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
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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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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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Forgot to buy a Father's Day gift? Here are a few book recommendations for every type of dad: 🎁 ASCENSION by Nicholas Binge: An enormous snow-covered mountain has appeared in the Pacific Ocean. No one knows when exactly it showed up or how to explain its existence. A group of scientists set out to see if they’ve stumbled upon the greatest scientific discovery known to man or the seeds of their own demise. 🎁 WHAT IF? 2 by Randall Munroe: Is your dad planning to ride a fire pole from the moon back to Earth? Want to know what would happen if he rode a helicopter blade, built a billion-story building, made a lava lamp out of lava, or jumped on a geyser as it erupted? Randall Munroe has all the answers for him. 🎁 AMERICAN FLANNEL by Steven Kurutz: Journalist Steven Kurutz uses American Giant’s quest to build a 100% made-in-USA flannel shirt from the ground up to spotlight the small but passionate community of brands and makers (including one dubbed “the sock queen of Alabama”) dedicated to keeping the American garment industry alive. 🎁 WHITE HOLES by Carlo Rovelli: If your dad took you to NASA for a family vacation, then this is the book for him. Beloved physicist, Carlo Rovelli, will take him into the heart of a black hole in a book that says as much about imagination and exploration as it does about physics. 🎁 THE HEAVEN & EARTH GROCERY STORE by James McBride: Two communities on the outside of a Pittsburgh neighborhood—one comprised of African Americans, the other of Jewish immigrants—become intertwined as the discovery of a dead body brings up long-held secrets. This will definitely make your dad cry! #FathersDay #GiftIdeas #RiverheadBooks #Nonfiction #Fiction #Dad #BookRecommendations #FathersDayGifts
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Summer sun got you in the mood to run? ☀🏃♀ Check out these 5 running tips from sports journalist and athlete Christine Yu! Want to read more? Yu's book, UP TO SPEED: The Groundbreaking Science of Women Athletes, is about how the latest research can help women achieve their athletic potential. Get your copy today: https://bit.ly/3VMmxBC #UptoSpeed #ChristineYu #RunningTips #SportsBooks #Wellness #HealthAndFitness #WomensHealth
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Have you tuned in to Riverhead author Simran Jeet Singh's Substack yet? In his entries, Singh's writing is a goldmine of wisdom that will empower you—full of practical advice, thought-provoking perspectives, and valuable lessons for every aspect of life. #RiverheadAuthor #TheLightWeGive #Sikh #Wisdom #LifeLessons #SubstackSensation #NonfictionWriter #PersonalGrowth
Executive Director, Religion & Society Program, The Aspen Institute; National Bestselling Author, The Light We Give
There was a man outside with a white cane, touching it against the wall of the shop. He was visually impaired, trying to find his way. Emma placed her hand on his shoulder. He gave her a hug. Then she held his hand and walked him into the bakery. I was struck by the beauty of this small moment. Here’s a woman whose job it is to take people’s orders at a fancy French bakery, where people pay $5 for a croissant. It’s beautiful and posh and delicious and popular. There’s no need for her to exude kindness to everyone who comes in. That’s certainly not the norm in New York City. We typically avoid eye contact and ignore one another. And yet, here’s a woman who is working busily, serving other people, meeting their demands—and doing it all with a smile. I watch her work for ten minutes and I’m exhausted, but she shows no sign of slowing down. Here’s what I’m thinking about. Most of us aren’t living this way. We’re working hard and carrying a lot constantly, but our outlooks aren’t so pristine. Who among us takes the time to learn the names of strangers? Do we go out of our way to help other people, not expecting anything in return? https://lnkd.in/ggpz7AD9
Little Interactions
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Looking for some captivating books to dive into this summer? Here are a few thought-provoking reads that will keep you engaged all season long: ☀️ VOLUME CONTROL by David Owen: Explore the fascinating world of sound. Owen takes us on a journey through the science of hearing, revealing how noise affects our productivity and well-being. ☀️ SPINELESS by Juli Berwald: This captivating narrative explores the importance of jellyfish in our ecosystems and their potential impact on our changing planet. ☀️ SO YOU'VE BEEN PUBLICLY SHAMED by Jon Ronson: A journalist discovers real-life stories of high-profile public shamings, looking into the power of social media and its impact on society. ☀️ BREATH by James Nestor: Embark on a journey into the art of breathing. Based on modern research, this book reveals the capacity for us to transform our health through the way we inhale. Happy reading! #SummerReading #Bookworm #SummerBooks #VacationReads #HolidayReading #RiverheadBooks #RiverheadAuthors #Bookish
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