Books published by publisher McSweeney's Publishing

Issue 38 is due to be a real beauty, with stories pulled in from all over the world—a grand tour, in prose, of a dozen places you have perhaps neglected to visit, up to now. There is Ariel Dorfman in Paris, with one eye on Chile, Bisi Adjapon in Ghana, Chanan Tigay with the Israeli Arabs of the Desert Scouts Brigade, Nathaniel Rich exploring the Northeast Kingdom, and Steven Millhauser somewhere far away, deep, deep in the woods—and more stories, besides, plus a comic and color photography and a cover that'll earn you admiring glances in whatever environment you're in. Don't even think about missing this one.

This issue is a two-book package, held together by a cardboard bellyband.Our first issue of 2012 features all kinds of amazing stuff—so much, from so many good people, that we turned it into two beautiful little books. There are new stories from Neil Gaiman and Etgar Keret and David Vann (can you guess which one contains pterodactyls and Aztecs?), there is Said Sayrafiezadeh awaiting the uprising at Occupy Wall Street and a special compendium of the incredible writing that inspired the Egyptian Revolution, and, in its own volume, there is Rick Bass’s extraordinary account of a week in Rwanda—the most ambitious nonfiction piece McSweeney’s has ever run, and without a doubt one of the best essays of the year. You don’t want to miss this one!

“HOW TO PLAY BASKETBALL FOR KIDS A COMPLETE GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND PLAYERS This book is an excellent guide for inspiring youths who want to excel in the game of basketball. Author Tony R. Smith provides not only the basic fundamentals that are needed for success, but a blueprint that can be used on any level of the game. I highly recommend this book not only for players, but coaches as well. Fantastic Read!” ( Ty Randolph former NBA Development Coach)How to Play Basketball for Kids: A Complete Guide for Parents and PlayersBasketball is an extraordinary sport to support whole child development. Tony R. Smith showcases key fundamentals for sound player development. Concentrating on essential skills of the game: Conditioning, Jumping Ability, Shooting, Defense, Rebounding, Footwork, Boxing Out and much more, Smith outlines basics in accessible language. Basketball is a game of mental and physical endurance - this book shows how to gain it all. As a bonus, a section has been added to help players with diet and strength training. Edited: by J. Cade6 x 9 Book Size easy to useOver 40 Drills for parents/coaches/playersBonus Smoothie/Protein RecipeReviewed by a Head College Basketball Coach“Tony R. Smith’s book is very detailed and focuses on the things that will make youth basketball players fundamentally sound. Tony dives deep into the basics of youth basketball skill development!” (Al Pinkins Associate Head Basketball Coach University of Florida Gators)

McSweeney’s began in 1998 as a literary journal that published only works rejected from other magazines. Today, it attracts work from some of the finest writers in the country, including David Foster Wallace, Ann Cummins, Rick Moody, and William T. Vollmann. McSweeney's Issue 21 includes work by Roddy Doyle and Stephen Elliott, as well as the triumphant return of Arthur Bradford. There's also new stories (written by secretive and heretofore unknown authors) of beauty and acuity. Determined to find new voices, publish work of gifted but underappreciated writers, and push the literary form forward at all times, McSweeney's Issue 21 proves McSweeney's continued commitment to excellence.

I Live Real Close to Where You Used to Live is a collection of letters written by children across America to Michelle Obama and her daughters Malia and Sasha (plus a few to their dog Bo). Each missive differs wildly in subject — from Easy Bake ovens and Pokémon to immigration, school funding, foreclosures, and war. There is no shortage of advice, observations, requests, and questions ("Wouldn’t it be awesome if pickles grew on trees?") from these young writers — two years into the Obama presidency, they remain as engaged as ever with the events shaping the world around them. Their letters to the first lady and her family are both poignant and hilarious.Proceeds from this book benefit 826 National, a family of nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping students, ages six to 18, with expository and creative writing at seven locations across the country.

McSweeney's 26 comes in three parts: two small, oblong books of stories by writers large and small (John Brandon, Amanda Davis, Uzodinma Iweala, and eight more), set in regions near and far (Kazakhstan, Bosnia, Spain, Arkansas), and a third book, Where to Invade Next, edited by Stephen Elliott and inspired by actual Pentagon documents, which seeks to give a picture of just how our government could create a rationale for its next round of wars. Read them one at a time, or all at once, but know that this one’s got it all--whirlwind visions of the world of today, and dead-serious essays about which parts of it the United States might soon be confronting.

Are you afraid of sharks? Do sharks make your skin crawl? Most people are scared of sharks because they don't understand this animal. Sharks are very interesting animals and have a bad reputation outside of water. There are so many different types of sharks. In this book, you will learn about a lot of different species of sharks. Here are few facts about about sharks: Their cartilaginous skeletons are much lighter than true bone and their large livers are full of low-density oils. Most sharks can see well in dark-lighted areas, have fantastic night vision, and can see colors. Sharks have small black spots near the nose, eyes, and mouth.

The best-bred lunatics in England live in Clankwood, and Francis Beveridge is that community's newest resident. Rather than attending the asylum's Saturday dances, though, Beveridge goes on the lam in London. And thus, when a traveling German noble finds himself at the luxurious Hotel Mayonnaise without a guide to England's customs, who better to escort him than the amnesiac Englishman who materializes by his side? Beveridge provides the German with much useful knowledge, like giving a splendid tutor in bringing rail stations to a standstill, revealing the best way to fake a rabies attack, and showing how to crash London's most exclusive clubs — quite literally. A much-loved Victorian comic masterpiece, this is the original anarchic novel that ushered in the age of Wodehouse and Waugh.

Math the Easy WayS.S. Publishing Kindergarten Math Workbook will help children master mathematics skills. Examples are provides along with sections for practice. This math workbook includes numbers ,counting, shapes, money, telling time, and much more. Your child or the children you work with can start here. Our math workbooks are packed with plenty of fun activities that will teach a variety of essential school skills. This workbook can improve a child's math skills. The highlights of this workbook include:NumbersAdding and SubtractionMoney & MeasurementShapesTally MarksAnd More

Do you want to teach your child/student about the desert? Do you want to know interesting facts about the desert? Do you know what plants and animals can survive with very little water? Find out you will find out what lives in desert. The desert is a wonder place and it is full of life. Sometimes the deserts may seem lifeless, but many animals find a way to live. Scorpions sting, snakes slither, birds, toads and many more animals. Life in the Desert for Kids will allow you to take a peek at how animals of the desert survive and strive to beat the desert heat. In this book you will learn about:Desert AnimalsDesert PlantsDesert SoilAnd much more

Time to learn about the importance of sun safety. This fun book will give parents and their child facts and activities to stay sun safe. You can reduce your risk of skin damage and skin cancer by seeking shade under an umbrella, tree, or other shelter before you need relief from the sun. Your best bet to protect your skin is to use sunscreen or wear protective clothing when you’re outside even when you’re in the shade. This book will give you insight on how to protect you and your child at the beach.