Going APE for Guy Kawasaki's new book!
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For those of with "Publish a book" on their bucket list, this is the ultimate how-to.  Take conventional publishers to a digital world and they're stranded. APE: Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur - How to Publish a Book gives writers, business people, marketers and sharers of all kinds the inspiration, guidance and tools to be their own publisher.  APE is chock-full of resources, links, illustrations and enough witty writing to make the wealth of information easy to get through and absorb.  See my recent APE book review at: [...].
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Fantastic road bike book. So well written and photographed. If you are a high end bike junkie or aspire to ordering a custom bike, this volume is a must have. Guy Andrews' approach is clear, unpretentious, and provides loads of sensible, actionable advice. A+
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Great book by a great guy - congrats on the NYT best seller status!
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This guy really knows what he's talking about! Awesome book :)
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This is a great book for new riders and it's a quick and easy read.  There's no questioning Sonny's qualifications and it's refreshing to get his personal opinions.  I would have wanted more stories mixed in for interest's sake, but I suppose that's a good reason to get his other two books.  I also think more info about specific models would have been helpful (save the paragraph dissing my S40 - ha), but I don't fault him for avoiding the "kitchen sink" temptation.  In any case, I have no reservations recommending the book to anyone new to riding!
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Cape mysteriously fluttering in the still air of my living room, Mr. Bike sat down across from me to straighten out his tights and to talk about the second edition of his show-all, tell-all book on bike use and maintenance, Urban Bikers' Tricks and Tips.

''For the most part you'll find the really accessible style and great illustrations that makes both versions of this book really easy to use,'' rumbled a deep baritone from the center of that oak barrel of a chest.

''So why buy the new book?'' I asked.

A pointed inquiry, I thought, but I might as well have assaulted a truck tire with a drinking straw. ''The section on locks got revised the most,'' answered Mr. Bike, casually adjusting his mask. ''Small lock makers are offering really great locks now, and I've uncovered some that are going to be really hot. And I've added some new tricks and tips I've learned since the last printing.''

''Learned from first edition readers?''

''Some. But also some things that people have asked me about, like how to put a bike in a car without a bike rack.''

Had I just glimpsed Mr. Bike's relatively-soft-compared-to-the-chiseled-rest-of-him underbelly? I pounced. ''Isn't that something most people could figure out?''

Fire leapt in his eyes, and I cowered as he spoke. ''Bicycle magazines, bike maintenance books, and other experts perpetrate an aura around cycling of technical complexity mastered only by esoteric knowledge and buying the right equipment. This intimidates a lot of people. The mission of this book is to get people to relax. By tapping into a global brain trust of urban cyclists, I've collected low-tech and no-tech ways to find, use, fix and keep a bike, exploding the 'bike expert' myth and empowering the common person to control their cycling destiny.

''We are finished here,'' exclaimed the mighty hero. As he rose above me, adjusted his singlet, and strode toward the door, I realized that that the wisdom of the world's urban cyclists was leaving with him.

''Just one more question!'' I pleaded. ''Please, kind sir: Where can I find this book?''

Mr. Bike turned, his cape flaring dramatically. ''At all good and decent book stores, at amazon.com, and at mrbike.com!'' he bellowed, the steel I-beams of the building thrumming in tune. Then he was gone.
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A great book with new ways to look at riding. Instead of "do this, don't do that" it's more "think about it this way" and "how can you put this information to work for you?"

Most of the stuff in this book I've never found in any other book, and I own them all.

I enjoyed the writing style, and while it seemed a little repetitive at times, I needed the reinforcement. It's funny and the graphics are terrific. How often do you laugh at a safety book?

I decided to buy after I found the author's Web page with a good description of what's inside the book. Go to debaucheryball dot com and at the bottom of the home page, there's a picture of the book and a link to more information.

Best money I've spent yet on a motorcycle book.
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This book is AWESOME!!!  If you love 500 GP racing from the late 80's and early 90's with the likes of Eddie Lawson, Wayne Rainey, Kevin Schwantz and others, this book is for you!  Also, if you love this book, look for a 2 part series called "The Unrideables".  Compared to the electronics controlled racing we have now, these men were truly superheroes.
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and probably one of my favourite books ever. It's a pleasure to be able to read this book, after following Christian's adventures in 2011 via his Globetrotter blog (which actually serves now as a companion for the book).

His adventure and life philosophy embodies everything that the sport tries to be outside of the competitive mind-frame it has evolved into. It's actually refreshing and inspiring to know that people like him exist in the community and that there is an alternative to the ego battles between teams! Thanks for giving us access to your thoughts, your personal history and your adventures around the world.

Greatly recommend this book to any BJJ fighter and anyone who loves life!
From a team-mate of the "Angolan guys" you met at the World's.
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Oh, if only Guy Kawasaki had written ("Author"), published ("Publisher"), and marketed ("Entrepreneur") when I was just thinking about embarking on my own self-publishing venture.  After reading the "A" and "P" segments, I was buoyed by the fact that it seemed I had pulled all the right levers for me; If I'd had Guy's guide and advice, I would have saved an enormous amount of time otherwise dedicated to research and trial-and-error.  Being a publishing "Entrepreneur" was, and to some extent still is, a complete mystery to me.  Reading "APE" has given me the insight and confidence to understand that the same, fundamental marketing and sales lessons and skills I've learned and applied over my life are not only transferable, but essential.  Thanks, Guy, for the support and the nudge.
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Fantastic to read. easy to understand. there is a ninja on the cover. PERFECTION. I really enjoy this book and am greatful for myguitarsage to provide it for me!
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I'm so excited that Nate has published a book. I have been following him on Facebook and he is so passionate about fitness on the go. Plus, his humor always makes it more interesting. I highly recommend checking out this book along with finding Nate Palmer on Facebook as an inspiration to follow!
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I loved this book! I'm not much of a bike tourer, but do like to cycle.  I'm not a gear head, and frankly it took me years to warm up to the cycling culture in my area and I still don't like the prevailing holier than thou attitude of many cyclists.  I've read Lance's books/biographies and those of other professional cyclists with interest but can't, and don't want to, connect to the world view represented in those books--this is a gross generalization, but the narcissism tends to overshadow the storyline.
My point with the above negativity is to juxtapose that sort of book with this one.  Joe Kurmaskie is an excellent writer--he actually is a writer and his books reflect that.  Everything I've read by him has been entertaining and has shared alot about the places he's traveled through and the people he meets.  He also has lots of great bike stories.
And with this newest book we get to learn about his childhood and his wife and his past. When I first received this book as a gift, I actually thought, this will be annoying--a long bike ride with all the crazy antics of what will turn out to be cute, highly gifted and talented children.  Instead, it wasn't, the kids were there, but they were real, and with all of his other books, the stories were more about the personal interactions with interesting people met along the road.
Lastly, Joe has a big heart and it shows in his writing.  He is actively trying to make the world a better place.
I highly recommend all of his books, they are funny and interesting, and deserve a place on the bookshelf of not just bike-enthusiasts but anyone who wants a good story.
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If one hasn't had a chance to see the kickstarter which helped bring to bear this book, I strongly recommend tracking it down it is worth a view. I enjoy very much Padraig's point of view, the manner in which it manifest in his work; be it in, "Why We Ride" or on his website Red Kite Prayer.  "The Cyclist Prayer" (specifically) - "there will be chaos-keep pedaling" is one of my favorites, it is something I have shared with friends who are passionate in other sports but could also appreciate the underlining message. My only regret is missing the local reading the author did when he visited our area due to our family being on vacation. I am certain it would add to the experience, I hope sales & interest brings the author back on the road to hear his words directly. Happy to recommend to both my cycling & non cycling friends, talented author  & a great read.
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Really like and recommend the historical content as the author Mark Haycock states, "Its an in-between coffee table book" come road test review of this amazing production bike that changed the world forever. I liked the early developmental details and was personally lucky enough to sight the preproduction bike featured on the back sleeve, taken in 1968/69 at American Honda all those years ago.
What a bike!
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Superbikes is a half size book with tons of great reviews of the fastest coolest bikes- "THE WORLD'S TOP PERFORMANCE MACHINES" with color pictures and specs; a short history of the development and changes within each country and brand. Harley, BMW, Ducati, Suzuki, Yamaha, Kawasaki,Honda,TRIUMPH,and lesser known brands like Aprilla, KTM, Cagiva and Bimota are all here in color. Also has pics of each bike's insides; engines, frames, ehxaust, and specific technology application and integration. Its a good book for the wide eyed kid (in all of us) as well as for a serious designer or someone looking to compare bikes and decide what would be the best choice.
  If you love bikes and intelligent stuff to know and compare about their looks, engines types, top speed, max power, weight, brakes, frames, and the specs in detail of each Superbike and how it was developed, here is your book. It can fit anywhere and would be loved by any bike enthusiast. Like my brothers. I like to ride but still enjoy hours of looking at this cool book!
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I absolutely love Joey and this book! I'm only on the first chapter and I am already hooked! Joey is such a sweet guy and such an inspiration it's hard not to love him. I love you so much Joey I'm so proud of you and so excited for all of the success to come along with this book!  @abbylovesharry3