it.