Priya Parker, author of THE ART OF GATHERING, offers five ideas for bonding with family this summer 😎: 1) Design an activity that gives people social permission to connect and create a shared context. 2) Use your invitation to prime guests about the event ahead of time. 3) Make space for storytelling. 4) Tap into your guests’ talents and energies. 5) Come up with good collective mechanisms to get the group to achieve an outcome together. Read more tips from her newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/ehPkYcBz #BookLovers #Community #Summer #Connection #PriyaParker #TheArtOfGathering #Newsletter #Advice
Riverhead Books
Book and Periodical Publishing
Books that encourage you to see the world in new ways.
About us
At Riverhead, we publish books that encourage you to see the world in new ways. We’re committed to finding writers with innovative approaches and exceptional perspectives, and we’re proud to publish a wide array of thought-provoking, bestselling authors, from Daniel H. Pink to Priya Parker, David Epstein to Steven Johnson, and many more. Beyond exploring new ideas and approaches, our books have reached millions of readers around the world and our authors have won a litany of awards, including the Nobel Prize in Literature, The Booker Prize, the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, the National Book Critics Circle Award, the MacArthur genius grant, the Hurston/Wright Legacy Award, and the Dayton Literary Peace Prize. Our goal for every book and every author we publish is simple: To open readers’ minds to new ideas and to publish these books boldly and creatively to reach the widest possible readership.
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- Book and Periodical Publishing
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- 51-200 employees
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- New York
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- thought leadership, books, big ideas, and nonfiction
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At Riverhead Books, we have been supporting our authors in the fight against censorship and book bans. Jacqueline W.'s novel RED AT THE BONE is one that has been challenged many times in recent years. We have now made available a curated kit with resources geared toward educators, librarians, administrators, and readers alike. Our dedicated team has compiled: 💡 …testimonials from professors and literary stars (including Judy Blume, Edwidge Danticat, Jesmyn Ward, and more!) 💡 …videos with a statement from the author 💡 …a teaching guide with new discussion questions for students to navigate meaningful conversations 💡 …a letter from our publisher 💡 …and shareable graphics Learn more and access the kit here: https://lnkd.in/eiMGNh-Z #FightCensorship #BannedBooks #FreeExpression #Resources #RedAtTheBone #JacquelineWoodson #Authors #JudyBlume #EdwidgeDanticat #JesmynWard #Educators #Librarians #RiverheadBooks
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Riverhead author Anne Lamott joined Rainn Wilson on his podcast, Soul Boom, for an inspiring conversation about the key to love, spiritual growth, and the importance of community. They delved into the profound impact of self-care and healing. 🎧 Tune in to learn more from their thought-provoking discussion: https://lnkd.in/eAPKdbaC #RiverheadBooks #SOMEHOW #AnneLamott #Podcast #Interview #Nonfiction #AuthorLife
Anne Lamott, What is the Key to Lasting Love? | Ep 10 | Soul Boom
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This summer, dive into the world of sports with some incredible reads that will keep you motivated! ⚽🏃🥇 ⭐ THE STRIKER AND THE CLOCK by Georgia Cloepfil: An engaging narrative about the world of competitive soccer and the ticking clock of an athlete's career ⭐ RANGE by David Epstein: An essential book for anyone including coaches and athletes looking to find greater success ⭐ THE INNER CLOCK by Lynne Peeples: The fascinating science of our body's internal timing and its impact on sports performance ⭐ BREATH by James Nestor: The secrets of optimal breathing techniques that can enhance your physical and mental well-being ⭐ UP TO SPEED by Christine Yu: A comprehensive guide to understanding the latest advancements in sports science and how they can help you reach your highest potential Enjoy! #SummerReads #Sports #BookRecommendation #RiverheadBooks #Athletes #Training #Careers #Success #CompetitiveSports #Fitness #Professional #Soccer #Gym #Workout #SportsIndustry
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We're thrilled to share an engrossing read that delves into the intersection of games and human development! Kelly Clancy, author of PLAYING WITH REALITY, reveals how computer games have been pivotal to human progress, influencing our reimagination of society, economics, and politics. In her recent WIRED article, she dives into the history of how the video game SimCity was created and inspired by urban planning models! 💡 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ejZp3H7b #NonfictionBook #SimCity #VideoGame #History #Researcher #RiverheadAuthor #UrbanPlanning #TechnologyDesign #PlayingWithReality #KellyClancy
‘SimCity’ Isn’t a Model of Reality. It’s a Libertarian Toy Land
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Looking to feel inspired this summer? ☀ Or perhaps you want to add a bit of wisdom to your life. 🦉 Our tip: Check out Simran Jeet Singh's national bestseller, THE LIGHT WE GIVE, now out in paperback! bit.ly/3DIv27n This book provides a guide on how to live a happier, more fulfilling life through Sikh teachings. Part memoir, part spiritual journey, and all-around transformative, he shows how each of us can turn away from fear and move toward positive change. Be sure to follow Simran's Substack for tangible, thought-provoking insights sent straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/ehxvjjkt #Motivational #Spiritual #SikhWisdom #PersonalGrowth #InspirationalBooks #RiverheadAuthor #Substack
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Why do we love games so much? Riverhead author Kelly Clancy speaks with actor and comedian Adam Conover on the podcast Factually! The two of them discuss how we use games to connect and why they are essential. 🎥 Watch the YouTube video here: https://lnkd.in/e4u7CUXF #Nonfiction #Games #GameTheory #Factually #GameHistory #Neuroscience #RiverheadAuthor #Podcast #Interview #RiverheadBooks
Your Brain is Hardwired to Love Games with Kelly Clancy
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"Anyone who’s driven in large urban areas recently has noticed two unhappy trends. Traffic has become slower and more dangerous." Daniel Pink's solution? Ban left turns on our busiest streets in our busiest cities. Read his full proposal via The Washington Post at the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/ev6SKtn2 #DanielPink #WorkCommute #Commute #Traffic #Advice #Opinion #Car #Safety #Ban #WashingtonPost
Opinion | Why not ban left turns on busy streets?
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CALLING ALL GAME ENTHUSIASTS!!! 🎲♟ Did you know that games are older than the written language? Yes? Check out these trivia questions and more to see if you are an expert in game history. 🤔 And while you're at it, read more about how games have impacted society since the dawn of time in Kelly Clancy's new book, PLAYING WITH REALITY, out now: https://bit.ly/3RQof4P #NonfictionReads #GameHistory #RiverheadAuthor #Trivia #Learning
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In this thought-provoking piece featured in The Wall Street Journal, neuroscientist and physicist Kelly Clancy takes us on a captivating journey through the history of war games and their impact on the world, from military training to real-life decision-making processes. Check out more in Riverhead author Kelly Clancy's book PLAYING WITH REALITY, exploring how games have changed human progress! 🖊️ Read her WSJ article here: https://lnkd.in/eZSzt2eC PLAYING WITH REALITY is out today and available now! #PublicationDay #KellyClancy #PlayingWithReality #Nonfiction #History #Science #Math #RiverheadBooks
Essay | The Original War Game
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