It doesn’t matter whether you’re reading on a Kindle, Nook, iPad or, you know, a plain,
old book. The only thing that does matter is that you read. (If you really need a reason,
check out Jeremy Beal’s article on why men should
read.)Here’s a wide range of 10 new-ish books, e-books and Kindle Singles
that we here at AskMen are all getting into. At least one should strike your fancy. If
not, you can sneak glances at your mother/girlfriend/wife’s copy of 50 Shades Of
Grey.
How to Get Away with Murder in America: Drug Lords, Dirty Pols, Obsessed
Cops and the Quiet Man Who Became the CIA’s Master Killer
This Kindle Single tells the true story of a Miami killer-turned-CIA agent. If
you want your faith shaken in national security, read this. Buy
it here.
You and Me and the Devil Makes Three: Esquire’s Fiction For MenMen’s mags have a long history of publishing some of the best and most
provocative names in fiction. Here, Esquire brings that tradition into the modern
age with this anthology of stories specifically tailored to men — in e-book
form. Buy
it here. From Shy to Social: The Shy Man’s Guide to Personal &
Dating SuccessTraditional dating formulas don’t always work for
shy guys. While this isn’t guaranteed to turn you into an extrovert, it should give you
some helpful tips on getting more comfortable talking to women. Buy
it here.The Fundamentals of Style: An Illustrated Guide to Dressing
WellThere comes a time in every man’s life when he realizes
that he, well, has to start looking like a man. This is for the next step. Buy
it here.Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness Nontraditional endurance sports are gaining steam, and this story
about a man who has won 135-mile “jaunts” through Death Valley definitely inspires. The
book details how he achieved superhuman feats — and did it all on a vegan
diet. Buy
it here.The Art of Shaving: Shaving Made Easy — What the Man Who Shaves Ought to
KnowWe all know the importance of grooming, but so many of us
still aren’t good at it. Here’s a primer. Buy
it here.Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London’s
Ottolenghi You thought we’d recommend a
grilling cookbook, didn’t you? While we’re all for ‘cue and other carnivorous delights, we
recognize that we do need to eat more vegetables. And this awesome vegetarian cookbook
actually makes us want to. Trust us — you won’t miss the meat. Buy
it here.The Men’s Health Big Book of 15-Minute Workouts: A Leaner, Stronger Body
— In 15 Minutes a Day!We don’t know about you, but we don’t
always have an hour and a half to devote to the gym. These workouts really come in handy
on those days. Buy
it here.The Presidents Club: Inside the World’s Most Exclusive
FraternityEver wondered what really goes on in the Oval
Office? This book explores the modern presidency — and how ex-presidents stay in the
game. Turns out most of them are in cahoots with each other. Buy
it here.Confidence For Men: 24 Instant Confidence Boosting TipsHere at AskMen, we hear a lot about men’s dating woes. The No. 1 problem? A
lack of confidence. But while confidence really does have to come from within, these tips
should set you on the path to higher self-esteem. Buy
it here.