Shifty's War (Penguin, May 2011)
by Marcus Brotherton
A poignant memoir about Sgt. Darrell “Shifty” Powers—the highly respected and internationally known sharpshooter featured in the Band of Brothers. Shifty’s War is a tale of heroism and adventure, of a soldier’s blood-filled days fighting his way from the shores of France to the heartland of Germany, and the epic story of how one man’s skills and engagingly unassuming personality propelled him to a life of unexpected greatness.
"A beautifully-crafted insight into the life of a national treasure."
—Ian Gardner, co-author Tonight We Die as Men
"Shifty Powers was my best friend, and this book has captured his voice exactly."
—Sgt. Earl 'One Lung' McClung, E Co, 506th PIR, 101st Airborne
"The wonder of this book is how good it makes you feel."
—Robyn Post, coauthor of the New York Times bestseller Brothers in Battle, Best of Friends
A Company of Heroes (Penguin, May 2010)
by Marcus Brotherton
Their lives were about courage, determination, loyalty, and lasting friendships. Within a company filled with heroes, each man has a story worth telling. The families of 26 deceased paratroopers from Easy Company invite you to meet the Band of Brothers like never before.
“A fascinating book.”
—Dale Dye, Captain, USMC (Ret.) and Senior Military Advisor, HBO’s Band of Brothers
“Completes the biggest part of the puzzle...”
—Jake Powers, Official E/506th Historian
The Nightingale of Mosul (Kaplan, 2010)
by Col. Susan Luz with Marcus Brotherton
Through the Peace Corps, inner city schools, working with adolescent psychiatric wards, and finally through service in Iraq, Colonel Susan Luz, who was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service, tells the story of a life dedicated to service, family, compassion, and country—and challenges readers to redefine their ideals of what it means to fight for what truly matters.
“… decidedly authentic …”
—Wall Street Journal
“I cried at times … and laughed like hell … every nurse should read this book.”
— Edward “Babe” Heffron, E Co, 506th PIR, 101st Airborne
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Finding Martha's Place (Simon & Schuster, January 2010)
by Martha Hawkins with Marcus Brotherton.
Born the tenth of twelve children in Montgomery at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, Martha Hawkins overcame poverty and episodes of deep depression to become a successful restaurateur and inspirational speaker.
“A feel good memoir… with passion to spare.”
—Publisher’s Weekly
“… Remarkable…”
—Doug McMillon, CEO Wal-Mart International
“… Magical…”
—Beth Goehring, The Good Cook and Homestyle
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We Who Are Alive & Remain: untold stories from the Band of Brothers (Penguin, 2009)
by Marcus Brotherton
Twenty of the surviving Easy Company members tell stories of combat from Normandy through the end of World War II in this New York Times bestselling oral history project.
“A fascinating collection of oral histories…. Be amazed. Be humbled.”
—Flint Whitlock, Pulitzer-nominated author and military historian The Fighting First
“...brilliantly arranged ... cohesive, and thought-provoking ...”
—WWII Forum
Call of Duty: My Life Before, During, and After the Band of Brothers (Penguin, 2008)
by Lt. Lynn “Buck” Compton with Marcus Brotherton (with a foreword by Sen. John McCain) Lt. Compton commanded the second platoon of E Co, 506th PIR and was portrayed by actor Neal McDonough in the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers. After the war, Compton went on to a career as detective, prosecutor, and judge. He served as the lead prosecutor in Sirhan Sirhan’s trial for the murder of Robert F. Kennedy.
“A refreshingly frank memoir.”
—Military.com
“This memoir does [Buck Compton's] story the service it deserves.”
—Senator John McCain (from the foreword)
Angels Of A Lower Flight (Simon & Schuster, 2007)
by Susan Scott Krabacher [Marcus was silent writing partner.]
Susan Scott Krabacher experienced a remarkable transformation from Playboy centerfold to international humanitarian. At one time she had everything she thought she wanted, but she discovered that for her, true meaning and authentic affluence lay in Haiti, working among the world’s poorest of the poor.
“… remarkable and uplifting …”
—Booklist
“An amazing story of a life changed!”
— Rick Warren, author of The Purpose Driven Life
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