﻿{"id":596200,"date":"2024-09-15T05:30:20","date_gmt":"2024-09-15T12:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/?p=596200"},"modified":"2024-09-14T19:04:27","modified_gmt":"2024-09-15T02:04:27","slug":"books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/","title":{"rendered":"Books We Love: Not the Typical Kind of Reads for Swimmers and Water Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For those who are passionate about swimming and drawn to the water, we\u2019ve compiled a collection of unconventional books that offer a refreshing take on the sport. From inspiring memoirs and thrilling stories of open water rescues to feel-good fiction and delicious recipes, these books go beyond the usual reads. Whether you&#8217;re looking for deep insights into the world of swimming or just want to relax with something light, this list has something for everyone. And for a fun twist, we\u2019ve saved the swimmer-themed coloring books for last\u2014perfect for winding down and unleashing your creative side! Dive in and explore new ways to celebrate your love for swimming!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Swimming in the Wild: Beautiful Places to Swim in Nature<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596277\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/swimming-in-the-wild\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Swimming in the Wild\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596277 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Swimming-in-the-Wild-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Lonely Planet he Joy of Wild Swimming<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XqB4Er\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.4 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nWith 60 in-depth profiles of wild swimming spots, this book showcases stunning photography and personal accounts of swimming in nature. It&#8217;s an inspiring guide for those seeking the joy of outdoor swimming. Includes 120 extra must-visit natural water destination! Rates each with difficulty levels.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. The Nature of Swimming: Unique Bathing Locations and Swimming Experiences<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XoLQLx\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\nDive into the ancient human connection with water. This beautifully crafted book explores outdoor bathing locations around the globe, focusing on the serene act of swimming in natural settings. Beautiful hardcover book.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596278\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/cookbooks-by-swimmers\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Cookbooks by swimmers\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596278 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Cookbooks-by-swimmers-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Cookbooks by Swimmers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Cook to Thrive: Recipes to Fuel Body and Soul<\/strong><br \/>\nBy Natalie Coughlin<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ZlnJQw\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.6 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nOlympic gold medalist Natalie Coughlin shares 80 delicious and nutritious recipes that sustain her active lifestyle. This cookbook is filled with hearty breakfasts, energizing smoothies, and wholesome snacks, perfect for swimmers on the go.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. The Swim Mom&#8217;s Cookbook: The Next Step In Advancing Your Swimmer&#8217;s Performance<\/strong><br \/>\nBy Deena Walker Williams<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XFbr4k\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\nDive right into the next step in advanced training for age group swimming- NUTRITION. The Swim Mom&#8217;s Cookbook offers recipes that cater to the high protein and complex carbohydrate driven diet, necessary for competitive swimmers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Eat Right, Swim Faster: Nutrition for Maximum Performance<\/strong><br \/>\nby Abby Knox<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3zjiCWt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.5 Stars on Amazon<br \/>\nEat Right, Swim Faster is the ultimate nutrition resource for competitive swimmers of all ages. It is a smartly written book of highly practical and very accessible information for swimmers interested in what food can do for them in their pursuit of maximum performance in the water.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596279\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/katie-ledecky-books\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Katie Ledecky books\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596279 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Katie-Ledecky-books-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Katie Ledecky Books for Readers of All Ages<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Just Add Water: My Swimming Life<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4eiOZ6s\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.7 stars on Amazon | 4.2 stars on Goodreads<br \/>\nThis candid memoir from the most decorated U.S. female Olympian, Katie Ledecky, takes readers behind the scenes of her journey to the top of the swimming world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Katie Ledecky Biography For Kids: A Little Big Dreamers Book (ages 6-12)<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3MGCTZd\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n5.0 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nThis inspiring children\u2019s biography traces Katie&#8217;s journey from a young swimmer in Bethesda, Maryland to Olympic champion, making it the perfect read for young dreamers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Who Is Katie Ledecky? (ages 8-12)<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4glzwV4\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n5.0 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nDiscover how a young girl\u2019s love for water turned into one of the greatest Olympic swimming careers of all time. Fun and educational, this book is a hit with young readers. Did you know she used to love Irish Dancing and soccer?<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596280\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"coast guard rescue swimmers\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596280 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coast-guard-rescue-swimmers-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. So Others May Live: Coast Guard&#8217;s Rescue Swimmers: Saving Lives, Defying Death<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Zn3HoX\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.7 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nThis gripping collection of stories follows U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmers as they embark on heroic missions, from ocean rescues to disaster relief efforts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. The Hero Factory: The Untold Story of Helicopter Rescue Swimmer School<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4d7iFmb\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.6 stars on Amazon | 4.2 stars on Goodreads<br \/>\nA deep dive into the rigorous training of Coast Guard rescue swimmers, this book offers gripping personal stories and lessons in courage and leadership.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596281\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/swimming-mysteries\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"swimming mysteries\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596281 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-mysteries-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Swimming Mysteries<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. The Ice Swimmer (The Oslo Detective Series)<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4d3yl9N\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.2 stars on Amazon | 4.0 stars on Goodreads<br \/>\nA mystery set in the freezing waters of Oslo, this gripping Nordic Noir novel will keep you on the edge of your seat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. The Swimmer: A Novel<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/47mjd6l\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.6 stars on Amazon | 4.4 stars on Goodreads<br \/>\nA psychological thriller set in the Pacific Northwest, this novel delves into secrets, neighbors, and murder.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596282\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/why-do-we-like-to-swim\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"why do we like to swim\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596282 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/why-do-we-like-to-swim-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Why Are Humans Drawn to Water?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Why We Swim<\/strong><br \/>\nBy Bonnie Tsui<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3MGXfRQ\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.5 stars on Amazon | 4.0 stars on Goodreads<br \/>\nThis fascinating exploration of human swimming traces its evolution from a survival skill to one of the most popular pastimes today by New York Times contributor Bonnie Tsui.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier<\/strong><br \/>\nBy Wallace J. Nichols<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XgWaFq\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\nThis groundbreaking book reveals the psychological benefits of being close to water, combining neuroscience with compelling personal stories.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596283\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"stories of love loss and inspiration\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596283 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/stories-of-love-loss-and-inspiration-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Stories of Love, Loss, and Inspiration<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Stolen Dance: An Olympian&#8217;s Perpetual Search for Healing From Trauma and Grief<br \/>\n<\/strong>By: Staciana Winfield<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3z7o9Q0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.7 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nOlympic gold medalist Staciana (Stitts) Winfield offers a raw and heartfelt memoir of her journey through trauma, alopecia, Olympic challenges, and the overwhelming grief of losing her husband, while sharing inspirational advice on healing and finding strength.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. The Three-Year Swim Club: The Untold Story of Maui&#8217;s Sugar Ditch Kids and Their Quest for Olympic Glory<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TvRAlH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.3 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nIn 1937, a schoolteacher on the island of Maui challenged a group of poverty-stricken sugar plantation kids to swim upstream against the current of their circumstance. The goal? To become Olympians.T hey were the Three-Year Swim Club. This is their story.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596284\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"feel good fiction about swimming\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596284 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/feel-good-fiction-about-swimming-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Feel-Good Fiction<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. The Sandycove Sunset Swimmers: A Feel-Good Read from Irish Author Sian O&#8217;Gorman<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XFaKYM\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.5 stars on Amazon and Goodreads<br \/>\nA charming novel set in Dublin Bay, this feel-good story follows Cat Jones as she finds strength through sea swimming and tackles life\u2019s challenges with new friends by her side.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Learning to Swim: A Novel<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4ekD73V\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.7 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nA humorous and heartfelt book about the complicated relationship between a mother (a former Olympic Swimmer), a 13-year old daughter (who can&#8217;t swim), and a grandmother (who thought the love of swimming would carry on through the generations).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596285\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/swimming-trivia\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"swimming trivia\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596285 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/swimming-trivia-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Swimming Trivia Books<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Swimming Trivia Book: The Ultimate Facts Book for Diving and Swimming Lovers<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TswsfQ\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\nDive into the depths of aquatic knowledge with this ultimate trivia book designed for both diving and swimming aficionados of all ages. Packed with over 300 multiple-choice questions, it\u2019s a treasure trove of fascinating facts about the history of swimming, iconic swimmers, and fun tidbits about the sport.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. The Ultimate Swimming Trivia Book<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XoMpoD\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\nDive into the deep end with <em>The Ultimate Swimming Trivia Book<\/em>, an exhilarating plunge into the world of swimming, brought to you by Kate Smith, a celebrated historian of the sport. Featuring hundreds of questions, this comprehensive guide spans from the earliest swims to recent Olympic achievements, exploring records, legendary athletes, and the science behind swimming.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"596286\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/books-we-love-not-the-typical-kind-of-reads-for-swimmers-and-water-lovers\/coloring-books-for-swimmers\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,300\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"coloring books for swimmers\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers-700x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596286 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers-280x105.jpg 280w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers-450x169.jpg 450w, https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/coloring-books-for-swimmers-533x200.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Just for Fun: Coloring Books for Swimmers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Competitive Swimming Coloring Book For Adults &amp; Teens: Motivational Color In Pages Of Quotes For Swimmers and Athletes<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Xr7ChS\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\nLet your creativity flow while coloring these motivational quotes and swimmer-themed designs. Whether you&#8217;re an athlete or a fan, this book offers a relaxing way to stay inspired and focused.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Swimmer Life: A Snarky Adult Coloring Book<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4ejEShD\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.6 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nThis coloring book is packed with humorous and snarky illustrations, perfect for the swimmer who loves a laugh. A great stress reliever!<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Art of Coloring Fun: Peace, Love and Swim<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4d48WNh\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it on Amazon<\/a><br \/>\n4.2 stars on Amazon<br \/>\nCreated by a swim mom, this one-of-a-kind coloring book features hand-drawn illustrations that will captivate swimmers and enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Check them out and let us know what you think!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For those who are passionate about swimming and drawn to the water, we\u2019ve compiled a collection of unconventional books that offer a refreshing take on the sport. 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