PHOENIX—“…This is best book I have read in the last decade. It is a great story that is told with sensitivity and well constructed prose. Moore has captured the spirit and the heart of his father’s story through the use of insightful dialog that gives real understanding to the life experiences and to the people in the story. The book is alive with emotions. It grabs your heart and will not let go of it …”
- William H. McDonald, President, Military Writers Society of America
Playing with the Enemy (PWTE) is the riveting story of one depression-era youth and his brush with destiny. PWTE is a poignant look at the life of Moore’s father, Gene, a 15-year old baseball phenomenon, headed for stardom when he was drafted by the Brooklyn Dodgers. Gene’s destiny was interrupted by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Playing with the Enemy will be released by Savas Beatie Publishing, LLC, September 15th. A National Book Tour, sponsored by Southwest Airlines, begins in Chicago that date and concludes October 14th in New York City. For more information go to www.playingwiththeenemy.com or contact Moore’s publicist, 602 404 8018 Carole@b-pr.com
“Playing with the Enemy is a moving and heart wrenching biography that is both inspiring as well as entertaining. The book is about author Gary Moore’s father; his experiences in WWII, baseball and his life. It combines powerful aspects of human nature and finding meaning to life itself,” McDonald continued. To read the entire review visit: http://www.militarywriters.com/review-Playing%20with%20the%20Enemy.htm
“Moore’s saga is a heartwarming story of a baseball tragedy turned real-life triumph,” Marilee McInnis, Southwest Airlines, stated. Southwest Airlines was so impressed with Playing with the Enemy that they agreed to sponsor Moore’s book tour.
What People are Saying!
“Gary Moore’s touching book about his father’s baseball career, serves as a reminder that life is all about second chances and people inspiring each other to chase their dreams. . . . I loved Playing with the Enemy. You will, too.” - Baseball legend Jim Morris, former pitcher for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays
"A baseball passion play…A small town American dream…rescued by a woman working through heartache herself.” — Bob McNamara, Veteran CBS News Correspondent
“A superlative book. . . . Gary Moore’s epic story about his father reminds one of the importance of dreams and self-sacrifice.” — Steve Canter, Baseball Agent
“Playing with the Enemy is a story of the American Dream—the power, the pain, the sacrifice, the triumph, and most of all, the heart. It’s about making peace with your enemies and, in Gene Moore’s case, the story of a man learning to make peace with himself. A great read.” — James Riordan, author of The New York Times bestseller Break on Through: The Life & Death of Jim Morrison
Upcoming Events
Gary Moore’s freshman book tour will include co-op events with Southwest Airlines, Major League Baseball, benefits for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and other events still pending.
Jammed with memorable characters from an extraordinary time in our country’s history, Playing with the Enemy: A Baseball Prodigy, a World at War, and a Field of Broken Dreams is a story that will be read and reread for generations to come.
For additional Media information only, Galley copies, photographs, etc., please contact:
Carole V. Bartholomeaux,
Bartholomeaux/Public Relations, LLC,
T: 602 404 8018 or
Carole@b-pr.com
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