Little Books (Skyhorse)

"Don't let your tongue be your worst enemy." -John "Sonny" Franzese "You can go a long way with a smile. You can go a lot farther with a smile and a gun." -Al Capone "I never lie to any man because I don't fear anyone. The only time you lie is when you are afraid." -John Gotti Despite the fact that secrecy is vital to the Mob, mobsters have revealed themselves to be notorious gossips, prone to bragging, and even outrageous loudmouths. Delve into the inner workings of the Mob and the mindset of those who run it through these mesmerizing quotes from some of the smoothest and most dangerous criminals, real and fictional, who ever made headlines. Whether they're spilling to their lawyers or making blood-chilling threats, mobsters reveal startling insights on leadership, guilt, and loyalty. While at times shocking, crude, and even unintentionally funny, these quotes also help us to see the humanity behind these dark bosses of the underworld . . . and give us a little insight into the dark side of our own natures, as well.

There's no getting around the allure of motorcycles. Since 1885, when Gottlieb Daimler mounted a gas-powered engine on a wooden bicycle, riders of all ages have been drawn to the exhilaration and terror of motoring in the open air on two wheels. Motorcycles have become ingrained in our culture. To some, they are the ultimate expression of freedom. To others, motorcycles symbolize lawlessness and disrespect for authority. The Little Red Book of Motorcycle Wisdom is packed full of wise, witty, and edgy quotes on motorcycles and the people who ride them. Celebrities, literary giants, and athletes offer pithy and memorable comments on what they ride, where they ride, with whom they ride, how fast they ride-and, most importantly, why they ride.

From the early explorers to space travelers and holiday jetsetters, those in transit have acknowledged both the benefits and downsides of life on the go. The Little Blue Book of Travel Wisdom is a collection of these musings on travel, be it for research purposes, business, or vacation, via a plane, a bus, or a train. Just some of the figures cited in the book include: • Robert Frost • Mark Twain • Maya Angelou • Pat Conroy • Rick Steves • Ivanka Trump • John Steinbeck • Angelina Jolie • Oscar Wilde • Michael Crichton • Jerry Seinfeld • Clay Aiken • And so many more!

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." --Mark Twain. It's telling that Mark Twain chose sailing as a metaphor for living life to the fullest. Throughout history, humankind has been going to sea in boats and ships-for the purposes of trade, exploration, transport, fishing, and pure enjoyment. The Little Red Book of Sailing Wisdom contains some of the most moving, perceptive, witty, and inspirational words ever spoken or written about the sea-faring life. Novelists, politicians, explorers, playwrights, poets, musicians, and celebrities weigh in on life upon the water, under sail. These are just some of the folks whose words appear in these pages: • Daniel Defoe • Ted Kennedy • Charles Dickens • Franklin Roosevelt • Herman Melville • Dennis Connor • Patrick O'Brian • Larry Ellison • Eugene O'Neill • Thor Heyerdahl • Jack London • Isak Dinesen • William F. Buckley • And dozens of others! Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports-books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

There's no getting around the allure of motorcycles. Since 1885, when Gottlieb Daimler mounted a gas-powered engine on a wooden bicycle, riders of all ages have been drawn to the exhilaration and terror of motoring in the open air on two wheels. Motorcycles have become ingrained in our culture. To some, they represent the ultimate expression of freedom. To others, motorcycles symbolize lawlessness and disrespect for authority. The Little Red Book of Motorcycle Wisdom is packed full of wise, witty, and edgy quotes on motorcycles and the people who ride them. Celebrities, literary giants, and athletes offer pithy and memorable comments on what they ride, where they ride, with whom they ride, how fast they ride-and, most importantly, why they ride. Read musings on bikes from such noteworthy folks as: • Hunter S. Thompson • Marlon Brando • Robert Pirsig • Evel Knievel • Sonny Barger • Ewan McGregor • Steve McQueen • Leonardo DiCaprio • Paul Newman • Bob Dylan • Hugh Laurie • Angelina Jolie • T. E. Lawrence • And dozens of others! There's a reason why people the world over are passionate about a machine that has been dubbed "the perfect vehicle." This book tells you why.

This collection shares country recipes for the most delicious kind of cooking-baking! Inside you'll find pies, cakes, cookies, and breads, all of which you can easily make at home. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting to learn, you'll love that this book has simple, straightforward steps so your creations end up just the way you want them to. The recipes are influenced by traditional American foods that comfort the soul and please the taste buds, bringing a smile to anyone's lips. - Date-orange bread - Berry loaf - Maple rolls - Apple cornbread - Chocolate almond cookies - Molasses cookies - Apple johnny-cakes - Honey-nut gingerbread - Strawberry shortcake - Apple cider cake - Oats and honey bread - Country peach pie The Little Book of Country Baking contains lush, full-color photographs of each delicious baked good and just the right amount of recipes for a never-ending supply of yummy inspiration.

Politics. It's a word that carries a great deal of weight, and there have been many words spoken about it ever since human beings decided it might be a good idea to come down from the trees and form some kind of government. The Little Black Book of Political Wisdom is an engaging collection of the wisest, funniest, and most insightful words ever said about the world of politics. Gathered here are hundreds of quotations from statesmen and stateswomen, philosophers, foreign leaders, journalists, and other politically astute observers from ancient times to present day. Here are some examples: "Politics, as a practice, whatever its professions, has always been the systematic organization of hatreds." -Henry Adams "I have learned that one of the most important rules of politics is poise-which means looking like an owl after behaving like a jackass." -Ronald Reagan "Politics are almost as exciting as war, and quite as dangerous. In war you can be killed once, but in politics many times." -Sir Winston Churchill "We hang the petty thieves and appoint the great ones to public office." -Aesop "Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys." -P. J. O'Rourke.

Nursing is an exceptional profession that will fill your heart and, at the same time, empty your tank. Nurses work countless hours forming community bonds and forming lasting relationships. They impact the ones around them with their attention to detail, caregiving, and unwavering advocacy. Nursing tasks are never singular, one-dimensional objectives but rather diverse, multifaceted check boxes nurses work on and implement to improve their patients' health outcomes. No nurse is the same, no patient is the same. Each nursing shift provides a different experience; adaptation is essential each and every hour. Nurses are chameleons and leaders who go above and beyond, making it all work out and making it the impossible look simplistic. Nursing is a profession that cannot be quantified in one sentence, and nurses aren't individuals who have linear mindsets. Whether you are a nurse, know a nurse, or on your way to being a nurse, The Little Blue Book of Nurses' Wisdom will remind you of just how great nursing is and how much support the nursing profession offers individuals worldwide. Read and reflect on each quote. Allow these words to touch your heart and trigger memories of your present and future self. Nursing isn't merely a profession. It is a mindset.