Who: Tom Bemis, retired editor
Recommendation: “Our Team” by Luke Epplin
Why it’s a good read: It’s a well-written account of the four people who led Cleveland to their last World Series championship. All four— Larry Doby, Satchel Paige, Bob Feller and Bill Veeck—were terrific characters on their own. This account weaves their stories together to explore what it took to win Cleveland’s last major league championship more than 75 years ago.
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Oct. 10, 2024
Who: Keith Winston, sales account executive
Recommendation: “The Curious Case of Sidd Finch” by George Plimpton
Why it’s a good read: The title character is a young, gangly kid who has one remarkable talent: he can throw a baseball with unerring accuracy at 170 (yes, 170) miles per hour—every time. He’s also an aspiring Buddhist monk. This began as a now-legendary April Fool’s magazine article that the author expanded into this novelette. It’s a delight.
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Who: Sejal Choksi-Chugh, Executive Director of San Francisco Baykeeper
Recommendation: “How to Watch Basketball Like a Genius” by Nick Greene
Why it’s a good read: This book provides a fascinating history of the game and its development with page-turning analysis and facts that will not only enhance the way you watch a game but will arm you with interesting talking points for all your NBA watch parties. A must-read for any basketball fan!
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