Foreword Book of the Year Awards Finalists

ForeWord Magazine recently announced their finalists for their 2012 Book of the Year Awards, which include three books from Insight Editions! The winners will be announced at the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference in Chicago, Friday, June 28th, 6pm at The Pop Top Stage.


Rolling Stones 50 x 20 (Insight Editions), Performing Arts & Music category
By Chris Murray, Foreword: Richard Harrington, Hardcover, Price: $34.99

Rolling Stones 50 x 20 celebrates one of the most influential, enduring, and controversial bands in rock history with images captured by twenty of the world's greatest music photographers. Chris Murray is the founder and director of Govinda Gallery in Washington, D.C. For over thirty years, Murray has organized more than 200 exhibitions of many of the nation's leading artists and photographers. Richard Harrington is a writer whose work has appeared in the Washington Post and the Washington Star.

The Monkey King (Insight Editions), Art category
Hardcover, Price: $40.00

The Monkey King collects the work of 72 international artists who were asked to draw the mythical Chinese hero, the Monkey King, in his or her own unique way. The result is a stunning collection of different interpretations, styles, and media. The Monkey King is a centuries-old character from Chinese literature,
possessed of incredible strength and supernatural powers, and capable of 72 transformations into various animals and objects. The artists’ step-by-step drawings and text explaining their creative process are also included.

Under the Halo (Insight Editions), Sports category
By Pete Donovan, Preface: Arte Moreno, Foreword: Tim Salmon, 
Introduction: Mike Scioscia
Hardcover, Price: $50.00

Generations of Angels fans can relive their favorite team moments in Under the Halo. With more than 300 images, a vintage lineup sheet, game tickets, postcards, and a fold-out timeline of the Angels' history, this book traces the memorable moments, personalities, and accomplishments of this remarkable franchise. Tim Salmon spent his entire career with the Angels, where he earned the American League's Rookie of the Year award in 1993 and finished as one of the most popular players in team history. Arte Moreno and his Angels have won five American League Western Division championships since he took over the team in 2003. Mike Scioscia has been the manager of the Angels since 2000. Pete Donovan is a sports columnist for the Palm Springs Desert Sun, is a former sportswriter for the Los Angeles Times, and has covered and followed the Angels for over 40 years.

Remembering Ken Regan

Source: nytimes.com via Insight Editions on Pinterest

2012 has come to a close and upon reflecting on the many wonderful moments we had to share as a company, we couldn't discuss the year's events without mentioning Ken Regan and what a great loss we experienced with his death in late November.

We first worked with Regan on his 2007 book, Knockout: The Art of Boxing where he showcased photos of Muhammad Ali, Evander Holyfield, Mike Tyson, George Foreman, Joe Frazier, Oscar de la Hoya and many more, both in and out of the ring.

In 2011, we released All Access: The Rock 'n' Roll Photography of Ken Regan. Over 300 pages and nearly 5 pounds, it really is the ultimate coffee table book for music lovers.

Ken was there to witness it all. His photos will walk you through music history, and some pretty amazing moments in sports, dating back to the 60s.

Photography has changed since Ken first started out, but he will be missed by many. We are honored to have published his art and memories with fans who, no doubt, will continue to share Ken's work with future generations.

eBooks available from Insight Editions

Did Santa leave you a copy of your favorite book under the tree or a gift card in your stocking?

If you have money to spend, or a gift certificate to redeem at your favorite online bookstore, why not pick up an eBook or two?

Here are just a few titles Insight Editions has available in digital form for your reading pleasure.

Slash: An Intimate Portrait Photography by Robert Knight Text by Richard Bienstock Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition  America's Team: The Authorized History of the Dallas Cowboys by Jeff Sullivan Foreword by Jerry Jones Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition One on One: Rolling Stones Photography by Gered Mankowitz Text by Sean Egan Download the iBook Purchase the Paperback Edition

Goodnight Husband, Goodnight Wife by Justin Stangel and Eric Stangel Illustrations by Adam J. Raiti Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition Clint Eastwood: Icon The Essential Film Art Collection by David Frangioni Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition I've Never Met an Idiot on the River: Reflections on Family, Photography, and Fly-Fishing by Henry Winkler Download the iBook Download the Kindle Version Purchase the Hardcover Edition

Barbarians: A Handbook for Aspiring Savages by Dr. Byron Clavicle and Grute Skullbasher Illustrations by Joshua Kemble Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition Mail-Order Mysteries: Real Stuff from Old Comic Book Ads by Kirk Demarais Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition Inception:  The Shooting Script by Christopher Nolan Download the iBook   Download the Kindle Version    Purchase the Paperback Edition

Also available from iTunes: Whitney Houston: The Voice, the Music, the Inspiration and Batmobile: The Complete History.

Holiday Gift Guide

We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re shopping for your significant other, who enjoys video games, football, and films, or your mom, who likes crafts, cooking, and comedy, Insight Editions has books in our catalog for everyone on your holiday gift list, including that one person who is always the most difficult to shop for.

House of Cash: The Legacies of My Father, Johnny Cash by John Carter Cash Hardcover $39.95 House of Cash provides an unprecedented look at the life and inspirations of the Man in Black, by none other than his namesake son, John Carter Cash. Buy Now Shop for more books featuring legendary icons.   Rolling Stones 50x20 Edited by Chris Murray Foreword by Richard Harrington Hardcover $34.99 The World's Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band is celebrated here with images by twenty of the world's greatest music photographers. Buy Now  Discover more books from our Photography collection. Christmas with the First Ladies by Coleen Christian Burke Foreword by Deborah Norville Hardcover $29.95 No home in America celebrates Christmas quite like the White House. Buy Now Shop for more History books. San Francisco Giants: 50 Years by Brian Murphy Foreword by Danny Glover Afterword by Willie Mayes Hardcover $50.00 Follow the Giants from their early days at Seals Stadium to Candlestick Park to latest decade led by Barry Bonds. Buy Now Check out our other Sports books.

The Godfather: The Official Motion Picture Archives   by Peter Cowie Hardcover $45.00 Containing many previously unseen behind-the-scene images from the Paramount Archives. Buy Now Shop for more titles from our Film & Animation category. Slash: An Intimate Portrait Written by Richard Beinstock Photography by Robert Knight Foreword by Ronnie Wood Hardcover $29.99 This comprehensive collection features more than twenty years' worth of previously unpublished photographs of guitar legend Slash. Buy the Hardcover Edition Now Download the iBook Shop for more books in our Music section. Sculpting a Galaxy: Inside the Star Wars Model Shop Collector's Edition by Lorne Peterson Preface by George Lucas Foreword by Rick McCallum Afterword by Phil Tippit Hardcover with clamshell $425.00 Includes resin replica of Luke's landspeeder and the Death Star, a special edition documentary DVD, a separate book on digital modeling, a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity. Buy Now Check out the rest of our Collector's Editions. Harry Potter: A Sticker Collection Paperback $12.99 More than 400 unique stickers from the Harry Potter film series! Buy Now   Discover more books from the Harry Potter franchise.

Goodnight Husband, Goodnight Wife by Eric Stangel and Justin Stangel Hardcover $16.99 A humorous parody of a children's literature classic, familiar to generations of married couples. Buy the Hardcover Edition Now Download the iBook Shop for more titles in our Gift & Humor section. The Kiss: A Celebration Hardcover $14.99 Culled from history, cinema, and popular media, this collection evokes passion, romance, intrigue, and desire. Buy Now Find more Gift Books. Real Love: The Drawings for Sean by John Lennon Introduction by Yoko Ono Hardcover $16.95 John Lennon was many things to many people, but to his son Sean, he was Daddy, a role he approached with humor, affection, and creativity. Buy Now Shop for more Art Books. The Wizard of Oz: With Three-Dimensional Pop-Up Scenes from the story by L. Frank Baum Illustrated by Nicola L. Robinson Hardcover $22.99 It's difficult to put a new spin on a classic, but that is exactly what has been done in this edition. Buy Now Shop for more Children's Books.

Get 40% off on all books from the Insight Editions' website when you enter promo code GIFT2012 at checkout. Promotion ends 12/31/2012.

Dads Rock!

Whether the dad in your life is sports fan, music lover or avid fisherman, we've got you cover this Father's Day.

New uniforms for the Dallas Cowboys

Yesterday, Nike released photos of the new NFL uniforms for the Dallas Cowboys. We've shared several of these on our Dallas Cowboys Pinterest board and would love to know what you think! If you're a Cowboys fan, you'll want to bookmark this page for Father's Day and make sure you share this with other fans who might want to pick up a copy of America's Team before football season begins in September. 

images from America's Team: The Official History of the Dallas Cowboys

It's really just a few months away but we know you'll need something to keep you busy until then.

Memorable Moments in Los Angeles Angels' History

25 Angels' Memorable Moments

If you're an Angels' fan and history buff, you'll recognize many of the highlights below that call out the great players and moments that stand out among the Los Angeles Angels timeline.

A more complete visual timeline can be found inside Under the Halo: The Official History of Angels Baseball by Pete Donovan.

• May 5, 1962 - Bo Belinksy Tosses First No-Hitter in Angels History
• 1964 - Dean Chance's Cy Young Season
• 1966-1993: Nolan Ryan by the (Amazing) Numbers
• July 3, 1970 - Clyde Wright's No-Hitter
• October 1, 1970 - Alex Johnson Wins AL Batting Title
• April 6, 1973 - Frank Robinson's Debut
• 1979 - Don Baylor's MVP Season
• September 25, 1979 - Autry Has Another Champion
• June 26-27,  July 9-11, 1982 - Six Big Wins
• July 6, 1983 - Lynn Hits Historic Grand Slam in All-Star Game
• 1986 - Wally World
• August 29, 1986 - The Great Comeback
• April 11, 1990 - Langston, Witt Combine for No-Hitter
• 1993 - Tim Salmon: Rookie of the Year
• June 10, 1997 - Jim Edmons: "The Catch" 
• July 29, 1997 - Chuck Finley Becomes Angels' All-Time Leader in Wins
• May 15, 2003 - Arte Moreno Becomes New Angels Owner
• July 14-15, 2003 - Garret Anderson Shines as an All-Star
• June 2, 2004 - Vladdy's Big Night
• October 2, 2004 - Angels Rally for AL West Crown
• 1995 - 2004: Percival Sets Club Saves Record
• November 8, 2005 - Colon Wins the Cy Young
• June 18, 2007 - Figgins Collects Six Hits
• September 13, 2008 - K-Rod Becomes Single-Season Saves Leader
• August 18, 2009 - Nine For Nine

Everyone who has been associated with the franchise over the years has worked hard to build an organization of which our fans can be proud, and I think this book depicts the level of pride everyone within the organization feels for Angels baseball.  —Mike Scioscia, Angels Manager

Under the Halo: The Official History of Angels Baseball
(Insight Editions, 2012)

Through first person accounts by Anels past and present, Under the Halo brings fans into the dugout with an all-star roster, including Garrett Anderson, Bert Blyleven, Rod Carew, Dean Chance, Chuck Finley, Nolan Ryan and many, many more!

March Madness in Portlandia

Portland has been put back on the map, big time, by the comedy show on IFC, Portlandia, but it's the city's basketball team that really unites the people of Portland.

Blazermania, The Official History of the Portland Trail Blazers, is guaranteed to delight basketball fans of all ages.

Blazer Mania: This is Our StoryThe Official History of the Portland Trail Blazers
by Wayne Thompson
Fordword by Bill Walton

Four decades of history are presented alongside more than three hundred rare photographs to create an authoritative time line chronicling the birth of "Rap City" and the team's rise to prominence; Dr. Jack Ramsay's arrival and the road to the 1977 NBA Championship; the legacy of Bill Walton, the team's mercurial center; Clyde Drexler, Terry Porter, and the beloved two-time Western Conference champions; and a new tradition of excellence led by Greg Oden and LaMarcus Aldridge.

Are you ready for March Madness?

Spring Training

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The Angels join the teams covered by Insight Editions among our baseball titles which include books devoted to the San Francisco Giants and the Philadelphia Phillies.

                 

Whether you're rooting for your favorite team or the all-star players, spring means the beginning of baseball and we're pleased to be a part of it.

Generations of Angel fans can relive their favorite team moments in Under the Halo, with an introduction from Mike Scioscia, vintage scorecards, removable game tickets and a timeline highlighting the franchise successes throughout the past five decades.

Fans will be pleased to see how up-to-date this book is, ending with photos of the latest players to join the Los Angeles Angels, Albert Pujols and C.J. Wilson.




Under the Halo
The Official History of Angels Baseball
by Pete Donovan
Foreword by Tim Salmon; preface by Arte Moreno; Introduction by Mike Scioscia
Hardcover | 256 pages | $50.00

February is Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month with these true originals from Insight Editions.

Reggae Scrapbook
by Roger Steffans
Photography by Peter Simon

Soul Rebel: An Intimate Portrait of Bob Marley in Jamaica and Beyond
Written and photographed by David Burnett

Bob Marley (One on One series)
by David Burnett


The Experience: Jimi Hendrix at Mason's Yard
by Gered Mankowitz

Knockout: The Art of Boxing
by Ken Regan
Preface by Liam Neeson
Introduction by Norman Mailer

The Complete Quincy Jones: My Journey and Passions
by Quincy Jones
Preface by Maya Angelou
Introduction by Bono

Receive 20% these featured titles when you enter promo code: ORIGINALS at check-out. Offer ends 2/2/2012.

Books for Sports Fans

You cheer on your team whether they win or lose. You wear their colors, their jerseys and tune in to watch the game or listen to the play-by-play when you can't be in the stands. These books are for you.

BASEBALL FANS

San Francisco Giants: 50 Years

by Brian Murphy

Foreword by Danny Glover

Afterword y Willie Mays

Join some of San Francisco's famous fans, from Peanuts' creator Charles Schulz to Danny Glover and Carlos Santana, in celebration of this beloved team.

Includes an exclusive CD.  

Philadelphia Phillies: An Extraordinary Tradition

Edited by Scott Gummer and Larry Shenk

Foreword by Christopher Guest

Introduction by Mike Schmidt

Original essays by Hall of Famers, current Phillies heroes, and a cast of unforgettable characters, including players, managers, broadcasters, and baseball's most die-hard fans, offer insights and anecdotes, transporting readers onto the field and behind the scenes.

Under the Halo: The Official History of Angels Baseball
By Pete Donovan
Foreword by Tim Salmon
Preface by Arte Moreno
Introduction by Mike Scioscia

From the team's inaugural season in 1961 under the ownership of film legend Gene Autry, Under the Halo traces the memorable moments, personalities, and accomplishments of this remarkable franchise.

BASKETBALL FANS

Blazermania: This is Our Story 
The Official History of the Portland Trail Blazers
By Wayne Thompson
Foreword by Bill Walton

Four decades of history are presented alongside more than three hundred rare photographs to create an authoritative time line chronicling the birth of "Rip City" and the team's rise to prominence.

FOOTBALL FANATICS

America's Team
The Official History of the Dallas Cowboys
By Jeff Sullivan
Foreword by Jerry Jones
Essays by Dan Jenkins, Verne Lundquist, Steve Sabol, Pat Summerall, Rich Dalrymple, Brad Sham, Paul Tagliabue, and General Tommy Franks


Five Super Bowl titles. Thirty-three playoff victories. Twenty-one division titles. From Tom Landry and Don Meredith in 1960 to Jerry Jones and Tony Romo today, America's Team has provided millions of fans with unforgettable memories. Bringing their rich history to life, this impressive volume celebrates five decades of exciting Dallas Cowboys football.