Non-fiction Book Everyone Should Read & Why #L&SR’s Weekly Blog Challenge
Welcome to #L&SR’s Wednesday Weekly Blogging Challenge September 30, 2020, Non-fiction book everyone should read & Why. Oh this on is difficult for me! I read for entertainment. But I did read a couple that really were tough. Please have a seat, grab an iced tea or lemonade out of the cooler. Be sure and try a chocolate chip or peanut butter cookie.
Well, here’s what I came up with for the Non-fiction book everyone should read and why. If you don’t agree, I understand. Do you know of a non-fiction book that everyone should read? Why? Please list them in the comments!
American Sniper by Christopher Kyle with Scott McEwen and Jim Defelice – The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History is an autobiography by United States Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, With 255 kills, 160 of them officially confirmed by the Pentagon, Kyle is the deadliest marksman in U.S. military history. The memoir has sold over 1.2 million copies across all formats. Why read it? Freedom is not free.
In 2013, Kyle was murdered by Eddie Ray Routh at the Rough Creek Lodge shooting range near Chalk Mountain, Texas. A former Marine with posttraumatic stress disorder, Routh was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
No Easy Day by Matt Bissonnette under the pen name Mark Owen. –The Firsthand Account of the Mission that Killed Osama bin Laden (2012) is a military memoir by a former member of the United States Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU) who participated in the mission that resulted in the death of Osama bin Laden. The book was written by Matt Bissonnette under the pen name Mark Owen. It details Owen’s career with DEVGRU, including several combat missions in which he participated with the unit. At least half of the book focuses on Owen’s participation in the mission that killed bin Laden.
Owen and his publisher’s decision to release the book without first submitting it for United States Department of Defense (DoD) review generated controversy. The DoD claims that the book contains classified information, which the book’s publisher denies. In late August 2012, advance publicity increased the initial print run from 300,000 copies to 575,000.
Why read these books. A reminder what it takes to protect our country and our freedom. I’m sure my choices will surprise some. I realize not everyone feels as I do, but being raised in a military town and married a soldier, I’ve seen the cost first hand as have the military families.
There you have it Non-fiction book everyone should read and why. I understand these books may not be for everyone, but everyone should understand the cost of freedom. My humble opinion and we are all entitled to our own.
Alas, I must return to my writing cave where deadlines loom preparing promo on my upcoming release HIDDEN GYPSY MAGIC September 28, 2020 . Stay tuned! Chocolate Raspberry Magic release date been extended until April 2021. And I’m working on a new WIP sixth book in A Demon’s Witch Series(very exciting and coming along nicely) AND a new project is simmering Wylder West Assignment. Keep an eye out for more information. Now let’s see what other authors list as their favorite things to do in the autumn. L&SR
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“It feels like all the air is being sucked out of this room.” His brother’s face turned ashen white as Beth’s ghostly form took shape in the center of the room.
Brock moved to the little group gathered and glanced at the grandfather clock standing in the hallway. Fifteen minutes until midnight. The witching hour on All Hallows Eve. A nervous chuckle rose up in his throat. How cliche. His brother would be a believer after this night.
He cleared his throat and wrapped an arm around Gwen’s waist. “Can we help you, Beth?” Misfit’s howling could be heard clearly from the upstairs bedroom.
“No, but I hope we can help you.” Ghost Beth glanced back at the painting and sadly shook her head. “The ghost of Judge John Hathorne stands outside ready to curse or worse all those involved in sullying his reputation. The house stands between all of you…protecting—” The ghost’s hand and arm made a sweeping motion toward their group, “— against his magic ability.”
A soft almost hysterical giggle burst from Gwen. “Doesn’t he know that by his actions this night, he has not only outed himself but proved the rumors and article are true?”
“I don’t believe he’s considered that point.” Beth’s ghostly grim face twitched into a half-smile. “He’s bent on revenge, but apparently had trouble passing through the veil this evening.” She pointed to the clock and then laid a finger on her lips.
Thanks for popping in. I really appreciate it. Next week, October 7th, 2020, can you believe it? Halloween month is here. Anyway next week’s blogging challenge topic is Recipes from my city/state/country. That will be fun and easy. Grab your recipe books and get ready to share your recipes! Love Halloween! Until then have fun, stay safe, and never let the world get you down!
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Thanks Tena, for highlighting those two important books that will take Americans deeper into our steadfast military culture, which is second to none in the world.
And congratulations on Hidden Gypsy Magic!
Go Tena!
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Thank you Mike for those kind words!! Glad you stopped in! American patriate always.
I’ve read American Sniper … but not the other. Thanks for the recommend!
You’re welcome. Happy you stopped in.
Good picks!
Thank you Lydia! Glad you stopped by!
Excellent choices! And congrats on the new release!
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Thank you so much Aymee! Have a great day!
I did a book signing with a man who was a sniper in Vietnam and he was selling his book. He was interesting to talk with. https://pmprescott.blogspot.com/2020/09/wc-093020.html
THank you for stopping in Patrick!
Interesting choices.
Thank you for popping in Fiona!
Those look like good books. I’ve heard good things about the American Sniper one. Thanks for the suggestions.
My pleasure. Thanks for popping in Megan!
I haven’t read nonfiction in many years. The one I did read and enjoyed was Kon-Tike by Thor Heyerdahl. Fascinating journey,
Thanks for stopping by Donna!