Dan Stemkoski

In a future society where people are divided by class and color, Darrow is a Red, the lowest caste. Believing he's making Mars livable for future generations, he sacrifices his life's work for a better world. However, he discovers that humanity has already reached the planet's surface, and he and his fellow Reds are nothing more than slaves to a decadent ruling class. Driven by the memory of lost love, Darrow joins the Institute, where he'll compete for his life and the future of civilization against the best and most brutal of Society's ruling class.

Experience a post-apocalyptic world where a devastating flu pandemic has destroyed civilization as we know it. Follow Kirsten Raymonde, a member of The Traveling Symphony - a small troupe of actors and musicians dedicated to keeping the remnants of art and humanity alive. But when they come across a violent prophet threatening their existence, they must fight for survival. With a unique timeline that jumps between life before and after the pandemic, uncover the twist of fate that connects them all in this National Book Award and PEN/Faulkner Award finalist.

"The Secret Race" is a groundbreaking book that exposes the doping culture in professional cycling, with a focus on Lance Armstrong. Olympic gold medalist Tyler Hamilton gives readers a glimpse into the world of unscrupulous doctors, anything-goes team directors, and athletes willing to do whatever it takes to win. The book details Hamilton's battle with depression, his complicated relationship with Armstrong, and how he gained an edge over his competitors. With a new Afterword reflecting on the developments within the sport over the past year, "The Secret Race" is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of cycling.

Discover the secrets to mastering anything in 6 months or less with The 4-Hour Chef. This choose-your-own-adventure guide takes you on a journey from Manhattan to Calcutta, unearthing the secrets of the world's fastest learners and greatest chefs. Author Tim Ferriss uses cooking to explain the step-by-step process of "meta-learning," which can be applied to anything from cooking to basketball. Featuring tips and tricks from experts in various fields, this cookbook is a guide to mastering both cooking and life. Journey through the art and science of learning with the five-stop journey of META, DOM, WILD, SCI, and PRO.

"The Art of Learning" is a riveting book that shares the principles of learning and performance from two-time world champion Josh Waitzkin. Through heart-stopping martial arts and tense chess face-offs, Waitzkin takes readers on a journey to excellence, revealing how a well-thought-out, principled approach to learning separates success from failure. He shares how to embrace defeat and channel emotions into creative fuel, turn weaknesses into strengths, and achieve peak performance in any competitive or professional circumstance. Learn from Waitzkin's life lessons in this page-turning narrative.

This inspiring book explores how the mind can influence an athlete's performance just as much as physical skill. With lessons and anecdotes from prominent athletes, you'll learn techniques and exercises to build mental "muscle" and gain the "head edge" over the competition. Don't miss out on this must-read for any athlete or sports fan.

Master your mindset on the court with this groundbreaking program. Overcome self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses of concentration to achieve victory. Written by a renowned author, this classic bestseller has been updated to change the way the game is played.

Discover the fascinating story of the spy who cracked open the Soviet military research establishment in the last years of the Cold War. Adolf Tolkachev, an engineer in a Soviet military design bureau, handed over tens of thousands of pages of top-secret technical secrets that allowed America to reshape its weapons systems and achieve near total superiority in the skies over Europe. Author David E. Hoffman creates an unprecedented and poignant portrait of Tolkachev, a man who risked it all to master the craft of spying against his own country. The Billion Dollar Spy is a brilliant feat of reporting that unfolds like an espionage thriller.