Pub date: July 16, 2024
“Drop In is a must-read for anyone dedicated to fighting for equality; it’s a cultural road map about refusing to accept the status quo, no matter your gender, identity, or race.” — Billie Jean King, Sports Icon and Champion of Equality
“Stoll’s finely observed portraits will have readers rooting for the four skaters as they reshape the sport in their own image. This sticks the landing with flair and poise.” — Publishers Weekly
“With deep dives into sports history, gender studies and social justice, Drop In offers a fresh perspective on skateboarding, celebrating the courage and resilience that have shaped the sport today.” — Glorious Sport
“Stoll’s reporting, combined with her passion for storytelling and social justice, make Drop In a groundbreaking addition to sports literature, pop culture and gender studies.” — Dallas Voice
“This is a stunning collection of stories … it’s time to shut up and read.” — Thrasher
“I fist-pumped the air and muttered “f*ck yessss” throughout the reading of Drop In… I especially appreciated the unfiltered critique of some of the more toxic aspects of skateboarding culture, learning about the impact it has had on queer and trans skaters, and the focus on joy, community and inclusion.” — Natalie Porter, founder of Womxn Skateboard History and member of the Smithsonian Museum's skateboarding advisory board
“This book will appeal to anyone who has ever felt like they didn’t belong and will give hope to aspiring skaters.” — Booklist
“In her exhilarating new book Drop In, Deborah Stoll introduces readers to the ‘gender rebels’ who have blazed a trail in the male-dominated world of skateboarding all the way to the Olympics.” — Tag24
“Stoll’s narrative was descriptive, accessible, energetic, and at times, it was scathing and unfiltered in its critique of skateboarding. … I was so impressed by how each individual was presented, their willingness to be vulnerable, share their truths and inspire future generations of skaters.” — Skate Book Club
“I hope the younger generation reads these stories and finds lessons and tools to make the future bright. I hope the older generation reads these stories and finds healing. I know I have.” — Jessie Frietze-Armenta, competitive skateboarder and founder of Shred Cycle
Pub date: JUNE 23, 202O
Reviews
“Brutally honest and deeply personal … I loved it, I hated it, I couldn’t put it down.” — Audrey Saunders, founder of Pegu Club
“Unvarnished reads like an unwavering, no-shortcuts hug from across the room, filling your soul with the most delicious pour, from the heart.” — Roy Choi, chef and author of L.A. Son
“A raw, passionate, and hilarious record of exactly what it takes to achieve greatness in this business.” — Jeffrey Morgenthaler, author of Drinking Distilled
“Part memoir, part perfectionist’s tutorial, this book will make you thirsty as hell for the perfect cocktail and even hungrier to pursue your own glittering dreams.” — Vu Tran, author of Dragonfish
“A cinematic memoir that affirms the virtues of hospitality.” — Jim Meehan, author of Meehan’s Bartender Manual an The PDT Cocktail Book
“One of the best cocktail books I have ever read.” — Simon Ford, Founder of the 86 Co. and Fords Gin
“Even teetotalers will relish the insights into this arcane world." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Part memoir, part bar story, and part captivating instructional … exquisite descriptions of bars, tool setups and mixing …” — Malcolm Avenue Review
“A captivating behind-the-scenes-tale,” — The Gazette