msaint Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 (edited) Guys, since the Huddle has always been a fantastic supporter of my FF book and of other members' endeavors these past couple years, I thought I'd give a little shout-out for Why Fantasy Football Matters (And Our Lives Do Not) by Erik Barmack and Max Handelman. Just finished a galley/review copy of it and it was very funny, and dead-on in terms of the obsession we all have for this sick, twisted, addictive hobby, and how it runs our lives. A fun read for anyone even remotely associated with FF. Far as I'm concerned, anyone who takes the time to promote/write about/publicize FF -- and do it well -- deserves whatever props I can give, so for what it's worth, I highly recommend you check out this book when it hits stands. p.s. No, "Erik Barmack" and "Max Handelman" are NOT elaborately conceived pen names for Mark St. Amant. They're entirely different guys who've written an entirely different book. I am not getting a penny in royalties for spreading the word . . . unless, of course, I kidnap them both, force them at gunpoint to alter their living wills, and make me their sole heirs. It might come to that. p.p.s. My second book, Just Kick It: Tales of an Underdog, Over-Age, Out-of-Place Semipro Football Player hits stores in October. I will be shamelessly pimping it here as the date approaches, of course . . . that is, until DMD/WW are forced to cancel my membership. And I'll be sure to let you guys know when I might in your town this fall for a reading/signing/book festival appearance, at which point I'll be gladly accepting donations to the MSaint Nationwide Free Beer Fund. p.p.p.s. Maybe it's high time we start a Huddle Book Club? p.p.p.p.s. Sorry. That was the single gheyest suggestion I've ever made. Edited May 31, 2006 by msaint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 Eric Barmarck looking for ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I read a galley copy of their book as well and as I mentioned in the other thread, it is a definite must read for the humor alone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 p.p.p.s. Maybe it's high time we start a Huddle Book Club? 1493042[/snapback] I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliaz Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 (edited) I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] EDIT to include: Beast love monthly, Midgets on ice, sewer humping and amputees need love too. Edited May 31, 2006 by cliaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubfoothead Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] Add the occasional Steinbeck and I'm in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msaint Posted May 31, 2006 Author Share Posted May 31, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] Those nudie mags are way too upscale. Along with the ones Cliaz sugggested, we'd probably be looking at in-depth discussions of such fine pubs as D-Cup, Big Black Booty, Swank, Oui, and Nazi Chicks with Dicks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] Not necessarily true Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godtomsatan Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] Playboy has some interesting articles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] WTH is an instrukshun manuel anyway? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 WTH is an instrukshun manuel anyway? 1493372[/snapback] That is what is still rattling around the packing box when you are done putting together anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egret Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] Some of us read the XBOX magazine, not just the instruction manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vote Quimby2 Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 That is what is still rattling around the packing box when you are done putting together anything. 1493381[/snapback] i still can't figure out to set my new alarm clock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhippens Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 just ordered it. 10 buck paperback from amazon. looking forward to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimC Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 p.p.s. My second book, Just Kick It: Tales of an Underdog, Over-Age, Out-of-Place Semipro Football Player hits stores in October.aint Nationwide Free Beer Fund. 1493042[/snapback] Hot dang....a sequel to Radio! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 Your book was good reading. I will take your advice and order a copy of this book as well. After all, I'm doing alot of reading these days while lying on the sofa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msaint Posted June 1, 2006 Author Share Posted June 1, 2006 Your book was good reading. I will take your advice and order a copy of this book as well. After all, I'm doing alot of reading these days while lying on the sofa. 1493719[/snapback] You injured or something, Chargerz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 You injured or something, Chargerz? 1493946[/snapback] He recently had back surgery and is still recooperating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msaint Posted June 1, 2006 Author Share Posted June 1, 2006 He recently had back surgery and is still recooperating. 1493947[/snapback] Damn, too bad. Hope it heals up quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJoTheWebToedBoy Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. 1493202[/snapback] Real Men don't read intruction manuals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 Damn, too bad. Hope it heals up quickly. 1493951[/snapback] Thanks. Me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDFFFreak Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 Eric Barmarck looking for ideas 1493051[/snapback] Yep. I thought that seemed familure. Free copies for all who helped with the title (and good luck with your book msaint!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Barmack Posted June 23, 2006 Share Posted June 23, 2006 Hey, Guys: Both Max and I are big time fantasy junkies, and are consistently on The Huddle (albeit, in lurking-don't-tell-other-managers-in-our-league mode). And Mark, thanks so much for the kind words! And finally, if anyone has any questions on the publishing world, ESPN (where I work), or the book itself -- drop me a line (through thehuddle.com email). I wrote a novel before this, and I always found the process mystifying until I somehow managed to hop, skip and jump through the system -- and then I just found the system painful and irritating. At any rate, I'm around and thanks again for the props, Mark. -E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted June 23, 2006 Share Posted June 23, 2006 when does the movie come out???? i have a problem reading big words Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted June 23, 2006 Share Posted June 23, 2006 I think a huddle book club is interesting and all but if we had members suggest what they are currently reading it would mainly be Playboy, Penthouse and X-box instruction manuals. Probably right, even though I just finished reading Freakanomics and Miles Gone By (Father's day gifts). Freak was pretty interesting, especially the stats that indicate the drop in crime corresponds with Roe v Wade essentially eliminating a whole bunch of potential criminals. Book club for Huddlers? Could be a good thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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